The surging popularity of houseplants in the past few years shows no sign of slowing down. That’s why luxury bedroom retailer Feather & Black has been inspired to conduct a study via OnePoll to find out how people use houseplants in their interior design. A recent study revealed that on average people have 6.5 houseplants in their home, with the highest percentage of the population (32%) owning between 3 and 5. 21% of people own 1 to 2 houseplants, while 19% have a collection of 6 to 7 plants in their homes. A staggering 1 in 20 (5%) of the population claim to own over 20 houseplants. The survey data also revealed that more than half of the population (54%) add houseplants to their interior design to promote wellbeing and relaxation. Houseplant therapy is especially popular among Gen Z with 36% claiming to use houseplants for mindfulness. 47% of people simply feel the desire to incorporate nature into their home, while 38% of respondents said they incorporate houseplants into their decor for aesthetic purposes only. Air purification (29%) and mood boosting (25%) rounded out the top five main reasons for decorating with houseplants. The poll also indicated that one in ten (11%) men use plants to boost creativity. That explains why 7% of men keep their plants in their home office. In comparison, fewer women get plants in order to boost creativity with only 5% of women claiming to do so. Millennials and Gen Z are the age groups that are more likely to use houseplants to boost creativity. Similarly, in regards to productivity, 10% of men use plants to their advantage compared to 2% of women. When deciding how to decorate with houseplants, more than a quarter of people (27%) turn to friends and family for ideas. While the majority of respondents don’t feel the need to search for inspiration at all (35%), those that do turn to Instagram (16%), print magazines (12%), Pinterest (12%), online magazines (11%) and TikTok (8%) to seek out the exquisite ambience they wish to recreate. While Instagram remains the most popular platform for Gen Z (32%), a quarter of Gen Z plant keepers (25%) find their houseplants decor inspiration on TikTok. Unexpectedly, quite a big proportion of 25-34 year olds (19%) look for houseplant inspiration in print magazines, despite the general perception that younger generations rely heavily on social media. Other Key Findings: The orchid has been voted the UK’s favourite plant, followed by cactus, peace lily, spider plant and aloe vera. The majority of the population spend between £1-50 on their houseplants collection while 1% of Brits splash over £500 on their houseplants. Gen Z were the biggest spenders when it comes to houseplants. 1 in 10 (11%) people claimed they value their houseplants the same way they would a pet. Nearly 1 in 10 (13%) adults polled admitted they talk to their houseplants. Younger generations, particularly 25-34 year olds, are more likely to talk to their plants than older generations, with 1 in 5 (19%) claiming to do so. That’s nearly double the amount of those aged 55 and over who speak to theirs (10%). 7% of people name their houseplants. That trend is especially popular among 25-34 year olds, with nearly 1 in 5 (17%) claiming to give their plants a pet name. An impressive 21% of 24-34 year olds name their houseplants after their favourite authors. The names of book characters are first choice for 17% of 18-24 year olds and 22% of 25-34 year olds – most likely relating to the rising trend of physical books reading among Gen Z. Film characters and celebrities also prove to be a good source of names for 25-34 year olds, with 19% opting for Hollywood namesakes. The most popular place for displaying houseplants is the living room (50%). Other popular spots are the kitchen (23%), hallway (7%), bedroom (5%) and bathroom (4%) and home office (4%). 4% of people run Instagram accounts dedicated to their plants – men (8%) are more likely to do so than women (1%). 63% of people regularly forget to water their houseplants – something that is more likely to happen if you’re between the ages of 25 and 44, where 2 in 3 (75%) in this age group people frequently forget this task. 1 in 5 (18%) arrange care for their house plants while on holiday – men are more likely (20%) to do this than women (16%). Laura Burnett, Buyer at Feather & Black said: ‘’There are numerous studies suggesting that plants have multiple health benefits, and our study’s findings add weight to the importance of incorporating houseplants into interior design." "Seeing that such a significant proportion of the population uses houseplants to improve wellbeing and even boost their mood will hopefully encourage people to expand their greenery collection.’’

Davies, the leading specialist professional services and technology company, announced the appointment of Amber Wilkinson as Group Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”). Amber will join Davies later this year, reporting directly to Group CEO, Dan Saulter, as well as joining the firm’s group executive committee. Amber succeeds Davies’ senior executive, Tony Debiase, who will step down following a successful 12 years in the CFO seat. Amber joins Davies from global law firm, DLA Piper, where she has served as CFO since 2021. Prior to DLA Piper, Amber spent more than a decade at AXA in senior leadership roles, including CFO of AXA Health, CFO of Bluefin Insurance, and Head of Mergers and Acquisitions for AXA UK & Ireland. A Chartered Accountant, Amber trained at PwC in London spending time in the firm’s audit and corporate finance practices. Davies’ CFO appointment comes on the back of the firm announcing a £1.5 billion refinance of its senior debt facilities, reducing its annual interest bill and extending maturities to 2031 as well as securing a new credit line to support its M&A, technology and AI ambitions. Commenting on her new appointment, Amber said: “I am excited to be joining Davies as Group CFO at what is a pivotal time, as the business seeks to further internationalise, and invest in technology and client service. Davies has delivered impressive growth over the past decade, while also holding on to a great culture, supported by its employee ownership programmes. I look forward to working with Dan and the wider leadership team as we deliver for our clients and stakeholders.” Dan Saulter, Group CEO, Davies added: “I am thrilled that we have been able to attract someone of Amber’s calibre and ambition to Davies, and I am delighted to welcome her as our new Group CFO." "Amber’s experience in international business, professional services, insurance, and M&A is a great fit for Davies as we seek to execute an ambitious future strategy. I am also very grateful to Tony for his long and distinguished service at Davies. We all wish him the best for the future.” In the past 10 years Davies has grown its revenues 25-fold, and now boasts 8,500+ colleagues operating in 20+ countries, with large operational centres in the UK & U.S. The business delivers professional services and technology solutions across the insurance and financial services value chain, including excellence in claims, underwriting, distribution, regulation & risk, dispute resolution, customer experience, human capital, digital transformation & change management.

Independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame has signed a new multi-year pouring rights partnership deal with EFL League Two club Gillingham FC. The Faversham-based brewer, which has 300 pubs and hotels across Kent, London and the South East, has been chosen as the official provider of beer, cider, wines, spirits and soft drinks at Gillingham's Priestfield Stadium. The partnership will begin on Saturday (July 13) when ‘The Gills’ take on Millwall FC in a pre-season friendly, with the following Shepherd Neame brands available on draught for supporters to enjoy around the stadium: Spitfire Lager, Whitstable Bay Pale Ale, Whitstable Bay Black Stout, Bear Island East Coast Pale Ale, Hurlimann, Singha, Noughty Bear 0.5% IPA and Orchard View cider. Shepherd Neame Chief Executive Jonathan Neame said: “We take pride on being at the heart of our communities, so we are delighted to announce our new partnership with Gillingham Football Club. The Gills are a great Kent club with a rich heritage, and we look forward to working with them and celebrating their achievements during the coming years.” Gillingham FC's Owner and Chairman Brad Galinson said: “This is a special one for us. The oldest brewer in Britain partnering with The Gills, just up the road! We are a match made for each other. Cheers!”

A Warwick man who walked away from a career in the fitness industry to focus on his dream job as a photographer, is celebrating winning a national award. Darren Powell gave up his managerial role to become a freelancer after seven years, so he could spend more time at home with his young sons. Last month he picked up the Business Success Recognition Awards for Freelancer of the Year for his business Everybody Smile Photography during a glittering ceremony celebrating entrepreneurial success. The Awards, which are in their third year, were hosted by The Eastside Rooms in Birmingham on Saturday, honouring winners – as well as runners up – from across the country. Following a rigorous selection process, winners were revealed in 16 categories including Business Start-up of the Year; Rising Star; Business Leader; Networker and Network Marketer; Community and Against All Odds. Darren, who has lived in Warwick all his life, said: “I originally wanted something that would give me more flexible working, and just as importantly to have a job I was totally passionate about." "Documentary photography was something I had always loved from doing lots of travelling, I had always been passionate about taking photos that would give me lots of memories. So it made sense to follow that path. I much prefer delivering natural photos over staged ones, and this style of photography can be adapted to fit into weddings, families, events and corporate work. In fact more people now want a more natural approach to photography.” Everybody Smile Photography saw a rise in demand for its Vlog My Wedding video service during lockdown which involved guests in the special day at a time when strict Covid restrictions meant they couldn’t attend in person. The newest part of the business was launched this year in the form of Darren’s Everybody Smile Photobooths. Darren, 46, added: “This was added due to the popularity of photobooths but with a poor end product. We have found away to deliver professional standard photography through a bespoke design photobooth.” The judges said: “Darren’s Innovative approach with "Vlog My Wedding," shows his adaptability and creativity. There are also strong client testimonials highlighting exceptional service and a unique personal touch. “The business has also shown successful financial growth with consistent high revenue and expansion into new services. “He’s also demonstrated work-life balance, taking time off while maintaining business success.” Awards organiser Stacey Calder said: "The business success Recognition awards were set up to recognise small businesses doing incredible things. Darren and the other winners stood out amongst very tough competition. With over 500 nominations this year and a high level of entries it’s a win Darren can be proud of.” But Darren does not intend to rest on his laurels with further expansion of his business in his sights, including a new photographic assistant who he’s currently training. He’s also revealed he’s in the early stages of exciting plans to build a new Wedding Network Community for businesses who operate within this space. Reacting to his award, Darren said: “I was genuinely surprised when my name was called out because I feel that the Freelancer of the Year is probably the toughest category because everyone attending is a freelancer and there were some incredibly talented people there. I genuinely felt honoured that the judges saw me as the person worthy of this award.” Awards night photos are by Cameron Murray Photography.

A technology expert is urging businesses to ensure they have a secure internet connection - or they could see operations grind to a halt. Juliet Moran, technical director of TelephoneSystems.Cloud, claims the importance of robust infrastructure is often overlooked, especially in a cloud based environment. And she says businesses should have a disaster recovery plan if systems fail or they could lose access to essential services they rely on. Juliet warns many business owners fail to take into account the impact if connectivity fails and relying on a cheap internet connection is insufficient to guarantee an undisrupted service. She advises there are ways to overcome the potential issues including diversifying connections, investing in a leased line and utilising your VoIP phone system fully. Juliet Moran, technical director at TelephoneSystems.Cloud, said: “Internet connections are not foolproof, nor is the infrastructure within most buildings. Businesses must develop disaster recovery plans for their internal networks and internet connections to ensure continuous cloud connectivity, even in the event of a system failure." “Internet connections can and will fail, so having more than one connection via different methods is essential. A budget internet connection at around £35 a month is insufficient to guarantee continuous operation. Businesses should evaluate the potential costs of losing connectivity to their CRM, databases, communications, and other systems." “We often encounter customers who are devastated when their infrastructure fails. SMEs frequently cite the loss of revenue, customer service disruptions, and reputational damage caused by downtime. Yet, many have not invested adequately in infrastructure to prevent such occurrences. The internet, once viewed as a cheap commodity, now demands more consideration and budget due to businesses' increasing reliance on it." “There are steps businesses can take to ensure they have continuous connectivity from diversifying connections, having spare hardware available and having back up strategies in place.” TelephoneSystems.Cloud has this advice for businesses: Diversify Connections Avoid relying solely on two broadband connections as they likely share the same infrastructure cabling. A failure in the shared infrastructure will take down both connections. Leased Lines Consider investing in a leased line. Though it may cost around £350 per month, for businesses with more than a few employees, this is a necessary expenditure to ensure uptime. Leased lines operate on different infrastructure from broadband, allowing for automatic failover between connections, they also come with an SLA. Mobile Connectivity If a leased line is beyond your budget, consider using 4G or 5G. Modern routers can include a SIM card for automatic failover, keeping core services running during outages and with fixed IP SIM, your technology can meet the same security requirements as your broadband. VoIP Phone Systems Using your phone system over VoIP enables backup connectivity through an app on your mobile phone via 4G. To ensure this functionality, remember to log in and save your login credentials. This way, you can answer business calls on your mobile in case of an emergency. Spare Hardware Keep duplicate hardware on hand. Unpowered spare switches, which cost only a few hundred pounds, can be invaluable in minimising downtime. The cost of such spare hardware is negligible compared to the potential loss from a day without operational phone lines or network access. Backup Configuration Ensure that your configuration for your router is backed up. This ensures that replacement hardware is rapidly brought back up to your required setup. Home Users and Remote Work Home users are a valuable addition to a resilience plan, allowing staff to work remotely in the event of a major office fault. However, many companies overlook the need for resilient home connections for their employees. Providing backup internet solutions for home users can ensure continuous productivity. Backup Strategies When backing up systems, many businesses fail to account for the time required to restore data from the cloud. A system failure might reveal that backups could take weeks to download, causing unexpected delays. To overcome this businesses need to consider a multi-tiered backup approach with both local and cloud solutions. Local backups provide quick recovery options, while offsite cloud backups offer additional security.

The latest trainee teachers have graduated from the Castleman Learning Network, which is part of the Dorset-based Castleman Academy Trust of schools. Five newly qualified teachers are excited to be establishing their own classrooms in local schools and beyond. The training centre was set up by Rhonda Moore, CEO of Castleman Academy Trust, to offer first class teacher training to graduates. More than 60 teachers have trained with CLN – completing PGCE and QTS qualifications – since it was granted Teaching School status in 2010. Lou Evans, director of the Castleman Learning Network, said: “We have great relationships with schools from Ferndown to Swanage, where our students can train. And the Castleman Academy Trust has five schools and may of our graduates have joined them over the last few years." “We are expanding our training programmes by launching a part-time route in January 2025. This is designed to provide opportunities for trainees who are balancing teaching aspirations with family and working life." “We are currently working closely with our university colleagues to develop a number of apprenticeship routes into teaching. We are partnered with the University of Worcester and we have a lot of experience to draw on and which the students benefit from.” Rhonda Moore said: “As well as wanting the best education for the children in our schools I also want to encourage people into teaching and give them the best start." “Castleman Learning Network brings a new cohort of teachers through each year and the intention is to grow it and bring more people into the profession.” The network has been based in Bournemouth but from next term is moving to new training facilities in Poole. Castleman Academy Trust’s schools are: Broadstone First and Middle schools, Ferndown First and Middle schools and Parley First School.

With the eyes of the world on Wimbledon, the experts at Arco Professional Safety Services have been working to ensure the safety of people working behind the scenes. Arco has been providing fall protection services and working at height training for the Championships since 2019, helping to ensure the safety of maintenance and cleaning staff, camera and lighting crews, and others working in areas where there is a risk of falling. For the past five years, Arco's team of working at height specialists have been instrumental in installing and annually testing and recertifying vital fall protection systems at the world-famous All England Club, including on Centre Court and Courts 1 and 2. Matthew Glass, fall protection manager at Arco Professional Safety Services, said: “By testing and certifying the fall protection systems and providing essential work at height training, Arco plays an important role in the smooth and safe operation of the Wimbledon championships." “With our support, the Wimbledon team can focus on delivering a world-class sporting event, knowing that Arco, the Experts in Safety, are helping them meet the highest safety standards.” In preparation for this year’s tournament, Arco has meticulously inspected around a dozen different fall protection assets, including RoofSafe and 3M horizontal lifeline systems, Soll Pivitloc ladder systems, fall arrest anchor points, fixed ladders, and self-retracting lifeline fall arrest blocks. Arco’s highly skilled trainers have also provided training in rooftop safety and rescue from height, allowing the Wimbledon team to safely access the court roofs to maintain lighting, banners and other equipment. Workers have to be retrained in rescue from height every year and rooftop safety every three years. In addition to Wimbledon, Arco Professional Safety Services provides fall protection services and working at height training for some of the UK’s top attractions. This year alone, Arco experts have installed vital safety systems for LEGOLAND Windsor Resort’s new minifigure Speedway rollercoaster[i] and Thorpe Park’s brand new Hyperia ride[ii]. Arco Professional Safety Services provide consultancy, training, services and equipment to manage the most complex and high-risk, hazardous scenarios. Find out more at here.

One of the world’s rarest pigs has given birth at Whipsnade Zoo – to a trio of stripy piglets. Born at the conservation zoo, the Visayan warty piglets, one male and two females, are a welcome boost to the conservation breeding programme for the Critically Endangered species. Once found on six of the Visayan islands in the Philippines, the rare pigs are now found on only two. The piglets are born with a distinctive stripe pattern on their orange-coloured backs, which helps them blend in with the forest floor and protect them from predators. Whipsnade’s new arrivals will slowly develop their adult colouration and mohawk hairstyles over the next year. Proving that three really is a lucky number, mum Tessa carried her infants for three months, three weeks and three days exactly, before giving birth to her tiny trio. Zookeeper Gracie Gee said: “We were absolutely delighted to come into work to find Tessa, our female Visayan warty pig, tending to three tiny newborns. She’s an excellent mum; really attentive and patient – especially when they’re all trying to get her attention at once!" “The pigs – now considered one of the world’s rarest species – are part of a conservation breeding programme which will help to boost the numbers of these animals, in a safe and protected environment, ensuring there’s a back-up population should wild reintroductions be considered the best action.” Habitat destruction reduced the species’ habitat to a fraction of what it once was, largely driven by logging for hardwoods in the 1970s and 1980s. The pigs, recognisable for their distinctive mohawks, were originally found in rainforests across six islands, and have recently only been recorded on Negros Island and Panay. Playing a vital role in the ecosystem, Visayan warty pigs help to keep the rainforest environment fertile and healthy as they aerate the soil with their hooves, while ‘planting’ seeds in their droppings. Gracie added: “It’s often said that three’s a charm – and with these precious new arrivals, we couldn’t agree more!” A visit to Whipsnade Zoo this summer is not only a great day out for the whole family, but helps to support the work of international conservation charity ZSL – book a ticket now to explore the UK’s largest zoo and the wonders of the animal kingdo m.

The Yorkshire-based online printer instantprint was recruiting to grow its sales team when hiring manager, Head of Sales Craig Quinn, received an interesting piece of mail. Upon opening and unfolding, he was confused to find a huge CV printed on what looked to be a poster as opposed to a traditional A4, or these days a digital PDF!  “Sales is a competitive role to get into, and as one of the UK’s largest printers, we receive hundreds of applications when new roles go live,” Quinn told us. “When I received David’s CV and I began unrolling it, I thought that there was no way this candidate wasn’t getting an interview.” The stand-out job application was from 26-year-old Business Development Executive David Wright, who had been inspired by a previous candidate for the printer’s marketing team. Wright, who uprooted from Ireland and moved to Rotherham for the role said: “I remembered seeing instantprint in the news a while back because a candidate had successfully applied for a marketing role by flyering the car park, and I thought ‘what a great idea!’. I wanted my application to make a big statement just like that one had and what’s bigger and bolder than a giant CV?” According to the company, they had more than 60 applicants for the Business Development Executive role, and they're also looking for more to join the team, although David has set the CV bar extremely high. The CV disclosed Wright’s contact information and employment history. instantprint promptly invited him in for an interview and he was offered the job, which he accepted. Wright started his new role in April. Quinn added: “David’s application did more than grab my attention. It showed that he’d researched the brand, and that he had the right attitude, drive to succeed and sense of humour to fit the team perfectly. I can’t wait to see what ideas he brings to the table.”

One of Harrogate’s leading providers of high-quality office solutions has completed the refurbishment of a new furnished prime workspace. Windsor House landlord Boultbee Brooks have completely renovated one of their ground-floor corner offices to provide a state-of-the-art complex including its own private kitchen facility and meeting room. The new suite offers 1,800 sq ft of space and has been furnished by renowned suppliers RU_Creative who previously worked with Windsor House on the completion of its stunning Palm Court café area. One of two units to have been redesigned and fitted out with high quality office equipment, the first was snapped up by new tenants Avery Fairbank, and Windsor House Property Manager Karen Winspear expects the recently completed ground floor space to attract a great deal of attention. “We are thrilled with the two new offices and believe they set a new standard for state-of-the-art quality workspaces for the business people of Harrogate,” she said. “Seeing them completed and furnished allows businesses to visualise how many staff members they can accommodate within the space, while the high-quality furniture will stand the test of time and therefore be more sustainable." “This is a new venture for us here at Windsor House, being the first furnished offices that we have provided for tenants and we were delighted that Avery Fairbank signed up so quickly to take up residency with us and join the Windsor House family. “The larger unit – room 3.20/21 – is an impressive ground-floor corner office space complete with its own kitchen and meeting room, with provision for parking. It is wonderfully kitted out with all the equipment needed for a modern office environment and we feel sure that it will provide a wonderful home for one lucky business.” As tenants themselves at Windsor House, interior experts RU_Creative are proud to have played a role in the renovations and owner Rob Umpleby highlighted the current trend of businesses looking for complete office solutions. Rob comments: “We were delighted to work on this stunning space within Windsor House, a thriving work facility in the heart of Harrogate where we are also extremely happy to be based." “We have noticed a trend since Covid where businesses are looking for that complete, fully furnished, option when it comes to providing their workforce with a comfortable, modern and inspiring alternative to working from home. This space definitely provides that.” Windsor House, situated on Cornwall Road across from the wonderful Valley Gardens, was built as a hotel in the early 1900s and has been transformed into a thriving business hub offering 75,000 sq ft of office space for more than 100 tenants. As well as on-site car parking and reception services, it also boasts the Palm Court café, showering and locker facilities, bike storage and a host of meeting room options.

Williams Racing will display the names of all 1,005 team members in a spectacular Union Jack livery for the British Grand Prix this weekend as part of a series of home race celebration events. The FW46 raced by Alex Albon and Logan Sargeant at Silverstone will be transformed to fly the flag in thanks and appreciation to everyone at the team’s Grove HQ, New York and London bases and at races who are working tirelessly on our mission to return the team to the front of the grid. Their names have been intricately woven into the red, white and blue engine cover design which crowns a week of special events and activities for Williams’ home race. The team have repeatedly demonstrated exceptional teamwork and resilience under pressure this season, and the livery pays tribute to the enormous human effort it takes to race in Formula 1. In a separate addition, Manchester-based team partner THG will see its Myprotein brand featured on the rear wing as a one-off British GP special. Continuing the celebrations trackside, Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge will join the team to lay on a feast for Williams’ guests at Silverstone. The world-famous cook will prepare a menu in the team motorhome across the weekend showcasing the Best of British produce. On track, Williams’ home-race efforts will be spearheaded by London-born Alex Albon in Formula 1 and Brits Zak O’Sullivan in Formula 2 and Luke Browning in Formula 3. Williams Racing Driver Academy F2 racer Franco Colapinto will drive Logan’s FW46 in FP1 after a strong start to his rookie F2 season. Fans will also be treated to a star of Williams’ heritage collection as Jenson Button is reunited with his first-ever F1 car, the Williams FW22 from 2000, for a series of demonstration runs. Away from track, Williams’ commitment to providing unrivalled access and experiences for fans will be in full swing. Our London Fan Zone, presented by Kraken, will be located at the iconic Piccadilly Circus right in the heart of the capital and will feature appearances from Alex Albon, Logan Sargeant, Team Principal James Vowles, Jenson Button, and the Williams Academy F2 Driver Zak O’Sullivan. An innovative Augmented Reality experience, ‘Where is Williams’, will take fans on a virtual treasure hunt around London landmarks in search of Williams memorabilia, with the overall winner securing a British race experience for two. Special Silverstone caps and t-shirts celebrating Williams’ heritage will be available to buy, and Friday will see the first release of a limited-edition whisky from our licensing partnership with Coachbuilt Whisky – co-founded by Jenson Button – which will commemorate the Constructors’ Championship-winning FW18 from 1996 that also delivered Damon Hill the Drivers’ title. Fans attending the race at Silverstone will be able to test their driving skills in our Williams Racing simulators, located next to the Silverstone UTC on the outside of the track opposite the National Circuit pits. We will also be continuing our long-standing commitment to opening up access to Formula 1 and inspiring the next generation to consider a career in motorsport by bringing a range of F1 exhibits to an F1 family day in Silverstone village on Thursday. Families will be able to get up close to race suits, tyres, helmets and carbon fibre, as well as pose for pictures on a Williams winners podium. And the celebrations will continue once the race is over as Williams heads to the prestigious Goodwood Festival of Speed – a marquee event of the British summer season. F1 drivers Alex Albon and Logan Sargeant, Team Principal James Vowles and F1 Academy starlet Lia Block will all take to the wheel of the 1982 Drivers’ Championship-winning FW08 at the annual showpiece celebration of motorsport.  Team Principal James Vowles said: “Silverstone is always one of the highlights of the year and I’m delighted we are thanking our staff as the centrepiece of our home race celebrations. Williams is transforming from top to bottom so we can fight our way back to the front, and our people and culture will be key to that success." "It takes extraordinary effort from every individual at the factory and at track to race in Formula 1, and I’m especially proud of the resilience whilst under pressure we have demonstrated so far this year.” Alex Albon commented: “I’m looking forward to being back in the UK for the team’s home race, not just because of the fans but because Silverstone to me is the true meaning of racing and is the place I first fell in love with the sport." "It’s one of the best races on the calendar, bringing passionate fans from all over to enjoy such a special Grand Prix, and it’s the perfect place to celebrate the huge team effort that goes into racing all across the globe. The Fan Zone is at such an iconic location this year, sharing what makes Williams so special with those who can’t make it to Silverstone.” Logan Sargeant said: “I’ve always loved racing at Silverstone. The track has everything a driver wants with its quick and flowing nature. I have fond memories of this place throughout my career, and it’s always been one that I’ve performed well at." "Racing with the names of every single team member on the car is the perfect way to mark everyone’s hard work and a home race for Williams. The fans are what makes Silverstone so special as they’re some of the most passionate in the world and you can really feel them getting behind the team. Being able to bring Williams to the heart of London through our Fan Zone is an awesome way to connect with fans both old and new.”

Morrisons has partnered with Sea Forest, an Earthshot finalist and science-based environmental technology company, to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions from beef cattle. Sea Forest will work with Myton Food Group, Morrisons’ manufacturing arm, exclusively to supply SeaFeedTM - its methane abating livestock feed - to help fast track the introduction of lower carbon beef products such as mince, burgers, steaks and joints in Morrisons. Approval for the process is being worked through, but if successful customers should see products on the shelf in Morrisons by 2026. The partnership supports Morrisons ambition to achieve net zero agriculture emissions from its directly supplied farms by 2030. Finalists for The Earthshot Prize, a prestigious award launched by Prince William in 2020, Sea Forest have already collaborated with Australian burger chain Grill’d* to introduce a beef burger made from grass-fed black Angus cattle that produces 67% less methane emissions. When the SeaFeedTM product is included as a small fraction of the animals’ diet (approximately 0.5%), it is scientifically proven to reduce methane production without impacting the taste or quality of beef. Sophie Throup, Technical and Sustainability Director at Myton Food Group for Morrisons, said: “As British farming's biggest direct customer, we are well placed to support the farmers we work with and help them farm more sustainably. This partnership supports our ambition to have net zero agriculture emissions by 2030." “Having our own livestock experts with direct relationships with farmers enables us to make changes quickly, meaning that once our trial is complete and we have approvals in place, we can develop our lower carbon beef products and help support the drive to lower emissions from cattle.” Sam Elsom, CEO of Sea Forest, said, “Distributing our methane-busting solution to one of the most respected retailers and food producers in the UK to reduce livestock methane emissions is a tremendous milestone for Sea Forest." "SeaFeedTM has the potential to sustainably feed the planet while tackling one of the most challenging pieces of the climate puzzle. Our trials with beef, dairy and wool producers across Australia and New Zealand have demonstrated excellent results and we are delighted to partner with Morrisons to make a meaningful impact on climate change at an international scale.” The partnership is the latest step in an innovative research programme by Morrisons and Queen’s University Belfast that is looking at the use of seaweed to help reduce methane production in cattle. Professor Sharon Huws, Director of Research, Queen's University Belfast, School of Biological Sciences and Institute for Global Food Security (IGF), said: “We are delighted to be working closely with Morrisons and Sea Forest to provide the scientific evidence underpinning the journey towards net zero in the Morrisons beef chain. Innovation is at the centre of the IGFS ethos, and this collaboration is an important example of how our research translates into impact for the sector, and indeed for the health of our planet”. Morrisons is committed to introducing sustainable products across all areas of the business through lower emissions sourcing and reducing the amount of plastic used. This work forms part of Morrisons ambition to be completely supplied by net zero carbon British farms by 2030 - five years ahead of the market. Last year, Morrisons became the first supermarket to introduce its own carbon neutral egg.