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Entry into force of High Seas Treaty marks turning point for deep-sea protection

Stuart Mitchell

S&P Global surveyed sustainability, climate and energy transition leaders and analysts from across our business about the areas that they expect to have the greatest influence on sustainability strategy and decision-making in 2026. The research that follows lays out the 10 key trends we are watching for the year ahead, along with links to datasets, research, and further reading to learn more. On Saturday 17 January 2026, the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement – or High Seas Treaty – will enter into force, marking a major milestone in international…

Virgin Media O2 rings in 2026 by donating 12,000 phones to keep people in need connected

Stuart Mitchell

Virgin Media O2 is doubling down on its commitment to tackle digital exclusion, by pledging to donate 12,000 phones to people who need them throughout 2026.  Following the success of its 2025 commitment, where it also provided around 12,000 refurbished phones to those experiencing financial hardship, this year, the operator will again donate devices via its Community Calling programme with environmental charity, Hubbub, to help people in need get online.    The initiative will rehome phones through a nationwide network of charity partners and community groups, including The Multibank, which Virgin Media O2 began supporting last…

Isle of Wight partners with Digital Poverty Alliance to tackle digital poverty with local device donation drive

Stuart Mitchell

Richard Quigley, MP for Isle of Wight West, is spearheading a new initiative to combat digital poverty and encouraging local businesses to donate unused devices. Over 6,600 households are deprived in education and over 3,500 households face employment deprivation, revealing the gap in digital access is a huge issue within the Isle of Wight. This drive aims to bridge this digital divide by providing much-needed laptops to schools and community groups, ensuring better access to digital resources for those who are stuck. As part of the ongoing efforts to address…

CAP – Ads for mass legal compensation claims: four pitfalls to avoid (and how to fix them)

Stuart Mitchell

The ASA/CAP have released a post called: Tread carefully:Ads for mass legal compensation claims: four pitfalls to avoid (and how to fix them), but please have a look at the ASA/CAP site as there are lots of things of interest to anyone with an interest in Ethical Marketing. Mass legal compensation ads can be costly and risky for consumers. Those who withdraw from claims can face hefty charges, and even successful claimants may experience significant deductions from compensation awarded. Three key ASA rulings highlight recurring pitfalls in the way these…

E.ON marks half a million pounds raised for Mind as mental health pressures continue to rise across the UK

Stuart Mitchell

E.ON is marking more than £500,000 raised by its employees for national mental health charity partner, Mind, supporting vital services across the UK. The milestone reflects four years of the partnership, with the energy supplier raising the funds through a number of initiatives including: Over £220,000 in match funding, doubling the impact of colleague fundraising More than £110,000 raised through sponsored challenges and events Around £55,000 for the Help through Hardship fund, supporting people facing financial and mental health pressures Over £30,000 from the donation bag scheme, helping stock Mind…