Agri-tech Business Opportunities in China
With its vast population and limited arable land, agriculture continues to be a critical sector for China’s economy and food security. As a result, China will continue to increase its agricultural innovation for many years to come.
Seven cities, ten days: Ting Zhang's wirlwind tour of post-Covid China (Part one)
Fantastic insight on what's happening with business in China packed with personal anecdotes, all in a latest blog about her recent trip to China, by Ting Zhang, Founder & CEO of Crayfish.io
Feel great with a LivingWell Fitness Membership
Brighten Up Your Workouts at LivingWell Fitness Cambridge, powered by LivingWell.
7 ways to welcome older people back to work
Several studies have suggested that older employees are more likely to have a great work ethic, be loyal, less likely to call in sick, and are more motivated by community and mission as opposed to perks and salary – all a great attraction to SME employers. HR Dept have a few ideas on how you can welcome back older employees into your business.
Could you be It Takes A City's new Treasurer?
It Takes A City is looking for an experienced treasurer to help us grow and support our homeless neighbours.
Cambridge University Catering Managers’ Committee has raised £15,600 for two local charities
A charity ball organised by a sub-group of the Cambridge University Catering Managers’ Committee has raised £15,600 for two local charities.
Meet Cambridge celebrates 25th Anniversary with major symposium on future of events
The official convention bureau for Cambridge and the surrounding area recently held an event to mark its 25th anniversary, focusing on the key challenges and opportunities facing the business meetings industry today.
Impression acquires Norwich-based digital agency, FLOCC
Impression acquires Norwich-based digital agency, FLOCC
On-boarding hybrid staff – how to get them up to speed and feeling part of the team
Many business's have implemented hybrid working to bridge the gap between office and remote working. The benefits of collaborating together in one workplace cannot be overstated. We are social beings and need to be present to make meaningful relationships and bond. But as this type of work evolves, how you can best manage inductions for new hybrid staff? The HR Dept. have some tips.
Marshall Aerospace gets green light for Cranfield relocation
Central Bedfordshire Council has approved Marshall Aerospace’s Outline Planning Application (OPA) paving the way for the relocation of its UK headquarters to a new facility at Cranfield University.
What is a portable film studio?
In the past, filming studio quality content needed giant cameras, giant studios and giant budgets. However, as technology has advanced, camera equipment has become lighter, more portable and more accessible. What would have taken months to film and edit can now be delivered within a week, in much better quality and at a fraction of the price…. and you don’t need a giant studio!
First College at Cambridge University to admit over 90% from state schools
Lucy Cavendish College reaches historic milestone with the highest-ever percentage of state school students (over 90%).
Has stress taken over your life and is burn-out real?
The Bridge First Aid says...Yes, it is! How do I know? Because I have been there. Last year, the World Health Organization (WHO) reclassified workplace burnout in the 11th Revision of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11), The updated manual lists burnout as an occupational phenomenon, rather than a medical condition. Hmmm interesting.
Design & Dev – how we collaborate
Identity Creative shares how the design and development teams work together to offer high-quality solutions
The importance of website optimisation
Identity Creative says...in October 2022 our Senior Web Developer (Thanos Panagiotidis) held a talk at one of the Mantle Networking events on the Importance of website optimisation.
Cambridge Ahead welcomes three new members
Cambridge Ahead, the business and academic member organisation dedicated to the sustainable and inclusive growth and quality of life of the Cambridge city region in the long-term, is delighted to welcome three new members.
Junior doctors’ strike – advice on emergency care at Addenbrooke’s
Addenbrooke’s Hospital is urging the public to only use A&E for serious emergencies and life-threatening situations during the four day strike by junior doctors (11th – 14th April).
DragonLight launches new Crowdfunder to help finish feature film Six Inches of Soil
Last year we raised enough money to cover the cost of shooting the film. Our small team filmed on the road for 42 days, shot over 120 hours of footage, in nine different English counties. We interviewed over twenty farmers and other experts, attended farming conferences, protests, filmed with sheep, pigs, cows and our unsung heroes - the microbes, fungi, beetles, earthworms and other critters of…
IMI Europe announces programme for Inkjet Development Conference 2023
IMI Europe announces the programme for its Inkjet Development Conference, to be held in May 2023 in Hamburg, Germany.
The skills sectors’ response to the removal of the apprenticeship ‘cap of ten’ for small businesses
First Intuition is delighted to hear that from 3 April 2023, the government has removed the ‘cap on ten’ non-levy reservations for apprenticeships.
New First Aid courses for dogs and pet professionals
The Bridge First Aid are offering new CPD certified training for pet professionals. These courses can be delivered in-house or run as public face to face hands on practical classrooms throughout Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire and Suffolk.
Cambridge Playlaws public art project kicks off
A new public art project to create ‘Playlaws’ for Cambridge – commissioned by Cambridge City Council working in partnership with Cambridge Junction – has commenced with a series of workshops for local schools.
Celebrities visit Manchester Film Festival looking dazzling in Lily Arkwright ethical diamonds
Celebrities, actors and filmmakers flocked to Deansgate, Manchester for the Manchester Film Festival 2023. The star studded week saw the UK and world premieres of documentaries, shorts and feature films like Bolan’s Shoes. Bolan’s shoes was directed by Ian Puleston-Davies and starred Timothy Spall, and held its premier at Manchester Film Festival this year. The premier saw many well known faces…
You can’t call yourself a leader unless you lead on sustainability
Rise Above's podcast series 'Leading Conversations' is now streaming episode number 5.
Don't miss 10% discount on Meetings & Events at Hilton Cambridge City Centre in May and June 2023
Located in the heart of the city, Hilton Cambridge City Centre is the perfect venue for any event. Whether it’s a brainstorming session or your company’s AGM, our Events team will help you organise your function, ensuring it is successful and a pleasure for all involved.