East Midlands Connected, Author at East Midlands Connected https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/author/admin/ Hopping Between Hubs Mon, 06 Jul 2026 04:50:50 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.5 Drivers cross their legs to skip breaks and cut journey time https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/drivers-cross-their-legs-to-skip-breaks-and-cut-journey-time/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=drivers-cross-their-legs-to-skip-breaks-and-cut-journey-time https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/drivers-cross-their-legs-to-skip-breaks-and-cut-journey-time/#respond Mon, 06 Jul 2026 04:50:50 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/drivers-cross-their-legs-to-skip-breaks-and-cut-journey-time/ Drivers cross their legs to skip breaks and cut journey time Many people will drive for four or more hours before taking a toilet-break   As the start of the big summer get-away approaches, vehicle rental provider, Europcar, has conducted new research to discover where the need to get to their destination overrides comfort on […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/drivers-cross-their-legs-to-skip-breaks-and-cut-journey-time/feed/ 0 TGB Sets Sights on Major Expansion of Revolutionary MSU Waste Management System Following Proven Results https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/tgb-sets-sights-on-major-expansion-of-revolutionary-msu-waste-management-system-following-proven-results/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tgb-sets-sights-on-major-expansion-of-revolutionary-msu-waste-management-system-following-proven-results https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/tgb-sets-sights-on-major-expansion-of-revolutionary-msu-waste-management-system-following-proven-results/#respond Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:45:19 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/tgb-sets-sights-on-major-expansion-of-revolutionary-msu-waste-management-system-following-proven-results/ The Green Block (TGB) is targeting a significant expansion of its globally patented Mobile Segregation Unit (MSU) network following the success of its pioneering waste management solution across some of the UK’s busiest transport hubs. Having already deployed 10 MSU units at major locations including London Victoria, London Bridge, St Pancras, London Waterloo, Stansted Airport […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/tgb-sets-sights-on-major-expansion-of-revolutionary-msu-waste-management-system-following-proven-results/feed/ 0 Beyond the Heatwave: Why the Future of Building Comfort is About Control, Not Just Energy Supply https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/beyond-the-heatwave-why-the-future-of-building-comfort-is-about-control-not-just-energy-supply/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=beyond-the-heatwave-why-the-future-of-building-comfort-is-about-control-not-just-energy-supply https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/beyond-the-heatwave-why-the-future-of-building-comfort-is-about-control-not-just-energy-supply/#respond Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:45:19 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/beyond-the-heatwave-why-the-future-of-building-comfort-is-about-control-not-just-energy-supply/ By Chris Reilly, Founder and Director, Zeuner Ltd The current heatwave has brought an important issue into sharp focus for businesses and facilities managers alike: how do we maintain comfortable working environments as Britain’s climate becomes increasingly unpredictable? For years, much of the conversation around energy has focused on generation – where our power comes […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/beyond-the-heatwave-why-the-future-of-building-comfort-is-about-control-not-just-energy-supply/feed/ 0 As Britain Swelters in the Heatwave, Are We Prepared for the Emergencies We Can’t See Coming? https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/as-britain-swelters-in-the-heatwave-are-we-prepared-for-the-emergencies-we-cant-see-coming/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=as-britain-swelters-in-the-heatwave-are-we-prepared-for-the-emergencies-we-cant-see-coming https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/as-britain-swelters-in-the-heatwave-are-we-prepared-for-the-emergencies-we-cant-see-coming/#respond Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:45:19 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/as-britain-swelters-in-the-heatwave-are-we-prepared-for-the-emergencies-we-cant-see-coming/ With temperatures soaring across the UK to record levels and health officials issuing repeated warnings about the risks posed by the current heatwave, millions of people are taking sensible precautions to protect themselves and their families. From staying hydrated and avoiding the hottest part of the day to checking in on elderly relatives and vulnerable […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/as-britain-swelters-in-the-heatwave-are-we-prepared-for-the-emergencies-we-cant-see-coming/feed/ 0 Sweetie Irie announces powerful new independent single – Landmark moment for UK music icon https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/sweetie-irie-announces-powerful-new-independent-single-landmark-moment-for-uk-music-icon/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sweetie-irie-announces-powerful-new-independent-single-landmark-moment-for-uk-music-icon https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/sweetie-irie-announces-powerful-new-independent-single-landmark-moment-for-uk-music-icon/#respond Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:33:15 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/sweetie-irie-announces-powerful-new-independent-single-landmark-moment-for-uk-music-icon/ Sweetie Irie, the unmistakable voice behind some of the most defining moments in British reggae, dancehall, drum & bass, garage and pop, is set to release a brand‑new independent single, marking a major creative milestone for one of the UK’s most influential musical figures.  A certified UK music legend with a career spanning more than three decades, Sweetie Irie has shaped the […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/sweetie-irie-announces-powerful-new-independent-single-landmark-moment-for-uk-music-icon/feed/ 0 Campaigners welcome PM’s support to regulate funeral industry after family horror at baby’s mistreatment https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/campaigners-welcome-pms-support-to-regulate-funeral-industry-after-family-horror-at-babys-mistreatment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=campaigners-welcome-pms-support-to-regulate-funeral-industry-after-family-horror-at-babys-mistreatment https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/campaigners-welcome-pms-support-to-regulate-funeral-industry-after-family-horror-at-babys-mistreatment/#respond Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:19:28 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/campaigners-welcome-pms-support-to-regulate-funeral-industry-after-family-horror-at-babys-mistreatment/ Campaigners have welcomed indications from the Prime Minister that the government may regulate the funeral industry. New regulations for the sector moved one step closer following comments from Sir Keir Starmer at PMQs on Wednesday (July 1).     Mr Starmer said he wanted “stronger standards and oversight,” following shocking cases of babies’ bodies being […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/campaigners-welcome-pms-support-to-regulate-funeral-industry-after-family-horror-at-babys-mistreatment/feed/ 0 Bridgestone’s ‘Champion’ programme develops a new generation of automotive experts https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/bridgestones-champion-programme-develops-a-new-generation-of-automotive-experts/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bridgestones-champion-programme-develops-a-new-generation-of-automotive-experts https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/bridgestones-champion-programme-develops-a-new-generation-of-automotive-experts/#respond Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:15:42 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/bridgestones-champion-programme-develops-a-new-generation-of-automotive-experts/ Bridgestone’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of automotive retail talent has gone from strength to strength, with the latest intake gaining invaluable insights into everything from customer service excellence to the future of vehicle diagnostics.   Twelve representatives from leading retail networks and wholesalers including Merityre, Tanvic Tyres, ETS and GT Wholesale, recently completed […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/bridgestones-champion-programme-develops-a-new-generation-of-automotive-experts/feed/ 0 Would you change your hairstyle for Wimbledon? You’re not alone… https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/would-you-change-your-hairstyle-for-wimbledon-youre-not-alone/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=would-you-change-your-hairstyle-for-wimbledon-youre-not-alone https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/would-you-change-your-hairstyle-for-wimbledon-youre-not-alone/#respond Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:15:42 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/would-you-change-your-hairstyle-for-wimbledon-youre-not-alone/ Landing a Wimbledon ticket is no easy feat, and it turns out plenty of Brits would go to surprising lengths for the chance to soak up the atmosphere on Centre Court. New research from Del Monte has found that more than three-quarters (78%) of people would happily queue for up to 12 hours to experience […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/would-you-change-your-hairstyle-for-wimbledon-youre-not-alone/feed/ 0 Saxophones in the City: Budding Birmingham talent to perform with star saxophonist https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/saxophones-in-the-city-budding-birmingham-talent-to-perform-with-star-saxophonist/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=saxophones-in-the-city-budding-birmingham-talent-to-perform-with-star-saxophonist https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/saxophones-in-the-city-budding-birmingham-talent-to-perform-with-star-saxophonist/#respond Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:19:32 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/saxophones-in-the-city-budding-birmingham-talent-to-perform-with-star-saxophonist/ Amateur musicians of all ages will get the chance to rehearse and perform with award-winning saxophonist and CBSO Collaborative Artist Jess Gillam as part of ‘CBSO in the City’ which will bring free performances to iconic spaces across Birmingham this summer (27-31 August) for the third year. The next generation of Birmingham’s musical talent is set to receive a […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/saxophones-in-the-city-budding-birmingham-talent-to-perform-with-star-saxophonist/feed/ 0 Urbana appoints Michael Holloway as Director of London office https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/urbana-appoints-michael-holloway-as-director-of-london-office/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=urbana-appoints-michael-holloway-as-director-of-london-office https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/urbana-appoints-michael-holloway-as-director-of-london-office/#respond Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:49:55 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/?p=151308 Sheffield-headquartered planning and development consultancy Urbana has appointed Michael Holloway as director of its London office, marking a significant step in the company’s ambition to expand its presence in the capital. The move builds on more than 13 years of delivery, supporting complex planning projects nationwide for clients including Capital&Centric, Peel Land, Miller Homes, Sheffield Hallam University, […]

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