Factory downtime now sits at the centre of operational risk for UK manufacturers. In 2026, unplanned stoppages cut directly into margins, delivery reliability, and client confidence. Facilities across the South East feel this pressure most, where fixed costs stay high, and production windows leave little slack. Many stoppages trace back to maintenance decisions made under […]
It always starts the same way. A resignation drops. A seat opens up. And suddenly, the people who usually pretend they’re calm and sensible start acting like someone’s just pulled the fire alarm. That’s basically where Labour is right now, with Andy Burnham. Because yes, he’s “just” the Mayor of Greater Manchester. But he’s also […]
As a practical answer to rising costs, complicated supplier networks, and more strict oversight, AI is quickly being used in procurement. This is not a risky experiment. There is a lot of promise, but many groups don’t know where to start or how to make it safe. The good news is that acceptance doesn’t need […]
My mum rang me last week, properly upset. “Have you seen about Billy leaving?” I hadn’t. Been avoiding Corrie spoilers because I’m two weeks behind on ITVX. But there it was all over social media. Coronation Street’s Daniel Brocklebank exit confirmed. Eleven years on the cobbles and Billy Mayhew’s time is up. Daniel posted on […]
Drew Pritchard new wife – every Salvage Hunters fan’s been Googling this. The antiques dealer who’s spent years finding treasures across Britain has been properly mysterious about his personal life since his divorce. Here’s what we actually know in November 2025. Drew’s 54 now (born June 1970) and still doing what he loves – hunting […]
Curious about Gary Anderson’s age? You’re not alone. The question, “How old is Gary Anderson?” comes up quite often online, mostly from people who’ve seen him playing at the highest level and had to do a double-take—wait, just one minute, does he still play or what? Well, he is. The man’s 54 now, born in […]
Three years ago, my uncle Terry passed away. He left behind a house, some savings and what he believed to be a clever plan to dodge inheritance tax. He’d put the house into a trust for my cousins, lived in it another six years and then died thinking he’d done right by his kids. Spoiler […]
Achieving holistic wellness in the fast-paced modern world necessitates a deliberate integration of contemporary practices and primordial wisdom. Ayurveda, the millennia-old Indian system of medicine, provides a comprehensive framework for the harmonious integration of the mind, body, and spirit. We can cultivate resilience, enhance vitality, and experience profound inner harmony by incorporating Ayurvedic wellness rituals […]
Blimey! Have you seen Peter Kay recently? The Phoenix Nights legend has set tongues wagging with his incredible transformation spotted by fans during his return tour. I remember watching him years ago on Car Share, and I’ll be honest, the difference is absolutely crackers in the best possible way. The Shocking Transformation That Got Everyone […]
Crikey, where do I even start with this one? Imagine this: you’re sitting having a peaceful cup of tea, not bothering a soul, and the next thing you know the whole internet believes you’re a convicted stalker. That is essentially what happened to Fiona Harvey in the wake of Netflix’s Baby Reindeer, when it became […]
Right, this one’s got me proper wound up. I popped into M&S last week for bits and bobs. Nothing special; just the same overpriced sandwiches and a bag of Percy Pigs to keep the kids quiet. I got to the car, looked at my receipt, and almost choked on my coffee. They had charged me […]
My mate Violet rang me last week in a bit of a panic. “I’ve just heard my Universal Credit might come early in August,” she said. “What’s all that about then?” Honestly, I wasn’t sure myself at first. But after doing some digging around, it turns out the DWP has some pretty important changes coming […]
