Caring Together is a charity helping unpaid carers across Norfolk. Local children as young as 5-years-old are helping look after a family member. The charity is raising funds this Christmas to give these children a break, days out and time to simply have fun! You can make a donation at https://caringtogether.enthuse.com/Christmas-Appeal#!/
Help us support children who look after someone, giving them time off to have fun and simply be a child.
Do you live in or within a few miles of Happisburgh or Reepham? Join the dialogue to shape the Community Benefit Fund – this week!
Reepham, Cawston, Great Witchingham, Oulton & Ingworth
Happisburgh, Witton & Ridlington, East Ruston, Lessingham, Walcott & Honing
Don’t miss this chance to help shape the £15 million Norfolk Zone Community Benefit Fund at an early stage, and discuss the ways in which it might work best for your community.
This week we’ll be focusing on the communities in and around Reepham on Wednesday 11th May and Happisburgh on Thursday 12th May. Attendees are welcome to participate in person or via online meeting links. Full details and registration links can be found below.
If you aren’t based in or near these areas, please don’t worry, you’ll get your chance to contribute to the discussion in the coming months. These are just two of a series of localised meetings and we’ll be arranging more of them in due course. If you’d like to get involved in helping us with that, please feel free to drop us a note. We’d love to hear from you.
If you have any questions about the events please contact us directly using the email address: [email protected]
Welcome to the first episode this new podcast series! This week, James & Mark examine our own perceptions of why things happen in our lives, whether we think we can control them, and how it informs our behaviour. With a focus on the well-known psychological theory ‘Locus of Control’
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Welcome to the first episode this new podcast series, sponsored by Larking Gowen. There will be three different episode styles in this new series, expert guest interviews, special bitesize gems, and these deep dive episodes. James and Mark will be ‘deep diving’ into a specific topic each week. If you were a listener of Impromptu Business Chat, you’ll be familiar with their casual, fun and informative discussions. Now they’ll be focusing on how listeners can further put the advice and themes they explore into action.
This week, they examine our own perceptions of why things happen in our lives, whether we think we can control them, and how it informs our behaviour. With a focus on the well-known psychological theory ‘Locus of Control’ they discuss the importance of learning to focus on what we can influence, and not what we can’t, like the weather! They look at our power of embracing failure, monitoring our own language and how to spot our own personal triggers ahead of time. Are you a victim, or do you take responsibility? Developing our own locus of control can help build stronger relationships, be that with our families, customers or our teams. How you cope in times of stress can have a huge impact on your overall wellbeing, so let’s see how you can find the power to take control and create positive change…
To listen to the podcast, see the show notes and contact us, please click on the Listen here link below.
M+A Partners has seen some recent changes to its senior leadership team following the retirement of Managing Partner, Jeremy Robson, after sixteen years with the firm.
Jeremy joined Martin and Acock (as it was then) in 2006, and since then a new name, change of Norwich premises, growth at the Attleborough office and the addition of M+A Partners Cromer are just a few of the strategic moves he has managed.
Phil Webster has been appointed to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer, overseeing the strategic and operational direction of the firm to enable the Partners and the wider M+A team to be as effective as possible in the delivery of their services to clients.
Jeremy Robson said:
“It has been a privilege and pleasure to have been at the helm of M+A Partners for the last 16 years. I hope that in some small way, I have done my bit for the firm and that I leave it well positioned to face the future and to continue to go from strength to strength.
None of what has been achieved could have happened without the wide help and support of so many and I would like to thank my fellow partners, staff and all of our clients who have been at the heart of what makes M+A Partners so special.
I wish Phil every success and I know that he will provide the leadership, stewardship and care that the firm needs in this next phase of its life”.
Phil Webster said:
“I am delighted to have joined M+A Partners in the role of Chief Operating Officer and to be able to carry on the work of our highly regarded Managing Partner, Jeremy.
I am looking forward to working with the talented team we have here at M+A, delivering our operational responsibilities whilst still being committed to the future development of the firm and our people – creating opportunities for progression and helping us to evolve to meet the changing requirements of the industry and future ambitions of our clients.”
Chantry Place will transform into Chantry Palace to celebrate the Queen’s upcoming Platinum Jubilee and will have The Royal Guard on Chantry Square, as well as celebrate the Queen’s favourite dog breed with a free corgi trail for families throughout May Half Term.
The free ‘Walkie corgi trail’ will take place from Monday 30th May until Sunday 5th June, with families tracking the Queen’s corgi characters which have escaped the palace! Spelling out a Jubilee-themed word, entrants will be entered into a competition to win a right royal day out, worth over £300!
Outside on Chantry Square, visitors will discover Chantry Palace, an amazing photo opportunity with a Royal Guard on sentry duty over the four day holiday weekend between 2nd and 5th June.
A royal throne and red carpet, complete with an incredible royal backdrop, will also be situated on the lower ground floor from 2nd to 5th June, so visitors can enjoy being a King or Queen!
Paul McCarthy, general manager at Chantry Place, said: “We wanted to mark The Queen’s 70-year reign and have lots of fun at the Centre to celebrate! We can’t wait to welcome people to Chantry Palace to meet our Royal Guard and the photo opportunities on offer will delight all the family. This and the self-led Corgi character trail are all free, and we have lots on offer for everyone visiting, as people make a day of it and enjoy all the family-friendly retailers and restaurants we have at the Centre.”
Chantry Place is home to brands including House of Fraser, H&M, Smiggle, Langleys, Build-a-Bear and more.
For more information on Chantry Place, visit www.ChantryPlace.co.uk or follow chantryplacenorwich on social media.
Greater Anglia, along with train companies across the country, is extending free train travel for survivors of domestic abuse for another year.
The move comes as figures show four survivors a day nationally, on average, have been using the scheme and reports show that abuse has worsened during coronavirus restrictions.
Since March 2020, when the scheme was introduced, train operators across the country have provided free tickets to 3,118 people, including 874 children. 65% of people who used Rail to Refuge to date said they would not or could not have travelled if the journey hadn’t been paid for, with an average journey for recipients costing £73.
The ‘Rail to Refuge’ scheme is a partnership between the Rail Delivery Group, which represents train operators, and Women’s Aid Federation England, Welsh Women’s Aid, Scottish Womens’ Aid and Imkaan.
Jamie Burles, Greater Anglia’s Managing Director, said, “We’re proud to be a part of this vital scheme which is making a real difference to survivors of domestic abuse.”
Survivors are supported by Women’s Aid Members Services and when they are offered a refuge place, the service can book the ticket(s) they need, with train companies covering the cost. Tickets are also provided for their children, if required. They can be used as e-tickets on a phone or can be picked up from stations with a debit or credit card. The scheme allows survivors to board a train and travel without having to explain their situation to anyone.
Survivors of domestic abuse who would like to access the Rail to Refuge scheme, or need other support, can get in touch with Women’s Aid through their Live Chat service, open Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 6:00pm, Saturday and Sunday 10:00am – 6:00pm: https://chat.womensaid.org.uk
Greater Anglia has also made its website a ‘Safe Space’ for survivors of domestic abuse.
Online ‘Safe Spaces’ are untraceable web pages with information on specialist domestic abuse support services, national helplines and other resources developed by the charity, UK SAYS NO MORE.
The train operator has added the charity’s ‘Safe Space’ widget to its home page at greateranglia.co.uk to enable those experiencing domestic abuse to discreetly access support and information while carrying out daily online tasks.
The ‘Safe Space’ webpage does not appear in internet browsing history and has a quick exit function.
Apprenticeships Norfolk has launched a survey as part of a wider research project to capture insights and feedback from Norfolk businesses, in terms of understanding the challenges and barriers they face when considering setting up an apprenticeship in their organisation.
All businesses can fill it in – while we are very interested in the non-levy (SME) sized businesses in Norfolk, insights from larger organisations are also welcome. A business can complete the survey if they have had apprentices before, or if they haven’t – and the best bit, it is very quick to complete, under 3 minutes on average. The survey is completely anonymous (unless you choose to leave details if they would like us to make contact – however, this is completely optional).
The survey responses will help us shape future service offers to provide solutions that our Norfolk businesses tell us they need. Please could you help us to gain Norfolk-wide insight, by completing the survey? The link is here: https://forms.office.com/r/4DW6tAz1WP
As always, thank you in advance for your help/support – we really appreciate the opportunity to work together to understand more about our Norfolk businesses and how we can support increased apprenticeship activity.
Break has released details of its GoGoDiscover 2022 Learning & Community Programme, sponsored by Dipple & Conway Opticians, and is calling for schools, colleges and community groups from across the county to stomp on board and sign-up to get creative with a T.rex sculpture.
Once decorated, the smaller T.rex sculptures, named Breakasaurus, will join the larger sculptures on the GoGoDiscover trail in Summer 2022. The Breakasaurus sculptures will be exhibited across public spaces in cultural and leisure hubs across Norwich, before being returned to the schools and community groups who decorated them.
Peter Marron, GoGoDiscover project manager for Break, comments: “The learning and community programmes have always been an integral part of the success of our previous trails and I know that this one will be just as important and exciting for everyone involved. Norfolk is filled with so much creative talent and this project really offers young people the opportunity to show off their skills. The activity also inspires learning in the classroom and, in addition to receiving the amazing T.rex sculpture, the package includes a creative educational resource pack for teachers filled with lesson plans and fun activities for everyone to really sink their teeth into.”
Packages are available now with an early bird offer until 1st July 2021. However, there are a limited number of Breakasaurus sculptures available, as Peter continues: “The main objective from all the trails and this Learning & Community Programme is to raise vital funds for Break, so that we can continue giving children and young people living in care, on the edge of care or leaving care across the region, the time and support they need to achieve their full potential. I am grateful to Dipple & Conway for sponsoring the Learning & Community Programme and excited to be working with them to bring this wonderful educational programme to life. It is thanks to all our sponsors and partners who support the charity, that we can deliver such a fantastic programme of events.
The GoGoDiscover Learning & Community Programme is delivered by East Anglian based children’s charity Break, in partnership with Wild in Art. The main sponsor for the programme is Dipple & Conway Opticians, with support from Roarr! and Norfolk Museum Services.
Matthew Conway is a director of Dipple & Conway Opticians. “We loved being part of GoGoHares back in 2018 and being able to help Break to support local children and families,” says Matthew. “We knew we wanted to get involved with GoGoDIscover and the Learning & Community Programme sits perfectly within our values and ethos as an independent, family-owned business. We’re committed to providing the best possible clinical care, and eye-health education, to our clients and to playing an active role in the communities where we’re based. We are looking forward to working with Break, local schools and community groups over the next 18 months to help people discover their county and explore their creativity.”
Schools and community groups interested in getting involved in the Learning & Community Programme should visit break-charity.org/gogodiscover-2022
The first GoGoDiscover T.rex trail this summer takes place from Monday 12th July until Saturday 11th September 2021 and then the trail goes larger with even more T.rex and a new Steppe Mammoth sculpture to discover across Norfolk. Dates for the 2022 trail will be announced soon.
For more information about Break visit break-charity.org
Text TREX to 70085 to donate £3. Texts cost £3, plus one standard rate message. #GoGoDiscover
Ashtons Legal has recently donated over £5,000 to seven charities and causes across the Eastern region as part of the firm’s Wills Year campaign.
The Ashtons’ Wills Year campaign has run for a number of years and involves the firm making a donation to charity for each new Will completed and billed in an entire year.
The seven charities supported by the 2020-21 year are Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust in Cambridge, Arthur Rank Hospice, also in Cambridge, Gatehouse who are based in Bury St Edmunds, Norfolk Family Carers, Priscilla Bacon Hospice in Norwich, St Elizabeth Hospice in Ipswich and St Nicholas Hospice in Bury St Edmunds. Each charity received £725.
Head of Individual Client Services at Ashtons Legal, Alan Brown said: “Due to the pandemic and the huge loss in only what can be described as a time of crisis for most charitable organisations in the UK, it is more important than ever to offer our support to the charities and causes close to us, and our clients. We are therefore delighted to be able to share funds with these hugely worthwhile causes who are vital in our local communities.”
When it comes to commercial interior design, it’s easy to get hung up on the visual impact of your space – but beware. The excitement of choosing fixtures, fittings and furniture may mean you overlook other important factors, such as workplace acoustics.
That’s why, at Layrd Design, we explore workplace acoustics at the start of your project. Plus, it ensures that all aspects of your workspace are fit for purpose. For instance, healthcare providers may need soundproof rooms to protect sensitive patient information, while hospitality and retail spaces often benefit from a little ambient noise.
As if the reasons above weren’t important enough, we should also mention that it can be difficult and expensive to retrofit acoustic measures once you’re up and running. Ignore them at your peril!
ABC of Workplace Acoustics
Interior designers and architects use three key techniques to manage sound:
<li d love to help you to find a solution. Simply give us a call on 01223 952992 or email [email protected].
We are delighted to be runners up for Tastiest Breakfast at the 2019 Eviivo Awards!
We were announced as runners up at the glittering black tie awards event at London’s Grand Connaught Rooms on Tuesday 15th October. The results were decided following a live cook-off, where our Head Chef Kieran Barrett cooked our famous full English breakfast for judges including celebrity chef Rosemary Shrager. The judges commented on the quality of our ingredients and how well everything was cooked. https://awards.eviivo.com/awards/tastiest-breakfast/