Sustainable Beachwear brand Randy Cow has secured two investments from dragons on the business TV programme Dragon's Den. Surrey-based founder of Randy Cow, Dave Weller stepped into the famous Den before stepping out with big-hitters Peter Jones and Touker Suleyman both offering investment in the quirky brand. Peter Jones was first to make an offer, suggesting that it would be a journey best taken with both him and Touker Suleyman, together. Dave countered and finally hands were shook. Dave explains, “It was a bit of a whirlwind experience from the beginning, through to filming. The Dragons aren’t called Dragons for no reason! They definitely put me through my paces during the experience, and at one point I thought we were not going to get the slightest hint of interest. But out of nowhere I suddenly had two offers from the 2 men which I had hoped to get interest from.” And on the experience overall, Dave says, “Looking back it was a fun, but definitely stressful experience. The Dragons all have such different personalities and angles of questioning - and there was a lot of crossfire! But behind it all I did get the sense they do wish you the best.” Following the show Dave is excited for the journey ahead, “It remains to be seen what happens next for Randy Cow, but I’m certainly excited to now have a ‘Dragon Approved’ brand.” Randy Cow is an award winning, sustainable beachwear brand with a cheeky sense of humour and a goal to do good. From products being made from recycled plastics, to funding the removal of plastic from entering our oceans (in partnership with Ocean Co) with every sale of swim shorts, Randy Cow puts the eco agenda high up the priority list. Randy Cow’s flagship products are their Waterproof Pocket Swim Shorts, which boost a 100% Waterproof Pocket which will keep its contents safe and dry down to 30m. Randy Cow have grown in popularity since launching in 2019; being sold in Selfridges, John Lewis, and luxury hotel resorts such as Waldorf Astoria and Ritz Carlton. They have graced the runways at New York Fashion Week and Miami Swim Week to great accolades and were also branded ‘Style & Substance’ by GQ magazine. With several awards under their belt from Men’s Swimwear Brand of the Year (Corporate LiveWire Global Awards 2022/23) to a renowned 5 Star Luxury Review Award (Luxuria Lifestyle Magazine), Randy Cow’s products are hailed as the “Best Swim Shorts Ever” and their attention to detail and customer service is a “Hidden Gem.” They are certainly here to make a splash. As Dave concludes; “We want to be the brand that always brings out a good feeling in people. Whether it’s our great products or charity and eco-helping efforts, but also for how we are with real people and the opportunity to make a difference." "To paraphrase a legend: 'I don’t know exactly how we will get there, but I guarantee it won’t be boring!'” For more information about Randy Cow visit www.randycow.com

New research from BusinessComparison has identified which sectors, industries and career paths experience the most work-related stress, as well as which UK regions. Work-related stress is a serious issue that can affect any individual’s mental and physical health. It also has a significant effect on the workplace, lowering morale, reducing productivity and even leading to resignations, if the causes of the stress are not resolved. BusinessComparison’s new research found that across all industries, one in ten British workers experience stress, at 12.5%. But when you dig deeper into the data, which are the highest stress occupations? Philip Brennan, Founder and MD at BusinessComparison, comments: “Our new research has revealed some useful insights into which professions are most likely to experience work-related stress. Business owners who run a customer-facing company should definitely be aware of the high risk of stress for them and their employees - at 27% affected by stress, they have the highest level of stress of all the professions we researched." “Working to reduce stress in your workplace isn’t just about being an ethical employer. It’s a good business practice that will help you retain staff and keep productivity high. The NHS have a useful work-related stress page that links to resources for staff at any level, with guidance specifically for business owners and managers, as well as tips that anyone can use to help manage their stress.” Highest Stress Occupations The most stressed profession was customer service occupations, 27% of those in the sector reporting stress. This was followed by services occupations at 23.6%, cleaning occupations at 22.9% and storage occupations at 21.7%. Finally, the fifth highest stress occupation was that of web and multimedia design professions, 20.9% of whom reported experiencing stress. Lowest Stress Occupations The occupation with the lowest stress level was production managers and directors, only 4% of whom said they experienced stress this year. Science, engineering and production technicians followed, at 5.6%. 5% of managers and proprietors in health and care services experienced stress. Lastly, the fifth lowest stress levels last year belonged to those in sports and fitness occupations, at 6.5%. The study also investigates these professions’ changes in stress levels over the last 5 years. Looking back over the past 5 years, you can see that some occupations have experienced dramatic shifts in their stress levels. • Customer service professionals/shopkeepers and sales supervisors: Could both of these professions’ stress have begun to rise in 2022 after customer-facing businesses reopening in the wake of Covid-19? • Managers and proprietors of health and care services: It’s likely that Covid-19 had a significant impact on this profession’s rising stress in 2021, with care homes experiencing great difficulty protecting vulnerable residents from the virus. • Sports and fitness occupations: According to the State of UK Fitness Industry Report 2023, the industry is thriving - could this have contributed to lower stress? • Managers and directors in transport and logistics: Rising stress could be caused by increased costs of fuel and labour. The Most and Least Stressed UK Regions Northern Ireland is more than 5% more stressed than the UK average at 17.7%. There are four more regions with a higher than average level of stress: London, the East Midlands, Scotland and lastly, Yorkshire and Humberside. On the other hand, the North East was just under the national average at 10.8% affected. Also, a full percentage point lower in stress than average were the South West and the South East. It’s clear to see that some work-related stress is caused by nationwide events such as Covid-19 and increased costs caused by inflation. However, the fact that some occupations are more stressed than others is significant. It means that, as employers, there is a responsibility to assess any risk factors in your industry that could lead to you or your employees experiencing stress or burnout - it’s harmful for business, and for individual wellbeing.

Despite cold temperatures, darker mornings and evenings, and tougher road conditions, many individuals continue to cycle. This determination has been particularly evident at the start of the year when numerous cyclists make New Year Resolutions to commute to work by bicycle. As daylight gradually increases, this goal becomes somewhat easier to achieve. However, it is important to bear in mind that winter persists. Cycling in the winter requires additional caution and attention to unique challenges posed by chilly temperatures, icy roads, and limited visibility. During the winter months, cyclists should proactively implement safety measures to navigate these challenges and ensure a safe ride. James Whitten, Marketing Manager at cycleGuard says: “Ensuring your bicycle is well-protected from the harsh conditions of winter enhances your safety but also contributes to prolonging your bike’s overall lifespan." Leading cycle and e-bike insurer cycleGuard shares effective tips to help cyclists stay safe during winter cycling. Bike winter tyres It is worthwhile fitting a pair of winter tyres to take all that winter can throw at the bike. Not only will the cyclist get an added grip on uncertain surfaces, but they will also benefit from extra puncture protection. In addition, wider tyres (25mm-28mm) can be run at a lower pressure which will provide additional grip and comfort in icy conditions. Mudguards Winter roads often carry mud and grit, causing splashes that can catch both the cyclist and those riding behind. By fitting mudguards, these sprays can be reduced, ensuring a more enjoyable and cleaner ride. Lights and reflectors During winter many bike commutes are undertaken in the dark, therefore ensuring a bike is fitted with good quality lights and reflectors is an absolute must. Every bike should have at least one, and preferably two rear lights ready for winter in addition to a front light. Reflectors also provide added visibility and can be a lifesaver if the bike’s lights run out of batteries during a ride in the gloom. Applying car wax This is an effective way of sealing the surfaces of the bike and preventing harmful grime, grit, and dirt from gaining a foothold. After cleaning the bike, spread the wax on with a cloth, allow it to dry and then wipe off. Repeat and then buff to a high polish. “There are many steps you can take to make winter cycling easier, but it is important to keep yourself and your bike safe. At cycleGuard, we’re serious about providing cover to cyclists of all abilities” adds Whitten. Find out more about cycleGuard’s bicycle insurance here:

A unique JCB tartan tractor has rolled off the production line at Staffordshire’s JCB Landpower factory honouring Scottish rugby legend and motor neuron disease (MND) campaigner Doddie Weir.   The Fastrac 4220 iCON wrapped in Doddie’s own design tartan livery was welcomed off the Cheadle production line by son Angus Weir, ready to report for fundraising duty with the ‘My Name’5 Doddie Foundation’.   Scottish and British and Irish Lions international, Doddie, who died of MND, aged 52, in 2022, founded the charity to fund research with the vision of ‘A world free of MND’. So far, more than £11 million has been committed to vital research in his name and the Foundation is dedicated to continuing the fight against the cruel disease.   The Doddie iCON Fastrac is the brainchild of Doddie’s schoolfriend and Director of Crop Services in the Scottish Borders, Douglas Stephen, who joined Angus for the unveiling. Douglas operates a number of Fastrac tractors, and approached his JCB Dealer, Kelso-based Scot Agri to build a special edition machine in support of the Foundation.   The blue and yellow tartan tractor will make starring appearances at major agricultural shows and rugby games north of the border over the coming months raising funds for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation. The grand tour will begin at the Royal Northern Spring Show, Inverurie on February 28th before moving on to the Fife, Northumberland, Royal Highland, Border Union, Perth Shows and many other agricultural events over the summer.   Angus Weir said: “It has been fantastic to be here to unveil the new Doddie tartan tractor. Dad would have absolutely loved it and I’m sure it will turn a lot of heads, raise a lot of smiles, and help continue his fundraising legacy.” For Douglas Stephen it was an emotional day. He added: "Our Doddie was born into a farming family, was part of the farming community and loved tractors. He was also always accustomed to wearing big, bright, garish tartan suits, so this is right up his street. What JCB has done is beyond all expectations and they have really pulled out all the stops. Doddie was a great friend who is sorely missed and this will help us to keep his memory and MND legacy alive.”   My Name’5 Doddie Foundation Director of Fundraising and Communications, Paul Thompson added: “We are incredibly excited about this collaboration with JCB and expect it to raise a great deal of awareness of both motor neuron disease and My Name’5 Doddie Foundation."  "The Fastrac looks brilliant, and we can’t wait to see the look on people’s faces when nine tonnes of tartan tractor arrive at one of our events."   “When the tractor was unveiled, it was a real lump in the throat moment. Doddie was a farmer and loved his tractors, so we know that this collaboration would have meant a lot to him.” JCB Territory Manager Sam Taylor said: "For JCB it is an honour to support the incredible work of the ‘My Names’5 Doddie Foundation’. Doddie Weir was an icon, not only in the way that he played his rugby, but also in the way he handled his MND diagnosis, setting an example of bravery, and inspiring others to take up the fight." “The JCB Doddie iCON Edition Fastrac is a great example of teamwork - bringing together an amazing charity, a valued JCB customer, our brilliant dealer network, designers, and production team. We hope it will raise greater awareness of the condition and fund more groundbreaking research to find a cure for MND.”

Contractor Henry Brothers Construction has held a topping out ceremony to mark a key stage in the project to deliver new facilities at Beacon Barracks in Staffordshire for 280 (NATO) Signal Squadron. The Squadron, which is the only British Army unit permanently assigned to NATO, will be moving from Dorset to its new home at Beacon Barracks near Stafford under the Defence Estate Optimisation (DEO) Army Programme. Henry Brothers is building a new £22.5m two-storey facility for the Squadron within a secure compound at Beacon Barracks. It includes offices, conference rooms, a reception area, workshops, garaging, storage rooms, welfare facilities and mechanical and electrical plant rooms, and will feature solar panels on the roof. The company is also delivering a single-storey satellite communications building as part of the development for the Squadron, which, as a Deployable Communication Module, has a role to install and control strategic communication and information systems supporting a deployed NATO headquarters. Personnel at the topping out ceremony for the new facilities included representatives from NATO, 280 (NATO) Signal Squadron, the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), Beacon Barracks, contractor Henry Brothers Construction, project manager Mott MacDonald and multi-disciplinary design consultants Pick Everard. Ian Taylor, MD of Henry Brothers Construction, said: “We are very pleased to see this significant milestone being reached on the new facility that Henry Brothers Construction is delivering at Beacon Barracks for 280 (NATO) Signal Squadron. The squadron plays an important role in NATO, and we are proud to support our armed forces." “Henry Brothers has worked in partnership with the Ministry of Defence and the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) to deliver many improvements and new developments over the years. It’s great to see one of our current projects proceeding well and on track for completion next year, providing 280 (NATO) Signal Squadron with a new base to relocate to from Dorset.” The project, which is scheduled to be Defence Related Environmental Assessment Method (DREAM) Excellent, is being delivered by Henry Brothers for the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) via the Crown Commercial Service Framework. Work is due to be completed in early 2025. Other members of the team working alongside Henry Brothers on the project include Pick Everard and Mott MacDonald. Henry Brothers Construction is part of The Henry Group, which comprises a number of manufacturing and construction sector companies, ranging from external construction through to interiors fit out. In partnership with its valued clients, it has a proven track record in education, defence, commercial, industrial, transport and healthcare sectors.

One of Scotland’s leading hospitality groups Buzzworks has relaunched its pioneering initiative to provide a boost to local charities in the areas which it operates.   The unique quarterly pro-social bonus scheme has once again rolled out across all 19 of Buzzworks’ venues, with the top four performing sites taking a share of £1,000 to gift to any registered charity of its choice.   First launched in April 2017, the returning Buzzworks pro-social bonus has already helped over 12 charities across Scotland, ranging from The Royal Hospital for Sick Children to the Ayrshire Hospice.   The latest winners were announced this week, as Scotts Troon, Scotts Largs, The Treehouse in Ayr and Thirty Knots in South Queensferry beat off stiff competition to take the cash prizes for their chosen charities.   Scotts Troon took top prize and chose to gift its winning sum to Cash for Kids.   Second place Scotts Largs presented Crosshouse Children’s Fund with their donation and The Treehouse in Ayr gifted their prize to Kyle Academy Children’s Appeal.   The final beneficiary was Queensferry Parish Church Food Bank, chosen by the team at Thirty Knots, South Queensferry.   To be in with a chance of winning the pro-social bonus, each Buzzworks venue is scored at the end of every month based on various factors including sales, customer service and mystery shoppers.   Nicola Watt, Buzzworks Head of People, said: “We are proud to bring back the pro-social bonus and relaunch this scheme at Buzzworks, which we believe was the first of its kind within the hospitality industry back in 2017." “The pro-social bonus is a way of us giving back and rewarding the hard work and dedication of our employees, whilst supporting the communities in which we operate."   “By offering the choice of charity to the individual winning venues, this ensures our people and the communities we work in come first."   “All of the team pulled together to try and win for their selected charities and judging was difficult; however, there were four clear winners and congratulations is in order for each of the successful venues.” Buzzworks has established itself as an industry leader in Scotland’s hospitality sector through its culinary excellence and aspirational dining and entertainment experiences at its stylish brands: Scotts, House, Lido, Vic’s & The Vine, The Duke, Thirty Knots, The Bridge Inn, The Fox and Herringbone.

An award-winning Warwickshire brewery has announced a historic licensing partnership which will see its brand in 100 English Heritage sites across the UK. In what is one of the company’s biggest partnerships in recent times, Purity Brewing Company has unveiled its English Heritage Collection – a trio of Best Bitter, Organic Craft Lager and Low Alcohol Pale Ale, as part of a shared celebration of both brands’ sustainability and authenticity values. The 4% ABV Modern Day GF Best Bitter, in a 500ml bottle; 5% ABV Organic GF Lager, in a 440ml can; and 0.5% ABV GF Low-Alcohol Pale Ale, in a 345ml bottle, are all available to buy in shops and cafés at many of English Heritage’s 400 historic sites, including world-famous English medieval castles, Roman forts, abbeys and even a Cold War bunker. It’s also a particularly poignant collaboration for the Purity team whose late co-founder Jim Minkin, enjoyed a passion for Roman history. Minkin established Purity, in Great Alne, in 2005 with Paul Hasley on a joint mission to ‘brew great beer without prejudice, with a conscience, consistency and attention to detail.’ History is also brought to life through the new collection’s branding - with their modern take on historic English helmets. Paul Brazier, Head of Marketing at Purity, said: “The English Heritage partnership has been born through a shared desire to leave a recognisable mark of quality, sustainability and authenticity on the world. Manifesting itself through our English Heritage Collection, celebrating the best of all things that have shaped our green and pleasant land, our beers are as rich and characterful in flavour as our country is in history. This is a great opportunity to tell authentic stories through the eyes of national treasures." “The unique label designs combine the three core brewing ingredients: whole cone hops, malted barley and pure water with medieval battle-worn helmets from some of English history’s most defining moments, including the invasion of English shores by Saxon and Viking warriors, to the enduring conquests of the infamous Knights Templar.” Alexandra Bovey, Licensing & Commercial Development Manager at English Heritage, said: “We’re so proud to have partnered with Purity, who we knew were a great fit as a responsible brewer caring about sustainable practices and never compromising on quality. The product range that is the result of months of joint development work are beautifully designed and we’re so pleased to be bringing this range to both our visitors, members and the wider public.” Central to the brewer is a strong commitment to supporting the environment. Purity only uses natural ingredients, supports recycling programs and respects the local community and environment. Waste products are recycled through its unique wetland system. This sustainable ecosystem helps minimise carbon dioxide emissions, reduces energy consumption and encourages wildlife diversity.

Aldi will invest more than £550m in expanding and further improving its store and distribution network during 2024. This includes plans to open stores in new locations up and down the country, as well as upgrading its existing stores and distribution centres to support growth. New stores set to open in 2024 will create over 1,500 new jobs across the country, with further job opportunities in its current stores, Regional Distribution Centres and UK offices. Aldi currently has more than 1,000 stores across the UK and is committed to continuing towards its long-term target of 1,500 locations to meet the demand for its unique high quality and affordable offering. This announcement comes after Britain’s fourth largest supermarket recorded its strongest Christmas yet and invested more than ever before in the British suppliers and growers that provide around three quarters of all items sold. Aldi works with around 5,000 suppliers across the UK and has been ranked as the best supermarket for conducting relationships fairly and in good faith for a record 10 years in the GSCOP annual survey. Giles Hurley, CEO of Aldi UK and Ireland, said: “We’re continuing to welcome more and more new customers through our doors – with people coming for our low prices but staying for our award-winning quality and British sourcing." “However, there are still areas of the country that don’t have an Aldi, or that need more or larger stores to meet demand. That is what our 2024 expansion plans aim to address. We now have more than 1,000 stores across the UK but there are plenty more Aldi stores still to come, in 2024 and beyond.” Aldi is on the lookout for freehold town-centre or edge-of-town sites that are around 1.5 acres and can accommodate a 20,000sq foot store with around 100 parking spaces. Ideally, each location will be near a main road with good visibility and access. Aldi recently became the first supermarket to guarantee store and warehouse colleagues at least £12 an hour after confirming new rates of pay which take effect from 1 February 2024. The new minimum rate, makes Aldi the first supermarket to offer rates in line with the Real Living Wage that was set by the Living Wage Foundation in October last year. Store Assistants’ pay will rise further to £12.95 nationally, and £13.85 within the M25, based on the length of service as part of Aldi’s £67m investment in colleague pay. Aldi also remains the only supermarket in the UK to offer paid breaks.

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is launching a nationwide initiative to monitor ‘Bumbles on Blooms’, in a bid to identify which plants are most visited by bumblebees in spring and help these vital pollinators to thrive.  From 12 February until 31 May 2024 the RHS, supported by the Bumblebee Conservation Trust, is calling on all members of the public to observe bumblebee sightings on flowers in gardens and parks across the UK, and record their findings and photographs. Bumblebees are a vital group of wild pollinators, helping to pollinate our garden plants as well as much relied on crops such as apples, tomatoes, and peas. When the weather starts to warm, queen bumblebees emerge from hibernation seeking flowers to provide nectar as fuel for flight and protein-rich pollen to feed the developing larvae of the worker bees. The duel challenges of habitat loss1 and climate change mean that the availability of flowers in springtime is critically important for helping bumblebees establish successful colonies at the start of the season. Data gathered during this project will help boost bumblebee populations by ensuring that gardeners receive the best advice for what to plant, and improve our understanding of their habits. Wildlife specialists from the RHS will monitor the results that could also provide valuable insight into whether factors such as flower colour and how urban or rural a site is influence bumblebees’ plant choice. Getting involved in this project requires a few simple steps: Photograph bumblebees on flowers. Check the identity of your bumblebees (simply submit as ‘bumblebee’ if unsure). Submit your record to the ‘Bumbles on Blooms’ project on iNaturalistUK2 (app or online). Helen Bostock, RHS Senior Wildlife Specialist said:  Bumblebees are a vital part of our ecosystem, pollinating our crops and flowers, and playing a key role in much of the food we eat. In the face of large-scale changes to the countryside and the ensuing decline in their numbers, flowers in gardens and parks are an increasingly important source of pollen and nectar for bumblebees. This project is an opportunity to give back; the better we understand which plants these industrious insects most rely on, the more we can help them to thrive.” For more information on the project and how to get involved please visit here.

McLaren will make its WEC debut in 2024 with the 720S GT3 EVO in the new LM GT3 class. The eight-race calendar includes the 24 Hours of Le Mans, in which the brand will be represented for the first time since 1998. McLaren has a historic link with the endurance classic, having won on its debut appearance 29 years ago with the iconic #59 F1 GTR. The 2024 season will be the first time McLaren will contest all three of motor racing’s Triple Crown of races in the same season, having previously claimed Monaco Grand Prix and Indianapolis 500 victories. The 720S GT3 EVO cars, which are numbered #59 and #95 in recognition of the Le Mans win for the #59 car in 1995, will run a livery with echoes to iconic McLaren liveries of the past and consistent with this season’s Formula 1 and IndyCar designs. The 2024 McLaren-United Autosports WEC livery is divided into three sections in a chevron formation. The front of the car transitions from satin black to a high gloss black with the iconic McLaren Papaya at the rear of the car. Papaya also features on the rear wing and aerodynamic dive planes on the nose of the car, as well as being used as a differentiator on the side mirrors and windscreen strip of the #59 car. The McLaren-United Autosports WEC driver line-up for the 2024 season has also been confirmed ahead of the Official Prologue at Qatar on February 24-25. The #59 car will be driven by Swiss Gregoire Saucy, Briton James Cottingham and Brazilian Nicolas Costa. In the #95 car will be Japan’s Marino Sato, Chilean driver Nico Pino and Briton Josh Caygill. The 2024 WEC season begins in Qatar on March 2, the first of eight rounds that includes Imola, Spa-Francorchamps and Le Mans in Europe. The championship then heads to Sao Paulo and Texas in the Americas, going onwards to Japan, with the final round in Bahrain in November. Michael Leiters, CEO, McLaren Automotive commented: “We are proud to present the 720S GT3 EVO in conjunction with our Racing Partner United Autosports ahead of our WEC debut in Qatar with an exciting driver line-up. Racing is intrinsic to the McLaren brand and the WEC is the perfect arena to demonstrate the performance capabilities of our supercar engineering programmes. We are also pleased to celebrate our victory in the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans with our livery, which is a hugely important part of McLaren history.” Richard Dean, CEO, United Autosports said: “This is a proud moment, unveiling the new look of McLaren on its return to Le Mans and the WEC. The design has racing heritage at its core, harking back to the 1995 Le Mans winner, while being - unmistakeably - part of the current McLaren family. It’s an exciting addition to the 2024 McLaren line-up, complimenting the Formula 1, IndyCar and Formula E designs; they look like winning cars, and we have big ambitions.”

Passengers travelling through London Gatwick will have the opportunity to treat a loved one, or themselves, to a new watch, as boutique watch stores TAG Heuer and Tudor are now open at the airport.  In line with London Gatwick’s vision – to be the airport for everyone, whatever your journey – the two new stores will provide passengers with an increased choice and scope to personalise their experience.    TAG Heuer will welcome clients to explore the range of men’s and women’s luxury timepieces, showcasing the world-renowned Swiss watchmaking expertise from the brand known for its passion.    TUDOR aims to reach a wider audience and share its passion for exceptional timepieces with travellers from around the world.  With its elegant and contemporary design, the showroom reflects the essence of TUDOR's commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and timeless style.  TAG Heuer  and TUDOR can be found in the South Terminal, both after security. The stores will be the first new retail operators to open at London Gatwick this year, with more in the pipeline over coming months.  Black Sheep Coffee opened in the South Terminal in January, while a range of other food and beverage outlets, including Krispy Kreme, Giraffe World Kitchen and Brewdog, have all started trading at London Gatwick in recent months. Rachel Bulford, Retail Director, London Gatwick said: "Having world-renowned brands such as TAG Heuer and TUDOR opening stores at London Gatwick is fantastic news for the airport and our passengers."  “The two stores are premium names which we expect to be very popular with passengers and might just add the perfect touch to a dream holiday. ”  Rob Diver, Managing Director of TAG Heuer UK and Ireland said: “ This is an exciting time for TAG Heuer as we continue to grow our bricks and mortar presence in the UK with our valued partner Watches of Switzerland. With this new boutique at London Gatwick’s South Terminal, we look forward to bringing to the fore a new TAG Heuer experience in travel retail, with a team who can share their expertise with clients in the search of their next timepiece.”   A TUDOR spokesperson said: “ We are delighted that our partner, Watches of Switzerland Group, has been able to secure this location in London Gatwick’s recently elevated luxury environment.”

Loughborough will host a popular vegan market on Sunday February 25. This will be the first vegan market of 2024 following its success and popularity in recent years. The event, run by Vegan Market Co. in partnership with Charnwood Borough Council, will feature a variety of vegan street food, artisan bakes, craft cheeses, handmade cosmetics, ethical clothing and jewellery, arts and crafts, and charity stalls. All items are created by a handpicked selection of talented, ethical and sustainable businesses. The vegan market will run from 10.30am-4pm. Gluten free options are available and well-behaved dogs are welcome. The event is also fully wheelchair accessible. Councillor Jennifer Tillotson, the Council lead member for economic development, regeneration and town centres, said: “It is fantastic to see the vegan market returning to Loughborough this month. We are proud of our historic market and it will be an exciting year with specialist events planned throughout 2024 which run alongside our weekly markets in Loughborough.” Loughborough Market operates a retail market every Thursday and Saturday and a vintage market on Fridays. A farmers and craft market also takes place on the second Wednesday of each month and stalls are currently being offered to new traders for free through a scheme run by the Council.