Oakland International, a leading multi‑temperature supply chain specialist and certified B Corporation, has confirmed a new on‑site operational partnership between Oddbox and Mindful Chef, bringing three purpose‑led food businesses together to scale sustainably, reduce food waste and simplify how customers shop for food.
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Orchardfest 2026: Live music, camping and fundraising festival returns
Orchardfest returns in 2026 – bigger and better than ever, with an exciting new venue in Bromsgrove.
“Bigger cost increases to consumers are still to come” as conflict drives price rises this May and beyond
Businesses across the UK are bracing for another wave of inflationary pressure as escalating tensions between the US, Israel and Iran, continue to impact global oil markets, freight costs, and raw material pricing.
Equity Release Group launches TERN to help advisers grow amid challenging market conditions
Equity Release Group (ERG), one of the UK’s leading whole-of-market later life lending businesses, has today launched TERN, The Equity Release Network, a new specialist proposition designed to help advisers navigate the growing complexity of the market whilst supporting long term business growth.
Hydes beats hospitality skills gap with hands-on Chefs’ Academy
While the UK hospitality industry grapples with a shortage of skilled chefs and kitchen talent, Salford-based Hydes Brewery is finding success by growing its own.
Climb26 returns to Leeds to challenge the UK’s funding imbalance
Climb26, the flagship business festival created by ClimbUK, returns to Royal Armouries Museum and Leeds Dock on 1 and 2 July, bringing together thousands of entrepreneurs, investors, operators and business leaders for two days designed to help ambitious businesses grow.
Former rugby professional reinvents beer with Roley’s Super Natural Lager
Former professional rugby player Stewart Rowley is reshaping the global beer market with his disruptive, award-winning brand – Roley’s Super Natural Lager – the first beer to achieve premium taste, health-conscious innovation, and a world-first brewing technology.
New appointment strengthens focus on mental health in construction
At a critical time within the sector when it comes to stress and anxiety, Mainmark UK is emphasising the importance of not just physical but mental health with the appointment of new Health and Safety Manager Phil Saxby.
Campaign shines a spotlight on Dougie Mac’s dementia services
A campaign promoting dementia services offered by Staffordshire’s Dougie Mac Hospice has helped connect the community with life-changing support.
Yorkshire professionals invited to walk, talk and rethink wealth during My Money Week
Lazenby’s Financial Services is inviting professionals and business owners to a relaxed outdoor networking event in the beautiful surroundings of Roundhay Park, Leeds, as part of My Money Week.
Halo Benefits tackles childcare support cliff for high-earning parents
Halo is a new Compliance platform helping working parents address the “childcare support cliff” facing families whose income rises above £100,000.
Landmark national embroidery project to mark 400 years of historic City Livery Company
A historically significant national embroidery project bringing together 12 English cathedrals, more than 100 volunteer stitchers and two leading craft organisations, will be unveiled at Guildhall in the City of London in July 2026.