Allestree Woodlands School celebrates Ofsted success
Allestree Woodlands School celebrates Ofsted success
Cutting edge Promethean Particles which is pioneering exciting scaled-up climate change solutions welcomes two new chemists to its R&D team
A Nottingham-based company at the forefront of sustainable chemistry solutions tackling global issues associated with climate change has welcomed two new faces to its Research & Development function. Promethean Particles is a world-leader in the production of advanced materials and is focused on developing these for use in the fight against climate change. Following a […]
Amateur footballers raise funds for school playground equipment at Holbrook School for Autism
Parents, carers and staff took part in a charity football match at Holbrook MW. The event raised £1,500. Image: Esteem Multi Academy Trust.
Former semi-pro footballer Femi looks to kick on in 2024 as his premium HL Vodka joins Virtus Brands
A former semi-professional footballer who launched his own premium vodka to shake up the luxury top shelf market is looking to kick on in 2024 after joining UK independent drinks collective Virtus Brands. London-based entrepreneur Femi Cole, who launched his brand, HL Vodka, a 40% ABV vodka available in three flavours, three years ago, has […]
Colleague Box owner Natalie inspired to do more after hearing tales of Derbyshire’s football heroes
SPORT fan and business owner Natalie Bamford says that she has been inspired to do more after hearing stories of incredible volunteers working in football across the city and county. Natalie, who founded corporate gifting company Colleague Box with husband Adam four years ago, teamed up with Derbyshire FA to launch the Unsung Hero Award […]
Outdoors buildings firm Roundpeg brings relief to charity users as it builds them somewhere to go
A charity which gives people the chance to enjoy gardening and experience sustainable living has made their participation more rewarding – thanks to a Midlands outdoors buildings firm. Forest Harvest, which runs workshops and open days devoted to sustainability and the environment, has taken delivery of a new amenity building which was installed at its […]
School praised as a ‘special place’ by Ofsted inspectors
Inspectors have praised Oakwood Junior School for being a ‘special place for pupils to learn and grow’.
Explosion in podcasts and videos offer small firms unprecedented advertising opportunities during EURO 2024
An explosion in fan podcasts and video match analysis on YouTube and TikTok will open up an unprecedented number of opportunities for small businesses hoping to cash in on the EURO 2024 football frenzy, according to a Midlands digital marketing expert. Will Williamson, director of Derby-based digital marketing firm JDR Group, says today’s vast range […]
Treetops Hospice in the spotlight as Derby conference explores how smart building technology can benefit healthcare
A Derbyshire hospice which uses smart building technology to create a comfortable space for children dealing with bereavement will take centre stage at a Derby conference next week. Treetops Hospice in Risley will be one of a wide range of topics for discussion when delegates gather for the Workplace Technology Conference, which is free to […]
Derbyshire charity golf day set to help to make the sport more inclusive
The owner of a Derby heating firm is looking forward to raising awareness of the need for more accessibility on golf courses after agreeing to co-sponsor a fundraising charity golf day event featuring some of Europe’s leading disabled players. Stephen O’Brien, who owns Derby-based S O’Brien Heating Solutions, has joined forces with Derbyshire marketing agency […]