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Help us donate #100 coats for those who are homeless in Oxfordshire this winter! Whilst many of us enjoy the luxury of heat and shelter when the weather turns, many people in Oxfordshire don’t have anywhere to call home. When the cold weather commences people who are homeless in our community desperately need clean, warm […]
The study presents clear evidence of the positive effect of workplace initiatives on employee satisfaction across various characteristics. Compared to non-certified spaces, offices with health and wellness initiatives showed greater levels of satisfaction in the following key areas… In today’s rapidly evolving work landscape, the quest to create workspaces that enhance both productivity and […]
The modern workplace landscape has been forever altered by the rise of remote work. As technology advances and employee preferences shift, the debate between remote work and in-office work continues to be a hot topic. Both options offer distinct advantages and challenges, raising important questions about productivity, collaboration, work-life balance, and company culture. In this blog, […]
Display Screen Equipment (DSE) assessments are essential for ensuring the health and well-being of employees who use computers and other display screen equipment at work. As an employer, you must protect your workers from the health risks of working with display screen equipment, such as PCs, laptops, tablets and smartphones. In this article we will […]
What is Ergonomic Office Furniture & Why is it Important? Ergonomics: Adopting the Right Posture The modern workplace has undergone significant changes in recent years, with many organisations shifting to hybrid working. This has led to an increase in health issues such as back pain, neck pain, and other musculoskeletal disorders. As a result, […]
National Pencil Day is a celebration of one of the most ubiquitous writing instruments in history. It is observed every year on March 30th and is a time to appreciate the significance of the pencil and its contributions to the world of art, literature, and education. An essential tool used by millions of people around […]
Supporting locally-owned businesses can have numerous benefits for both individuals and the community as a whole. Here are ten top reasons why you should consider sticking local and supporting your local businesses: Boost your local economyWhen you purchase from locally-owned businesses, you are contributing to the local economy by keeping money within the community. This […]
What is Fairtrade? Fairtrade is a global movement that aims to promote better working conditions, fair prices, and sustainable practices for farmers and workers in developing countries. Fairtrade organisations work directly with farmers and workers to ensure that they receive fair wages, safe working conditions, and access to resources and training that can help improve […]
Tips to create a more eco-conscious workplace With the environmental topic becoming more of a significant focus to implement in a business it can seem to be a mammoth task. So where do you start? Check out 5 simple ways to create a more sustainable workplace: More and more businesses are adapting to sustainability practices […]
As more employees opt for hybrid working arrangements, businesses are faced with new challenges There’s been a shift from working at home post-pandemic to hybrid working now, where employees share their working time between the office and on the go or at home. While some workers are keen to migrate back into the office environment, […]
Green products are becoming a must! We only get one planet and taking proper care of it has become a top priority of today’s consumers. In a global survey from IBM, 51% of respondents said that environmental sustainability is more important to them today than in previous years. Many are practicing what they preach, with […]
Be a Go-Green Hero with these tips Going green around the workplace, protecting the planet, recycling, developing a (CSR) corporate social responsibility strategy – the message is finally been acted on, and businesses are making conscious decisions to make changes. Some of these take time, including fundamental policy alterations, but there are many small changes […]
Hybrid working solutions The recent pandemic has increased employee demand for flexible working practices, although hybrid working isn’t feasible for all businesses, many management teams who can support the scheme remain sceptical about the arrangements of the hybrid option. However, incorporating this into a workplace can improve work-life balance, boost motivation and productivity, and contribute […]
When does this take effect? Effective from the 1st of April 2022 HMRC introduced a new tax on plastic packaging (NPPT) that contains less than 30% recycled content. From April 1st, the tax will be added to all plastic packaging that doesn’t include a minimum of 30% recycled content and will be presented as an uplift in […]
MicrosensDx, a dynamic diagnostic specialist, commissioned COEL to fit out their new purpose built laboratory and new office on the Cambridge Science Park, having expanded into the area from London. The new office consisted of space across the ground and first floors, in a multi-tenant building, which was occupied throughout the duration of the project.