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Will new funding help EVs charge ahead?

One of the biggest barriers to mass take-up of electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK has been the lack of charging infrastructure, writes Andy Weltch. It’s still much easier to top your car up with petrol or diesel than to … Continue reading

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Why universities need to communicate well

It is increasingly important for universities to have strong communications and public relations (PR) strategies in place, writes Rachelle Cohen. In this digital age, universities need to ensure they are up-to-date with the latest technology and effective strategies to make … Continue reading

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Seeking the USA’s best looking short track car

There’s a wonderful account we follow on Twitter called Short Track Pictures, writes Andy Weltch. As the name suggests, it shares photos of short track racing cars. We recently asked the account holder what do they consider the best looking … Continue reading

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Study shows e-scooters five times safer than bikes

A new study has found that e-scooters are a lot safer than many may think – five times safer than bikes, writes Andy Weltch. A report into the safety of e-scooters by The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents … Continue reading

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Warwick joins green carpool network

In common with universities around the world, the UK’s higher education sector is showing its commitment to cutting carbon emissions, writes Andy Weltch. Among the latest initiatives to reach our notice is the University Of Warwick adding Liftango’s climate-positive carpooling services to … Continue reading

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On top of the world at Ipswich

Our senior consultant Andy Weltch reflects on a childhood ambition fulfilled – a visit to the world hot rod championship. For many British kids of my generation, growing up in the ’70s meant the great TV sporting occasions were the … Continue reading

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Graduating during lockdown

Sophie Platt has combined studying for a degree in Media and Communications with working with us a communications assistant. Here she reflects on the challenges of completing her studies in lockdown. Third year of university is famous for being one … Continue reading

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The Hundred – the other side of the coin

Guest post by Annie Chave, who questions the England and Wales Cricket Board’s (ECB) reasons for introducing The Hundred, a new extra-short form of cricket at the height of the 2020 season, and explains the ‘Oppose The 100’ campaign. I … Continue reading

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Still not tired of London and its ‘wonderful immensity’

“… when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford.”  Our senior consultant Andrew Weltch argues it’s probably as true today as it was when Samuel Johnson … Continue reading

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Woods or Nicklaus? Messi or Ronaldo? There’s no need to pick a side

Sport’s obsession with choosing a clear and definable greatest performer compromises the sheer brilliance of individuals, argues Reece Chambers in this guest post.  Tiger Woods’ victory at the 83rd Masters’ Tournament in Augusta last week illustrated one of sport’s greatest … Continue reading

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