Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands will arrive in Cyprus on March 4-5 for a two-day state visit at the invitation of President Nikos Christodoulides. This marks the first visit by a Dutch royal couple since Cyprus was established. The visit follows Christodoulides’ trip to the Netherlands last February …
Read More »Do you worry for the future of the Post Office as WH Smith looks to close shops?
Industry insiders have hinted that a potential new owner might close up to half of WHSmith’s 500 high street stores. The well-known books and stationery retailer has announced it is exploring different strategic options for its profitable and cash-generative high street business, which could involve offloading these branches. Do you …
Read More »Enniskillen meeting to look at disabled access issues
Posted: 7:39 am February 11, 2025 A new forum has been set up to support young people with a disability in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area. The Inclusive Youth Forum, which is aimed at those aged 13 to 17, will look at a range of issues, including the …
Read More »Demand doubles for weight loss drug
PRESCRIPTIONS handed out for semaglutide – a drug used to treat diabetes and more commonly known as Ozempic – more than doubled in Barnsley last year, new figures show. Semaglutide is commonly known by the brand names Wegovy or Ozempic. It works by helping the body produce more insulin, reduces …
Read More »Royal Mail is not selling ‘lost parcels’ for £1 – Full Fact
Social media posts have claimed that undelivered parcels are being sold by Royal Mail for as little as £1, but this is not a genuine scheme. The posts, which have been circulating on Facebook, claim that “lost parcels” containing items such as electronics and gifts can be ordered online for …
Read More »United Utilities will use energy from processed sewage sludge to power heavy goods vehicles
United Utilities is introducing four electric heavy goods vehicles which are powered by poo. It is the only water company in the UK taking part in the £100 million + ‘Electric Freightway’ project led by GRIDSERVE and funded as part of the Department for Transport and Innovate UK backed Zero …
Read More »OneVision hires new sales director
Automation software provider, OneVision, has announced the appointment of Paul Franklin as its new sales director for the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics. Franklin joins the software company with over 35 years in the printing industry. He most recently worked for Domino Printing as its UK and Ireland inkjet business …
Read More »No final decisions made on sale of Royal Navy assault ships, says minister
MPs heard a government-to-government sale is being explored by the Royal Navy for HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark, which were designed to allow Royal Marines to launch amphibious raids. The two assault ships were already effectively mothballed at a cost of £9 million a year when the Government announced last …
Read More »Royal Mail Hotel Birregurra revives local music scene with Sunday sessions
words by Frankie Anderson-Byrne Birregurra’s Royal Mail Hotel has found a winning formula for both its locals and visitors, bringing live music back to this small rural town. Entertainment Booker John Waller, a local musician and school teacher, has been orchestrating Sunday afternoon gigs for almost a year, quickly becoming …
Read More »Dog owners warned to take action or face a huge payout
Dog owners have been warned they should take out comprehensive insurance as they could face a huge claim for compensation if someone gets bitten. Statistics from Royal Mail showed 2,206 dog attacked reported in the year up to March 2024 – a 15 per cent increase on the previous 12 …
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