A Cambridge postal worker has spoken out against what he calls the “manic” conditions imposed on workers of Royal Mail in Cambridgeshire. Alex Cook, 40, who has been working at Royal Mail’s sorting office in Cambridge for more than a year, has said that his work schedule is “manic”, and …
Read More »Cambridgeshire postal workers join 115,000 Royal Mail staff on strike over pay
Cambridgeshire postal workers are among around 115,000 Royal Mail staff taking part in a four-day strike beginning today (August 26). Members of the Communication Workers Union (CWU) say that they are “striking for a pay rise that fully addresses the current cost of living”. 97.6 per cent of CWU members …
Read More »Cambridge’s independent shops that sadly won’t reopen in April
Along usually bustling streets, Cambridge’s independent shops have taken a hit during the pandemic. When all shops are set to open up from April 12, we’ll find an altered streetscape as retailers big and small have sadly been forced to close. A year of lockdowns has of course impacted businesses …
Read More »Treasure Seasons’ ‘Spring’ box just in time for Mothering Sunday
If you’re wondering what sort of gift to give for Mothering Sunday this weekend, you might consider a Treasure Seasons presentation box – order by Friday and the box will be delivered with a smile to the doorstep by bicycle on the big day. How a Mothering Sunday ‘Spring’ box …
Read More »Cambridgeshire police issue warning over doorstep parcel thefts
Thefts of parcels left on doorsteps are thought to be on the rise in Cambridgeshire as more people rely on deliveries amid the pandemic. With the Christmas shopping season in full swing, police have issued a warning to householders. Parcels left on doorsteps can be a magnet for thieves (43507671) …
Read More »Cambridge Judge Business School author is executive coaching star
Dr Helena Kim, author of ‘Soft Skills for Hard People’. Picture: Keith Heppell Helena Kim, an executive coach and coaching psychologist at Cambridge Judge Business School, has seen her first book trending on Amazon within days of its launch. Soft Skills for Hard People: A practical guide to emotional intelligence …
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