The front pages on Saturday revolve around the impending release of Sue Gray’s report into partygate as frustration mounts over its delayed release to the public. The Guardian writes that Scotland Yard has provoked fury by admitting it asked for key details to be redacted from the report as Met …
Read More »AnyVan secures £125m investment – Apex Insight
28 January 2022 Transport / Logistics Services London based logistics technology company AnyVan has raised £125 million in investment to fund expansion. Vitruvian Partners, a growth capital investor, has led the funding round. Through the Anyvan platform, clients can access any one of a fleet of around 7,000 vehicles around the …
Read More »Amersham shopping: 6 stores lost in Buckinghamshire town and the history behind the buildings
Our towns’ high streets have been struggling for some time, as more and more stores close their doors. After years of suffering due to online shopping and a lack of footfall, the coronavirus pandemic has proven to be the final nail in the coffin for many retailers across the country. …
Read More »Prince Harry and Meghan’s secret meeting with Spider-Man stars Tom Holland and Zendaya
Who are the most talked-about couple in the world right now? The Duke and Duchess of Sussex no doubt like to think it’s them, but really that accolade goes to another British personality and his American girlfriend, Tom Holland and Zendaya. Their star turn in Spider-Man: No Way Home has …
Read More »James Martin weight loss: Chef shares huge 5st weight loss transformation
In an interview with The Herald in November 2021, James said: “It’s not the butter consumption. “It’s the ready-made food, it’s the packet food, the hidden salt, hidden fat – that’s the problem in this country. “It’s not the butter in a butter block, or butter you put on your …
Read More »Tickets for 2022 Royal Welsh Show now on sale
HOW about some news that could brighten up a cold and gloomy January day for any Powys resident – Royal Welsh Show 2022 tickets are now available online. The Royal Welsh Show – the centrepiece spectacle in the annual Powys events calendar – is set to make its return this …
Read More »Former tank room at Royal Mail House could become office
PLANNING chiefs are studying a proposal to alter one of Southampton’s most historic buildings. The city council has received an application relating to the Grade II-listed Royal Mail House, a former hotel opposite what used to be Southampton Terminus station, which closed in 1966. Permission is being sought to convert …
Read More »100 selected entrepreneurs to receive grants up to £10,000 and access to a pop-up shop on Oxford Street
Enterprise Nation, the small business network and business support provider is partnering with Launch It, the specialist charity for young entrepreneurs to launch an initiative to create 3,000 more young entrepreneurs in London. The ‘Next Generation initiative’ is aimed at empowering 18-24-year-olds from disadvantaged backgrounds to start and grow their …
Read More »First ever St Brigid’s Day festival to take place with events happening across Dublin and buildings lit up
The first ever St Brigid’s Day festival will a see a number of iconic Dublin buildings lit up in beautiful illuminations. The new festival, named after the Celtic goddess, aims to celebrate the achievements of Irish women and will include talks, performances, exhibitions, music and more. Headlining the festival are …
Read More »HMRC urges parents to apply for extra £2,000 childcare support as cost of living rises
HMRC are encouraging parents and carers to check if they are eligible for a £2,000 payment to contribute to the costs of childcare. As the cost of living soars with ever-increasing energy, food and rent prices all placing stress on people bank accounts, the Government is putting in place provisions …
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