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World Food Prize Foundation Names Top Ten Agritech Startups for Inaugural Innovate for Impact Challenge

Stuart Mitchell

The World Food Prize Foundation have announced the Top Ten agritech startups selected for its inaugural Innovate for Impact Challenge, a global competition recognizing scalable, science-based innovations advancing agricultural productivity and sustainability. The semi-finalists were selected from nearly 400 submissions spanning 65 countries across all hemispheres. The Top Ten startups—representing eight countries and four continents—bring a diverse range of technical expertise, including biotechnology, digital agriculture, post-harvest innovation, soil and seed science, animal health and renewable energy solutions. Their selection underscores the geographic breadth and disciplinary depth of the Challenge, as…

Amazon Teams Up with Ruth Langsford to Show How Alexa Can be a Supportive Companion for Carers

Stuart Mitchell

Amazon has collaborated with UK Charity, Dementia Carers Count to help unpaid carers get the most out of Alexa-enabled devices. Together, they have developed a comprehensive free visual guide that highlights key Alexa features, such as Drop In and advanced scheduling tools, to help carers manage daily routines and feel more supported in their role. Research by Dementia Carers Count found that 71% of unpaid carers lack adequate support, with over a third (36%) describing their role as a 24/7 responsibility. [2] Alexa can lend a small but meaningful hand through reminders, video check-ins,…

ILO and Japan launch project to expand social protection in Sri Lanka

Stuart Mitchell

An International Labour Organization (ILO) initiative will address social protection gaps in Sri Lanka, leading to expanded coverage for formal and informal workers.  The Sri Lankan component of ILO’s “Promoting and Building Social Protection in South Asia” programme, which is funded by the Government of Japan, was launched in Colombo on 30 July 2025 in partnership with the Government of Japan. The launch event brought together the Ministry of Labour, the Employers’ Federation of Ceylon and trade unions alongside dignitaries from the Embassy of Japan to Sri Lanka, development partners,…

PRCA Launches Consultation Charter for Public Consultations to Set New Standard in Planning Engagement

Stuart Mitchell

The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) have announced the launch of the Consultation Charter for Public Consultations, a new initiative designed to raise the quality, transparency, and inclusivity of public consultation processes across planning and development projects. ​  This Charter has been developed as a flagship PRCA project to support stakeholders involved in planning applications, including planning authorities, developers, consultants, and community organisations, in delivering meaningful and ethical public engagement. Its launch comes at a time when the demand for greater community involvement and accountability in local development has never been…

New environmental charity to invest £78m in boosting Suffolk’s biodiversity

Stuart Mitchell

A pioneering new environmental charity has pledged to spend at least £78m on boosting biodiversity in Suffolk. East Suffolk Trust (EaST), jointly established by Sizewell C, East Suffolk Council and Suffolk County Council, aims to make East Suffolk the most ecologically diverse and resilient area in England. Funded by Sizewell C – the new 3.2GW nuclear power project under construction on the Suffolk coast – EaST will distribute funds to local organisations through a dedicated grant scheme. Governed by a Board of independent Trustees, the trailblazing charity could serve as…