Recruitment expert Claire Leigh today warned of the potential dangers of being a “job snob” as a report suggested some young job seekers were turning down so-called unsuitable roles. Despite falling employment in the general workforce, statistics show that another 15,000 people aged 16 to 24 became unemployed in June, bringing the total to 973,000. The Recruitment Society says part …
Lisa’s eyefourdesign helps North Staffordshire companies to sparkle
One of Stoke-on-Trent’s oldest companies has had its image refreshed with the help of graphic designer Lisa Gilliver. Lisa, who owns Longton based eyefourdesign, project managed an evolution of branding and signage for accountancy company, Geens. And eyefourdesign was also commissioned to look after brand management for Synergy Dental Care of Biddulph, in a project which even involved designing a …
Staffordshire pub plays host to first Librium Games
A Staffordshire pub is to host the first World Championship of a game which was invented in the county. Librium Games has become a popular pastime in pubs in Stafford and Stone since it was introduced by inventor Steve Howe in 2011. Now the Sun Inn, Stafford, is to host the first Librium Games World Championship on Monday, 26 August. …
Design Council to offer free advice to exhibitors at Ceramics 2013
Exhibitors at ceramics industry showcase, Ceramics 2013, are to be offered expert advice on how good design can help businesses to succeed. Ceramics 2013 organisers have linked-up with the Design Council to offer one-on-one design consultations at the event in Stoke-on-Trent on 26 September. The annual showcase has a British design theme for 2013 and will include a keynote speech …
Staffordshire architects’ £5,000 birthday giveaway
Staffordshire based Croft Architecture is celebrating its fifth birthday by offering the chance to win £5,000 worth of architectural services. The giveaway could see fees wiped out completely on a job such as a home extension or amount to a major saving on larger projects. Managing Director Carl Croft founded the Staffordshire Technology Park based practice in January 2009. “The …
Appetite brings acclaimed aerial theatre spectacular to Stoke-on-Trent
An extraordinary aerial theatre production is set to thrill audiences in Stoke-on-Trent. Acclaimed disaster movie in the sky “As The World Tipped” is being brought to the city by Appetite after thrilling audiences across the UK and abroad. Up to 10,000 free tickets are being made available for two outdoor performances to be held at Central Forest Park, Hanley on …
Burslem united as Titanic Brewery serves up Port Vale sponsorship
Real ale brewed just yards from Vale Park will be on sale at Port Vale Football Club this season. Burslem based Titanic Brewery has pumped money into its local Football League club by taking out pitch side advertising at Vale Park. And the sponsorship deal offers Titanic the chance to sell their award winning cask and bottled beer at the …