In the wake of taxpayers discovering that their money may be at risk following the government’s £24bn rescue of Northern Rock, people up and down the country were shocked and worried to learn about the apparent loss of sensitive data on over 25 million people after two computer discs containing records of all British families with children under sixteen -...
It is now second nature to the vast majority of Londoners: walk up to the ticket barrier, wave your hand at the pad, and away you go. It sounds so simple and convenient, yet not many people contemplate the absolute genius of design that allows that tiny card they’re waving to recognise their particular journey from 1.83 million different...
With the amount of retail packaging waste exceeding the 10million tonne mark each year, landfill sites are now overflowing as a result of unnecessary excess and non-biodegradable packaging.
The most infamous culprit of late is the excessive packaging used in the distribution and display of Easter eggs. These poorly-designed packaging drives over 100million tonnes of packaging into the UK waste stream...
Leaving for university is a huge step in life and one that comes with mixed feelings. The dread of moving to a new city, possibly living with strangers and having to fend for yourself is counteracted by the sense of independence, the thrill of a new adventure and the prospect of a lounge full of traffic cones. One of the...
Life can be hectic and it’s easy to focus on our own problems, without pausing to think of those around us. Indeed, who has time to worry about others, when we all have our own issues to deal with? However, there are times when personal issues can spill over, and alone, they can make one feel isolated, scared and powerless...
We’ve all done it – tripped up, fallen over, or been the victim of any number of other little mishaps that cause us some embarrassment, especially if it is in full view of someone else. The first thought that generally comes to mind is that you are rather on the clumsy side and you should have been looking where you were...
Day-to-day we all face scenarios that, through the potential negligence of others, could lead to personal injury. Walking outside on the way work or to the shops could lead to a trip and injury, which could have been prevented by proper maintenance by the area’s local authority. Similarly, accidents at work or shopping could be prevented by your...
Now more than ever there is a focus on what products and services should and should not be advertised to the masses. On a daily basis we are bombarded by thousands of promotional messages, brand names and strap lines that on a subconscious level can shape our buying patterns and brand associations from birth. The young are a key demographic...
