6 innovative ways to get students encouraged to recycle

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 11/30/2021 - 6:07am

Have you ever thought about how many items we throw away every day that could easily be recycled and put to use again? Most of us never think twice before dumping our old clothes, papers, plastic items, and food waste in the same trashcan. As a result, what could have been salvaged from those items becomes irredeemable.

In this post, we will specifically focus on how to encourage your school or college students to recycle. Read on.

  • Eco-club:

Students might not know each other because of age differences or cultural differences, but as a teacher or a...

Poor sleep linked to feeling older and worse outlook on ageing, which can impact health

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 11/29/2021 - 11:36pm

Poor sleep in the over 50s is linked to more negative perceptions of ageing, which in turn can impact physical, mental and cognitive health, new research has revealed.

A study led by the University of Exeter and found that people who rated their sleep the worst also felt older, and perceived their own physical and mental ageing more negatively.

Lead author Serena Sabatini, of the University of Exeter, said: “As we age, we all experience both positive and negative changes in many areas of our lives. However, some people perceive more negative changes than others. As we...

Understanding the importance of trains for the UK

The UK is home to one of the busiest rail networks in Europe, running over hundreds of trains every day. If you've ever tried to travel long distances by train in the UK, you'll know how important they are. There aren't many forms of transport that can take you from the coast of England to the far-flung corners of the UK as efficiently as the train. But what makes the British rail system so vital to the British economy and the people who rely on it each and every day?

History of British Railways

Railways in the UK began life as a series of wooden "wagonways" as far back as the...

Christmas at Killerton launches with more than a million twinkling lights

The countdown to Christmas has begun and the National Trust’s Killerton in Exeter welcomed a brand-new glittering illuminated trail on Friday evening.

Visitors marvelled at more than a million twinkling lights, colourful trees and amazing illuminated installations, which were choreographed to a soundtrack of much-loved seasonal music to transform Killerton’s majestic gardens into a winter wonderland.

Festive fun facts about the Killerton trail 2021:

  • 50 metres of pea lights feature in the Tunnel of Light
  • 236 LED spheres glow
  • 125 metres
  • ...

Plea for patience as rising levels of abuse from patients leave dedicated NHS staff distressed and in tears

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 11/29/2021 - 3:41pm

The healthcare workers who we clapped on our doorsteps last year say they are increasingly being abused by the people they work so hard to care for.

Most patients continue to be polite towards staff. However, doctors, nurses, other health professionals and support teams have reported rising levels of swearing and abusive language; threatening and aggressive behaviour; and damage to property – and are asking for patience and kindness.

The NHS does not tolerate intentionally abusive behaviour, to protect the wellbeing of staff. Too often, staff across the service are being...

New offence to tackle dog theft moves step closer

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 11/29/2021 - 12:20pm

A new criminal offence to crack down on dog theft and put people who steal these much loved pets behind bars for up to five years has been set out in the Government’s Kept Animals Bill last week (Thursday 18th November).

The dog abduction offence, announced in September by Defra , will be added by the Government to the Kept Animals Bill, bolstering the raft of measures it already includes to further protect pets, livestock and kept wild animals.

Prior to this new offence, pet theft was treated as a loss of property to the owner. This new offence will take into account...

Building better, greener, and faster

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Mon, 11/29/2021 - 11:52am

In August 2020, Boris Johnson visited the site of the MTX Contract Hereford County Hospital project. The project was to build 3 state-of-the-art wards offering 72 extra beds to the hospital. The PM's visit was designed to highlight the success of modular construction methods in delivering his build better, build greener, build faster agenda. The new hospital wards were delivered in just 11 months by MTX and with quality and environmental credentials that outstrip traditional brick-and-mortar construction.

The Government's Project Speed is tagged as the most radical planning...

1,000-school milestone for IMP Software, as Multi-Academy Trust finance specialists target further growth

Authored by Phil Smith
Posted: Mon, 11/29/2021 - 10:34am

IMP Software, specialists in Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) budgeting and financial management software, are toasting success after a flurry of new customers took them past the 1,000-school milestone – less than three years after the company was formed.

Exeter-based IMP is now working with 119 MATs, comprising 1,008 schools, which are reaping the benefits of its award-winning IMP Planner system. The MAT-led budgeting, forecasting and reporting tool is being implemented by Trusts of all sizes overseeing primary, secondary and special schools across England.

Co-founder Will Jordan...

Connaught@Christmas illuminated gardens in Sidmouth

Build underway to light up Connaught Gardens for Connaught@Christmas

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Mon, 11/29/2021 - 10:26am

With just days to go before opening night the Connaught@Christmas team has started getting everything ready for this magical illuminated experience in Connaught Gardens, Sidmouth.

There’s masses to do to make sure this sparkling new event gives visitors the perfect start to the festive season this year.

In Manor Road car park, the 800 sqm marquee is being erected. This will provide cover for visitors while they browse the 30+ food and craft stalls manned by traders from Sidmouth and Devon. The team are busy decorating the marquee with glittering Christmas decorations, as...

How gaming and online casinos have evolved

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 11/29/2021 - 6:27am

Gaming at online casinos was previously a casual hobby or a way to pass time for many people. Now it’s evolved to appeal to more players, and a lot of them have other reasons for gaming.

To make money

The appeal of gaming has always been at least partly about the chance to win money, but now more people use this to supplement their incomes. The range of bonuses available to players signing up to gaming sites gives them the opportunity to test out some of the casino games and slots to see which they prefer. Although there’s no guarantee of winning, some players develop...

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