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Hollyoaks, Emmerdale, Torchwood, EastEnders, and Downton Abbey to name a few, are all British programmes that are embracing inclusivity and that have included LGBTQ+ characters in their shows. Representation of the LBGTQ+ community on prime-time UK television has improved by leaps and bounds in the last thirty years. Historically,...
A police and ambulance Joint Response Unit (JRU), which began as a trial in December 2019, is proving to be a success in Brighton according to Sussex Police. Staffed by Sussex Police and South East Coast Ambulance (SECAmb), the unit allows for both teams to work together on incidents that...
With the government furlough scheme drawing closer to an end in October, changes are already being made starting from the end of this week as it will see businesses across all industries make payments to their current employees for the first time since March 2020. The job retention Furlough...
There will be a charity Zumba class taking place on Saturday 29th August at Preston Park for people of all ages and abilities to fundraise for life-changing charity, Whoopsadaisy. In return for a donation to the charity, which helps children with disabilities and their families, anyone can join the 90-minute...
There are concerns for the wellbeing of residents and staff in care homes in Brighton and Hove after it was revealed that only two facilities had received the Covid-19 testing kits they had been promised by the government. In July, Prime Minister Boris Johnson revealed that workers in care...
Brighton and Hove Albion are in line to become the first Premier League club to welcome back fans and could host a pilot event as early as this weekend, according to The Times. The paper expects an announcement to come soon confirming that 2,500 fans will be allowed into the...
Avanti West Coast's new "Pride Train" set off on its first journey this morning, from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly.   Decorated in the colours of the pride flag and staffed by an entirely LGBTQ+ crew, the train is billed as "the largest Pride flag the UK has ever seen." After COVID-19...
Going back to school after the summer break can often be an anxious time for children and young people. However, this September, most young people will have been off school for around six months, so the transition back into the classroom is likely to be far more difficult. On...
Over the past few years, it has become increasingly important that those of us in the construction industry are focusing on sustainable building. A home that is not built in an eco-friendly manner is one that isn’t going to last the test of time. On top of that, the...
Covid-19 has impacted the global economy in a host of unprecedented ways. Industries like retail, leisure and events have all suffered greatly. But there are certain sectors which have managed to thrive during this time. Consumer spending accounts for a significant portion of the UK’s economic health. When UK shoppers...