A government scheme aimed at tackling joblessness among the youth caused by the pandemic has helped to create over 19,000 work placements so far, claim the Treasury. The scheme which had been initially announced in July, has many of its young people starting their placements this week. It comes as youth unemployment between the ages […]
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M&S Percy Pig Mania
Marks and Spencer are now widening their target audience by reaching the platform, TikTok and their main star is Percy Pig. M&S’s Percy Pigs are a memorable treat for the younger generation, in fact many Gen Z’s have admitted that their soul reason for going to M&S is for this sugary treat. M&S, whose normal […]
The new reality of virtual events
Virtual events and quizzes have become the norm this year, with Covid running rampant and people locked in their houses, there is a big need for some fun and distraction. Founded in Cheltenham, The Moonlighting Group usually runs live events, but due to Covid-19 it has had to branch out into virtual events saying they […]
Gloucestershire girlies get TikTok ‘famous’
Two Gloucestershire girls have become overnight sensations on TikTok after posting satirical videos about the Conservative party. Nearly half a million viewers watched one of them perform a ‘Tory rap’. Emily Hunt (@EmilyHunt39) and Daisy (@Dazzlemyfrazzlev2) both have risen to popularity after sharing videos making fun of their privilege. However, not all their viewers on […]
What Children in Need looks like for Gloucestershire this year
Gloucestershire has prepared an impressive array of socially distanced events and celebrations to mark the 40th anniversary of Children in Need this year. BBC Radio Presenter Jason Rosam has tackled a radio ride-a-thon, cycling 41 miles across London and stopping at locations which represent every local radio station across the country, including BBC Radio Gloucestershire. […]
Cheltenham Royal British Legion fears over drop in poppy sales
Each November, many tributes are paid to soldiers as part of the annual acts of remembrance. It is estimated that the Royal British Legion has roughly 20% of its usual number of donation boxes in shops due to the pandemic. Roy Roberts, Chairman of the Royal British Legion’s Cheltenham Branch, said: “It’s very sad… it […]
Everything you need to know about Gloucestershire’s E-scooters
E-scooters have popped up everywhere over lockdown with Cheltenham, Gloucester and Bristol gaining them in the last 2 months. But how useful and cost-effective are they for students? ‘Zwings’ was launched in Cheltenham in October as part of a 12-month transport trial to make the town more efficient and eco-friendly. University of Gloucestershire student Megan […]
Today is National Happy Hour Day – and here’s how you can still celebrate it
Today, November 12th marks National Happy Hour Day! Usually, this fun unofficial holiday would likely involve spending time in a pub taking full advantage of all of the discounted drinks. Unfortunately, due to lockdown, this year’s celebrations will have to be a little different. How could we celebrate it this year? 1. Play drinking games […]
Breaking the mental health stigma with mindfulness
“You might have a sore foot or headache and mental illness is just the same as that. It’s OK to say you’re struggling with how your brain is working and it will get better.” Alice Lowrie, Mindfulness for Children, Stroud. It’s ‘Time to Talk Day’, which sees a nationwide effort to break the stigma around […]
Diets may be sending you to an early grave
Summer is coming and everybody wants to get their dream beach body ready. But unfortunately for you daily dieters out there, it could be the worst thing you’re doing for your body. According to a study by The Lancet, daily dieting is putting almost 11 million of us in an early grave each year. In […]