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Lloyds Banking Group raises over £2.5 million for crisis and extends charity partnership

Stuart Mitchell

Lloyds Banking Group and national homelessness charity Crisis have announced that they are extending their partnership, in response to the clear societal need for more affordable homes across the UK. Lloyds Banking Group and Crisis teamed up in 2023 for an initial two-year term, but the extension means the partnership will now run until at least 2026. The Group’s partnership with Simon Community in Northern Ireland will also be extended, reflecting a UK-wide response to homelessness.  With over 272,000 households experiencing homelessness in England, Scotland and Wales, Lloyds Banking Group…

Young Enterprise announces appointment of new Chief Executive Officer

Stuart Mitchell

The national financial and enterprise education charity, Young Enterprise, announced recently that Sarah Porretta will be joining as Chief Executive Officer from November 2024. Sarah, who is currently Deputy CEO at Fair4All Finance, will be taking over from Sharon Davies, who has been at the charity for fifteen years. Sarah’s appointment comes at an important time for Young Enterprise, coinciding with the November launch of the new ‘Transforming Futures 2024-30’ strategy, which focuses on the long-term impact Young Enterprise programmes and services can make to both productivity and social mobility.…

Billie Piper and Refuge give voice to untold stories of domestic abuse in powerful new film

Stuart Mitchell

Renowned actor Billie Piper has partnered with Refuge for ‘Make the world a Refuge’, a short film exploring the many different forms that domestic abuse can take.  Having starred in a host of films and TV shows, Refuge ambassador Billie will now feature in a short film to highlight the often subtle and insidious ways abuse can show up in relationships.   Launching on the evening of Tuesday 8th October, the film depicts Billie reading real-life testimonies from survivors of domestic abuse, allowing their stories to be heard by protecting their…

Edible Playgrounds bloom in primary schools in Glasgow

Stuart Mitchell

Created in partnership with Clear Channel and Tree for Cities, the leafy green oases teach school children valuable life skills.   Children at three primary schools in Glasgow are connecting with nature as part of the curriculum, with the introduction of Edible Playgrounds. Funded by Clear Channel UK and built by the charity, Trees for Cities, the outdoor teaching gardens promote healthy lifestyles to children while providing them with crucial education about growing and eating healthy food. These engaging learning spaces are designed to meet the specific needs of each…

Interconnectivity at heart of The Crown Estate’s new Nature Recovery approach

Stuart Mitchell

The Crown Estate has published a new ambition for Nature Recovery that will drive a consistent approach across its diverse assets on land and seabed, following a 12-month engagement process with a wide range of nature experts and organisations.   To ensure cohesive action across a diverse array of habitats and interconnected ecosystems, The Crown Estate sets out company-wide nature goals and commitments that will raise the bar on its ambitions for Nature Recovery. These goals set the focus of its delivery plan and there will be a further update published…