Local ambulance trust gives advice for a safe Hallowe’en

THE Welsh Ambulance Service is urging people to have a spooktacular but safe Hallowe’en. Last year, the trust received 4,682 calls to 999 over the Hallowe’en period and a further 10,500 non-emergency calls to NHS 111 Wales. The trust has given this advice: When stepping out in costume, choose brightly coloured …

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Royal Mail orders 2,100 Peugeot eLCVs

Royal Mail has ordered more than 2,000 eLCVs for its delivery fleet as part of its plans to become a net zero organisation by 2040. The agreement includes 1,100 E-Partners built at the Stellantis plant in Ellesmere Port, as well as 1,000 fully electric E-Expert vans. Under the deal Royal …

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St Albans: Street Barber hopes to create safe space for men

During his 22-year career with Royal Mail, Colin Shipton, 48, began balancing posting parcels and cutting hair in Shoreditch, attempting to become a full-time barber. Since his training, Colin decided to leave his post and has taken his barbering on the road through company Street Barber. Colin poses with his barbering …

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Pensions Bulletin – October 2024

In the latest edition of our Pensions Bulletin, we give a snapshot of some recent pensions developments from a legal perspective. These include: New developments on Collective Defined Contribution (CDC) provision On 8 October 2024, the DWP launched a consultation on draft regulations to extend Collective Defined Contribution (CDC) provision to …

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Camilla champions sustainable style: Queen recycles her designer favourites on royal tour of Australia and Samoa

King Charles and Queen Camilla have successfully wrapped up their official tour of Australia and Samoa.  Throughout this royal visit, Camilla’s wardrobe has held special significance, featuring pieces from her favoured designers, Fiona Clare and Anna Valentine.  Much of her attire was recycled from previous engagements and tours, with only …

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