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Health Tech Solutions Group ( HTS Group ), a pioneering healthcare provider, announces its official launch in the UK. The company offers complementary healthcare solutions, including mobile health services, telemedicine, and personalised patient care outside traditional hospital settings. With three existing locations in Essex, Lancashire and London, HTS Group are raising £3 million investment to activate a further seven locations in the UK and Ireland by the end of 2025 with the capacity to service 100,000 patients per year. Across three core services and committed to a 2-hour turnaround time, HTS Group will provide door-to-door transportation, convenient, cost-effective and secure mobility transportation services for the disabled, elderly, vulnerable people, and non-emergency patients; at-home healthcare services, a GP service in the home that includes pathology and accessible remote patient monitoring that includes smartwatch and AI/ML-enabled platforms, to increase patient engagement and care coordination and improve patient outcomes, personalise care, and reduce healthcare costs. With a mission to bring primary and planned healthcare services directly to individuals' doorsteps, HTS Group aims to bridge critical gaps in the healthcare industry, offering unique solutions tailored to the needs of the UK market. This unique healthcare model provides technology and services with end-to-end primary healthcare, mobility and remote patient monitoring services without owning a hospital, clinic, or heavy assets. This approach not only meets the needs of the UK market but aligns with the NHS’s NET ZERO mission of sustainable and zero-carbon healthcare services. Established in 2010 in India by CEO Samit Biswas, an industry veteran with over twenty-eight years of healthcare expertise, HTS Group identifies and addresses critical challenges within healthcare logistics, medical transport, diagnostics, and healthcare management. Founder and Chairperson Samit Biswas recognised the need for streamlined and efficient medical transport while observing the critical gaps in patient care during his extensive tenure working with major hospitals in India & since 2012 in the UK. HTS Group's commitment to providing 24/7 accessibility to healthcare services is underscored by its successful track record in Kolkata, where it has established a highly acclaimed ambulance service and training program. Additionally, the company has emerged as a leader in offering air and road ambulance services within North-East India, addressing a previously unmet need in the region. Founder Samit Biswas stated: "We aim to redefine healthcare accessibility by leveraging strategic partnerships and cutting-edge technology. We are dedicated to ensuring that individuals across the UK have timely access to high-quality healthcare services, regardless of location or circumstances." “These door-to-door transportation services redefine mobility solutions, providing a convenient, cost-effective, and secure means for people who need transport due to a disability or assisting older and vulnerable people who don’t drive and non-emergency patients. It’s more than just transportation; it's about ensuring everyone has equal access to quality healthcare and promptly.” Services offered to patients include telephone consultation, doorstep telemedicine GP consultation, and Blood test services at the doorstep, starting from £99 or a video consultation starting at £49. A monthly subscription-based (£19.99 per month) wellness and care model will allow patients to access the full range of healthcare management services—from free medical devices to half-yearly medical check-ups, discounts on diagnostic tests and healthcare insurance, and remote monitoring.

Williams Racing and Coachbuilt Whisky, a premium blended whisky co-founded by 2009 F1 World Champion and Williams Racing Brand Ambassador Jenson Button, announce a dynamic licensing partnership. This collaboration brings together two innovators in their respective domains, merging the expertise of Williams Racing in motorsport engineering with the passion for precision and craftsmanship embodied by Coachbuilt. The alliance will see a number of limited-edition whiskies produced that pay homage to Williams Racing’s rich heritage and reflect the team’s current journey to return to the front of the grid. It will also celebrate the long and prosperous relationship between Williams and Jenson which began in 2000 when the team provided him with his breakthrough opportunity in Formula 1. Beyond the special editions, the licensing partnership will see the core Coachbuilt edition poured at Williams events and in the paddock, in addition to merchandise lines and other activations. Paul Asencio, Chief Revenue Officer of Williams Racing: “We look forward to working alongside Coachbuilt Whisky to create a range of products and experiences that honour the legacy of Williams Racing." "Coachbuilt have really hit the ground running in the whisky sector in the short space of time since their launch and it’s an exciting moment to be able to further our relationship with our Brand Ambassador Jenson Button.” Jenson Button, Co-Founder of Coachbuilt Whisky and Williams Racing Brand Ambassador: “We launched Coachbuilt in 2021 and, as with any business, you launch with plans and grand aspirations which you strive to achieve. To be partnering with Williams Racing as we celebrate only our third birthday is quite extraordinary and I couldn't be prouder." "To work with a team so rich in heritage and one that has so many milestone moments means so much and we're excited to embark on a partnership which will see us create liquids to honour some of the most special moments in Williams Racing's history.” About Williams Racing For almost 50 years, Williams Racing has been at the forefront of one of the fastest sports on the planet, being one of the top three most successful teams in history competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. With an almost unrivalled heritage of engineering and racing F1 cars and unforgettable eras that demonstrate it is a force to be reckoned with, the British squad boasts 16 F1 World Championship titles to its name. Since its foundation in 1977 by the eminent, late Sir Frank Williams and engineering pioneer Sir Patrick Head, the team has won nine Constructors’ Championships, in association with Cosworth, Honda and Renault. Its roll call of drivers is legendary, with its seven Drivers’ Championship trophies being lifted by true icons of the sport: Alan Jones, Keke Rosberg, Nelson Piquet, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill and Jacques Villeneuve. The team has made history before and is out to make it again with a long-term mission to evolve and return to the front of the grid. About Coachbuilt Whisky Inspired by the historic art of automotive coachbuilding - where a custom-made body is seamlessly merged with a specific chassis - Coachbuilt creates a bespoke and distinctive blended Scotch whisky, where each element complements the other. Our mission is to celebrate and elevate the art of blended Scotch whisky with an emphasis on precision, craftsmanship, and attention to detail. Using liquid from all five regions of Scotch Whisky, Coachbuilt embodies flavours from every corner of Scotland. Each and every component is of the utmost importance, and piecing them together takes extreme skill and craftsmanship.

Sheffield Hallam University is part of a consortium of institutions to receive almost £50 million government funding to advance the UK’s capability in mass spectrometry. The funding, announced by Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, Michelle Donelan, is part of a wider £388 million that will support five new infrastructure projects. The multimillion pound investment from UK Research and Innovation’s (UKRI) Infrastructure Fund will cover a wide range of needs including digitising the UK’s natural science collections, the world’s most powerful high energy electron microscope, supporting international collaborations and advancing capability in mass spectrometry. Sheffield Hallam University is part of the Critical Mass UK (C-MASS) project which will receive £49.35 million from the UKRI Infrastructure Fund. C-MASS will be a national hub-and-spoke infrastructure that will integrate and advance the UK’s capability in mass spectrometry, a technique that detects and visualises molecules. Mass spectrometry is used across a wide range of scientific research and C-MASS will enable large-scale screening, as well as accelerated data access and sharing. It will bring together cutting-edge instrumentation at a range of laboratories connected by a coordinating central hub that will manage a central metadata catalogue. Together this will provide unparalleled access to data and will be a critical health resource for the UK. Professor Simona Francese, Head of Centre for Mass Spectrometry Imaging at Sheffield Hallam University, said: "This is a significant and unprecedented step to join forces across the UK and harmonise endeavours to support life and game-changing innovation, moving from the lab to the real world. We look forward to working with other universities and stakeholders to improved diagnostic and prognostic tools, to advance personalised medicine as well as solving critical gaps in forensic science." In the last two years, Sheffield Hallam University with additional European funding, has invested in refurbishing its now state-of-art Centre for Mass Spectrometry Imaging (CMSI) laboratory, part of the Sheffield Multimodal Imaging Centre (SMIC). The Centre for Mass Spectrometry Imaging will utilise their internationally recognised expertise to accelerate progress in the health sector, environmental science as well as in security and policing. Professor Rory Duncan, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation at Sheffield Hallam University, said: “We recognise the importance of mass spectrometry to the physical, biological, clinical, pharmaceutical, forensic and environmental sciences and have invested heavily in our world-class facilities." “We are pleased to be part the Critical MASS project to consolidate and advance the UK’s capability to deliver and maximise the use of mass spectrometry and provide solutions to global research challenges.”

Senior employees have been told how to help their teams without becoming a micromanager. Business experts at TelephoneSystems.Cloud have named five tips for all managers to help keep a healthy working environment. Reports show 79% of workers have experienced micromanagement - which makes employees feel pressured, unmotivated and uninspired at work, feelings that may also spiral into their personal life. Being clear with expectations will avoid the need to constantly ask questions on progress - and scheduling review meetings stops negativity and unhealthy work pressures. Managers should also use their experience and knowledge to train employees in a learning environment, rather than monitoring others. Share out tasks with other line managers to allow space for discussion and shared responsibility. Juliet Moran, director of TelephoneSystems.Cloud said: “It can be easy to feel as though you’re falling into the trap of becoming a micromanager once you have more responsibility." “But this creates an unhealthy working environment as colleagues will feel untrusted, pressured and demotivated by constantly being monitored and asked unnecessary questions. Managers should ensure they’re not nit-picking and criticising work with excessive supervision and instead become a valuable asset for teams by creating a learning environment with training sessions" “Setting expectations and deadlines whilst ensuring colleagues have sufficient capacity and don’t feel pressured will also help create a healthy working relationship." “Another tip is to schedule regular review meetings with all team members to raise any concerns or progression updates and delegate tasks across the team so not everything is coming from yourself.” Here’s how to help your team without being a micromanager: 1. Training and mentoring sessions Become a valuable asset within your team by using your experience to train colleagues. Rather than monitoring employees to check they’re carrying out tasks to a high standard, create a learning environment to use your knowledge to help others. 2. Be clear with expectations Set clear goals for your employees to work towards to avoid anyone feeling constantly monitored or asked questions. Communicate company wide and individual expectations and create an open and honest environment for employees to raise concerns. It’s important to remember to manage expectations and not tasks. 3. Stay involved from afar Schedule specific times and meetings where you can catch up with team members for updates on progress. It’s the results that matter - and how employees achieve them should only be a secondary concern. Having specific review meetings will avoid creating an untrustworthy environment. 4. Set specific dates for tasks Rather than constantly asking employees for progress or being vague around deadlines, set specific dates for competition in place. Alongside specific review meetings, teams will be more likely to be committed to the task at hand. It’s equally important to check employees have the capacity and are comfortable with the set deadlines. 5. Delegate tasks Avoid becoming a micro-manager in an unhealthy work environment by sharing out tasks accordingly with other line managers and employees working at all levels. Don’t let all of the tasks come from yourself and allow the space for discussion on progress and ideas.

Two University of Dundee academics are among the newest Fellows elected to the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE). The RSE, Scotland’s National Academy, elects Fellows in recognition of their impact in improving the world around them. Nominated for their individual excellence in their respective fields of microbiology and literature, Professor Sarah Coulthurst and Professor Kirsty Gunn are among a cohort of 57 new Fellows of the RSE. Sarah Coulthurst is a Professor of Microbial Interactions and a Wellcome Senior Research Fellow within the School of Life Sciences. Her longstanding research area has involved studying how bacteria interact with each other, and how these interactions are important for bacteria to cause disease. Her contributions have been recognised by the Microbiology Society Fleming Prize and the Royal Society of Edinburgh Patrick Neill Medal. Professor Coulthurst said: “I am delighted and honoured to be elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh. The RSE has played an important role in my career since I moved to Scotland, particularly by awarding me a Personal Research Fellowship which allowed me to establish my own research group in 2009. “I was also one of the first members of the RSE Young Academy of Scotland. To then be elected as a Fellow of this historic and prestigious society some years later is a great feeling and reflects the contribution their support has made." “It is also very important that I thank all the people who have joined and helped me on my journey from establishing my group to the current day. None of our successes would have happened without all the wonderful people in my group, past and present, and all of the inspiring and supportive collaborators and mentors I have had the privilege to work with.” Kirsty Gunn is a Professor of Creative Writing within the School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law. She is the author of six novels - Rain, The Keepsake, Featherstone, The Boy and the Sea, The Big Music and Caroline's Bikini - extended essays and short stories about identity, as well as two collections of short stories, a collection of essays, fragments and stories. Professor Gunn is the recipient of a number of awards and prizes, including the Scottish Arts Council Bursary for Literature, the New York Times Notable Book award, Sundial Scottish Arts Council Book of the Year, Guardian Book of the Year, and New Zealand Book of the Year. Her last collection of short stories, Infidelities, published in November 2014, was awarded the Edge Hill Short Story Prize 2015 and was also shortlisted for the Frank O'Connor International Short Story Award. Her work has been made into films, theatre and dance productions, and has been widely broadcast. President of the RSE, Professor Sir John Ball PRSE, said, “It is an immense honour to extend a warm welcome to each of our distinguished new Fellows." “Individually, they embody exceptional dedication and accomplishment spanning multiple sectors and disciplines. Collectively, they demonstrate a profound commitment and determination to make meaningful contributions through their endeavours." “From groundbreaking research that redefines our understanding to the creative pursuits that inspire and enrich our cultural landscape, the RSE proudly embraces the brightest minds, leveraging their unique expertise and perspectives for the betterment of society." “As Scotland’s National Academy, we remain committed to mobilising a diverse array of expertise to confront society's most pressing challenges, and I am certain that our new Fellows will prove invaluable assets to the RSE.”

Newcastle Under Lyme Shotokan Karate Club, a beacon of martial arts excellence in the heart of Staffordshire, proudly marks its 50th anniversary. Established in 1973, opening in 1974, the club has been dedicated to providing a holistic approach to karate training for individuals of all ages, genders, and skill levels. With a rich history and a commitment to the art of Shotokan Karate, the club has consistently delivered high-quality instruction, focusing on both physical and mental development. The experienced and passionate instructors, all of whom are DBS (formerly CRB) checked, ensure a safe and nurturing environment for students to learn and grow. Newcastle Under Lyme Shotokan Karate Club welcomes beginners and experienced practitioners alike, fostering a sense of community and camaraderie among its members. The club's inclusive approach has attracted a diverse group of students, ranging from young children to older adults, all united by their love for martial arts. The club meets twice weekly at the Holy Trinity Community Centre in Newcastle-under-Lyme, with sessions held on Sundays from 6pm to 7:30pm and Tuesdays from 6:45pm to 8:15pm. As a member of the Karate Union of Great Britain, the club is fully insured, providing peace of mind for all participants. Leading the club are three dedicated officials: - Peter Marchant, Senior Instructor and Club Treasurer (07795984088) - Steve Hulson, Chief Instructor and Chairperson (07831254008) - Paul Shufflebotham, Senior Instructor and Club Secretary (07843083941)   Peter Marchant, Senior Instructor and Club Treasurer said: "We are thrilled to celebrate this significant milestone in our club's history. Over the past 50 years, we have witnessed the transformative power of Shotokan Karate in the lives of our students. We remain committed to providing a supportive and enriching environment where individuals can develop their skills, build confidence, and cultivate a lifelong passion for martial arts."

In response to customer demand, frozen food distributor Central Foods has re-introduced a gluten-free chicken Kiev to its range for food service operators. Central Foods MD Gordon Lauder says: “Chicken is the most popular meat served in the UK, and with the continued growth in demand for gluten-free options we just had to bring back our popular Golden Valley Foods gluten-free chicken Kiev." “Not only are the Kievs great for serving to coeliac customers and those who avoid gluten, they can also be served to anyone who just enjoys a tasty chicken Kiev. Made from succulent, whole breast meat with a creamy garlic and parsley filling, our gluten-free Chicken Kiev is a classic dish loved by many and taps into the retro/nostalgia trend currently influencing menus. Packed in small case sizes of just ten Kievs, providing lower up-front costs and less storage space, we know our customers will welcome the return of the Golden Valley Foods gluten-free chicken Kiev to our range.” Other products available from Central Foods in the Golden Valley Foods free-from range include gluten-free breaded chicken chunks, gluten-free breaded chicken goujons and southern fried gluten-free chicken goujons. Central Foods is a leading UK food service distributor, founded more than 25 years ago. The company is a catering partner across the whole food service sector, supplying to hotels, restaurants, bars, universities, schools, pubs, care homes, garden centres, leisure outlets and more. It currently sells to over 180 independent wholesalers, as well as larger national and regional wholesalers. For more information about Central Foods visit here .

In a heartfelt commitment to enhancing the lives of children with autism, the Allied Vehicles Charitable Trust is proud to announce a funding award of £2,000 to the ASN Club for Children. This significant contribution will enable the club to purchase a range of engaging and sensory-friendly resources, including a much-desired bouncy castle, sensory toys, and mobility toys like bikes and scooters, to create a welcoming and fun environment for children for whom making social connections can often be difficult. The ASN Club for Children was founded by Leah Deans, whose seven year old daughter is autistic, when she became disheartened by the lack of play and socialisation opportunities for children with autism and other neurodivergences. Leah’s club operates with the aim of providing a safe and joyful space for children with autism to play, socialize, and form new friendships. Leah said: "I put this group together voluntarily as my little girl who is seven years old is autistic and the sad reality is there is not much in the community for our kids to go to." Held every Tuesday evening, the club has become a vital part of the community for families seeking inclusive activities for their children. "This funding from Allied Vehicles Charitable Trust is a game-changer for our club. It will allow us to enhance our activities with fantastic resources that our children will love and benefit from immensely," Leah expressed. The ASN Club for Children's commitment to supporting children with autism aligns with Allied Vehicles Charitable Trust's mission to empower community initiatives and support the well-being of people of all ages across Glasgow. David Facenna, Corporate Culture Director at Allied Vehicles Group, commented on the funding, saying "We are inspired by Leah's dedication to creating this valuable resource for children with autism in our community. We’re happy that we can support the ASN Club for Children and help them to provide a fun, safe, and inclusive environment where children can thrive."

A survey of 500 SMEs by invoice finance company Novuna Business Cash Flow , highlights the critical need for more accessible and flexible financing options for small and medium-sized enterprises if they are to survive. 34% OF SMEs COULD CEASE TRADING IF UNABLE TO SECURE FUNDING The survey revealed a concerning statistic: 34% of SMEs are at risk of closing their doors permanently if they are unable to secure necessary funding. This alarming figure contrasts sharply with the surprising revelation that 50% of SMEs have not sought any form of financial assistance since November 2023, despite the precarious position many find themselves in. 28% OF SMEs HAVE BEEN REJECTED FOR ESSENTIAL FUNDING The reluctance to seek financing during these difficult times can be attributed to a variety of factors. A significant portion of respondents (43%) believe that the current economic conditions have exacerbated the difficulty of accessing funding. Additionally, a concerning 28% of the businesses surveyed reported being turned down for funding since November 2023, further discouraging attempts to secure much needed financial support. 29% HAVE HAD TO APPLY FOR FUNDING FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER Highlighting the urgency of the situation, nearly a third (29%) of SMEs surveyed have found themselves applying for business funding for the first time ever since November 2023. This statistic not only reflects the growing financial strain on businesses but also the changing landscape of SME financing. These findings highlight the urgent necessity for enhanced and adaptable financing solutions for SMEs to ensure their survival. By providing a broader range of financial assistance and support, we can safeguard the future of these essential pillars of our economy. John Atkinson, Head of Commercial and Strategy at Novuna Business Cash Flow commented, “In light of our recent survey findings, it's clear that SMEs are facing unprecedented financial challenges, with 34% on the brink of closure due to funding shortages. Surprisingly, half of these businesses haven't even applied for financial help since November 2023, a decision influenced by tougher access to funds and previous rejections. As we navigate these turbulent times, our focus must be on creating a more supportive financial environment that acknowledges the evolving needs of small and medium-sized enterprises."

It is a sure fire sign that summer is on the way - the first Hampshire-grown strawberries of 2024 have been harvested and have hit the shelves at a Meon Valley farm shop. The arrival of the super-sweet, famous Westlands strawberries brings memories of long, lazy summer days, Wimbledon tennis and picnics on the beach. It’s a strawberry harvest to bring a smile to everyone’s lips. There is now no need for shoppers to rely on high food-mile strawberries shipped in lorries from Spain and Morocco when they can get Hampshire grown and harvested, sweet strawberries at Westlands Farm Shop near Wickham once more. And with a strawberry and raspberry growing and picking season running right through to late October early November there will be plenty of fruit to go round right throughout this summer and beyond. Shop manager Harry King said Westlands’ soft fruit is always a top pick for the shop’s customers. “Our strawberries are by far one of our most popular products - they’re very quick to fly off the shelves." “You can even see the glasshouses where these strawberries are grown from the window of the farm shop - keeping our food miles to a minimum and the shelves well-stocked for months.” During summer of 2022, Westlands farm harvested a record-breaking 200 tonnes of strawberries and raspberries - keeping shelves stocked all the way through to mid-November.   Westlands’ Graham Collett said he is expecting another successful soft fruit season in 2024. Graham said: “We harvest an enormous amount of soft fruit throughout the year. Even if the weather is hot and dry, our own water reservoir means we can irrigate the plants using collected rainwater." “We’re a family-owned business committed to ethical and sustainable farming. Stocking our shelves with produce we’ve grown and picked ourselves means a lot to us - it’s so important we encourage our shoppers to support local agriculture.” Westlands Farm Shop is based in the Meon Valley and offers a range of locally sourced groceries and gifts as well as its own butchery.

Dunsters Farm is proud to announce a three-year sponsorship deal with Bury FC, the beloved fan-owned team, situated in the same area as our humble beginnings. The partnership, extending until the 2025/26 season, will entail our sponsorship of the esteemed ‘Starkies Bar’, located within the historic Gigg Lane ground. Bury FC began its incredible comeback, after the club was saved by its own fans, after falling into administration in 2019. Dunsters Farm are committed to making a positive impact in the community, and this collaboration underscores our commitment to serving the area we proudly call home. Bury FC aligns seamlessly with our core values – with a community-centric ethos that resonates deeply with us here at Dunsters. Not only is it an organisation ‘for the community, by the community’, but the football club also works as a local hub, supporting people with its foodbank, community spaces for vulnerable adult training, as well as the Kidzone area for families who need it. Tom Mathew, our Commercial Director said of the exciting new partnership: “We’re delighted to support Bury FC, not only were we inspired by the recent developments at the club, but we also identified with their journey. Just like us, Bury FC boasts a rich local heritage and serves as a force for good within the community, a principle that has driven our business since its inception.” Tom and Hannah, Directors and third generation members of the family business, also have a personal connection to the club. Attending matches as youngsters with their grandfather, and Dunsters Farm founder, Les Ratcliffe – a keen Bury fan, who was also awarded an MBE for his charitable work locally. “My first memories of attending Gigg lane are with my Grandad, and his legacy looms large in how we do business. No matter how much Dunsters Farm has progressed, we are still focussed on being a force for good in our community – it’s in our DNA. Whether it be by feeding our local schools with quality produce, or supporting community groups like this one." "This partnership means we can support a like-minded organisation and continue to do good nearby – something our grandfather would be proud of.”

Scotland international Christine Belisle has committed her future to Loughborough Lightning for two more seasons. The tighthead prop is currently away on international duty and earned her 32nd cap in the second round of the Women’s Six Nations when Scotland were narrowly beaten by France. The Canada-born forward joined Lightning in 2021, making her debut against Worcester Warriors and has moved to 35 appearances for the African Violets. During that time, she has established herself as an Allianz Premiership Women’s Rugby front rower having arrived after making a positional switch from the second/back row into the number three shirt. “When I first came to Lightning I knew it was time for me to move somewhere I would face more international players, more consistently, because that’s how I knew I would get better in that position,” said Belisle, who has started all 12 of Lightning’s league games so far this season." “I feel like I have been developing really well, not just with set-piece stuff but also just as a player as a whole. Being able to play alongside my international friends every week is also pretty special.” “The team as a whole has grown closer, we have got a really good community and it was easy for me to stay. As a 30-year-old in Loughborough it could be tricky as it is a University town, but it is made a lot easier with the girls that were around all the time. We have a really good squad and it doesn’t grow tiring which is quite nice.” Belisle is one of five Lighting players who have represented Scotland during the Six Nations – alongside Rachel Malcolm, Emma Wassell, Helen Nelson and Chloe Rollie. “I have signed for another two years because a lot of the girls I enjoy playing with are staying, and that is massive for me,” added Belisle. “When we see where we finished last year to where we have been building this year, we have left a few performances out on pitches but you cannot deny how the squad has been improving. “You can feel in our training sessions, you can feel in our games that we are getting better and we are building towards something really special, and knowing we are retaining a lot of the players that are a part of that is massive." “Because that's everyone buying into knowing something is going to happen. But also, I just enjoy the community. I like the coaches and they have developed me as a player." “I am not ready to go anywhere else because it has been really special to see how much we’ve grown from last season to now, and then having the results following that is just undeniable. It has been an easy re-sign because we’re only going to continue getting better and I want to be a part of that.” Head Coach Nathan Smith was pleased to keep the international prop in his squad. He said: “First and foremost, we are really lucky to have CB in the environment, and that she has agreed to extend her stay at Loughborough Lightning. I think she exhibits the professional behaviours that we are chasing here for all our players and there's still a massive amount of growth within her game.”