3rd March 2021
The pandemic has brought about a positive outcome in terms of reducing food waste. UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) quotes that self-reported levels of food waste in the UK fell by 34% in the first lockdown. This is the sharpest fall on record. ...
19th February 2021
This LGBTQ+ History Month we are celebrating those who are forging new paths. Our team has listed their favourite three podcasts for sharing stories, showing the importance of equality and inclusion, recognising the past and building a future free of...
13th February 2021
The rise of the micro wedding reception venue in response to circumventing restrictions on gatherings during the pandemic has offered couples a creative alternative to ensure wedding receptions can still go ahead. As a result, small and unique weddin...
4th February 2021
We fully support Time to Talk Day. Small conversations can break down barriers and stigmas surrounding mental health Never underestimate the power of checking on our family, friends and team members. Reaching out with a chat, call, text, wave, smile...
3rd February 2021
It’s the UK’s first ever Race Equality Week. We asked our teams for a list of books that opened their eyes to someone else’s lived experience. Join the conversation by heading to Race Equality Matters and help support real and meani...
27th January 2021
A recent internal roundtable discussion explored staff well-being during lockdown 3.0 and participants included our Mental Health Frist Aider, Sue White and Well-being Champions at Church House, Vedrana Dancerelle and Elana Kruger. Sue kicked o...
21st January 2021
With many of us still working from home, facing rising energy prices, we’ve compiled a handy list of energy-saving tips to reduce energy bills and save money. Cotswold Co‘s publication, Living Sustainably: A homeowner’s guide to ene...
20th January 2021
‘Everything in moderation, including moderation.’. This well-known quote by Oscar Wilde is so appropriate when it comes to sugar awareness. Too much of it, we know, may increase the risk of heart disease, Type 2 diabetes and AlzheimerR...
19th January 2021
What goes well with National Popcorn Day we hear you ask? We’ve got just the thing – our list of top TV series box sets! Here’s what we’ve been watching during lockdown 3.0. So, get that popcorn ready as we snuggle down on the...
15th January 2021
January is National Mentoring Month and we have come to realise, with the effects of the pandemic, mentoring matters more than ever at the moment. Our team mentors reported that during the pandemic many mentees have found themselves struggling...