Procurement Recruitment in Northern Ireland Is Broken, And It Has Nothing to Do With the Candidates

A procurement manager role in Northern Ireland remained unfilled for four months due to issues with the recruitment process, not the candidates. The problem stemmed from outdated salary offers, overly broad job specifications, and recruitment agencies incentivised to prioritise speed over thorough market analysis. By resetting the brief and aligning salary expectations with market realities, the position was filled in four weeks with a suitable candidate.

Procurement Recruitment in Northern Ireland Is Broken, And It Has Nothing to Do With the Candidates

Falcon Buses unveils its new fleet of electric buses at Brooklands Museum: Thirteen state-of-the-art vehicles set to hit the road in Surrey this month, supported by a major depot upgrade by VEV.

Falcon Buses has launched 13 new electric buses in Surrey, supported by a depot upgrade to accommodate the electric fleet. This initiative, backed by Surrey County Council and the Department for Transport's ZEBRA 2 scheme, aims to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable public transport. The project includes a comprehensive charging solution by VEV, marking a significant step towards Falcon's goal of an all-electric bus fleet by 2033.

Published by VEV Services Ltd•London, UK - July 10, 2026
Falcon Buses unveils its new fleet of electric buses at Brooklands Museum: Thirteen state-of-the-art vehicles set to hit the road in Surrey this month, supported by a major depot upgrade by VEV.

Partou nurseries begin journey towards UNICEF children’s rights award

Partou, a UK day nursery provider, has selected 12 of its nurseries to work towards the Rights Respecting Schools Award (RRSA) in collaboration with UNICEF. This initiative aims to embed children's rights in the nurseries' ethos and practice, fostering environments where children feel respected and valued. The nurseries will initially aim for the bronze level of accreditation, with the long-term goal of achieving higher levels across all settings.

Published by Vanbar Associates•MANCHESTER, UK - 10 July 2026
Partou nurseries begin journey towards UNICEF children’s rights award

Abu Bakr Supermarket Managing Director Hamza Hussain Honoured at Prestigious 30 Under 30 Awards Ceremony in London

Hamza Hussain, Managing Director of Abu Bakr Supermarket, was honoured at the 30 Under 30 awards in London for his impact in the food and drink industry. The awards highlight young professionals making significant contributions to the sector. This recognition underscores the supermarket's strong leadership and commitment to innovation and community service.

Published by 01924950730•10 July 2026
Abu Bakr Supermarket Managing Director Hamza Hussain Honoured at Prestigious 30 Under 30 Awards Ceremony in London

Carrie Neely for Terrys: Maximalist Fabrics Made for Everyday Homes

British homeware brand Terrys has launched a new fabric collection by designer Carrie Neely, featuring her maximalist style in 22 fabrics across seven designs. This collection aims to offer visually distinctive and affordable options for everyday homes, expanding Terrys' design-led fabric offerings. The collection is available now, with prices starting at £22.99.

Published by jwc
Carrie Neely for Terrys: Maximalist Fabrics Made for Everyday Homes

MSCA Legacy and Chartered Accountants’ Livery Charity announce 2026 awards for GM students

MSCA Legacy Limited and the Chartered Accountants’ Livery Charity have announced nine awards for accounting students at three Greater Manchester universities, increasing the number from previous years. The awards, named in memory of David Illingworth, aim to recognise and support excellence in accounting education. Additionally, a £5,000 grant has been given to the financial education charity Money Ready to support financial literacy programmes for young people in the region.

Published by Alpha Public Relations Limited•MANCHESTER - 09 July 2026
MSCA Legacy and Chartered Accountants’ Livery Charity announce 2026 awards for GM students

Russell Roof Tiles Decade of Sponsorship for the Brewers

Russell Roof Tiles has renewed its sponsorship deal with Burton Albion Football Club, continuing as the official back-of-shirt partner for the 2026/27 season and maintaining its sponsorship of the East Stand at the Pirelli Stadium. This partnership, now in its 11th year, reflects shared values between the company and the club, including community support and local charity involvement. Additionally, Russell Roof Tiles is supporting two local semi-professional football clubs, Stapenhill Football C

Published by Eden Public Relations•Burton on Trent, STAFFS - July 9th, 2026
Russell Roof Tiles Decade of Sponsorship for the Brewers

Ecommpay launches new podcast series: ‘Making payments make sense’

Ecommpay has launched a podcast series called "Making payments make sense" to simplify the complex world of payments for merchants. The first episode features a discussion between Ecommpay's CEO Aleex Sjarki and Julia Streets, covering topics like improving acceptance rates, the role of AI in payments, and financial inclusion. This series aims to provide practical insights and real-world examples to help businesses navigate the payments landscape effectively.

Published by Harrison Sadler Limited•London 9th July 2026
Ecommpay launches new podcast series: ‘Making payments make sense’
Sport & Leisure•2026-07-09

Free parents sessions for sports clubs in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, helping parents to better support their children in sport.

Energise Me is offering free one-hour sessions for parents at sports clubs in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, using survey responses to tailor discussions on safeguarding, wellbeing, and welfare. The initiative, funded by Sport England and others, aims to address parents' concerns, such as injuries and competitive pressure, to better support their children in sports. Additionally, free video guides for parents will launch in September to further assist in supporting their children's sporting ex

Published by Morph PR•HAMPSHIRE, UK - July 9 2026
Free parents sessions for sports clubs in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, helping parents to better support their children in sport.

Taylor Maxwell Launches Specview to Support Early-Stage Façade Design

Taylor Maxwell has introduced SpecView, a visualisation service that helps architects and specifiers see how façade materials will look on a building before finalising their choices. This service, available for free, combines live visualisation with expert guidance and aims to assist in the early stages of project design, particularly during RIBA Stages 2 to 4. SpecView is designed to provide clarity and confidence in material decisions, which can significantly impact a project's design, perform

Published by Thread PR
Taylor Maxwell Launches Specview to Support Early-Stage Façade Design

Teens in AI and Sage expand partnership to boost AI skills in the North East

Teens in AI and Sage have expanded their partnership to launch the North East AI Talent Acceleration Programme, aimed at improving AI skills among young people aged 13-19 in Northumberland, Tyne and Wear, and County Durham. This initiative addresses a gap in AI readiness among youth, providing access to AI learning platforms and career support to better prepare them for future careers in AI. The programme supports the North East's goal of training 80,000 students in AI by 2029, contributing to t

Published by Teens in AI•LONDON, UK - 9 July 2026
Teens in AI and Sage expand partnership to boost AI skills in the North East

Charity Beach Pilates & Swim Event Raises Over £350 For Chill Dorset

Bridge Health & Wellbeing in Christchurch, Dorset, organised a Beach Pilates and Sea Dip event, raising over £350 for Chill Dorset, a charity offering sea swimming therapy for adults with mental or physical health conditions. The event, held on Avon Beach, featured a free Pilates class followed by a sea dip, with all donations supporting Chill Dorset's therapeutic programmes. This initiative highlights community support for local charities making a positive impact on health and wellbeing.

Published by 4 C Marketing
Charity Beach Pilates & Swim Event Raises Over £350 For Chill Dorset

Our Place in These Worlds Esvin Alarcón Lam, Antonio Pichillá Quiacaín, and Simón Vega, 21st August - 27th September 2026. Private View: 20th August 2026

An artist-led exhibition titled "Our Place in These Worlds" will be held at Elizabeth Xi Bauer from 21st August to 27th September 2026, featuring works by Esvin Alarcón Lam, Antonio Pichillá Quiacaín, and Simón Vega. Curated by Maria do Carmo M. P. de Pontes, the exhibition challenges Eurocentric ideas of belonging and explores themes of colonisation, migration, and identity through a collaborative approach. The exhibition, which has toured previously, aims to foster nuanced discussions on ident

Published by Elizabeth Xi Bauer•LONDON, UK - July 9, 2026
Our Place in These Worlds Esvin Alarcón Lam, Antonio Pichillá Quiacaín, and Simón Vega, 21st August - 27th September 2026. Private View: 20th August 2026

Dance Moves - A new partnership is bringing the dance studio to Newcastle hospital wards

Newcastle Hospitals Charity and Dance City have partnered to introduce 'Dance Moves', a programme bringing professional dance artists to Freeman Hospital wards to aid orthopaedic and stroke rehabilitation patients through movement sessions. These sessions aim to enhance recovery, social connection, and ward atmosphere by complementing traditional therapies with creative, patient-centred activities. The initiative is part of a broader arts programme aimed at improving patient care and wellbeing a

Published by Adela Rokytova T: 0191 265 7765 E: [email protected]•For immediate release - Thursday, 9 July 2026
Dance Moves - A new partnership is bringing the dance studio to Newcastle hospital wards

Birkenhead nursery graded ‘strong standard’ for welfare and wellbeing

Partou Butterflies Day Nursery and Pre-school in Birkenhead received a 'strong standard' rating for children's welfare and wellbeing from Ofsted, under a new grading framework. The nursery was praised for its ambitious curriculum, inclusive environment, and the emotional wellbeing of children, with positive feedback from both inspectors and parents. This recognition highlights the nursery's commitment to providing a supportive and enjoyable learning environment.

Published by Vanbar Associates•BIRKENHEAD, UK - 9 July 2026
Birkenhead nursery graded ‘strong standard’ for welfare and wellbeing

Construction work continues on major Huddersfield affordable housing development

Construction is ongoing for 30 new affordable homes in Newsome, near Huddersfield, led by Unity Homes and Enterprise in collaboration with Kirklees Council, Homes England, and West Yorkshire Combined Authority. The project, delayed by service agreement issues and weather, is expected to be completed by spring 2027. This development aims to revitalise a previously derelict site and provide high-quality housing for local residents, addressing the needs of diverse communities in the area.

Published by Vanbar Associates•HUDDERSFIELD, UK - 9 July 2026
Construction work continues on major Huddersfield affordable housing development