Post-Pandemic Outlook – A Guide to the Spring Budget by Alison Pinks, Burrowdale Accountancy
On 3rd March 2021, Chancellor Rishi Sunak unveiled details of the government’s plans to support businesses and jobs and aid the recovery of the UK economy in his Spring budget. Several coronavirus support schemes were extended, and he outlined his view of how our post-pandemic world will look in terms of taxes. […]
Diets Are Dead!
By Gilly Brunton – Registered Nutritionist (MSc, BSc, RNutri, PGCE)
I recently hosted a series of workshops for women who needed ‘time out’ from work, home and stressors. My nutrition Q&A had the highest attendance as the hot topic was ‘Diets & Dieting’. I did some research and started listing all diets including everything from clinical to extremely faddy (eg: the lamb chop and pineapple diet). I’m serious, I listed over 130 different approaches. […]
Rhubarb Sponge Slice
This easy all-in-one almond-flavoured sponge with a sweet and tangy rhubarb topping can be served warm with cream or custard or enjoy a slice with a cup of tea or coffee. […]
Sustainable Gardens Through Design by Nicki Jackson
The climate crisis is worsening, UK species are declining at an alarming rate, plastics appear to be taking over the world, less than a fifth of English rivers are healthy, the intensification of agriculture and the increasing use of harmful pesticides are all having a detrimental impact on our natural environment. The scale of the problem can feel overwhelming to the point of inertia but here at Blue Daisy we are passionate about trying to do the best we can for our clients and for our environment – the two are not mutually exclusive, we really can make choices in our garden designs that has sustainability at its heart. […]
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Meriden Rotary Club Annual Santa Fun Run 2020
This year was our 9th event, which was due to take place on 6th December 2020, but due to Covid-19 restrictions, we could not hold the event as normal. So instead we held a virtual advent event allowing participants to do the run wherever they chose and on any day in December up until 24th December. […]
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Masterplan Will Help Reshape Solihull Town Centre, Says Mayor Andy Street
West Midlands Mayor Andy Street has welcomed a new masterplan for Solihull Town Centre, describing it as “dynamic and forward-thinking”. […]
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Three Peaks for Alzheimer’s Society
Jonny Mort, along with several friends, is attempting the Three Peaks Challenge to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society. […]
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What’s Happening at Kenilworth Town Council?
As we look towards spring, we can see signs around us of hope and regeneration. As this article is written we are waiting for new vaccines and advice on how we can carry out activities safely. In the parks and gardens around the town there are signs of snowdrops and daffodils so, despite all the restrictions, there are signs of new life. […]
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Coventry Businessman Awarded MBE for Philanthropic Work in City
A Coventry businessman has been recognized in HRH The Queen’s New Year’s Honours List for his philanthropic work in the city of Coventry, helping disadvantaged youth. […]
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Plans in Place for Coventry War Memorial Park’s 100th Birthday Party
The War Memorial Park will be 100 years old on 9th July 2021. As volunteer supporters, the Friends of the War Memorial Park aim to celebrate this milestone with a variety of projects and events involving all the individuals, community groups and organisations that fill the park every day. […]
