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Businesses could be subject to new fines of £10,000 if they fail to adhere to new guidance surrounding measures such as curfews and face coverings announced by the Government yesterday (September 22). In a briefing to ministers, Prime Minister Boris Johnson revealed the latest guidance to curb the increase of COVID-19 cases and prevent the…
Birmingham’s iconic Selfridges building is to get a dramatic new look as it undergoes a makeover. The city landmark will be enveloped in a bold eye-catching pink and black wrap while the original design is cleaned and repainted.
Nearly seven in 10 lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) people have been sexually harassed at work, according to research for the Trades Union Congress revealing a “hidden epidemic”. The survey, published on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia on Friday (May 17), found that more than two in five LGBT people (42%)…
Grants of up to £10,000 could be available to small businesses who pledge to cut unnecessary stress and boost the health and wellbeing of staff under the pioneering Thrive at Work scheme. Firms signing up for the West Midland Combined Authority (WMCA) scheme can also get expert help to reduce sickness absence and improve productivity.
As students from Solihull College come to the end of their Access to HE course in English Literature, they give us an insight into their journey throughout the academic year.