8th February 2025

100th business pledges to support inclusivity and reduce inequality across Oxfordshire

The Oxfordshire Inclusive Economy Partnership (OIEP), dedicated to fostering a fairer and more inclusive economy in Oxfordshire, has welcomed its 100th Charter member, Oxford...
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26th September 2022

Unipart is pleased to sign the Oxfordshire Inclusive Economy Charter.

Unipart is pleased to sign the Oxfordshire Inclusive Economy Charter. Inclusivity has been at the heart of our values since our company began in...
26th April 2022

Defining the journey towards diversity

Achieving a high standard of diversity in the workplace has become increasingly important - especially given the spotlight that has been shone on this...
21st March 2022

Make an inclusive local economy a reality

Discover ways that your organisation and our local economy can become more inclusive, and have an even greater social impact.
EDI
7th March 2022

From Struggle To Success

Oxford Professional Consulting is Oxford’s premier consultancy for Executive Business Coaching and Leadership Communication. Led by Alison Haill, Principal Consultant and Founder, who hand-picks...
7th March 2022

International Women’s Day

A hundred years ago the first women were being admitted as Solicitors. It was a huge milestone following the Sex Disqualification (Removal) Act 1919....
7th March 2022

The strength to succeed

If I asked you to describe an Ironman triathlete, I doubt that you would immediately think of me. A 53 year old woman...
7th March 2022

Filing vs Gadgets – Battle of the Sexes

When you walk into our office, you will be immediately greeted by 5 friendly female faces in our open plan archival digitisation suite. We...
7th March 2022

Why do we celebrate IWD?

Did you know that Ninety per cent of the world’s population hold some prejudice against women, a UN study found last week?
7th March 2022

Bus manager Clarisse Garcia celebrates International Women’s Day 2022

Oxford Bus Company Retail Manager Clarisse Garcia has spoken of her pride in working in the bus industry, as part of the International Women’s...
7th March 2022

Gender bias in the workplace

8th March marks International Women’s Day. This year’s campaign theme is #BreakTheBias, and its focus is on ‘creating a world free of bias, stereotypes...
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6th December 2021

Inspirational watch range celebrates women overcoming adversity

A British entrepreneur is celebrating the incredible stories of five women – each of whom has overcome huge adversity – by launching a range...
25th November 2021

Blake Morgan signs up to The Law Society’s Women in Law Pledge

Leading law firm Blake Morgan has announced its commitment to The Law Society’s Women in Law Pledge. This joint initiative of The Law...
24th November 2021

The Big Give Christmas Challenge 2021

Save the date! Can you help us make this year's Big Give our best yet?
22nd November 2021

Our Lives, Our Futures: exploring pressing issues for young people today

A new research network at Oxford Brookes University is launching with a focus on children and young people, aiming to improve their opportunities, experiences...
18th November 2021

Oxfordshire Apprenticeship Awards 2022 set to launch this week, as Local Enterprise Partnership insist ‘Apprenticeships are more crucial now than ever’

The Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP) have announced that the prestigious Oxfordshire Apprenticeship Awards are set to launch later this week, ahead of the...
17th November 2021

Businesses urged to invest in diversity and inclusion initiatives or risk talent shortage

A specialist recruiter is urging UK businesses to focus on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives if they want to secure top talent.
17th November 2021

Discover your future at a Banbury and Bicester College Autumn Open Event

If you are considering your options for next year, now is the time to explore the opportunities available at your local college!
16th November 2021

More than just a storm in a Yorkshire teacup – Why banter can never be an excuse for racism

Yorkshire County Cricket Club (Yorkshire) has been in the headlines recently following serious allegations of institutional racism. These allegations come in the wake of...
4th November 2021

B4 launches new ‘news-focused’ site to become a leader in UK B2B news sharing

Following a period of change and uncertainty since March 2020 when B4 had to swiftly pivot to delivering content digitally, we are delighted to...
26th October 2021

New programme on UK’s future of employment post COVID announced

Launching digitally during National Apprenticeship Week 7-13 February 2022 - AoA and ITN Productions Industry News are co-producing Apprentices: Connect, Engage and Inspire, a...
22nd October 2021

Oxford Brookes welcomes Ambassador Andrew Young to bring Black History Month 2021 events to a close

Politician, diplomat and activist Ambassador Andrew Young, will be delivering an online public lecture to conclude the University’s celebration of Black History Month 2021.
21st October 2021

Enterprise M3 local enterprise partnership is leading major improvements to digital connectivity in towns and villages across Surrey and Hampshire

A project to deliver gigabit-capable broadband for business and communities across Surrey and Hampshire is being taken a significant step forward as private sector...
20th October 2021

Happiness Through Goal Setting and Help to Grow

The Business and External Engagement team at Oxford Brookes Business School aims to partner with organisations & individuals to improve business and individual performance...
18th October 2021

Origin Invests £1.5million into Local Economy

Buckinghamshire-based manufacturer of doors and windows, Origin, is set to contribute up to £1.5million to the local economy within the next year as part...
14th October 2021

Oxford Brookes student wins annual art competition

An Oxford Brookes University Fine Art student has won a prestigious international art competition that will see her work feature on the cover of...
13th October 2021

Berkshire charity wins £10,000 Movement for Good award

A charity based in Berkshire will receive a £10,000 windfall as part of Ecclesiastical Insurance Group’s annual Movement for Good awards.
13th October 2021

UK still uncomfortable talking about race, new survey finds

Business in the Community (BITC), the Prince’s Responsible Business Network, has today published the findings of the 2021 Race at Work survey which captures...
13th October 2021

Supporting more lives together

A new partnership will provide mental health support to thousands of children and young people across the Thames Valley.
12th October 2021

Stagecoach Celebrates Its Longest Serving Community Champions in Oxfordshire

Stagecoach is celebrating its longest serving Oxfordshire staff, with four of the company’s most familiar faces receiving awards for their hard work and dedication...
4th October 2021

Make UK and Next Gen Makers launch innovative engineering apprenticeships Employers Kitemark

Make UK has partnered with support platform Next Gen Makers to develop a ground-breaking Engineering Apprenticeships Employer Kitemark, which will recognise companies who achieve...
1st October 2021

Proud to Be: Black History Month 2021 at Oxford Brookes University

Oxford Brookes University is proud to once again support Black History Month this year, with the 2021 theme of ‘Proud to Be’.
1st October 2021

Twitch In-App Purchases In H1 2021 – $195.5M; 140% Higher Than H1 2020

Streaming platform giants, Twitch has clearly built from the increased engagement in 2020 brought about by the lockdowns imposed as a result of the...
1st October 2021

Celebrating National Inclusion Week

This week we are celebrating National Inclusion Week. This week's theme is #UnitedForInclusion and looks to share inclusion in all its forms. National Inclusion...
28th September 2021

Bespoke cookery classes to support independent living

We have started up 2 Wantage cooking groups this month.
24th September 2021

Senior Leader Development Programme Apprenticeship and Help to Grow

The Business and External Engagement team at Oxford Brookes Business School aims to partner with organisations & individuals to improve business and individual performance...
23rd September 2021

The Food and Drink Federation Announces Winners of Awards 2021

The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) Awards 2021, which took place last night at The Royal Lancaster in London, brought together over 500 guests...
23rd September 2021

More hybrid working to bring 3.8 million Brits into employment

Hybrid working could bring nearly 4 million people “locked out” from work such as parents, carers and disabled people into the workforce and enable...
23rd September 2021

UK’s recovery plans must address gender inequality as four out of five women unaware of green job opportunities, PwC report finds

Gender equality must be at the heart of the UK’s green and fair recovery, according to a new PwC report that underlines the extent...
22nd September 2021

GMB southern region’s NHS members overwhelmingly vote NO on government’s pay offer – strike ballot will now happen

The Health Secretary must now meet with GMB Union to avoid a winter of chaos
14th September 2021

Charity launches therapy bus to support youngsters’ mental wellbeing

Oxfordshire based charity At The Bus this week launched its inaugural converted art therapy bus that will tour the county providing mental wellbeing support...
31st August 2021

Maymessy is supporting ladies from Refugee Resource into a food related business

We are supporting 11 migrant women into a food related business over the next two years.
31st August 2021

Oxford United in the Community mark new chapter by presenting a plaque at Easington Sports FC

Oxford United in the Community’s new countywide delivery has been marked by the presentation of a plaque at Easington Sports Football Club.
11th August 2021

Blenheim Estate Homes and West Oxfordshire District Council Shortlisted for Estates Gazette Awards

Blenheim Estate Homes and West Oxfordshire District Council have been nominated as finalists in The Public/Private Partnership Award category of 2021’s Estate Gazette Awards.
10th August 2021

Stagecoach Launches Competition to Thank Oxfordshire’s Local Heroes

Stagecoach and Oxford Tube are launching a competition designed to give back to keyworkers in Oxfordshire who have worked tirelessly during the pandemic to...
9th August 2021

The lastest from Blenheim Palace

It’s been lovely to have some consistently warm weather to enjoy recently, all be it a bit too hot at times. Whilst we have...
9th August 2021

MP Impressed With Blenheim’s Environmental Initiatives

MP Robert Courts has praised Blenheim Estate’s commitment to the environment during a visit to the Oxfordshire UNESCO World Heritage Site this week.
3rd August 2021

OxTech Fest: Inaugural event to focus on diversity and connections in the tech industry

Gender diversity is only 19% in the tech workforce and only 15% of workers are from BAME backgrounds. A new festival aims to develop...
6th July 2021

Blake Morgan rewards 37 members of staff in latest round of promotions

Leading law firm Blake Morgan has promoted 37 lawyers and support staff across its offices in London, Wales, the Thames Valley and on the...
6th July 2021

Candlemaker Wins Blenheim’s Start-up Business Award

A candlemaker from Long Wittenham has won Blenheim’s annual business start-up competition.
5th July 2021

Unipart ranked among top employee-owned companies

Unipart Group has been named as one of the UK’s leading companies for employee ownership. The global manufacturing, logistics and consultancy group based in...
2nd July 2021

Common HR Issues

We are now halfway through 2021, and the global COVID-19 pandemic has continued to cause organisations to think swiftly on their feet to respond...
1st July 2021

Supporting women into business

We had our two Be- friending groups over today and ladies I am mentoring to help start their food business from Refugee Resource ...
30th June 2021

Hybrid workers embracing bus operators’ flexy ticket

Oxfordshire’s leading bus operators have issued a reminder flexible tickets are available for commuters who now travel to work part-time.
28th June 2021

Cowley Road Carnival Live! on 4th July

Cowley Road Carnival celebrations go ahead all over the city as residents are encouraged to join Virtual Carnival online, decorate their homes as the...
22nd June 2021

Deloitte tells staff they can WFH forever

In response to the news that Deloitte will allow staff to work from home forever, adding to the long list of organisations that have...
17th June 2021

Law change to give staffers ‘default right to work from home

In response to the proposed law change to make it impossible for employers to force workers back into the office, please see a follow...
17th June 2021

Thames Travel launches bus driver recruitment campaign as part of service expansion in South Oxfordshire

Thames Travel has launched a new recruitment campaign that encourages people to consider bus driving as an alternative career to that they are currently...
14th June 2021

B4 Pass Provides New Benefits to Oxfordshire Companies

B4, Oxfordshire’s leading business to business network is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a wide range of new benefits for its growing digital audience,...
11th June 2021

Manor Café at Howbery Is Fully Open

Our Manor Café has opened its indoor seating areas and added new umbrellas to its patio area. We are also continuing to offer a...
10th June 2021

Gender pay gap falls to 12.5%

It has been reported that the gender pay gap at UK organisations has shrunk for the third consecutive year, early analysis has shown, but...
8th June 2021

Bringing you the best from the Estate this June

We're truly feeling the effects of sunny days across the Estate, notably in High Park where the trees' lush green canopies are out in...
7th June 2021

Top tips for working with your best mate this Best Friends Day

Working with your best mate could get messy but for entrepreneur pals Jack Griffiths and Joel Pierre it’s the key to their business success.
7th June 2021

Blenheim to Recruit Record Number Of Apprentices

Blenheim is offering 12 new apprenticeship opportunities in a wide range of roles from bricklaying to social media.
28th May 2021

Maymessy mentoring women from Refugee Resource

Maymessy mentoring 11 ladies from the charity Refugee Resource into a food business.
28th May 2021

Blenheim Art Foundation to present exhibition by Tino Sehgal – 9th July-15th August

Blenheim Art Foundation is pleased to announce a major solo exhibition by Tino Sehgal, taking place 9 July – 15 August 2021. Following a...
28th May 2021

SpecialEffect May Update

Catch up with all the latest news from the amazing SpecialEffect Charity. Improving lives through gaming.
27th May 2021

Children Heard and Seen TFN success!

Thank you so much to everyone who attended Children Heard and Seen’s TFN pitch last night.
25th May 2021

Bus operators launch new and improved mobile phone App

The Oxford Bus Company and Thames Travel have launched a revamped mobile app, to make travel even easier for passengers.
24th May 2021

Target Golf Day

Our long awaited Target charity golf day is finally on the horizon.
24th May 2021

Toyota achieves three-star ranking for fifth consecutive year in the best companies survey

Toyota (GB) has been ranked in 31st place in the Large Companies category (200-1,999 employees) of the 2021 Best Companies survey. The company has...
20th May 2021

Oxford Bus Company help roll out new mobile Covid-19 testing service in Norfolk

Oxford Bus Company is helping other areas tackle the COVID-19 pandemic across the country via specially converted buses.
20th May 2021

Spring Spectacular at Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace is playing host to some extra special guests as part of its Spring Spectacular celebrations from 22nd May to 6th June.
20th May 2021

No Going Back | Aspire 20th Anniversary Appeal

Aspire is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2021, and our services have never been more needed as we emerge from this pandemic.
19th May 2021

Blenheim’s New Wild Bee B&Bs Welcome First Guests

Blenheim Estate is celebrating World Bee Day on Thursday, 20th May with news that two of its natural hives have been occupied by wild...
19th May 2021

Nominations open for Oxfordshire’s “Covid-19 heroes” awards

The number of nominations for awards to honour those Oxfordshire people who have played a key part in the local response to COVID-19 have...
18th May 2021

Activate Learning teams up with Screen and Film School in Brighton

Activate Learning is pleased to announce that it now has an official partnership with the Brighton Screen and Film School.
18th May 2021

From John o’Groats to Land’s End – CRM’s Fundraising Mission

The team here at Chapman Robinson & Moore are raising money for our charity of the year Daybreak. At CRM we are virtually going...
14th May 2021

Blenheim: Bringing you the best from the Estate this May

The Park is now adorned with new arrivals. Watching our lambs bounding across the Estate makes us feel grounded with nature as it continues...
14th May 2021

The Earl of Wessex visits homeless support projects across Oxford

Oxford had the chance to showcase the innovative support provided for people experiencing homelessness in the city with a visit from HRH The Earl...
13th May 2021

Shipton-Under-Wychwood Cricket Club Announces New Sponsorship

Shipton-under-Wychwood cricket club and The Rooflight Company are delighted to announce a new sponsorship partnership of the 3rd and 4th XI's, commencing at the...
12th May 2021

Funding for OxLEP-backed construction centre – set to play a leading role in creating skills for a greener future – is secured

Confirmation of a new, innovative green skills centre – one of several schemes to have benefited from funding secured by the Oxfordshire Local Enterprise...
12th May 2021

OxLEP-backed Local Growth Fund supported project set to further enhance ‘cleaner’ connectivity in Oxford

The Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP) have today (27 April) revealed that works on phase one of a new project – set to boost...
12th May 2021

More than half of the UK workforce are dreading dressing smartly on their return to the office rather than worries over COVID-19, survey reveals

New study shows that 58% of Brits said one of the main things they are not looking forward to when returning to their place...
12th May 2021

COEL has won Business of the Year (company employing more than 50 employees) at the SME Cambridgeshire Business Awards.

The annual awards ceremony highlights the success and growth of businesses across a diverse range of sectors. COEL is a design and fit out...
11th May 2021

‘You plus two’ invite to the ICAEW East of England Economic Summit

Six months on from our first Summit we will be looking at how things have moved on and the recovery prospects for our local...
10th May 2021

Oxford Bus Company and City Sightseeing introduce new all-female tourism management team

Oxford Bus Company and its sister company City Sightseeing have created a revamped tourism management team across both companies to help drive the visitor...
10th May 2021

Quarter of UK businesses to close or downsize offices as UK embraces hybrid working

This morning, City AM has reported that more than a quarter (26%) of UK businesses will either close, downsize or consolidate their offices in...
6th May 2021

Blenheim: An update on our latest work and projects

The Pandemic has left me feeling somewhat dis-connected to you with the lack of time as we battled COVID-19 and the ability to meet...
5th May 2021

Furlough Courses Allow Blenheim Staff to Flourish in Lockdown

Blenheim has been supporting its furloughed staff and those having to work from home by funding online training courses of their choice.
4th May 2021

Stagecoach in Oxfordshire Announces Charity Partnership with Oxford Hospitals Charity

Stagecoach in Oxfordshire has announced a year-long charity partnership in support of Oxford Hospitals Charity.
30th April 2021

Announcing a new show, exclusive to B4TV: “Your Introduction to the World of Business”

Brought to you by B4 & Europa School in association with Unipart and ELS.
30th April 2021

£100 million project starts at Catalyst Bicester with David Lloyd sale and phase one construction

The first phase of new buildings at Catalyst Bicester, the £100 million new advanced manufacturing and technology business community and include a David Lloyd...
30th April 2021

Blake Morgan elects first female chair

Blake Morgan has elected Kath Shimmin as its new and first female Chair. Four newly elected partners will also join the firm’s Board from...
30th April 2021

Twin Town Challenge 2020+2 open for entries

Organisers of the Twin Town Challenge 2020+2 have announced the new dates of the postponed charity event and released an additional 50 places. A...
28th April 2021

Help to buy offers first time buyers hope in Amersham

With the age of the average first-time buyer rising by nearly 21% in the UK to 34 years old over the past decade, it...
28th April 2021

Palace Adds Extra Horsepower To New Stables Exhibition

A model recreation of Winston Churchill’s childhood pony is among a series of equestrian displays to feature in a major new exhibition in Blenheim...
27th April 2021

Blenheim Pilots New Social Prescription Programme

Blenheim is piloting a new ‘social prescription’ programme aimed at addressing the mental distress, social isolation and physical inactivity caused by lockdown.
26th April 2021

Work with Oxford United In The Community this summer by delivering National Citizen Service Programmes

Oxford United in the Community is recruiting individuals to help deliver its National Citizen Service (NCS) programmes this summer.
9th April 2021

Hussain Manawer releases poetic film crediting nominees ahead of the EE British Academy Film Awards 2021

Critically-acclaimed poet and producer, Hussain Manawer, makes his directing debut with new short film about BAFTA
1st April 2021

Cooking support Wantage families struggling financially due to Covid 19

Maymessy aims to support as many parents as we can by facilitating how make cheap, healthy, nutritious and tasty meals on a limited budget.
29th March 2021

Oxfordshire Community Foundation opens search for Chair

Oxfordshire Community Foundation (OCF) is seeking a Chair with the enthusiasm and ability to enable the foundation to succeed in reaching the next stage...
8th March 2021

On International Women’s Day, IPSE warns of “disproportionate financial struggle” of female freelancers during the pandemic

On International Women’s Day, IPSE (the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed) has warned that female freelancers face a “disproportionate financial struggle” during...
8th March 2021

Response Comment: UK gov flip-flops on remote work, wants it a standard for all jobs

The UK's minister for women and equalities, Liz Truss, has called for employers to make flexible working a standard option to help level the...
5th March 2021

British Interplanetary Society to host International Women’s Day celebration

The British Interplanetary Society (BIS), Britain’s leading think tank on space deployment, is hosting a panel event this International Women’s Day (8th March), where high profile women in the...
5th March 2021

Europa School Students Searching for Businesses to Help Save Work Experience

We, a group of year 11 students at the Europa School in Culham, have been working together during lockdown to try and organise a...
4th March 2021

Inland Homes showcases a level playing field for International Women’s Day

In recognition of International Women’s Day on Monday 8th March, three female members of Inland Homes’ construction team share their own take on what...
3rd March 2021

Oxpens site and the route to regeneration

OxWED, the joint venture between Oxford City Council and Nuffield College is, today setting out the next steps for the redevelopment of...
15th February 2021

Ignite Sport UK partner with Oxford City FC, The Oxford Food Company and FitFest Oxford to support families in need during lockdown

Four community spirited Oxfordshire companies have joined forces with schools to help families with vital supplies during the latest lockdown - and have appealed...
9th February 2021

Festive homelessness campaign raises £60k to support the most vulnerable

Thanks to the generosity of the community, Oxfordshire Homeless Movement (OHM) was able to raise funds that will now be used to help those...
28th December 2020

Funding sought for initiative that could help end rough sleeping in Oxfordshire

A new project being convened by Oxfordshire Homeless Movement (OHM) aims to support people who cannot access any government-funded services due to their country...
7th December 2020

Christmas homelessness campaign aims to avoid the tragedy of a return to the streets in Oxfordshire

Oxfordshire Homeless Movement (OHM) is appealing to local residents, visitors and workers to help them ensure no-one has to sleep rough in our county...
4th December 2020

Blake Morgan confirmed again as a top 50 inclusive employer

Leading law firm Blake Morgan has again been listed in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List, which recognises those UK companies dedicated to...
23rd November 2020

B4 ONE: EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION broadcast live on Wednesday 25th November from the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford

B4 ONE, hosted by Richard Rosser and Lydiah Igweh, will focus on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion with a live broadcast from the Ashmolean Museum...
20th November 2020

College in running for national award for carer support project

Abingdon & Witney College have been announced as a finalist at the annual Association of College Beacon Awards, for its specialist course provision and...
2nd December 2019

Blake Morgan climbs the ranks in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List!

The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers published on November 28th showcases leading organisations working across all strands of diversity.
15th February 2019

International Women’s Day event OXFORD – #BalanceforBetter

Celebrated annually on March 8th, the theme for International Women’s Day 2019 is #BalanceforBetter which focuses on driving gender equality across the globe.
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2nd February 2018

Blake Morgan Climbs the Ranks in Equality Index

Law firm Blake Morgan has been recognised for its commitment to supporting lesbian, gay, bi and trans employees with an improved ranking in the...
16th November 2017

Blake Morgan recognised as a national Top 50 diversity champion

Leading law firm Blake Morgan has been cited in a highly-respected directory of UK employers that promote diversity in the workplace.