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NEWS | Published December 23rd 2020, 10:10 am

Christmas at Chequers: December 1978 and The Winter of Discontent

Labour politician James Callaghan served as prime minister of the United Kingdom from April 1976 to May 1979. It is a known fact that he would spend his Christmas celebrations at the prime ministerial estate of Chequers, but it is the last of his holiday seasons at the country retreat which was by far the most politically significant.

NEWS | Published December 22nd 2020, 10:10 am

Christmas at Chequers: December 1945 'That which had been salvaged was beyond value'

With the Second World War in Europe having finally drawn to a close in May of 1945, the Christmas of that year was one of hope, despite rationing remaining in force.

NEWS | Published December 21st 2020, 10:10 am

Christmas at Chequers: In a year unlike any other what will the prime minister be doing at Christmas?

December 25 approaches. Thoughts turn toward opening presents on Christmas morning, tucking into a traditional Turkey dinner, eating chocolate and sipping sherry, with eyes and ears nationwide ready to tune in to the Queen’s address to the nation. However, after the advent period of 2020 was dominated by questions over whether families can come together in spite of coronavirus restrictions across the country, it begs the question: what does the prime minister actually do at Christmas?

NEWS | Published December 20th 2020, 10:10 am

Leadership through Covid: Communication and maintaining morale the key for Hazel Court Supported Living

While the rollout of a Covid-19 vaccination programme in the UK offers genuine hope that the end of the pandemic is in sight, the significant amount of effort it has taken from all to reach this point must not be forgotten.

NEWS | Published December 19th 2020, 10:32 am

Overcoming Covid: Unitas’ investment in new technology kept business ahead of the curve

In response to the immense disruption that the Covid-19 pandemic has caused, innovation and adaptability has been seen on an unprecedented scale within British industry. Whole businesses over the last few months have become accustomed to a remote working model, with some having to make wholesale changes to systems and procedures practically overnight.

NEWS | Published December 18th 2020, 11:34 am

“Government support has been amazing”: PDK Shellfish boss praises support for businesses through Covid

While the UK government’s management of the Covid-19 pandemic in Great Britain and Northern Ireland has come under much scrutiny throughout 2020, the support measures provided by the Treasury to help keep business and the country running have been of immense importance.

NEWS | Published December 17th 2020, 12:12 pm

Leith Group called in to help save Manchester's green belt

The Leith Group have been hired by one of the largest action groups in the UK to help continue the fight to save Green Belt land across Greater Manchester.

NEWS | Published December 17th 2020, 11:11 am

Feed the World: Acre Properties’ partnership with The Africa Trust pays dividends for local communities ahead of festive season

Chiswick-based property sales and lettings firm Acre Properties, first founded in 1988 by Alastair Kerr, has built its business on a philosophy of treating all tenants as if they were brothers and sisters. It was no surprise, therefore, when Kerr looked to broaden the business’ reach by partnering up with charitable organisations.

NEWS | Published December 16th 2020, 2:02 pm

Red Rock Entertainment reflect on a successful 2020 and look to continue into the New Year

In a year dominated by restrictions across the globe as a result of the covid-19 outbreak, Red Rock Entertainment have been certified Carbon Neutral Plus, won Film Finance company of the year by the Innovation and Excellence Awards Guide 2020 and all of this following on from 2019 when Gary Collins was awarded top CEO of the year for London.

NEWS | Published December 16th 2020, 12:12 pm

“Deal or no deal, we are staring oblivion in the face”: PDK Shellfish boss warns that extra costs of exporting shellfish produce after transitional period could cripple industry

Speaking exclusively to The Leaders Council of Great Britain & Northern Ireland, PDK Shellfish managing director Paul Knight warns that the new regulations governing the export of live produce to the EU following the post-Brexit transition period could spell doom for numerous industry operators.

NEWS | Published December 15th 2020, 11:11 am

FlyResearch poll: week 37 update

London based online market research agency FlyResearch has been issuing weekly polls to its research panel of over 3000 people throughout the coronavirus pandemic in the UK, in order to project how the outbreak and the implementing of social distancing has been impacting the daily life of UK citizens.

NEWS | Published December 15th 2020, 9:03 am

Brexit: While fisheries remain key barrier to a UK-EU trade deal, industry operators like Norscot Seafoods are braced for any outcome

Reports indicate that a post-Brexit trade deal could be struck between the UK and EU before the end of year after prime minister Boris Johnson agreed to a major concession on competition rules.

NEWS | Published December 14th 2020, 12:12 pm

“I am sure we will continue to adapt”: Adelphi Group CEO pays tribute to the adaptability shown across global industry through Covid and emphasises its importance for the post-pandemic future

The vast majority of 2020 has seen much of the world and our very ways of life firmly in the grip of Covid-19, leaving the worldwide population and global industry with little alternative but to adapt to a raft of new risks and challenges. Much of this adapting has been seen within the healthcare industry, which has been at the sharp end of the battle to quell the virus that has been responsible for such unprecedented change.

NEWS | Published December 13th 2020, 4:04 pm

LEADERSHIP ROUNDUP: Marriott Drilling wins double award, Telavox makes working from home easier, Aonyx continues to build reputation

Our latest leadership roundup brings news of two awards for a specialist driller, a technology partnership that is proving invaluable for people working from home, and a huge boost for British home improvements.


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