Hillbrush has launched its innovative Hillbrush Tornado Range — a robust, modular broom system designed to raise the bar for strength, reliability, and outdoor cleaning power.

Created with a clear focus on performance, the Tornado broom is ideal for commercial and industrial use, and perfectly suited for challenging domestic environments where durability is essential.

With its structure built from high-strength components, the new range offers not only impressive lifespan but also remarkably effective cleaning, no matter the surface or severity of the task.

101 Great Goals has officially entered into a strategic content partnership with Blaugranagram, aiming to enrich the football experience for fans by combining their strengths in digital storytelling and sports journalism.

The collaboration will centre on expanding editorial reach, co-developing stories, and improving discoverability across digital platforms. Both organisations share a mission to offer fans not just news, but deeper, more insightful football narratives.

Omar Hawwash, CEO of Blaugranagram, spoke on the importance of this partnership:

“We at Blaugranagram are extremely excited by the prospect of working together with 101 Great Goals to bring football fans closer to the clubs and sport they love. We want to thank them for their trust in us, and want to emphasise that it is absolutely reciprocated, as we look to grow our two platforms together.”

Since its founding in 2006, 101 Great Goals has become a go-to destination for football supporters, delivering up-to-date news, match previews, and betting content focused on leagues like the Premier League, Champions League, and La Liga.

Blaugranagram, known for its strong focus on FC Barcelona and European football, has earned multiple awards for its independent journalism. With a growing presence across platforms and a reputation for reliability, it is well-positioned to complement 101 Great Goals in this joint venture.

A 101 Great Goals spokesperson reflected on the announcement:

“This is an exciting step for us. Partnering with Blaugranagram is a step towards elevating the quality of our content and a sign of exciting developments ahead.”

As part of its expansion strategy, 101 Great Goals continues to seek further partnerships with content creators in the sports media space.

In the early stages, the partnership will prioritise mutual content amplification, editorial collaboration, and cross-promotion across digital and audio channels—including Spotify—where both brands aim to grow their international footprint.

Together, 101 Great Goals and Blaugranagram are poised to build stronger connections with global football audiences, delivering content that resonates with fans at every level.

• Senior managers are far more likely to use AI than junior staff, new study finds

• 73% of leaders use AI each month, compared with just 32% of entry-level workers

• Millennials—not Gen Z—are the leading workplace adopters of AI

• Poor AI rollout across businesses is associated with a 50% dip in productivity

Employment Hero’s latest Work that Works report has revealed a stark digital divide across UK workplaces. It shows that while AI is transforming the way senior teams operate, many employees are being left out of the revolution altogether.

The data shows 73% of senior managers engage with AI monthly, yet just 32% of those in entry-level roles do the same. This trend suggests that AI tools are disproportionately used by those in leadership, while junior workers receive little benefit.

Interestingly, the generational narrative also shifts. Millennials, often considered the “bridge generation” between digital and analogue, are leading AI usage in the workplace—beating out Gen Z, who are often thought to be the most tech-savvy.

The divide is not just generational—it’s structural. With AI tools and strategies concentrated among top-tier staff, many employees are left without the resources or training to use these systems effectively.

One business leader put it plainly: “The installation of AI and making employees aware about how to use it, is the biggest challenge for our business nowadays,” noted the Head of People at a medium-sized firm.

The consequences of uneven AI implementation are significant. The report links poor AI rollouts to serious losses in output, with staff excluded from AI reporting a 50% drop in productivity. Companies that fail to introduce AI thoroughly risk stalling progress.

The gap widens further in smaller organisations. Companies with fewer than 50 employees are considerably less likely to adopt AI systems—even as digital technology is acknowledged as vital to productivity growth.

When compared to their larger counterparts, small firms are:

• 28% less likely to allocate funding to new technology

• Less inclined to build technical skill sets in their workforce

• Frequently stuck in “survival mode” rather than future-proofing

These businesses face mounting risks if they cannot bridge this digital gap.

Yet, despite fears about AI displacing jobs, the report paints a more encouraging picture. Among employees using AI regularly, 40% say they feel less stressed, and 38% believe their output quality has improved.

Kevin Fitzgerald, UK Managing Director at Employment Hero, calls for widespread and inclusive AI adoption:

“AI is only delivering productivity gains for some, and that’s a huge problem.”

“For technology to drive meaningful change, it needs to be in the hands of everyone. That means investing not just in access to tools, but in the training, support and confidence people need to actually use them.”

“We need a trickle-down, human-centred approach to AI adoption. One that starts with leadership, but quickly and intentionally reaches every corner of the business.”

“Closing the AI advantage gap is essential – not just for the success of individual companies, but for improving productivity across the UK economy.”

Manchester-based video agency Eight Engines has been named one of Business Insider’s Most Exciting Companies in the North West, solidifying its position as a standout name in the region’s creative landscape.

Originally launched as a TV drama production company creating programmes for the BBC, Eight Engines transitioned into a full-service video agency in 2017.

Since then, the business has built a strong reputation for producing cinematic video content for clients ranging from international corporations and well-known consumer brands, to major public bodies and grassroots organisations.

“This recognition is a huge honour and a real boost for our entire team,” said Jack Leigh. “We’ve grown organically from a passion for storytelling into a company that’s trusted by some of the biggest brands in the world to bring their vision to life. We’ve always believed that great storytelling is about having the right idea and team to tell it – and our strength lies in making every budget, big or small, work harder to deliver exceptional results.”

Recent projects by Eight Engines have seen them partner with major names like Google, Sony, the BBC, IHG, and Help for Heroes, alongside regional organisations such as Transport for Greater Manchester and Bam UK, as well as a range of independent local agencies.

Recognised for their inventive, engaging content, the team has earned a strong reputation in both the North West and the wider international video production community for their storytelling-led approach.

“What excites me most,” Leigh added, “is taking a tricky, niche topic and turning it into something your audience can’t scroll past. Even if the initial brief is something that could on the surface be a bit dry, we love breathing colour, clarity and adding a touch of mischief into our content. When marketing feels like binge-watching, everybody wins: your message sticks and viewers come back for more.”

Leigh brings years of experience in high-end production, having worked on major titles like Peaky Blinders and Fast and Furious. It’s this depth of industry expertise that has helped shape the agency’s signature style and quality of output.

That said, Leigh insists the team deserves full credit for their recent recognition.

“Honestly, I get to work with the best group of people I could ask for,” Leigh said. “We’re a close-knit team, and every project is a shared creative journey. That passion and drive is reflective in every single member of our team – and that is what has driven us to this point in our business.”

The agency has weathered significant challenges in recent years, including the impact of Covid, economic uncertainty, and the evolving influence of AI on creative industries — making this accolade all the more meaningful.

As they look ahead, Eight Engines is focused on continuing to push boundaries in storytelling and content creation – both across the North West and on a broader global stage.