The importance of internal communication when there is change at a company

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Wed, 12/15/2021 - 2:53pm

Change can make employees uncomfortable at work. It’s normal for people to feel threatened and worried when there are major changes in the company. However, through effective internal communication you can maintain harmony and keep morale high. Below, we explore the importance of internal communication and how to implement it.

Why is it important?

Communication is crucial on two levels. Firstly, employees need to be aware of what’s expected in the workplace. When change is happening at the company, staff might be expected to fulfil slightly different roles – this needs...

Topsham charity receives festive boost from McCarthy Stone Foundation

Authored by LaurenBluck
Posted: Wed, 12/15/2021 - 12:04pm

The McCarthy Stone Foundation has provided a welcome boost ahead of the Christmas period for local Topsham charity, the Estuary League of Friends, to help support those living with memory loss or dementia and their carers.

In a bid to make Christmas a little brighter this year, the McCarthy Stone Foundation has given the Estuary League of Friends a £250 donation, which will help with the running costs of its Memory Café, a support group offered to those living with memory loss or dementia and their carers.

Rachel Gilpin, Chief Executive at the Estuary League of Friends,...

Planning permission: Protecting the environment and building your dream home

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Wed, 12/15/2021 - 8:04am

When you're in a position to build your dream home, starting the project can be a daunting prospect. You will need to consider many things, from surveys to getting planning permission and setting your budget to beginning construction. But, how do you get started? In this article, we'll cover everything you need to know in order to build your dream home while protecting the environment.

Finding the Right Plot

There are many types of buildings you might be dreaming of turning into a home for you and your family, but the first step is finding the right plot when it comes to...

What type of paintings should be in a living room?

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 12/15/2021 - 7:43am

The truth is, the only limitation in choosing a painting for a living room is your imagination and budget. Art adds the final touch to the room, shows your personality, and captures the essence of the room design. You’ll make a conversation about it with every single visitor at your house. It's good to choose a painting that’s consistent both with the house design and your personality. Follow this guide to learn how to do it.

Create a Visual Balance

Pay attention to balance. Choose a painting in a similar colour palette, art genre and size, as the rest of the room. If your room...

Livery Dole wins two MotorTrader Industry Awards

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 12/15/2021 - 7:07am

Livery Dole has been awarded Franchise Dealer of the Year and Sale Manager of the Year award at the MotorTrader Industry Awards 2021.

The annual awards which were held on Tuesday 30th November at London's famous Grosvenor House Hotel on Park Lane saw the industries finest come together for the prestigious ceremony. The 2021 winners of the Motor Trader Industry Awards were announced at a glamourous awards dinner by the celebrity host Jon Culshaw.

Liverly Dole won the highly respected award for Franchise Dealer of the Year award in a competitive category, where some big...

DEC launches Afghanistan Crisis Appeal with a million children at risk of dying this winter 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 12/15/2021 - 6:18am

Leading UK aid agencies will launch a joint fundraising appeal on Wednesday 15 December as a catastrophic rise in severe hunger sweeps Afghanistan, with eight million at risk of starvation over the harsh winter months. Children are already dying, and a million more are at risk.

The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) Afghanistan Crisis Appeal will raise funds for member charities to urgently respond as conflict and economic collapse, coupled with the worst drought in 27 years and the Covid-19 pandemic, have brought Afghanistan to a tipping point. 

DEC charities,...

How to review your software testing strategy

Today, it is impossible to imagine a successful company that would develop software without conducting preliminary QA testing. Since fierce competition in the software market requires manufacturers to update their products as quickly as possible, continuous integration and delivery are at the forefront. And this, in turn, means that the work on QA testing is not limited only to complex activities within the framework of pre-release preparation. The product must be tested with every update. And this already presupposes a long-term Software Testing Strategy.

Large development...

How Can I Look Younger for Longer?

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Wed, 12/15/2021 - 6:01am

Retaining a youthful appearance doesn’t involve spells or witchcraft like you might see in the movies. In real life, there are ways that you can help your body to still look younger than your years. By considering some of the options available to you, and making changes regarding your life choices, you may benefit both physically and mentally. While some of these options may require some kind of budget, others can be achieved simply by altering your daily habits. This way, you may still admire the person you see in the mirror, even for years to come.

Some people may feel...

Hiring a house extension architect

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Tue, 12/14/2021 - 11:18pm

Architects play a massive role from project inception and design to completion. Finding the best architect can be the difference that makes your extension project stand out. Most of the time, people avoid contracting architects in a bid to cut down on costs.

Hiring an architect can be quite expensive. However, this shouldn’t deter you from hiring one to oversee your extension project. A great extension can add value to your house or project. More often than not, the extra fees you pay to hire an architect will be well worth it.

If you're planning to hire an architect for...

The perfect way to create Christmas memories with your loved ones

Experience the magic of Christmas with a special illuminated trail perfect for friends and family at Killerton, near Exeter.

What better way to walk off festive feasts than to enjoy an enchanting walk in the fresh air with loved ones?

Christmas at Killerton, which opened last month, creates timeless memories as visitors explore a beautiful world of lights and colour at the stunning National Trust property.

Matthew Findlay, Head of UK Trails for Raymond Gubbay, said: “As the festive holiday approaches, Christmas at Killerton is the perfect place to spend an...

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