This month our Drinks Editor James Viner raises a glass to ‘Organic September,’ the yearly celebration of all things organic and its countless advantages to us and the planet In 1994, the Soil Association launched a campaign to promote organic products and the businesses behind them. According to their 2024 Market Report, the organic food and drink…
In his column for this month Neil Simmons, founder of TN Recruits, explains why he created a four-day working week for his employees two years ago – and the reasons why it has worked… The new government is proposing full-time workers’ rights to ask for a four-day working week. TN Recruits successfully implemented this just…
Melissa Bandtock is the founder of lighting specialist lumière which offers a bespoke illumination service for both retail and trade customers. Having launched her business in lockdown she certainly knows how to stay agile, resilient and ultimately creative in business. Eileen Leahy discovers more about Melissa’s passion for what she does and why she wants…
Many associate the summer with rosé wine, but there’s an array of reds perfectly suited to the warmer months. So why not give crisp, young, light-bodied, fruit-forward bottles with fresh acidity, low levels of alcohol, oak and tannins the green light by pouring them slightly chilled? You’ll be amazed at how much crunchier and more…
These local young entrepreneurs are thriving in their particular professional fields. Here they tell us what drives their work ethic, who inspires them – and how they ensure they look after themselves to stay on top of their game… Tom Pelling, co-owner, The P2 Collective I hold NVQ Level 1, 2, and 3 in Hairdressing…
Philippa Caddow founded her design agency Ubuntu Design in her native South Africa. Since then she’s lived in Portugal, London and now Tunbridge Wells. Here she tells us more about her business and why this town inspires her creativity Can you tell us how you came to choose Tunbridge Wells as a place to live…
This month Neil Simmons of TN Recruits discusses how friendly and consistent communication can make your job hunt stress-free In today’s competitive job market, effective communication can make all the difference in securing your dream job. At TN Recruits, we understand that consistent and friendly communication is vital throughout the job search process. Whether you…
Ahead of this year’s Pensions Awareness Day on September 5, Gillian Palmer of The Finance Hub (TFH) introduces us to Martyn Bates of Alexander Bates Campbell IFA, one of the Hub’s many special experts who will also be present at the Hub’s free all-day pensions consultation workshop on September 10… “Pensions can provide an avenue…
The King marked the start of the new parliamentary year last month by delivering the new Labour government’s key priorities following its general election. Here we ask some of our expert contributors about their thoughts on how they will impact various business sectors… Fundamental effects on finance Gary Jeffries, CEO Panoramic Wealth “Labour are looking to…
Nick Gabay is Head of Corporate & Commercial at Thackray Williams – one of the South East’s leading law firms which specialises in both private and business law. Here the Tunbridge Wells resident tells Eileen Leahy about his key role within the company, and how it is on an exciting trajectory to accelerate its impressive…
