Dedication is the key to dealing with dementia
DEDICATED resources are the key to dealing with dementia, according to a local care home that is spreading awareness ahead of Dementia Action Week (May 15-21). With 900,000 dementia sufferers in the UK, local care home Chamberlain Court caters specifically to the demographic, said Customer Relationship Manager Emma Andrews. “My role involves meeting with families […]
‘Flexible working is critical to our success’
A survey has shown concerns over flexible working are not shared by most UK managers, as three-quarters agreed it improves productivity. The study, involving 597 managers across the country, was conducted by the Equal Parenting Project, which is jointly run by the University of Birmingham and the University of York. The research suggests that managers […]
Ecommerce surplus to be donated to food bank with help of new partnership
ONLINE businesses looking to get rid of their surplus stock will now be able to donate their items to charity under a new waste solutions partnership. Zendbox, a fulfilment provider, has partnered up with local community food bank Nourish to provide much-needed donations after the charity reported a dramatic decline in donations during the cost-of-living […]
Million-pound funding pot open to charities in Kent
RESIDENTS in Kent are urged to nominate a charity to receive a share of a £1million award from an independent financial services group. Benefact Group’s Movement for Good Awards, now in its fifth year, is giving away £1,000 to any UK-registered charity in Kent that is changing lives for the better. Since the awards began, […]
Southeastern named as a ‘Menopause Friendly’ firm
SOUTHEASTERN railway has won accreditation as a ‘Menopause Friendly’ employer from an organisation that campaigns for the rights of women in the workplace. The rail operator has been recognised for its efforts in introducing culture, policies and working practices that take into account the potential impact of the menopause on female staff. The accreditation was […]
Times Business Awards gala evening hailed as the ‘biggest and best ever’
THE biggest ever Times Business Awards ceremony saw over 200 attendees pour into the Victorian Science Theatre at Salomons Estate on March 30 to celebrate achievement and ambition. Shortlisted businesses, charities, entrepreneurs and judges dressed up in their sparkling, black-tie best to network, reconnect and await the outcome of the judges’ deliberations – before the […]
New bar and eatery to open in The Pantiles
A classy new venue is to open in late April in the heart of Tunbridge Wells’ most scenic spot. Charlotte’s of The Pantiles will be the town’s newest eatery and bar, with the space having undergone a complete renovation to include a new kitchen and bar, complete with an inside living wall, a cosy fireplace, […]
Food shop and bar reopens after flood
A GROCERY shop and bar on The Pantiles has reopened after the building nearly sunk following a flood almost 14 months ago. Oliver Greens, which sells local produce as well as drinks at its bar, has finally reopened after flooding in the basement forced it to close back in January 2022. The shop’s owner, Claire […]
Aldi renews call for second town store
TUNBRIDGE Wells is being prioritised for a new Aldi store. The company has included Tunbridge Wells on its list of 30 ‘priority’ places in which it wishes to open, despite already having an out-of-town location on the North Farm Industrial Estate. Giles Hurley, CEO of Aldi UK, said: “Demand for Aldi has never been higher, […]
Headaches for staff and employers as more strikes impact workplace
INDUSTRIAL action could continue to disrupt more than just business operations – staff relations could also end up strained if expectations about time off work are unclear. Upcoming industrial action is expected from teachers in the NEU union on March 15-16, and by RMT workers on Southeastern Railway on March 16, 18 and 30 March […]
