Retailer Home Bargains (TJ Morris) have been told how they should adhere to industry rules in how they treat their suppliers by the Competition and Markets Authority. TJ Morris’ annual groceries, Home Bargains, turnover now exceeds £1 billion and the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has … [Read more...]
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People’s Postcode lottery urges charities to apply for share of £3m Dream Fund
Thanks to support from players of People’s Postcode Lottery, charities and community groups from across England are being encouraged to apply for a share of a massive £3million to bring their dream project to life. Launching today, (2 September) the Dream Fund encourages collaboration between … [Read more...]
UK: £300 million investment to drive greener travel
UK innovators have been boosted by more than £300 million investment, to develop cleaner, greener travel. The government will provide £125 million, which will be supported by industry co-investment of up to £175 million to support new technologies including flying urban taxis, electric passenger … [Read more...]
Artificial Intelligence to end future holiday jams caused by roadworks
Navigational apps powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) are set to help drivers to plan trips and avoid congested roads. Motorists could soon enjoy quicker and easier getaways on bank holidays, as government announces plans to open up data on planned changes to the road network, highlighting … [Read more...]
Hunt for region’s ‘secret walks’ gets underway
Residents across Stockport are being encouraged to share their favourite local walks and walking pursuits over the summer holidays, as part of a wider campaign to get people moving. The winning walks will win fitbits, vouchers to spend on walking gear and other walking related goodies to help the … [Read more...]
UK: Feasibility study funding for autonomous vehicle cyber security
Up to £2 million has been made available for UK businesses to carry out a feasibility study to define a testing facility for autonomous vehicle cyber security. The Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CCAV) is partnering with Zenzic (formally Meridian Mobility) and Innovate … [Read more...]
Government doubles funding for on-street electric car charging
The Government has committed an additional £2.5m to increase the number of on-street electric car charging points across the UK. Owning and charging an electric vehicle is set to become more convenient than ever thanks to an additional £2.5 million to fund the installation of over 1,000 new … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: How can I stay healthy when flying
At this time of the year more people are asking "how can I stay healthy when flying". It’s really not pleasant when you get off a long flight not feeling your best. But how can you combat that and make sure that when you arrive in your destination you’re ready to start exploring and enjoying your … [Read more...]
UK: Virgin Media to bring next-generation gigabit internet to millions
Virgin Media has announced plans to boost the UK’s broadband, bringing next-generation gigabit connections to its entire network by the end of 2021. The next-generation gigabit service will be rolled out in cities across the UK later this year. Trials have already begun in Southampton, … [Read more...]
UK: Tackling tyre graveyards – new rubber road surface
A new rubber road surface using recycled tyres is being trialled on the M1 motorway by Highways England. Highways England is funding trials into the new asphalt mix to see if this environmentally-sound rubber innovation could be the way forward for future road surfaces. A section of road … [Read more...]
UK: £30 million fund for smarter UK manufacturing
UK Businesses can apply for a share of £30 million to support projects that use digital technology to improve the productivity and agility of UK manufacturing. Industrial digital technologies driven by artificial intelligence, robotics and the Internet of Things have the potential to … [Read more...]
How hot is too hot to work?
As the temperature soars to dizzy new heights in many areas across the UK, employees are asking "How hot is too hot to work?" Workplace temperatures According to advice on the Government's website, during working hours the temperature in all indoor workplaces must be reasonable. There’s no … [Read more...]
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