Children as young as 11 from Gloucestershire’s Wycliffe Prep have been putting their creativity, teamwork and entrepreneurial thinking to the test through an exciting employer-led challenge in partnership with Marshfield Farm.
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De Vere Hotels named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026
De Vere, a collection of historic mansion house estates, distinctive contemporary hotels and event destinations, has been recognised for the second time in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work, being acknowledged for its excellent development opportunities and colleague happiness.
Shropshire youth charity unveils new name and celebrates prestigious national quality mark achievement
A youth charity in Shropshire is celebrating a major milestone after being awarded the highly respected National Youth Agency Quality Mark – becoming the only organisation in the Midlands to achieve the distinction
M Club’s £1 million investment will help boost tourism
Staffordshire-based M Club has unveiled ambitious £1 million investment plans for 2026, with a major programme of works designed to drive health and wellness in the city while attracting more visitors to the county.
Derby EdTech boss appointed ambassador for national industry initiative
The chief executive of a Derby education technology company used by schools around the world has been appointed as a regional ambassador for a major national EdTech initiative.
Derby celebrates Great Big Green Week in June with free event
Event to celebrate Great Big Green Week will take place in Derby this month – thanks to the St Peters Quarter Business Improvement District (BID).
Linen provider extends specialist ‘first aid’ training deal with PLT Training
One of the UK’s largest hotel laundry and linen hire providers has extended its relationship with PLT Training.
Business owners invited to rethink success beyond turnover and hustle culture at Derby event
Business owners across Derby are being invited to rethink success beyond turnover, growth targets and hustle culture at a new event hosted by Vibrant Accountancy.
Crime thriller author Sabine Durrant brings new novel Dead Heat to Glasgow’s Bookface
Book lovers are invited to join Bookface for a special Sip & Swap event with bestselling author Sabine Durrant at Bunker on Thursday 17 September from 5.30pm to 8pm.
B13 named ‘Pioneer’ at Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce Awards 2026
Birmingham-based AI and software consultancy B13 has won the Pioneer award at the Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce’s (GBCC) 2026 annual ceremony, in recognition of its mission to democratise access to software development for SMEs.
69.5% of events professionals admit sustainability is driven by pressure, not belief
A new report published has found that 69.5% of UK events professionals believe sustainability in the industry is being driven by external pressure rather than genuine conviction, raising uncomfortable questions about how much of the sector’s green commitment is performance rather than practice.
39 students, 93 offers and 33 scholarships: Banstead Preparatory school celebrates its most successful leavers’ season yet
Banstead Preparatory School has announced its strongest Year 6 leavers’ results to date, reflecting the students’ exceptional academic preparation, as well as the school’s long-standing commitment to nurturing confident, well-rounded young people ready to thrive at senior school and beyond.