Uncategorised 28 November 2024
Domino supports Men’s Health Initiative
A Cambridge company is supporting its employees in their commitment to the annual Movember challenge – raising funds for medical research, life-changing health programmes and innovative treatments for a range of men’s health issues. Over 35 Domino colleagues across all areas of the business have been walking, running or growing impressive moustaches to spread […]
Uncategorised 28 November 2024
ALLIA celebrates 25 years of driving social impact
Empowering 4,039 ventures, supporting 520 tenants, and arranged and advised on over £4 billion of finance since 1999. On Tuesday 26 November 2024, Allia marked its 25th anniversary with an inspiring celebration, reflecting on its journey since 1999 and unveiling bold plans for the future. The event brought together partners, supporters, and changemakers who […]
Uncategorised 28 November 2024
Greater Anglia wins ‘most reliable train’ accolade for fourth year
Greater Anglia’s new bi-mode trains have been crowned the “most reliable train of their type” in the country in independent industry awards for the fourth year running. Greater Anglia’s Class 755 four-carriage bi-mode trains were named the most reliable “second generation new diesel” train at the Modern Railways Fourth Friday Club Golden Spanners Awards held on […]
Uncategorised 28 November 2024
Businesses crucial to circular economy delivery
The report examines the existing policy framework and future plans across all four nations of the UK, and highlights some of the challenges SMEs are facing. BCC research last month showed only 38% of SMEs have a recycling target in place. But the report underlines the real benefits to business of a circular economy, including […]
Uncategorised 27 November 2024
The Cambridge Building Society awards nearly £30,000 to local charities supporting housing and homelessness initiatives
The Cambridge Building Society, through its Community Fund, has awarded a total of £29,489 to three local charities working to support housing, those effected by homelessness, and vulnerable individuals across the region. The grants are part of the Society’s ongoing commitment to finding new ways to help people have a home These funds are made […]
Uncategorised 27 November 2024
Scams warning as Self Assessment deadline looms
Concerned customers reported nearly 150,000 scam referrals to HMRC in the last year, as Self Assessment filers are warned to be alert to fraudsters. With millions of people due to complete their Self Assessment tax return and pay any tax owed by 31 January 2025, fraudsters are targeting people with offers of tax refunds or […]
Uncategorised 26 November 2024
Business Concerned By Employment Rights Bill
Business Concerned By Employment Rights Bill The British Chambers of Commerce has used an evidence session on the Employment Rights Bill to highlight businesses’ serious concerns about the legislation and the speed and detail of consultation. The issues included: A lack of detailed consultation on wide ranging changes to Trade Union powers. Businesses are keen […]
Uncategorised 26 November 2024
Beacon Wealth Management named one of the top Financial Advice firms in the UK
Beacon Wealth Management, Cambridgeshire’s first Chartered Financial Planning firm, has been named one of the UK’s top advice firms, earning a place in the 2024 Citywire New Model Adviser Top 100. This recognition marks the latest in a series of accolades for the team. Based in Kimbolton, the firm provides independent financial advice to individuals […]
Local Skills Improvement Plan, Uncategorised 26 November 2024
College of West Anglia launch new Skills Bootcamps
With the recent success of the College of West Anglia Skills Bootcamps, they have released new training courses from January. Find out more here: Construction Skills Bootcamp – Part-Time Engineering Skills Bootcamp – Part-Time Green Transport Skills Bootcamp – Part-time Sustainability and Environmental Management Skills Bootcamp – Part-Time