Chamber member wins top award
Merlinsoft Ltd are proud to announce they have won a national award for their recent PYO Voucher System. Fruit was ripening in the fields and the Eastern European fruit pickers, who would normally be picking this fruit, were unable to travel because of the coronavirus restrictions. What was the answer? The fruit farmers appealed to the Government for help and the PM, Boris Johnson, appealed to the people for help, He coined the slogan “Pick the fruit, save the farms, feed the nation”. Whilst this was
Developing advanced human body measurement
A new research and innovation programme is underway at Sheffield Hallam University’s Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre (AWRC) that is set to transform the way we measure the human body. The Human Morphology lab, based at the world-leading centre for physical activity research, will use state-of-the-art technology to advance current methods of assessing human health through ‘Advanced Human Body Measurement’. The ‘Advanced Human Body Measurement’ programme brings new ways of assessing a person’s
Gallery at The Point goes digital
darts has been successful in its bid to the national Art Fund to create a digital gallery experience. The ‘Respond and Reimagine’ funding will enable darts to create virtual versions of its exhibitions along with lots of interactive activities and resources for children, young people and families. The funding will allow darts to build on its digital experience triggered by lockdown, developing the skills and knowledge to provide a rich and engaging digital offer linked to the exhibition programme at
PPEXtra has achieved ISO 13485- Medical Management System accreditation in preparation for a dynamic 2021 in the medical sector
PPEXtra was established during the early stages of the pandemic to help support the national demand for PPE (Personal Protective Equipment). Despite having a limited time frame for creating such a complex engineering set up and business model, PPEXtra has achieved several accreditations, including ISO 13485. In the world of Medical Devices, this is a significant achievement due to high expectations from medical devices manufacturers. In the matter of a short time, one employee has significantly broadened
Charity launches live chat for teens to talk sleep
Award-winning voluntary organisation, The Sleep Charity, has launched a new live chat service to support teens who are suffering with sleep issues. The new service, which is being run on Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-8pm on the charity’s Teen Sleep Hub, enables any young person who is experiencing sleep issues to chat directly with one of its trained sleep practitioners who will offer confidential advice. Live chat is the third phase of the charity’s Teen Sleep Matters awareness campaign which saw a
NEW Discretionary Grant Scheme launches for micro businesses affected by Covid restrictions
Working alongside Sheffield City Region, funding has been secured to support Doncaster home working, mobile and self-employed businesses that have suffered loss of trade because of COVID-19 and that have been unable to access any of the existing business grant schemes, primarily small and microenterprises. Businesses that DO NOT qualify for any of the Government’s recent Covid-19 business support packages including the Self Employed Income Support Scheme (SEISS) are invited to apply for the latest
OLS Ltd achieves most successful year to date in 2020
OLS Ltd has grown from strength-to-strength with 2020 being the businesses most successful financial year to date. The team have worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic to keep businesses and commercial premises safe and secure. OLS work with a range of essential food manufacturing & logistics companies whereby vital installation and maintenance work is required. During the first National lockdown the team welcomed a new Senior Software Architect - Bala. Bala’s role within the business is to provide
Grant increases and extension for business supply chain scheme
The recent business grant scheme to support eligible businesses in the supply chain to hospitality, accommodation, leisure and entertainment sectors has been extended and grant amounts increased. The scheme which initially opened for three weeks and closed on 6 January 2021 has now been extended until 31 March 2021 and grant payments will now increase from between £1868 and £4200 (depending on property costs) to between £3736 and £8400. The scheme gives supply chain businesses the opportunity to claim a
Doncaster Deaf Trust joins new international Sign Language project
A team from Doncaster are working with partners on an international sign language project focusing on tourism. Staff from Doncaster Deaf Trust have teamed up with colleagues from Turkey, Germany and Portugal to deliver the Vocational Sign Language on Tourism project. Alexis Johnson, executive principal at Doncaster Deaf Trust said: “We are extremely pleased to be working on this Turkish led international project. “We’ve worked with partners from across Europe and beyond for more than a decade now
Shoppers urged to support Lakeside Village in their bid to sponsor a guide dog pup in 2021
Doncaster’s Lakeside Village Shopping Outlet is ready to raise vital funds for its new charity of the year, Guide Dogs, despite the majority of the centre being currently closed. Di Rogers, centre manager said: “We are thrilled to be supporting Guide Dogs as our chosen charity for 2021. Ordinarily we’d have our partner onsite for a formal launch but obviously under the current restrictions we’re not able to do that. “We know that charities have been hugely impacted by the inability to raise money
News Release: 18/01/2021 Dance On the Airwaves
Press Release: for immediate release 18th January 2021Dance On the Airwaves!darts is launching Dance On the Airwaves – a brand new opportunity for everyone to access dance and movement over the radio. Doncaster residents across the borough can now get a weekly Dance On boost over the radio and get moving and grooving at home. Every Wednesday at 3.45pm, professional dancer, Charlotte Armitage, will present accessible, easy to follow audio instructions to get people dancing wherever they are. It doesn’t
Council set to bid for £50million of Government funding
Mayor Ros Jones and Cabinet will consider two Towns Fund bids totalling £50million on Tuesday, 26 January to help transform Doncaster and Stainforth town centres. The funding will support a number of regeneration projects drawn up by the Doncaster and Stainforth Town Deal Boards and shaped by the views of people who live, work and visit the two town centres. The major improvement schemes feature in dedicated Town Investment Plans which, if backed by the Government, will see Doncaster and Stainforth
National lockdown grant payments from 5 January 2021
Further to the Prime Ministers announcement of a national lock down from 5 January 2021, financial support is available to Business rate paying businesses who have been required to close. The additional support includes a 6 week payment under the Local Restrictions Support Grant (LRSG) addendum for businesses required to close under the national lock down restrictions from 05 January 2021. Those same businesses will also receive a one off Closed Business Lock down support grant payment (CBSP) of up
News Release: 15/01/2021
With cases of Corona virus escalating, S4C are working around the clock to react to call outs for Bio Cleaning around the region. From office and factories to schools our operatives are out there making your work or learning place as safe as possible. They are currently responding to many schools and colleges after outbreaks in classrooms. Using the latest Electrostatic lance, the fine mist containing a powerful anti-virus disinfectant is positively charged to ensure it wraps around all surfaces and kills
Active Fusion Conference will be LIVE on Zoom
Active Fusion are delighted to announce that their Whole Child, Whole School, Whole You Conference will take place online on Friday 26th February 2021. The annual conference, which will take place virtually, will focus on how we can improve the physical and mental wellbeing of young people, together. About the event Anything is possible you just have to dream big right? However, this generation of children will not reach their dreams if they don’t have healthy bodies and healthy minds. This raw,
Asymptomatic testing to be rolled out in Doncaster
Rapid, regular testing for people without symptoms of COVID19 will be made available across the country from this week, with the eligibility of the community testing programme expanded to cover all 317 local authorities. Local authorities will be encouraged to target testing at people who are unable to work from home during the national lockdown. Expansion of asymptomatic testing will identify more positive cases of COVID19 and ensure those infected isolate, protecting those who cannot work from home and
News Release: 13/01/2021
Press Release: for immediate release 13th January 2021 Changes to The Point for an improved welcome darts (Doncaster’s participatory arts organisation) is making some upgrades to its building, The Point, to ensure an improved welcome once the doors can open to the public again. The Point has been closed to the general public since March last year, but building work is currently underway to make some big changes so the reception area becomes more accessible, friendly and welcoming. The Point is
NHS Vaccination Centre to open at the Lincolnshire Showground
With the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccination centres across the country, the Lincolnshire Showground is delighted to welcome teams from the NHS and local doctors’ practices to the newly-renovated EXO Centre as it is set up as a vaccination centre for the Lincolnshire area.The EXO Centre was amongst a number of new vaccination centres to be announced in Lincolnshire this week, joining facilities at the hub at Lincoln County Hospital and in Grantham, Louth and South Lincoln. Appointments for the vaccine centre
Respiratory (RPE) fit checks
If your respiratory protective equipment doesn’t fit, it doesn’t work. We can complete Fit2Fit accredited face fit checks for all types of businesses, from manufacturing to care workers. For more information on fit testing or to book tests for your workplace please contact Rosie McKay on 01302 499055 or rosiemckay@pragmaandassociates.co.uk
Acquisition takes Switalskis Solicitors to a £20 million business
Yorkshire law firm Switalskis Solicitors has acquired Doncaster-based Atherton Godfrey LLP for an undisclosed sum, in a move that creates a £20 million turnover business. Switalskis employs over 250 staff across 11 Yorkshire offices, handling a range of specialist legal services including medical negligence, brain and serious injury, child care, wills and probate, residential and commercial property, family law, and inquests. Atherton Godfrey specialises in commercial, property, personal injury, medical
Scotland beckons for expanding ORB
Leading Doncaster firm, ORB Recruitment is taking a further step in its ambitious growth plans by establishing a base in Scotland. The company, which has grown substantially since setting up in 2018, aims to be the biggest recruitment agency in Yorkshire and to develop a presence UK wide starting with an office north of the border. Led by Alan Wallace, who has been appointed ORB’s regional director in Edinburgh, the Scottish base will focus on permanent recruitment across all sectors. Alan, who
Doncaster Social Entrepreneur Recognised for Success
Local entrepreneur recognised for making a powerful contribution to society, the economy and communities A female Entrepreneur based in Doncaster has been named as one of the UK’s 100 most inspirational female entrepreneurs by Small Business Britain’s f:Entrepreneur ‘#ialso100’ campaign. Frederika Roberts, founder and managing director of Educate to Flourish CIC, a social enterprise dedicated to supporting children’s flourishing, is being showcased alongside 100 female entrepreneurs from across the UK, as
Team Doncaster Environment and Sustainability strategy
A report on how Team Doncaster intend to tackle climate change in Doncaster will be presented to senior Council officials on Tuesday 12 January 2021. Cabinet members are being asked to approve Team Doncaster’s Environment and Sustainability strategy which will outline how residents, elected representatives, public and private sector organisations and community groups can respond to the climate change and biodiversity crisis. The strategy is the result of extensive consultation. It also includes both new
COVID 19 – Award winning Yorkshire Wildlife Park to close temporarily
Award winning Yorkshire Wildlife Park is to temporarily close due to the latest lockdown. CEO John Minion said: "It is sad to shut the gates again, but everyone needs to pull together in these difficult times. 'We would like to thank all our visitors for their support of Yorkshire Wildlife Park and hope to reopen as soon as it is safe to do so. "In the meantime, supporters can help the conservation projects we support by donating to the Yorkshire Wildlife Park Foundation charity, which is based at
New Head of Web Development joins Talk To Media
Leading Doncaster digital marketing agency Talk To Media is delighted to announce the appointment of Rob Bates as Head of Web Development. Rob brings with him over 15years experience in developing high-performance websites that adhere to Google’s best practice, deliver a great user experience and fast load times. From working in multiple agency roles managing a team of developers to operating a digital department within a national online retailer, Rob’s knowledge and experience is second to none. Rob said
Sheffield Hallam University spreads joy of Christmas with free activity packs for children
More than 100 free activity packs are to be given to children through foodbanks across the city thanks to an initiative by Sheffield Hallam University. Each pack includes a toy and accompanying activity sheets to help entertain them over the festive period. It follows a project in the summer, led by the University’s Widening Participation and Outreach team, who distributed 160 Book Packs through local foodbanks. The packs are designed to be fun and engaging and include either a gem stone
Pyrolysis And Recycling Engineer Wins UK Lifetime Achievement Award
A pyrolysis and recycling engineer, that has dedicated his entire career to managing waste streams around the world, has won a UK Lifetime Achievement Award. Rory Hughes, Technical Director at IRR Waste 2 Energy, part of the renowned Carlton Forest Group, scooped the award at the UK Business Tech Awards as the virtual ceremony on 25th November drew to a conclusion. “What an amazing achievement for Rory and so well deserved for all the work and pioneering technologies that he has worked on including the
Doncaster Sheffield Airport Promotes Homegrown Talent in Management Team Reshuffle
Robert Hough CBE, Chairman of Peel Airports Group has announced the promotion of Chris Harcombe to the role of Managing Director and the material expansion of Kate Stow’s responsibilities as part of the Executive Management Team of Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) to take effect on 1st January 2021. The Airport’s current Aviation Development Director, Chris Harcombe, becomes Managing Director in the New Year, with responsibility across the business, including financial, operational and commercial
Local practice teams gearing up to deliver the Coronavirus vaccine in Doncaster
After months of preparation and international rigorous testing, the first Coronavirus vaccine will land in Doncaster this week. The vaccine will be offered to individuals over the age of 80 initially who are most at risk with underlying health conditions. In line with the national steer, Primary Care Networks (PCN) in Doncaster are responsible for designated sites where the vaccine will be offered – these are clusters of local practices grouped together. This week two PCNs will begin vaccinating,
Northern Freight Support Available to Keep Supply Chains Moving
With Christmas in full swing, ongoing growth for the ecommerce market predicted and Brexit looming the ‘unacceptable delays’, being reported regarding mainliner ports such as Felixstowe, is bringing additional challenges for businesses, manufacturers and retailers across the UK. Carlton Forest 3PL, that works with its partners at the Northern ports of Immingham and Teesport amongst others, is assisting with the movement of goods from congested ports to those in the North, and all logistics services
Local hospitals light up for Christmas
Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Bassetlaw Hospital and Montagu Hospital are now shining with starlight in tribute to the efforts of NHS heroes throughout the year, as well as in loving memory of those lost to Covid-19. In all, on 3 December over 60 stars of all shapes and sizes lit up across the buildings which make up Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals. In order to comply with current Covid-19 restrictions, the switch-on was undertaken during a virtual event hosted by Trust Chair, Suzy Brain England
CPH2 to collaborate with cryocooler manufacturer
Clean Power Hydrogen (CPH2), the Doncaster manufacturer of the unique and patented Membrane-Free Electrolyser™, has come together with AFCryo to design and market their combined technology.The cooperation between CPH2 and AFCryo, one of the leading cryogenic systems manufacturers for gas separation and hydrogen liquefaction, is a multi-national tie-up where the combined technology will offer the market a cheaper and more reliable way of generating green hydrogen from renewable sources. AFCryo is a joint
Experienced banker joins Finance For Enterprise
Finance For Enterprise has strengthened its team of lending specialists after appointing experienced banker John Barnes to its growing team of Investment Managers. The appointment forms part of the Doncaster-based lending provider’s future growth plans as it helps businesses across Yorkshire and the Humber to access the vital loan funding to navigate their way through the Covid-19 pandemic. John joins the Finance For Enterprise team having spent the last five years of his career working as a Business
Local hospitals ready for the big switch-on
Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Bassetlaw Hospital and Montagu Hospital are all set to shine with star light from 3 December, in tribute to the efforts of NHS heroes throughout the year, as well as in loving memory of those lost to Covid-19. Throughout the weekend of 28 and 29 November, a variety of stars, of all shapes and sizes, were secured to the buildings which make up the local hospital Trust, each bearing a special message from their respective sponsor. This campaign has only been made possible with
Doing Business in the Far East – an Overview
During this brief series of articles I have looked at the possibilities of expanding your business into the Far East and some of the basic aspects of transition you will need to deal with. There are exciting opportunities ahead if you start looking at the possibilities. However, you can be quickly daunted by these and the unexplained complications which you will face. Your target market countries will vary with the type of business you are concerned with. Some jurisdictions are more difficult to
We’re outstanding for the fourth year running
NHS Doncaster CCG is celebrating its fourth consecutive ‘outstanding’ rating from NHS England and NHS Improvement for 2019-20. NHS Doncaster CCG is now one of just a few CCGs nationally to achieve the top rating four years in a row. The formal assessment takes place every year and is based on four broad areas: Better Health – improving health outcomes for patients in areas such as diabetes and tackling obesityBetter Care – improving the way care is provided and received in areas such as cancer, mental
Green Technology to be at the heart of new aviation visitor experience
A Green Technology Hub will be at the heart of the new Vulcan Experience, giving young people an insight into how scientists and engineers are tackling the climate change challenge. The charity responsible for returning Vulcan XH558 to flight is now fundraising to build a permanent home for the iconic aircraft that will honour the past and inspire the future. The Vulcan to the Sky Trust have developed plans for a visitor experience that will be a legacy of this heritage restoration project and will
Clean Power Hydrogen secures £3m from investors and delivers Ireland’s first electrolyser
Clean Power Hydrogen secures £3m from investors and delivers Ireland’s first electrolyserClean Power Hydrogen (CPH2), the Doncaster manufacturer of the unique and patented Membrane-Free Electrolyser™, is celebrating a double sales and investor milestone. CPH2 has delivered Ireland’s first-ever electrolyser. The MFE02 Containerised Membrane-Free Electrolyser™ was shipped from CPH2's Technology Innovation Centre in Doncaster, commissioned, and is ready to produce pure hydrogen and medical grade oxygen. At
New test and research facility launched for hard to recycle material
The company behind the UK’s only continuous pyrolysis plant has unveiled its new test and research facility that is already changing the face of recycling in terms of hard to recycle and hard to treat materials. IRR Waste 2 Energy, and its new Renewables Forward division, is offering the test and research facility at its Worksop headquarters where the UK’s only continuous pyrolysis plant is in operation using ELTs (end of life tyres) as its fuel. And, with full scientific testing available through
New website launched to support family-focused healthcare in UK & Ireland
Covid-19 has seen more families caring for loved ones with acute illnesses and now Sheffield Hallam University has co-designed a new website dedicated to supporting the role of family-focused healthcare in the UK and Ireland. Family nursing, midwifery and community care focuses on promoting health and wellbeing by supporting families to develop their own resources to become resilient, adaptable and cope with health related life challenges. This can, for example, range from midwives helping new expectant
Producers unify through Food From England
A powerful new group has been formed to give England’s food and drink industry a strong collective voice in the wake of Covid 19 and Brexit. Food from England has been created from more than 30 regional groups which represent over 43,000 businesses. It will specifically support small and medium sized businesses by providing a unified platform from which to communicate the industry's needs to relevant government agencies and departments. It will also highlight the impact of Covid 19 and Brexit and
Restart funding supply chain support for businesses
More of South Yorkshire’s businesses are now eligible for financial support to get through the COVID pandemic, with a new phase of grants targeted at some of those not previously eligible for national funding. As part of more than £30m of discretionary grants secured by Sheffield City Region following agreement with Government when the region entered the very high (tier 3) local alert level in October, South Yorkshire’s councils will be supporting thousands more businesses. This round of grant support
Sleep Charity Announces Partnership with Mattress Online
Award-winning, The Sleep Charity is delighted to announce its corporate partnership with one of the leading online bed retailer specialists, Mattress Online. The two organisations have teamed up together to promote the benefits of sleep to health and wellbeing through high quality advice and information. The 12-month project will spread positive messages around sleep and highlight some of the key issues that affect children, teens and adults. Said Vicki Dawson, CEO and founder of The Sleep Charity:
Free exercise and wellbeing sessions help Doncaster residents to be Healthy at Home
An initiative to boost people’s health and wellbeing during this latest period of national restrictions has been opened to Doncaster residents. New community content has been added to Doncaster Culture and Leisure Trust’s (DCLT) members Healthy at Home programme to give people in the borough access to an online body of support. Healthy at Home was created by the Trust, which operates leisure venues across the borough, to encourage members to keep active and healthy while remaining safe during Covid-19
Holistic IT are Winners for B2B Reseller of the Year Award 2020
Doncaster based Holistic IT have been supporting clients in South Yorkshire and around the UK with technology, solutions and IT support to improve organisations and drive businesses forward since 2003. The business is proud to announce that they have Won the B2B Reseller of the Year Category for the Annual Network Group Awards 2020. It was a nail biting event right up until the end with the stiff competition from almost one hundred other IT Companies from across the UK. Luke Shepherd, Managing Director
Ellgia to supply RDF to Ferrybridge EfWs
Commercial waste management company, Ellgia, has signed an extended agreement for the supply of Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) to the two Energy from Waste facilities at Ferrybridge operated by Multifuel Energy. The latest deal — set to start in January 2021— will be an “anchor contract” for both the FM1 and FM2 facilities. It will provide future assurance for Ellgia's customers of a UK based "zero to landfill" offtake partnership, delivering the highest levels of operational and environmental performance. An
Doncaster Company mould the way to an exciting future with new 3D metal printing machine
Agemaspark, a specialist precision-engineering company based in Doncaster, have recently secured finance to purchase a brand-new additive manufacturing 3D metal printing machine. The EOS 290 allows the company to create innovative mould tools by developing a highly efficient advanced manufacturing process, through conformal cooling to produce laser-sintered inserts for mould tools. After 2 years of in-depth research, thanks to the introduction of their new in-house facility to produce inserts, Agemaspark
Local businessman hits milestone birthday
A local businessman, whose family has a long association with the Worksop community and has a presentation plaque commemorating the family’s involvement in the restoration of the historic Lady Chapel in Worksop Priory, has recently reached a milestone birthday.John Pepper, co-founder of renowned local warehousing, distribution and property business, Carlton Forest Group, celebrates his 80th year and his seventh decade in business, having diversified from pig and arable farming to the third-party logistics
St Leger Homes Celebrates Safeguarding Awards Success
St Leger Homes have today received a Celebrating Safeguarding Award from Doncaster Council for the work of its staff. The awards acknowledge the vital role the housing provider has played in helping to keep people safe in Doncaster and coincide with the beginning of the national Safeguarding Awareness Week. The award was received for: John Atkins, Dave Adams, Emma Oates and Nicki Clarkson (St Leger Homes staff) St Leger Homes caretakers John Atkins and Dave Adams were carrying out some work on a property
Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals will shine with starlight this December
This December, Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Bassetlaw Hospital and Montagu Hospital will shine with starlight, in tribute to the efforts of NHS heroes throughout the year, as well as in memory of those lost to Covid-19. From next week on, a variety of stars, of all shapes and sizes, will be safely secured to the buildings which make up local hospitals within the area, each bearing a special message from their respective sponsor. At night, they will begin to shine, illuminating the immediate area with festive
Appeal to businesses for festive donations for free School Meals Hamper
A new Government Covid Winter Grant Scheme is set to provide additional funding for free school meals over the Christmas holidays. Doncaster Council will be providing meals by way of food hampers to over 120 schools/academies across the borough. Approximately 11,000 hampers will be distributed to schools week commencing 14 December 2020. This is an appeal to any local businesses/voluntary organisations that might like to help and support this by adding an item to the hampers perhaps through donations or
Frenchgate teams up with XP Schools and Doncaster Foodbank for Chocs and Socks campaign
Frenchgate Shopping Centre will be teaming up with Doncaster Foodbank and XP Schools to participate in their annual charity festive fundraising initiative, Chocs and Socks. Frenchgate will be working with Year 7 pupils from both XP and XP East schools in the Chocs and Socks project, which asks for donations of a bar or box of chocolate and a brand new pair of socks. Donation boxes will be located at both Guest Services in Frenchgate Centre and inside XP School. The donations will then by distributed by
Whyy? Change, reveals their 10-month journey of the pain they went through when COVID-19 struck
This is our year Having entered 2020 with securing our long-held status on the Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers (RoATP) we went seeking new opportunities for our apprenticeship and commercial offering. February saw our training centre fill up with our latest intake of new apprentices and we signed our first Skills Bank deal. Business was on the up, and you can probably guess what happened next…You don’t survive without action Change is difficult, even for a company with change in the title,
Hallam students bring Off the Shelf festival to life in series of illustrations
Students at Sheffield Hallam have captured Off the Shelf in a series of illustrations to document and celebrate the festival – one of the largest literary festivals in the UK. The students chose which event from the festival programme they wanted to interpret and were given 24 hours to produce three pieces of artwork to both document and celebrate the festival. Celebrating its 29th year, Off the Shelf is held annually across Sheffield and is organised by the city’s two universities with support from Arts
2021 Tour de Yorkshire Postponed but race organisers are committed to see the race return in 2022
Welcome to Yorkshire and the Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO) have confirmed that the 2021 Tour de Yorkshire will now be postponed until 2022. The difficult decision has been made after in-depth and constructive discussions with race organisers ASO, and also after detailed consultation with all the tourism agency’s local authority partners. This sixth edition of the race had been due to take place between 30th April and 3rd May 2020, but the developing situation with COVID-19 meant the event simply became
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Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals Launch ‘’This Is Me’’ Web Form
Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) have launched an online form, that lets friends and relatives support a patient from the safety of their own home. For some people, especially those with dementia or delirium, the experience of being admitted to hospital can be quite distressing. This is particularly true in the current climate, as the Trust has recently made changes to visiting, so that relatives can keep each other safe by socially distancing. These restrictions mean that it may be a
Charity launches video series to help teens sleep better
Following the successful launch of its Teen Sleep Hub, award-winning voluntary organisation, The Sleep Charity, has launched a series of online top tips videos tackling the reasons why young people don’t sleep well with practical suggestions on improving sleep. The video series form part of the charity’s main awareness campaign ‘Teen Sleep Matters, which was launched in October 2020, and also includes the Teen Sleep Hub website and downloadable eBook aimed at teenagers, not parents. Vicki Dawson, CEO of
Doncaster facilities management company expands team
Doncaster-based facilities management company Signum FM has welcomed a new face to its growing team. Matthew Johnson, a gas engineer from Rotherham has joined the facilities management firm with more than five years’ of industry experience, previously working at construction company, Interserve. New recruit Matthew Johnson, said: “I’m really pleased and excited to be joining Signum, a company with a great reputation in the industry, and I am looking forward to bringing something new to the table with my
Graduate mentor scheme expands to support 300 more pupils across the region
A successful graduate mentoring initiative set up by Sheffield Hallam University and the Northern Powerhouse Partnership (NPP) is expanding to support an extra 300 pupils across the region to re-engage with their studies. As the Government’s National Tutoring Programme gets underway, the GROW mentoring programme is extending to 10 more schools across the region with 20 new graduate mentors set to support pupils across South Yorkshire. The programme, which launched in July with a pilot carried out in four
Education and environment experts sought for charity board
The Vulcan to the Sky Trust (VTST) charity is seeking to appoint two new Trustees, one education expert and one environmental expert, to its board. The charity was responsible for returning the iconic aircraft, Vulcan XH558, to flight, as well as operating her at air displays and public events over eight years in front of more than 20 million people and, since her final flight at Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) on October 28, 2015, it’s been responsible for her safekeeping. VTST has two guiding
New AWRC collaboration puts physical activity at the heart of Covid-19 recovery
The role of physical activity in the UK’s response to Covid-19 is to be explored through a new research collaboration between Sheffield Hallam University’s Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre (AWRC) and ukactive. Researchers from the AWRC and ukactive will begin an initial three-year plan by focusing on how physical activity can support Covid-19 rehabilitation to inform Government decisions as Europe comes to terms with the pandemic. The aim of the strategic collaboration is to support the physical
Health education chief meets Hallam’s next generation of NHS workforce
Sir David Behan, Chair of Health Education England, has met ‘adaptable and committed’ healthcare students from Sheffield Hallam University as part of a virtual visit. As one of the largest trainers of healthcare professionals in the UK, with more than 3,500 students currently enrolled in health-related courses, Sir David heard about Sheffield Hallam’s approach to innovative teaching delivery, alternative routes such as degree apprenticeships, and the University’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic. Sir
Accommodation for professionals available for rent opposite Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Coppergate Mews previously stood empty for a number of years, having being built in 1929 on land originally owned by Lawrence Marquis of Zetland and William Charles de Meuron Earl Fitzwilliam. Once a large family home on a prominent junction opposite the Doncaster Royal Infirmary, now the building has been transformed into four new apartments, tailored for working professionals and individually furnished with fully integrated kitchen appliances, nespresso coffee machine, smart TV and Amazon Prime as well as
The sleep charity announces new expert advisory board
Award-winning The Sleep Charity is delighted to announce its newly formed expert advisory board as part of its mission to empower the nation to sleep better. The voluntary advisory board, named The Sleep Council, will help to shape the future of sleep support nationally and play a vital role around providing advice, challenge and scrutiny on key issues and programmes. Chairing the advisory board is Professor Heather Elphick, a consultant in Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Medicine, and a trustee of the
Calling all Doncaster to ‘Be Winter Well’ this year
Local health and care organisations have launched a new ‘Be Winter Well’ campaign to help Doncaster residents stay as well as possible during the cold months ahead. This year’s campaign focuses on informing people of the wide variety of health services available within the town and helping them prepare for winter illnesses and ailments. With coronavirus rates still rising in the area, the campaign also aims to help people understand how they can best protect their health and support their mental wellbeing
Coronavirus Crisis Holds 544,000 SMEs In Distress Endangering 18 Million Jobs
The website RealBusinessRescue.co.uk, set up by Begbies Traynor to advise business leaders in financial distress, analysed data from Red Flag Alert and discovered that since lockdown 42,000 more SMEs have been plunged into distress – an 8% increase since Q1 2020. In the last quarter alone, there has been an increase of 6%, or 25,000 businesses in distress.18% increase in start-ups in significant financial distress in the last quarter544,000 SMEs in significant financial distress – 42,000 increase during
Doncaster artist organises donation of 65 paintings for local hospitals
A local artist has banded together with fellow creative professionals to donate over 60 paintings to Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH). Chinwe Russell was inspired to collate the pieces back in April 2020, after seeing just how hard her younger sister – who is employed by a local NHS trust - was working throughout lockdown. The Nigerian born painter was profoundly touched by all the sacrifices those on the hospital frontline were making, like committing to long hours and giving up aspects
Doncaster Enterprise Park Launches
Barnsdales are delighted to be retained to launch Doncaster Enterprise Park just of Wheatley Hall Road, Doncaster. Doncaster Enterprise Park consists of 66 light industrial units ranging in size from 748 sq.ft. to 3,000 sq.ft. all with ample parking and loading bay areas. Each unit has a high security electrically operated roller shutter door and secure pedestrian access door. Internally, toilet facilities and kitchenette are provided. Selected units have a mezzanine floor with access stairs providing
IT To Go – Computer Services celebrates 15th year in business
Doncaster based IT company, IT To GO are celebrating their 15th birthday this week (1 November.) After years of hard work, they have been reflecting on the days of starting out with only £200 while spending 10 hours a day posting flyers door to door. Director, Steve Warrender left his job at Doncaster Council to pursue his dream of working for himself, he says: “It was very strange working in a full time job one minute to the next minute being sat on the sofa at home with two weeks before the mortgage is
Doncaster-based design and build specialists shortlisted for international award
Concorde BGW Group, have been shortlisted for an International Hotel & Property Award for their work on Ragdale Hall Spa’s new Twilight Bar. Ragdale Hall Spa, a luxurious, destination spa set within 13-acres of Victorian country house estate in Leicestershire, sought Concorde BGW Group to build the new Twilight Bar. The bar and lounge is relaxed yet stylish with comfortable seating and luxurious fixtures and fittings and provides a new space to unwind in total peace and tranquillity with fantastic
TUI Launches Winter 2021/22 and Summer Programmes With a New Route From Doncaster Sheffield Airport
New flights launched to Boa Vista from Doncaster Sheffield Airport for winter 2021 TUI UK has launched winter 2021 and 2022 holidays from Doncaster Sheffield and is set to put summer 2022 holidays on sale from 5th November, including thousands of free kids’ places, low deposits from £75 per person and £0 deposit on direct debit bookings made online on offer. This comes as 86% of customers surveyed in September said they expect to have gone on holiday again by next summer - reinforcing the growing appetite
Hallam student named mental health nurse of the year
A ‘remarkable’ Sheffield Hallam University student who made a ‘significant positive impact’ on her course and department has been named Student Nurse of the Year (Mental Health). Clare Manly, who graduated this year after completing her degree in mental health nursing, received the accolade as part of the 2020 Student Nursing Times Awards which were held online on Tuesday evening (27 October). Clare, who is now working as a community nurse, is continuing her studies at Sheffield Hallam having recently
Sheffield Hallam research confirms ‘extremely’ low levels of Covid-19 risk in gyms
Gyms, fitness clubs and leisure facilities are revealed to have ‘extremely’ low levels of Covid-19 risk, according to the preliminary findings of a new study from Sheffield Hallam’s Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre (AWRC) and King Juan Carlos University in Spain. The SafeACTiVE study, commissioned by EuropeActive a leading voice and non-profit association for the European fitness and physical activity sector, has analysed more than 62 million fitness facility visits since September and finds that the
Support your NHS Stars this Christmas
Here at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching hospitals we’re working on something special as we head into the seasonal period. This Christmas we want to cover our hospitals with wonderful star lights, which will shine proudly every night of December to celebrate and thank our NHS staff and remember those we have lost. We’re looking for local businesses who would be interested in sponsoring a star which will be placed either at Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Bassetlaw Hospital or Montagu Hospital. For those who
Horse racing’s £300m economic impact on Yorkshire
A major study, commissioned by Go Racing In Yorkshire on behalf of Yorkshire’s nine racecourses, has revealed that the horseracing industry contributes in excess of £300 million a year into the county’s economy. The study, commissioned by Go Racing In Yorkshire on behalf of Yorkshire’s nine racecourses, into the economic impact of horseracing in Yorkshire was carried out by the Centre for Regional and Economic Research at Sheffield Hallam University thanks to funding from the Racing Foundation. Using
Hallam Knowledge Transfer Partnership with local company rated ‘outstanding’
A partnership between Sheffield Hallam University and a locally based horsebox manufacturer which led to the development of a new product design for the company has been graded outstanding by Innovate UK. Sheffield Hallam collaborated with horsebox and trailer manufacturer Equi-Trek, based in Stocksbridge, over the last two years, to develop small new horseboxes and trailers with habitation for the North American market. The Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) was graded outstanding by a panel of
Doncaster College Celebrates National Colleges Week
Doncaster College has been celebrating National Colleges Week (19th-23rd October). This year’s theme is colleges building communities, boosting businesses, and supporting people. Bringing the whole further education community together, the week celebrates the impact of colleges on people, employers, and the economy. The Association of Colleges (AoC) which wants to see colleges and funding prioritised nationally and locally to aid the recovery from the pandemic that will be vital to the future success of
Operation Safeguard – an appeal to secure the future of Avro Vulcan XH558 takes off
The charity behind one of the last icons of British military history is launching a £4m rescue mission to secure its future. The Vulcan to the Sky Trust (VTST), who were responsible for restoring XH558 to flight, has confirmed that it is in negotiation to secure a mortgage of up to £2.4 million to enable it to build a hangar at Doncaster Sheffield Airport. The support of the public via a fundraising appeal is needed to meet the total costs of the build, which will result in XH558 being brought under cover,
Hallam students collaborate across time zones to produce innovative audio theatre piece
Hallam students collaborate across time zones to produce innovative audio theatre piece about life under lockdown Students at Sheffield Hallam and La Trobe University in Australia have worked together to produce an audio theatre piece, to be showcased at Off the Shelf Festival and the Melbourne Fringe. Led by provocative Sheffield/Melbourne-based production company, Doppelgangster, the group of 13 students used a private social media discussion group, and other platforms, to produce Bad Reputation, an
3PL provider offers reassurance amidst no deal Brexit scenario
The ever-likely scenario of a No-Deal Brexit, even after there has been over four years to sort one out, is sending shockwaves across many businesses as they grapple with exactly what it will mean for them. The movement of goods across the country and beyond will be one of the most pivotal elements as to whether this succeeds or not, and a 3PL provider in the North of England is posed to continue its renowned service levels to businesses who may find that they need more flexibility in their supply chain
Dame Rosie Winterton MP Visits ‘Inspirational’ Football Academy
On Saturday 3rd of October, children’s football academy brand, Kixx, hosted a visit from Doncaster Central MP, Dame Rosie Winterton. After receiving an invitation, Dame Rose Winterton arrived at a ‘rainy’ Keepmoat Academy to watch the Kixx Academy sessions in action and to meet with Kixx founder, Ben Hunter. It has been quite the journey for Kixx founder, Ben Hunter, who’s career could have been quite different, had it not have been for a serious groin injury which led to the end of his professional
Hallam launches unique materials science technologist degree apprenticeship
Sheffield Hallam University has launched a new materials science technologist degree apprenticeship – the first of its kind in the UK. The new programme, developed in partnership with industry leaders, will give prospective apprentices the chance to be at the forefront of developing new material innovations that can drive businesses forward, from metals and ceramics to glass and polymers. They are suitable for people with relevant qualifications who are new to material engineering, or existing employees
GB Boxing’s Hannah Robinson to combine Olympic dream with master’s degree at Sheffield Hallam
GB Boxing’s Hannah Robinson is to combine her Olympic dreams with university after securing a place to study for a master’s degree in nutrition for sport and exercise at Sheffield Hallam. The 26-year-old from Darlington has been a member of the GB Boxing squad since 2018 and is part of the Women’s Development Programme (WDP). She is one of two boxers from the GB Boxing squad starting at Hallam in September. Hannah will be joined by Lewis Richardson from the men’s Podium squad. Lewis will be starting a
Run for Wildlife event to go virtual this year to raise funds for the Yorkshire Wildlife Park Founda
The annual Run for Wildlife event will hit the virtual tracks and trails this year to raise funds for the Yorkshire Wildlife Park Foundation. Runners are invited to complete the 5km distance ‘anytime, anywhere’ from now until October 19. Pandemic restrictions have made it difficult to hold the run around the award-winning park at Branton, near Doncaster, so organisers Curly’s Athletes are co-ordinating a virtual event. “We have successfully delivered safe events under Covid-19 guidance but felt that
Hallam students spend 41,000 hours helping the community through volunteering
From lifting the spirits of people in isolation to raising money for the vulnerable and frontline workers, students at Sheffield Hallam have spent more than 41,000 hours giving back to the community. During the 2019-20 academic year more than 1,600 Sheffield Hallam students gave up their time to volunteer in a range of roles within local organisations, student-led projects and charities. Co-ordinated by the Sheffield Hallam Students’ Union (SHSU), volunteering roles are a way for students to gain
Further expansion at OLS as Business Development Manager joins team
Mark Ward has joined OLS Ltd as Business Development Manager, effective immediately. Mark will be responsible for overseeing outside sales and account management as well as building relationships with new and existing clients. Mark has over 20 years’ experience in the security sector, with an in-depth knowledge of Access Control, CCTV, Intruder Alarms and Physical security systems. “We are very confident Mark will deliver further growth for OLS Ltd,” said Claire Law, Commercial Director at OLS. “We are
Hospitals mark Baby Loss Awareness Week with light show and remembrance service
A local hospital trust has held a number of events this week to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week – a national initiative to help parents who have experienced a miscarriage, still birth or neonatal death to remember their little ones. Baby Loss Awareness Week ran from 9 to 15 October this year and Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) held a number of events to mark the occasion. On Sunday 11 October, the Trust held their annual Baby Memorial Service. The service is for parents and families who
Growth Hub helps security firm stand out from the crowd
Oliver Law Security (OLS) Ltd are now “standing out from the crowd” after undertaking a series of programmes and workshops from the Growth Hub. OLS, based in Doncaster, first contacted the Growth Hub to attend business growth workshops before formally signing up to our Scale Up programme. The SCR Scale-Up initiative, is aimed at accelerating the growth of high-potential businesses through peer focused business learning, group working and industry insight. It is focussed on supporting established
Predicted ecommerce peak and how 3PL providers are critical to its success
The busiest ever online retail season has been predicted for this year and the warehousing, logistics and 3PL sector is critical to its success. With the rules of life being an ever-changing commodity at the moment, businesses and people across the UK are becoming weary of adapting their business models and buying habits to suit and consumers need to be able to rely on the supply chain network more than ever to support the uplift in demand for groceries and other ecommerce. A recent report by Barclay’s
Hird Rail Services 100% OTIF Deliveries to Network Rail
Hird Rail Services (HRS) have been a key supplier to the UK rail industry for over 12 years, manufacturing Insulated Rail Joints at their purpose-built facility in Doncaster. Their forward-thinking vision has continued to add value to the sector by constantly investing in cutting edge technology to innovate and streamline their manufacturing process. HRS have raised the bar with regards to Insulated Rail Joint design, assembly and life expectancy. As a result, they are able to produce a world leading
Family return to Bassetlaw Hospital to say thank you to staff
A ward at Bassetlaw Hospital have received a donation of DAB digital radios from a family who wanted to say ‘thank you’ for the exceptional care a family member received. Jacqueline Jackson, from Woodsetts, was a patient on Ward C1 and sadly passed away in April this year. The family wanted to thank the team who looked after Jacqueline and returned to the ward with seven DAB Digital radios which will benefit patients on the ward and keep them entertained. Carolyn Fox, Jacqueline’s daughter, said: “As a
Hallam named as best university for degree apprenticeship training
Sheffield Hallam has been named the best university for degree apprenticeship training at a national awards ceremony. The University won two awards at the School Leaver Awards – including Best University for Apprenticeship Training and Best Learning Experience. The finalists — which featured some of the most well-known organisations in Britain — attended a virtual ceremony, introduced by Rylan Clark-Neal and presented by Paul Harris and Jack Denton, the co-founders of AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk. The
Doncaster cyclists pedal the width of the UK for charity
A team of seven cyclists from Doncaster have pedaled the width of the UK on a coast to coast bike ride to raise essential funds for charity. Ian Wood, director at facilities management company Signum FM and chairman of Doncaster’s Round Table, embarked on the challenge with his fellow Round Table members, in a bid to raise vital funds for Firefly Cancer Awareness and Support. Ian was joined on the journey by Richard Watson, Andrew Booth, Jason Clegg, Glen Siviter, Chris Morrey and Peter Caswell,
Housing Provider Achieves Gold Award for Sustainability
St Leger Homes has achieved national recognition for its work and commitment to reduce the environmental impact of council housing across Doncaster. The local housing provider received a Gold Award in the SHIFT (Sustainable Homes Index for Tomorrow) accreditation scheme, which provides an independent assessment of how housing organisations are performing against challenging environmental targets. The SHIFT assessment looked at the 20,000 council homes managed by St Leger Homes, as well as their offices,
Bawtry Hall Wins The 2020 National Award for Best Countryside Wedding Venue
The Bawtry Hall Team are delighted to announce Bawtry Hall voted as the Best Countryside Wedding Venue award at The British Wedding Awards 2020! Held annually, The British Wedding Awards are a national celebration of the best that the whole of the UK wedding industry has to offer, nominated and voted for by real wedding couples. This year’s glamorous ceremony was due to take place in London, but was moved to a virtual ceremony which took place on the 12th October 2020. The Best Countryside Wedding Venue
How a Yorkshire Tech Company Is Keeping Us Safe From Cyber Criminals
DigitalXRAID, a cyber security company, was honoured this month for its ongoing fight against cybercrime. The award — Best Security Company of the Year — was bestowed, in part, for the company’s tireless work during the coronavirus pandemic, which has seen it supporting frontline organisations and providing free help and advice to UK businesses. The staff at DigitalXRAID are dedicated to keeping its customer’s safe and secure, and with a stark rise in cyber security breaches, it seems their expertise is
Research confirms being active helps pupils in school
Encouraging physical activity can play a vital role in helping children and young people to catch-up on missed schoolwork and support their mental health throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, new research from Sheffield Hallam University reveals. The study, which has been commissioned by Sport England, Activity Alliance, Association for Physical Education and the Youth Sport Trust, finds that 92 per cent of staff believe young people being physically active helps with schoolwork and 91 per cent of pupils feel
Worksop company provides logistics support to the nation
An independent 3PL provider based in Worksop has been instrumental in keeping the supply chains of the nation running and preserving jobs in the local community during the early part of the Coronavirus pandemic. Carlton Forest 3PL, located in Worksop, North Nottinghamshire, was able to adapt its services and procedures quickly, without closing its doors or furloughing any member of staff, and because of this ability to adapt was able to provide vital support to a nationwide logistics partner and their DIY
MechFS announces new CEO
MechFS is delighted to announce the appointment of Mike Kendon as the company’s new CEO, effective from October. Mike brings to the position a wealth of experience and knowledge and is a seasoned executive whose professional experience includes business development, corporate M&A (internal and advisory), management & finance. With a degree in International Business and an MBA from Henley Business School, Mike joins MechFS following a successful period as Managing Director for North America at Soventix, a
Queen's Birthday Honours: Doncaster residents recognised
Following the publication of the Queen’s birthday honours list, Mayor of Doncaster Ros Jones, said: “I am delighted to read five Doncaster people have been honoured by The Queen in her birthday honours and I am sure that the people of Doncaster would like me to pass on congratulations. “They have been recognised for their incredibly selfless work during the Coronavirus pandemic and, in one instance, dedication to the public sector. I am delighted for all of them and I would like to thank them on behalf of
Airport schemes are taking off despite the many challenges
Airports are more than a base for transport – they provide a hub for economic growth and at DSA we recognise that skills, education, communities, business and investment are all essential strands of the social and economic fabric of our region, delivering a significant contribution that helps deliver the aspirations of the Northern Powerhouse Partnership. DSA already supports around 1,000 jobs and generates over £60m GVA per year for the Sheffield City Region economy and our 20-year Masterplan outlines our
Adorable miniature antelope is a new visitor favourite at the award-winning Yorkshire Wildlife Park
The sight of a miniature antelope was enough to stop a squirrel in his food-hoarding tracks at Yorkshire Wildlife Park yesterday. Mr Pistachio, the newest and cutest member of the park’s Dik Dik family, is having fun exploring his surroundings and making new friends at their reserve at the award-winning park. The doe-eyed dainty youngster is causing a stir with visitors and other animals as his parents Davos and Crissy enjoy life at the award-winning park, at Branton, near Doncaster. “He is so cute that
World Mental Health Day: Do one thing to help improve your mental wellbeing
The national mental health charity Mind are appealing for people to ‘do one thing’ for their mental wellbeing this World Mental Health Day (Saturday 10 October). This year has been a tough one for us all with the coronavirus pandemic and months of lockdown having had a huge impact on our mental health. According to a recent Mind study, more than half of adults (60%) and over two thirds of young people (68%) who answered their survey said their mental health got worse during lockdown. The report also
Annual Review Shows Significant Progress for St Leger Homes
St Leger Homes of Doncaster has today launched its Annual Review for 2019/20 at an online Annual General Meeting. The award-winning local housing provider, which maintains over 20,000 homes for Doncaster Council, is publishing the results of its Annual Review outlining its achievements and improving performance over the last 12 months. 2019/20 was a positive year for St Leger Homes, reflected in: 100% of gas servicing checks carried out666,444 repairs carried out on homes99.24% of repairs carried out
World Mental Health Day: The Doncaster mental health services you need to know about
Saturday 10 October is World Mental Health Day where each year, people across the world unite to raise awareness of mental health and encourage people to talk. According to the World Health Organisation, mental health is one of the most neglected areas of public health. Globally, there is 1 in every 4 people living with a mental health problem, 3 million people die every year from the harmful use of alcohol and one person dies every 40 seconds by suicide. As we all know, 2020 has been one of the most
Local hospitals vaccinate more than 2,000 colleagues against the flu in just one week
In just a fortnight, more than 2,000 nurses, doctors and other health professionals have volunteered to get their flu jab at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH). The Trust, which operates Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Bassetlaw Hospital and Montagu Hospital, is on a mission to vaccinate every member of staff between now and November. No stranger to tackling the winter illness, DBTH has been amongst the first acute NHS providers to vaccinate 75 per cent of front-line staff against the illness for
Local hospitals are supporting NHS Covid-19 app
Health professionals at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) are asking visitors to specific areas at the Trust to sign-in using the Test and Trace QR code provided. The NHS Covid-19 app is part of the NHS’ large-scale coronavirus testing and contact tracing programme. The app is used alongside traditional contact tracing to notify users if they come into contact with someone who later tests positive for coronavirus, and is available on smart phones now. Like restaurants and public venues,
Local Healthwatch make it even easier for people to volunteer
Healthwatch Doncaster is looking to recruit volunteers from across the Doncaster area. We want to give the people of Doncaster, in particularly those who are seldom heard, a chance to have their say about health and social care provision locally. We need more volunteers to help us do that and so we have made our volunteer offer even more flexible to enable more people to get involved. Healthwatch Doncaster’s existing volunteer team have adapted their normal volunteering routine due to Covid-19. The plan
Hallam study to explore racism in healthcare during pandemic
Academics from Sheffield Hallam University are collaborating with internationally renowned documentary film collective Migrant Media to study the impact of racism on BME nurses and care workers during the Covid-19 pandemic. The inter-disciplinary research project, Nursing Narratives – Racism and the Pandemic, will be undertaken by academics from the Culture and Creativity Research Institute and the College of Health, Wellbeing and Life Sciences at Sheffield Hallam. It has been awarded funding from the
Black History Month exhibition dedicated to life in the 70’s and 80’s set to open at Frenchgate
Frenchgate Shopping Centre have announced the upcoming launch of ‘The Way We Were’, an exhibition celebrating Black History Month in Doncaster. The exhibition is dedicated to the lives and experiences of the ‘Second Generation’ – the children of the Windrush Generation – offering a first-hand view of what life was like growing up in Doncaster for Afro-Caribbean people during the 1970’s and 80’s. Opening on the ground floor opposite Boots and Superdrug, ‘The Way We Were’ is a follow-on from the Black
Active Fusion Director Determined to Give Something Back
Active Fusion Director, Lindsy James, has recently been chosen to be a ‘Pilotlighter’ mentor so she can offer other charities vital business support. Chosen as one of ten charity leaders that took part in Pilotlight’s Bursary Initiative earlier this year, Lindsy will now set out on a new challenge, helping another charity grow to that next level. Having seen Active Fusion achieve charity status in 2018, Lindsy has continued to prepare her team for bigger growth, which will hopefully see the charity
Charity Campaign Awakens Teens to the Value of Sleep
Award-winning voluntary organisation, The Sleep Charity, launches its brand-new online Teen Sleep Hub today (1st October) at the heart of its campaign ‘Teen Sleep Matters’ to promote the importance of sleep for young people’s mental health. Ahead of World Mental Health Day (10th October), the launch of the Teen Sleep Hub – aimed at teenagers, not parents – addresses the link between poor sleep and mental health as well as the triggers for sleep deprivation and the practical strategies that can be put into
Chase Hardware announces management buyout
Shorts recently teamed up with Bell & Buxton and HSBC UK to act as lead advisors, legal representatives, and funders on the management buy-out of architectural ironmongery and general hardware distributers, Chase Hardware Ltd. Chase Hardware Ltd was founded in 1978 and prides itself on its extensive product range. It is noted in the industry for great customer service and high stock availability, supplied from its head office in Uttoxeter. Existing Director James Thomas has been at the forefront of the
Yorkshire Wildlife Park launch new online versions of its award-winning education programme to schoo
Yorkshire Wildlife Park has launched a new version of its award-winning education programmes for schools both online and on park visits as part of a reassessment of providing world class education in a Covid safe environment. The amazing wildlife of Yorkshire Wildlife Park will be beaming into schools as part of new education initiative this autumn alongside covid-safe visits. Virtual visits to the award-winning park, including live Q & A sessions from Project Polar are being offered to schools to inspire
CPH2 enters new joint venture for hydrogen production in Northern Ireland
Clean Power Hydrogen (CPH2) has joined forces with B9 Energy in a new Joint Venture to manufacture and distribute the unique Membrane-Free Electrolyser™ The Joint Venture (JV) plans to manufacture and distribute the patented electrolysers to the UK and worldwide from a base in Northern Ireland. The agreement that was announced by Northern Ireland Economy Minister Diane Dodds, is the culmination of several years of planning and consultation and the JV hopes to collaborate on numerous hydrogen projects
Sunday Funday – Times, tickets and all you need to know
Families can expect a fun-filled day out at Sunday Funday on Sunday 20 September.When is Sunday Funday and where is it? Sunday Funday is at the Lincolnshire Showground, Grange-de-Lings, Lincoln, LN2 2NA, on Sunday 20 September from 9.30am – 4.30pm.What is it? Sunday Funday will allow families to enjoy the spacious, family friendly, countryside area at the Lincolnshire Showground on Sunday 20 September, with a whole host of attractions and delicious local food and drink stands. Visitors will be able to
Business Expansion into Asia - Part 3
Continuing Your Expansion into the Far East Continuing the discussion from the two previous articles, we looked at the legalities of operations in various countries and the fact that they may be limited. Also an overall tax planning exercise needs to be undertaken to ensure that the corporate structure is the most tax efficient for your business. Having chosen a country in which to operate we then need to look at the licencing requirements for that jurisdiction and how to structure the corporate
Handelsbanken retains top ranking in CMA business banking survey
Local relationship bank, Handelsbanken, has once again retained its top-ranking position in four of the five categories identified by the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) independent service quality survey for business banking. Handelsbanken Doncaster is one of over 200 branch across the UK to be placing a predominant focus on supporting local customers through the ongoing crisis, and is proud that the Bank has recently been named best for overall service quality (79%); relationship / account
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Business Expansion into Asia - Part 2
How to Start Your Expansion into the Far EastLast time I discussed the overall concept of starting business expansion into the Far East. I raised the fact that there are many exciting opportunities but that many business owners have a fear of the possibility and do not know where to begin. Market research is required and location is key as there are restrictions in some countries but not in others. Jumping in with both feet is daunting and yet it is difficult to just test the water with a toe. If you
CPH2 appoint Jon Duffy at new CEO
Clean Power Hydrogen (CPH2) the Doncaster based hydrogen business is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon Duffy as the new CEO. Jon, who has enjoyed an extraordinarily successful leadership career is a recognised expert in business growth strategies and delivery of results. Jon will join CPH2 on 1st September 2020.CPH2 the developer of the patented Membrane-Free Electrolyser™ was started by Dr. Nigel Williamson (ex ITM Chief Engineer) and Joe Scott (Irish based businessman and industrialist) in 2012.
Coronavirus crisis holds 520,000 SMEs in distress endangering 1.7 million jobs
18% increase in start-ups in significant financial distress in the last quarter520,000 SMEs in significant financial distress – 16,000 increase in during lockdown (3%)SMEs in significant financial distress employ 1.7 million peopleWales sees the largest percentage increase for young businesses in distress (20%)21% increase in Industrial Transport and Logistics, Telecoms & IT and Travel & Tourism businesses in distress in the last quarter The latest RealBusinessesRescue.co.uk Red Flag Alert data
Business Expansion into Asia - Part 1
Taking your business to the far eastLots of business managers and owners have a desire to expand into the tantalising potentially lucrative markets in Asia. This prospect is likely to become even more popular now that we are no longer a part of the EU. Are you one of these ambitious business participants? So what holds you back? In many instances it is a fear of the unknown and a reluctance to take risks and endanger the ongoing base business at home. This is understandable. If you had some practical
Begbies Traynor highlights coronavirus support available for companies and sole traders in Doncaster
Companies and sole traders in and around Doncaster can take advantage of a range of government initiatives post-coronavirus, as businesses continue to try to navigate through these challenging times. If you run a company or sole trader business in the area, emergency funding via government backed loan schemes may be appropriate for your needs. Alternatively, you could be eligible for income support as a sole trader or self-employed person. Self-Employed Income Support Scheme (SEISS) Applications for
The age of distress
260,000 start-up businesses fall into financial distress by the age of seven as night-time economy vulnerability exposed.More than half (260,000) of the 509,000 UK businesses currently in distress are seven or fewer years oldHighest numbers of distress found at four years – 54,000 businesses in significant distressBusinesses aged between four and seven have an 18% chance of being in distressNight-time economy start-ups in their fourth and fifth years at greatest risk - 39% of bars and restaurants and
New multi-million pound Coronavirus action plan to help the most vulnerable in Doncaster
Mayor Ros Jones has today announced a 10-point plan to help people, communities, businesses and arts and leisure get through the COVID-19 emergency. The plan includes a three month Council Tax payment holiday for households struggling to pay due to the crisis. St Leger Homes tenants will also be given a similar financial break with their rents. These are just two points in a £5m 10-point action plan drawn up by Mayor Ros Jones, her cabinet and the council’s leadership team on top of planning, dealing
Bawtry Kitchen specialist targets growth after securing Launchpad support from Doncaster Chamber
A Bawtry-based husband and wife team who sought to inspire property owners by making the most of their homes have expanded their company Meliora’s operations after calling on help from a unique business support programme which aims to help entrepreneurs in the Sheffield City Region to unlock their business potential. Leon Roden first began thinking about working for himself back in 2017. Having spent more than a decade working with major kitchen and bathroom suppliers, Leon became increasingly
Connectus helps DSA businesses fly high with 100% gigabit capability
Unified communications and cybersecurity industry leader Connectus Business Solutions has announced it has achieved total gigabit coverage of networking services provided to Doncaster Sheffield Airport’s business park. Occupying more than half a million square feet of office, warehousing and manufacturing space, with outstanding rail, road and air links, the business park is home to over 160 businesses who now benefit from the superfast connection. Finningley-based Connectus is an approved supplier under
ENGIE Clean Growth Innovation Fund - Calling all Doncaster Green Tech Innovators
Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation, has teamed up with energy and services firm ENGIE to support projects working on the transition to clean energy. The £4 million competition will fund innovative projects that decarbonise, digitise and decentralise (find ways to generate power off the main grid) energy, and help achieve a sustainable transition to cleaner energy. Successful projects will receive a combination of government grants from Innovate UK, and private investment from ENGIE. For the
Department of Transport receives formal proposals for a major Yorkshire rail scheme
Delivery of 33,000 jobs for the North takes a major step forward today as the Department of Transport receives formal proposals for a major Yorkshire rail scheme The Sheffield City Region, Doncaster Council and the Peel Group (owners of Doncaster Sheffield Airport) have taken a major step forward today by submitting an outline business case to the Government which could deliver a new national and regional rail connection to Doncaster Sheffield Airport. With just 4.5 miles of new track required, the
Doncaster Business for the Community launches new fundraiser
Westfield Health in conjunction with Doncaster Business for the Community is proud to announce the launch of yet another ground breaking and unique fundraising initiative in their growing sporting calendar. The “10TenK” Challenge will consist of participants taking part in ten 10k running events of their choice over the course of this year and recruitment of 100 runners each signing up to raise £100 each has already begun. Runners will be able to choose to run in 10k races being held in both the UK and