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Manchester, UK - February 19, 2026 - Home Post Production , the UK's largest post-production house outside London, today announced its strategic...
By Nick Hoare, Co-founder and Director at Prolog Fulfilment Most brands treat Q1 as a recovery period which is understandable. The Q4 dust has settled, and memories of the stressful peak season start to recede. So, they take a well-earned rest and wait for spring. But for those organisations that are committed to successful growth, Q1 can be the most critical strategic window of the year. Depending in the seasonality of your sales, it is often the only time in the calendar where volume is low en
Keenan Recycling, a Biffa company, has launched one of the UK’s first OEM (original equipment manufacturer) electric food waste collection vehicles, marking a significant advance in decarbonising specialist waste fleets nationwide. The new 20-tonne fully electric Renault Trucks D18 Wide chassis, fitted with a specialist Macpac 110 food waste body, will operate across Glasgow and the Central Belt, collecting food waste with zero exhaust emissions. The vehicle represents a total investment of circ
REALRIDER SOS is rolling out a major update to its crash detection app, removing underused secondary features while strengthening global performance and introducing a new ‘test’ function that allows riders to check that the system is working correctly. The overhaul follows what the company describes as a “massive change of leadership and personnel,” with Chief Operating Officer Steven Robertson refocusing the British-developed platform on its core purpose. “Where we’re pointing the business now
At £923.3bn, the UK’s total export results for 2025 seem healthy at first glance, representing a 3.5% increase over 2024. But UK goods exports were only £377.5bn, down -2.2%. That leaves services exports doing a lot of the heavy lifting, warns Parcelhero. The UK’s annual trade figures for 2025 have been released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) and they present a mixed bag of results for exports, cautions the international delivery expert Parcelhero. Superficially, a £31bn increase (3
Leading childcare provider Partou has delivered almost 3,000 hours of training for team members following the introduction of changes to the way nurseries in England are inspected and graded. After a public consultation, the previous system - with settings being judged as ‘Outstanding,’ ‘Good,’ ‘Requires Improvement’ or ‘Inadequate’ ratings - has been replaced by a new education inspection framework with nurseries receiving a separate grade for several key areas of practice including safeguardin
New research has revealed a significant fall in the number of adults giving up temptations such as cakes, coffee and wine for Lent compared to 2012. However, a leading alcohol reduction expert says Lent was never a solution for those people who abstained because they were worried about the long-term consequences of fatty food, caffeine or alcohol. New research has revealed that giving up things we love such as chocolate, cakes, caffeine and wine for Lent has tumbled by 58% in the last 14 years.
With around 25,000 houses in the Southwest laying empty for more than six months there is a need to speed up the process of finding new owners for properties when someone dies, according to a property specialist. Probate properties form a significant proportion of the empty homes, according to specialist Sarah Choudhury, who is helping many families in the region find a speedy and sensitive solution to selling the home of a deceased relative. She said: “At any one time there are around a quarter
A new tool that simplifies the way that hair salons, spa operators, tattoo parlours, tanning studios and nail bars can take bookings from customers has been developed by event booking specialists Tyg Tickets. Called Appointment Manager it is a seamless online booking system for customers of all types of beauty and wellness providers. Customers can make their bookings on a mobile or other device and are given real-time availability of people, spaces and equipment making it easier for them. The sy
Northern Ireland’s only dedicated Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair is back this spring, with third sector organisations invited to take part. At a time when many charities and community organisations are navigating funding uncertainty and increased pressure around recruitment and workforce stability, the Fair provides a cost-effective platform to connect with values-led candidates and volunteers committed to supporting the sector. With 50 percent of exhibitor tables already booked and the ea
Uniting the Strengths of UK Fertility Care with U.S. Medical and Legal Excellence to Offer Families a Clear Path to Parenthood LONDON,...
A coastal-inspired art studio is helping homeowners escape the dreary UK weather with the launch of a new sun-soaked collection. Beach House Art is delivering a slice of European sunshine to British kitchens with its new Mediterranean-inspired wall art. Created by Beach House Art’s Creative Director Brian MacShane, the three-strong collection depicts fresh produce against a striking blue and white tiled background, inspired by vibrant European interiors. Featuring zingy lemons, meaty sardines an
San Francisco-Based Venture University Launches UK Investor Accelerator Expanding professional investor education and training to complement...
As it gets ready to launch its next corporate strategy 2026-31, Bernicia has announced the appointment of David Pye as Executive Director of Assets and Growth. ‘Supporting Opportunity’ in the North East is the key aim of Bernicia’s next corporate strategy 2026-31. With a commitment to invest over £400m into homes, services, people and partnerships, it aims to generate what it’s calling ‘The Bernicia Effect’ - achieved through a series of cogent activities designed to help unlock the potential of
Clean Planet Group has received a strategic investment from FTAI Infrastructure (NASDAQ: FIP), managed by Fortress Investment Group. This marks...
The UK Men’s Sheds Association (UKMSA) has launched a free practical guide to help communities across the UK establish Men’s Sheds using shipping...
When Lee Barron MP stepped inside Europa Warehouse’s flagship Corby facility recently, he wasn’t just touring another warehouse - he was gaining a unique insight into state-of-the-art logistics, which has become a vital part of UK supply chains. Europa Warehouse is the 3PL division of independent operator Europa Worldwide Group. Its senior team welcomed the MP for Corby and East Northamptonshire to its award-winning site to showcase how continued investment in people, technology and infrastructu
A new specialist funeral service has launched in the West Midlands, offering families a simple, dignified and affordable alternative to traditional funerals steeped in generations of funeral expertise. We Are Direct Cremations, owned and managed by the Lymn Rose family - which runs one of the UK’s longest established funeral directors - brings trusted and compassionate experience to a sector dominated increasingly by faceless, functional providers. The business was acquired together with Hammerw
Heritage carpet maker launches new carpet collection with sustainable, nature-led designs in undyed wool Heritage carpet maker Brintons has launched a nature-inspired collection with four new designs that translate the texture and beauty of woodland landscapes into tactile luxury underfoot. Woven from 100% undyed wool, the collection marks a significant step forward in sustainable luxury design, combining environmental consciousness with sophisticated interior aesthetics. Each design draws inspi
[JOHANNESBURG / LONDON, 18th February 2026] International animal welfare organisation Wild Welfare has joined forces with the South African...
COLYTON, DEVON February18, 2026 - Living Memories CIC, a non-for-profit providing reminiscence resources and services, today announced the launch...
Baggette + Co. Wealth Management has officially launched its Financial Adviser Development Academy, reinforcing its long-term commitment to reshaping how talent enters the financial planning profession across Dorset, Hampshire and the South Coast. The Academy has been created to provide a clear, credible and fully supported pathway into independent financial advice. It offers ambitious individuals the opportunity to build a long-term career in financial planning through a structured programme th
The Classic Mini has been reimagined many times over the years, but Everrati’s latest take might be the most heartfelt yet. Revealed on Valentine’s Day, the new electric reinterpretation keeps everything people love about the original - its compact proportions, playful character and unmistakable charm - while quietly updating it for modern life. Although visually the car remains unmistakably Mini, under the skin the petrol engine has been replaced with a smooth, responsive electric powertrain, b
2026 looks set to be the year of the Japanese Soaking Bath, according to the experts at luxury bathroom brand Aquaroc. Using Google’s Trends platform, Aquaroc found searches for the term ‘Japanese Baths’ have soared in 2026. Japanese baths, or ofuro, are traditional soaking tubs designed for a full-body bathing experience that focuses on wellbeing. Mark Tones, Founder of Aquaroc, said: “As daily life gets busier, homeowners are looking to bring spa-like calm into their homes. Bathrooms are becom
Ecommpay Head of Fraud AML Transactions & Disputes Department Honoured with Women in Risk & Compliance Award Fintech Week Awards, Dubai recognise Marija Solovjova for innovation and dedication to tackling fraud Marija Solovjova, Head of Fraud AML Transactions & Disputes Department at inclusive global payments platform, Ecommpay has been recognised as an outstanding professional in the category of Women in Risk & Compliance Award at the 2026 FinTech Week Awards Fintech Week Awards in Dubai. The p
