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Working Women | Yorkshire Water Ranked As One Of The Best Employers For Women
As a Yorkshire woman, I love anything that shows off Yorkshire companies and women, and so when I read that Yorkshire Water has been ranked as one of the top 50 best employers of women in the UK, it made me smile. Coming from The Times, which has recognised Yorkshire Water in its annual Top 50 Employers of Women list, this accolade is a great feat for such a big company to get. I love how Yorkshire Water are breaking down pre-conceptions that the utilities and engineering sectors are a man’s world. And now, the number of women working for the company is 33% of the total workforce, which is…
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Which Interior Design Trend Suits You?
When it comes to my home, it’s full of a mix of designs. I like to make each room their own and try different styles in each. I make sure each room is functional and practical for what it is used for, but then I like to go a bit mad with the colours – I’m really not a monochrome type of girl! So, when choosing your style, there are different options; Modern Modern interior design has cool lines and a streamlined, uncluttered feel to it and is often mistaken as being minimalist. It doesn’t have to be plain and lifeless but if you prefer open living with very few…
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Dietary Do’s and Don’ts
Incontinence is a very real issue for many people in the UK. Although exact figures are not known, estimates are that up to 6 million could suffer from some form of urinary incontinence. With New Year the traditional time of year to take a long, hard look at our lifestyles, and make healthier choices, making positive changes can have an impact on urinary incontinence. We all know the importance of making good choices when it comes to keeping our weight inside healthy ratios, and making the right food and drink choices for us. If you are overweight, shedding 10% of your body weight will make a huge difference to your…
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Building Design – How Does It Increase Property Value?
For any homeowner serious about adding value to property they own, there is a cacophony of information as well as endless listicles of the do’s and don’ts of what you should and shouldn’t do. This can leave us in a predicament as it often leaves us wondering what is the best way of adding value. When it comes to building design, there is even more information and ideas, as well as suggestions and advice. As always, the answer depends very much on your property, what style it is, what era it is, the locations and what the current trends are. These are more ideas, springboards for discussion about how you…
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My Tips For Getting Your Garden Ready For Summer
As the weather is starting to warm up, it seems to be the time that we all start thinking about how we can get our gardens ready for summer. I know that all we want to actually do is to soak up the sun as soon as it arrives, just in case it disappears again, but it is nice to get your garden in shape before the summer months arrive, so you don’t have to fight with weeds rather than enjoy the sun when it does finally arrive. I try to make sure our garden looks gorgeous as during these months it really does become an extension of our indoor living…
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Outerspace Vodka Touches Down In The UK! And Here’s How You Can Win A Bottle
This month, the award winning Outerspace Vodka has launched in the UK selling exclusively through 31Dover, launching on Wednesday 12th April, marking the anniversary of the first human space flight when Yuri Gagarin blasted out of the earth’s atmosphere. Outerspace Vodka has a truly unique and edgy alien designed bottle and packaging which has made it one of the fastest growing liquor brands globally. Launched in the US just 18 months ago, the distinctive green alien head is attracting something of a cult following among consumers and on social media. Made from premium American corn vodka, filtered five times for clarity and smoothness, the liquid is then filtered…
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Travelodge Scarborough St. Nicholas Hotel Review
Last weekend saw us travel to Scarborough for a short break. It’s not often that we get some time where we are all free, with work and school to fit everything around, and so, we savour every spare minute that we get to spend together. After a bit of frustration, and thinking we were going to have to cancel our break to the seaside, Travelodge came to our rescue with a room for the night so that we could take our, very much needed, night away. And luckily for us, Travelodge have a hotel right at the centre of Scarborough, 2 minutes from the station, and with a hilly walk…
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10 Ways Natural Playgrounds Help Benefit Children’s Development
Playgrounds aren’t just about fun, they are a key part of children’s development. From confronting danger with climbing structures to social skills garnered by interaction in a play environment, playing outside also helps children grow. Built using wood, stone, sand and water, natural playgrounds and adventure playgrounds are a growing trend thanks to their sustainability and their suitability in a wide variety of landscapes. Put simply, they blend more seamlessly into different environments – from National Trust parks to schoolyards. And the natural elements of play also benefit children’s development. Here’s how: 10. Versatility Playground design that uses fixed, unnatural equipment limits development. There is a finite number of ways for…
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3 Problems That Can Stand In The Way Of Your Relationship
You might want the perfect relationship with your other half, but a whole range of issues can get in the way of a happy and lasting partnership. If you’re struggling to keep your relationship strong, the following three problems may be at least partly to blame. 1. A lack of honesty Honesty is the bedrock of good relationships. Without it, trust can quickly disappear and you might find that you and your partner start to drift apart. Of course, some issues are more difficult than others to be open and honest about. Whether it’s money troubles, jealousy or problems in the bedroom, you might find a range of topics tricky…
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#DiscoverYorkshire | From Countryside to Seaside and Snap to Win
Being a Yorkshire person, I can’t tell you just how much loyalty I have towards my County. Not just because it’s where I was born, brought up, and brought all my children into the world here, but because it is such an amazing place to be. I love how you can go from countryside, in the deeps of the Yorkshire Dales, or even the North York Moors, and yet, at the other side of the County, there is the most amazing seaside towns which offer that British holiday vibes that we all know and love. With some of the best shopping places available in the cities from Leeds, to the…