RISE Launches A Brand New Training Masterclass For 2025; Promoting Biodiversity Net Gain In Housing

Retrofit Information, Support and Expertise – or RISE (the Government backed support service for housing providers looking to carry out retrofit on their properties) has launched a brand new and free training Masterclass for 2025, focusing on biodiversity net gain. The ‘Biodiversity Net Gain in Housing’ event walks through the basics of biodiversity net gain […]
New Deputy CEO Appointed At Plunkett UK

Harriet English has recently been announced as the new Deputy Chief Executive at Plunkett UK, the national charity that supports rural community businesses. Harriet has worked with Plunkett for 16 years, holding the position of Head of Engagement for the past eight years. Harriet’s promotion to her new role is a recognition of her leadership […]
Economist And Journalist Stephanie Flanders Appointed Patron Of The Institute Of Economic Development

British economist and journalist Stephanie Flanders has been appointed as the new Patron of the Institute of Economic Development (IED). Stephanie, who is Head of Economics and Government at Bloomberg – overseeing the research and journalism of 250 economists and reporters worldwide – assumes the unpaid role from outgoing IED Patron, the Baroness Blake of […]
National Park Authority Announces Significant Restructure Under Unprecedented Financial Pressures

The Peak District National Park Authority has confirmed it is beginning consultation with a number of staff over restructure proposals that are being driven by a need to cut costs. The Authority is facing ongoing financial pressures due to a fixed government grant that does not take into account inflation and additional pressures such as […]