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02/04/2025

A waste packaging tax which comes into effect from April 1st is not going to improve the UK’s recycling rates but will damage British businesses – warns the drinks trade.

In February the Wine and Spirit Trade Association joined forces with the UK’s leading drinks trade associations to write to Government to express their “significant” concerns regarding the implementation of the Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging (EPR).

However, despite calls for the scheme to be delayed to resolve confusion over separating commercial waste (collected by private contractors) and household waste and to allow businesses to plan for the expected eye wateringly high fees, the scheme has gone live.

Drinks producers and retailers across the UK are frustrated that DEFRA has refused to delay even though it has acknowledged there are still major issues with the scheme and only last week admitted it won’t improve recycling.

A waste packaging tax which comes into effect from April 1st is not going to improve the UK’s recycling rates but will damage British businesses – warns the drinks trade. In February the Wine and Spirit Trade Association joined forces with the UK’s leading drinks trade associations to write to...

07/02/2025

Social care’s top talent has been celebrated as dementia specialist Belong rolled out the red carpet for colleagues at its annual Champion Awards, recognising the best of the best amongst its villages and community care teams from across the region.

Twelve accolades were handed out at the dazzling ceremony to its teams and volunteers from across the North West and West Midlands for exceptional performances supporting older people to live active and fulfilling lives.

06/11/2024

Ray, a resident at Hickathrift House, had an incredible career in the Norfolk Police Force and always wanted to return to his favourite station, so staff at the home made his wish a reality by arranging a visit to Downham Market Police Station hosted by PCs Iain and Chris from the local policing team.

Ray has lived at Hickathrift House for almost a year and is beloved by staff and residents alike. Staff at the home were delighted to be a part of making his dream come true, as they knew how much it meant to him. Ray’s daughter and granddaughter also attended the trip as they wanted to be there to see the smile on Ray’s face when his dream was achieved.

Staff found out about Ray’s career when he first arrived at Hickathrift and through conversations with Ray and his family, it was clear how important this visit was to him.

Ray, a resident at Hickathrift House, had an incredible career in the Norfolk Police Force and always wanted to return to his favourite station, so staff at the

08/10/2024

Sir Julian Hartley is set to become the CQC's new Chief Executive, having served as the Chief Executive of NHS Providers since February 2023.

Prior to which he had a distinguished career as Chief Executive of several organisations, most recently ten years as Chief Executive of Leeds Teaching Hospitals.

Sir Julian Hartley is set to become the CQC's new Chief Executive, having served as the Chief Executive of NHS Providers since February 2023. Prior to which

22/03/2024

Colleagues at HC-One’s Support Office in Darlington presented a cheque for £17,846.25 to the Brain Tumour Research charity on Monday 18th March 2024.

Tracy Hardy, who works at the Support Office in Southgate House as a Careline Team Leader, lost her partner of over 15 years, David Watson, to a brain tumour on the 8th of July 2022.

Colleagues at HC-One’s Support Office in Darlington presented a cheque for £17,846.25 to the Brain Tumour Research charity on Monday 18th March 2024. Trac

20/03/2024

Councils are spending over £200 per person more on children’s services and adult social care compared to a decade ago, with these two services alone now consuming two-thirds of the average local authority’s budget, new analysis shows.

Councils are spending over £200 per person more on children’s services and adult social care compared to a decade ago, with these two services alone now cons

20/03/2024

Government is falling short on its promise to “fix the crisis in social care” as chronic understaffing, rising waiting lists and patchwork funding place sustained pressure on local authorities. In a report published today, the Public Accounts Committee (PAC)

Government is falling short on its promise to “fix the crisis in social care” as chronic understaffing, rising waiting lists and patchwork funding place sus

07/03/2024

We are thrilled to announce the launch of THE CARER Recruitment, the latest addition to our growing portfolio! As the leading UK residential and nursing care/adult social care publication, we understand the pressing need for effective recruitment solutions in the face of ongoing challenges within the sector.

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06/03/2024

The hospitality sector has given a mixed reaction to chancellor Jeremy Hunts spring Budget which saw alcohol duty frozen for another six months, and an increase in business rates which according to business real estate intelligence group Altus will see almost 220,000 English businesses with a rateable value of £51,000 and above shoulder the costs as rates rise in the next financial year (April

The hospitality sector has given a mixed reaction to chancellor Jeremy Hunts spring Budget which saw alcohol duty frozen for another six months, and an increase in business rates which according to business real estate intelligence group Altus will see almost 220,000 English businesses with a rateab...

28/02/2024

A new City Hall report reveals that Bromley, Vauxhall and Woolwich high streets saw spending increase by up to 70 per cent after they became the Mayor’s Night Time Enterprise Zones last year.

The Mayor and Night Czar Amy Lamé announced the £500,000 Night Time Enterprise Zones programme in 2022 to revitalise high streets after 6pm.

A new City Hall report reveals that Bromley, Vauxhall and Woolwich high streets saw spending increase by up to 70 per cent after they became the Mayor’s Night Time Enterprise Zones last year. The Mayor and Night Czar Amy Lamé announced the £500,000 Night Time Enterprise Zones programme in 2022 t...

16/01/2024

Unsustainable financial and workforce pressures are forcing adult social care providers to turn down new admissions and close services, as government grants are not reaching the people who need them most.

This is according to the 2023 Sector Pulse Check report, independent research commissioned by learning disability charity Hft and Care England.

Unsustainable financial and workforce pressures are forcing adult social care providers to turn down new admissions and close services, as government grants are

12/01/2024

Following the UK strikes in Yemen, energy prices are set to spike again over the coming weeks. In conjunction with the current cold snap in the UK and the current political climate, the price of gas and energy are again exposed to volatility.

Following the UK strikes in Yemen, energy prices are set to spike again over the coming weeks. In conjunction with the current cold snap in the UK and the curre

09/01/2024

The government has moved to clarify is policy surrounding overseas workers and their dependents following concerns expressed within the health sector.

Overseas workers who apply for their Health and Social Care visa prior to new immigration rules coming into effect will still be able to bring in dependants, the government has announced.

The government has moved to clarify is policy surrounding overseas workers and their dependents following concerns expressed within the health sector. Overse

09/01/2024

Consumer card spending grew 2.3 per cent year-on-year in December – less than the latest CPIH inflation rate of 4.2 per cent and lower than November’s growth of 2.9 per cent. Retail spending struggled to maintain the momentum it had built up in November through early seasonal discounts, while entertainment and travel thrived as consumers booked experiences and getaways for 2024.

Consumer card spending grew 2.3 per cent year-on-year in December – less than the latest CPIH inflation rate of 4.2 per cent and lower than November’s growth of 2.9 per cent. Retail spending struggled to maintain the momentum it had built up in November through early seasonal discounts, while en...

03/01/2024

The Portman Group’s sixth annual survey in partnership with YouGov shows that young people are the biggest consumers of low and no alcohol alternatives, with nearly half (44%) of 18-24 year olds surveyed considering themselves either an occasional or regular drinker of alcohol alternatives, compared to 31% in 2022*.

The Portman Group’s sixth annual survey in partnership with YouGov shows that young people are the biggest consumers of low and no alcohol alternatives, with nearly half (44%) of 18-24 year olds surveyed considering themselves either an occasional or regular drinker of alcohol alternatives, compar...

03/01/2024

A North Yorkshire health trust’s decision to create its own ‘in house’ home care service could backfire and leave vulnerable local people without care, providers have warned.

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust has launched its own home care service citing concerns that there isn’t enough existing provision to enable people to be discharged from hospital.

A North Yorkshire health trust’s decision to create its own ‘in house’ home care service could backfire and leave vulnerable local people without care, pr

28/12/2023

Staff at a specialised day centre have been commended by their employer for their commitment to providing high-quality care to members of the community living with advanced dementia.

Oakburn Park Day Care Service, operated by Bield Housing and Care, was crowned ‘Team of the Year’ at the organisation’s 2023 Staff Awards.

Staff at a specialised day centre have been commended by their employer for their commitment to providing high-quality care to members of the community living w

21/12/2023

Employers are being reminded they must pay their workers at least the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage this festive season, including seasonal staff and students.

Businesses may need extra staff over Christmas and the New Year and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is stressing the importance of paying them the right rate.

Employers are being reminded they must pay their workers at least the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage this festive season, including seasonal staf