Author: Scott Dylan

In a ground-breaking move to combat dairy poverty, a new initiative has been unveiled in North London. Arla Foods, in partnership with FareShare, has launched the United Kingdom’s first-ever free milk ATM, offering fresh milk to the public at the touch of a button.Located in a bustling North London neighbourhood, this innovative ‘Milk Bank ATM’ provides access to free fresh milk, marking a significant step in addressing the issue of dairy scarcity in communities. The machine, part of a temporary pop-up, is designed to encourage awareness of the challenges surrounding dairy accessibility.Arla Foods has committed to enhancing the availability of…

Zalando has reported a stronger financial outlook due to soaring profits and heightened consumer demand this year.The company’s Q3 profits rose dramatically, with adjusted EBIT climbing from £19m to £78m.Active customer numbers surpassed 50 million, fuelling a 5% sales increase to £2.01bn.Zalando’s gross merchandise volume showed a 7.8% growth, reaching £2.93bn.The company attributes success to its ecosystem strategy focusing on quality, lifestyle, and B2B expansion.Zalando, the prominent German fashion retailer, has announced an upgrade to its financial forecast for the year as it experiences significant boosts in profits and sales driven by strong consumer demand. The retailer’s third quarter sales…

Zara collaborates with fashion icon Kate Moss on a new partywear collection.The collection is set to launch at the end of November.Kate Moss aims to blend classic cuts with glamour.This is part of Zara’s series of high-profile collaborations.The initiative aligns with Zara’s strategy of working with top designers.Zara, the renowned fashion retailer, has engaged iconic fashion model Kate Moss to design an exclusive party capsule collection. This collaboration aims to deliver a range that features both ready-to-wear and accessories, perfectly tailored for festive occasions.Set to debut at the end of November, the Zara x Kate Moss collection promises to embody…

Growth & Brains partners with Sarah Maxwell Beauty to enhance digital presence.Los Angeles make-up artist Sarah Maxwell teams up with Liverpool’s marketing agency.The collaboration aims to boost Sarah Maxwell Beauty’s visibility and global reach.Andrew Redfern of Growth & Brains expresses excitement over working with Maxwell.Sarah Maxwell is confident her brand will achieve new growth heights through this partnership.Growth & Brains, a Liverpool-based performance marketing agency, has embarked on an exciting collaboration with Sarah Maxwell Beauty. The partnership is designed to enhance the digital presence of the beauty brand founded by renowned Los Angeles make-up artist Sarah Maxwell. Maxwell is celebrated…

The Fortescue Arms, a notable establishment in Woolacombe, is undergoing a significant transformation following a recent acquisition. The pub has been sold to local hotel operator Richard Wheeler, who intends to revitalise it with innovative culinary offerings, including a Sunday Carvery. This landmark venue, located within a stunning natural setting, has various amenities set to enhance visitor experience. The property’s acquisition was handled by Christie and Co, drawing considerable interest from potential buyers.The Fortescue Arms in Woolacombe is set to experience a substantial refurbishment after its acquisition by Richard Wheeler, a seasoned local hotel operator. His plans for the venue…

BBC Radio 2 unveils its Autumn schedule featuring Johnny Marr as a new series host.Johnny Marr’s series will air on Radio 2, focusing on influential British groups.Listeners voted The Beatles as the Ultimate British Group in a Radio 2 survey.The survey panel included prominent figures like Jo Whiley and Vernon Kay.The popular Top 30 list spans iconic British bands across several decades.BBC Radio 2 has announced its Autumn line-up, highlighted by a new series hosted by renowned musician Johnny Marr. This upcoming series, titled “Johnny Marr’s Great British Groups,” will begin airing from midnight to 1am on 13th, 20th, 27th…

In a recent financial move, THG’s shares witnessed a notable dip.The Manchester-based company raised £95 million through a new fundraise.Existing shareholders, including CEO Matthew Moulding, invested heavily.The fundraising was intended to facilitate the demerger of the Ingenuity division.THG aims to focus on its Beauty and Nutrition sectors post-demerger.THG, a prominent ecommerce firm listed on the London Stock Exchange, recently experienced a decline in its share value by approximately 6%. This occurred subsequent to the company’s successful raising of £95 million in a fresh fundraising initiative. The fundraising, completed at a 5.2% discount to the prior day’s closing share price, saw…

In a pioneering effort to improve dental health among children, a new initiative has been launched to provide dental care kits to UK schools in some of the country’s most deprived areas.This effort, led by a major retail and personal care partnership, is set to distribute more than 70,000 dental kits to over 1,600 schools. This initiative addresses a critical public health issue as tooth decay remains the leading cause of hospital admissions for children aged five to nine years. Children in the most deprived areas are 3.5 times more likely to have a decaying tooth extracted than those in…

THG has successfully raised £95.4 million to fund the spin-off of its tech division, Ingenuity, exceeding its initial target of £75 million.CEO Matthew Moulding personally invested £10 million, with strong support from existing and new investors, including Frasers Group.The equity raise aims to simplify THG’s business as a profitable global consumer beauty and nutrition company.The Ingenuity division will transition to a private entity, while THG PLC remains publicly listed on the stock exchange.The group’s third-quarter revenue shows mixed results, with reported increases in Beauty and Ingenuity sectors but a decline in Nutrition.THG, in a decisive financial move, has raised £95.4…

SkinBioTherapeutics has announced its acquisition of Bio-Tech Solutions, marking its second major purchase.The acquisition was facilitated with financial support from key shareholders and internal reserves.Bio-Tech Solutions, based in Yorkshire, is known for health and hygiene product manufacturing.This strategic move aims to provide operational synergies and expand SkinBioTherapeutics’ product line.Company leadership emphasises the acquisition as crucial to its growth and transformation plans.SkinBioTherapeutics, a life sciences company based in Newcastle, has successfully acquired Bio-Tech Solutions Ltd (BTS) in Yorkshire for £1.25 million. This significant acquisition was financed through a combination of a three-year loan from a key shareholder, David Brierwood, a fundraise…