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Mobile Energy Advice Service Secures Funding to Reach Hard-to-Reach Households

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Mobile Energy Advice Service Secures Funding to Reach Hard-to-Reach Households

Socially Grown, a marketing agency based at Keele University, in collaboration with Residential Energy Services, has successfully secured £373,329 in funding for a mobile energy advice service targeting hard-to-reach households. The funding comes from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, with support from the Midlands Net Zero Hub. This initiative is part of the Government’s Local Energy Advice Demonstrator Programme (LEAD), which seeks to provide innovative energy efficiency advice to those in need.

Out of 36 successful applicants to the LEAD program, Socially Grown and Residential Energy Services are among the awardees. They will work on a pilot project that aims to deliver energy efficiency advice through in-person, home-based consultations to consumer groups in the Midlands. This initiative is particularly focused on engaging with vulnerable and hard-to-reach households.

Residential Energy Services (RES) has a history of providing energy subsidy awareness and advisory services to over 20,000 households in the UK. Their expertise lies in educating households about energy efficiency measures and overseeing the process from advice to installation.

The project will begin in Staffordshire and Shropshire, utilising a community outreach and education vehicle to bring energy efficiency awareness to local communities. The initiative will target underserved households and work towards creating tailored energy plans that reduce fuel bills and enhance housing conditions.

According to End Fuel Poverty, a significant number of households in England spend over 10% of their income on energy bills. Many low-income households live in inefficient homes, posing a challenge to the UK’s net-zero targets.

The goal of the project is to provide energy advice to around 6,000 households annually. A RES pop-up hub will be set up in strategic locations such as health centers, community centers, and rural events to engage with residents. The project is set to run for two years.

Sarah Parry, Managing Director of Socially Grown/Residential Energy Services, emphasised the initiative’s transformative approach to delivering tailored energy advice and retrofit plans to underserved communities. This project aims to make energy efficiency expertise accessible to everyone, regardless of their location.

Amanda Solloway, Minister for Energy Consumers and Affordability, expressed the importance of providing expert advice to help households save on energy bills and make their homes more energy-efficient. The funding for this initiative aligns with the UK’s broader investments in improving energy efficiency across the country.

After Results Day: What Next? Roq Shares Its Tips On Career Planning

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After Results Day: What Next? Roq Shares Its Tips On Career Planning

From Shaheen Gul, Academy Recruitment Specialist at Roq

Receiving your GCSE and A Level results is an exciting moment as it enables you to begin planning for your future career. Many young individuals may feel uncertain about the career or industry they wish to pursue and might opt for Higher Education as a safe option. However, an increasing number of young people are now selecting an alternative route, such as apprenticeships, particularly those leading to a degree. This is because apprenticeships offer a unique chance to attain hands-on experience in the industry, earn a degree, and commence a career with a company that offers progression and job security.

The UK is in the midst of a digital skills crisis.  There are simply not enough people to fill the technical roles that businesses currently have.  In fact, during a recent business networking event organised by Roq, employers from diverse industries shared their struggles in finding the right candidates to fill their job openings. They emphasised that possessing a willingness to learn, excellent communication skills and strong soft skills were more important than technical expertise which can be taught on the job. So, if you are interested in working in a particular sector and are open to learning new things, an apprenticeship can prove to be a valuable opportunity for your career advancement.

If you are considering an apprenticeship at 16 or 18+, here are some helpful pointers to keep in mind:

• Increase your chances of securing a job, by conducting thorough research on the company you are interested in. By following them on social media and LinkedIn, you can gain valuable insights into their corporate culture and values. Additionally, creating a LinkedIn profile can help you connect with employers and professionals in your industry.

• When filling out the application form, make sure to provide unambiguous and concise answers. Be sure to proofread your responses meticulously for any spelling and grammar errors, as these can detract from the overall quality of your application.

• If you are asked to do a telephone interview, it is important to be prepared with clear and thoughtful responses. Similarly, if you attend an assessment centre, be at ease, be yourself, and demonstrate your soft skills such as teamwork, communication, and leadership.

• During a final interview, it is crucial to ensure that you comprehend the role and the opportunities for advancement. Having some knowledge about the employer’s industry can also be beneficial in showing your interest and commitment to the job.

If pursuing an apprenticeship is something of interest, the best advice would to be persevere in the search for the right opportunity for you, do your research, and remember, failure is a part of the journey to success.

Rising number of people turn to equity release amidst mortgage rate crisis

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Rising number of people turn to equity release amidst mortgage rate crisis
  • 55Plus receives influx of enquiries
  • Canada Life release new figures, nearly half used for remortgaging
  • Case Study: 70-year-old man, nearly lost his family home

The Bank of England said this month that mortgage payments will rise by at least £500 a month for nearly one million households between the end of this year and 2026,1 saying that many mortgage holders “may struggle with repayments” on loans. Mortgage stress is hitting levels last seen in the 80s, as nearly a third of borrowers aged over 55 fear the cost-of-living crisis will hinder their ability to repay their mortgage, with 3.3 million over 55s who have yet to repay their mortgage, according to new research. 2 However, many homeowners over 55 are unaware of the options available to them, which include Equity Release.

55Plus, the independent equity release specialist, said equity release cases across the industry have rapidly increased this year, as homeowners over 55 look for solutions to combat rising residential mortgage rates. The national company, which has expertise in all aspects of equity release, has witnessed an increase in enquiries from people looking to remortgage, as a direct result.

Jan Johnson, Founder and Director of 55Plus, said: “After more than a decade of residential rates at 0.75% or below, this has left many homeowners whose fixed deals are ending, and those on tracker mortgages, facing huge blows to their finances and even losing their homes as a result. We urge all homeowners over 55 to look at all options available to them.”

Jan added: “Expectations that borrowing costs might rise even further has pushed up mortgage rates. This month, the average residential rate on a two-year fixed deal hit a 15 year high of 6.66%.”

New figures, obtained by 55Plus, from financial services provider Canada Life, revealed that nearly half (44%) of all equity release applications were to remortgage from January to March 2023.

Steven Scales, Proposition Director, Home Finance, Canada Life said: “With rising interest rates, coupled with a prolonged cost of living crisis, some homeowners reaching the end of fixed deals or on variable rates are facing repossession or being forced to sell up.”

He added: “In today’s unpredictable economic environment, equity release can offer peace of mind and certainty for homeowners aged 55 and over, especially given the rise in house prices in the last few years. Whether you are being confronted by the possibility of repossession, or simply want to free up some cash from your home, it is worth speaking to an independent financial adviser to understand your options.”

Equity Release gives flexible repayment options, whereby you have the choice to either pay nothing at all towards the debt or overpay the interest if or when you prefer. This has made it popular with people over 55 looking to release the value from their homes to support necessary costs without selling, with the assurance that they can remain in their house until they pass away, move into long term care or the property is eventually sold.

EQUITY RELEASE CASE STUDY 

Mr Philip Jenner, a retired 70-year-old from Quedgeley, Gloucestershire, was facing repossession of his three-bed family home, due to the rates increase, and had a 51-year-old wife and 11-year-old daughter to protect.

Philip had taken out a mortgage with Barclays in 2010 and was struggling to make the repayments since January 2023, with an outstanding balance of £60,000.  He had spent all his savings on acquiring the house and had no other financial support. At an interest rate of 6.77pc, his repayments were due to jump from £533 to £1,666 a month. This included a repayment plan to Taylor Wimpey, the developer, who he had fallen short on repayments for. Jenner was keen to extend the term on the mortgage with Barclays to reduce the tripling payments, but Barclays informed him that he would have to buy out Taylor Wimpey first to do this.

To make matters worse he was turned down by the main equity release brokers. However, he was then put in touch with 55Plus adviser, Ian Akeroyd, who completed the a scheme in July this year.

A total of £65,000 was released, paying off the remaining interest with Barclays, allowing Mr Jenner to be free of mortgage payments and remain in the family home. He was given the flexibility to pay as much or nothing at all for the next 15 years, giving him the breathing space needed.

Mr Jenner said: “I feel the banks are not pulling their weight to help with the mortgage rate crisis. I know they’re not charities, but some support would have been appreciated. I was in tears on many occasion and could not see a way forward.”

“There are many like me, who have found themselves in a difficult position, with many brokers turning us down due to being in complicated situations. I was very lucky to have found Mr Akeroyd at 55Plus, who spent considerable time working out what was best suited in my circumstances,” he added.

The Manchester based business JBH will operate a base in the UK capital from September 2023

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The Manchester based business JBH will operate a base in the UK capital from September 2023

Thanks to its continued growth, as well as the recently introduced offering of an SEO service, the team at JBH have made the decision to open a brand-new office in Central London to help further establish its position as one of the fastest growing agencies in the UK.

The agency, which is headquartered in the Ancoats area of Manchester and celebrates its tenth birthday later on this year, will use the new office in Kings Cross to help with its expansion into international territories. It will also provide a more accessible hub for building ongoing relationships with some of its newly acquired client accounts based in the South of England.

Commenting on the decision to open a new London base for the agency, Jane Hunt, CEO of JBH, said:

“I could not be more excited about the decision to open up a brand new JBH base in the heart of London. Whilst we  – like so many other businesses over the past three years – have pivoted our offering to be able to deliver our services to clients remotely, there is nothing quite like touching base with our existing and prospective clients via in-person meetings.

“Being able to build and maintain trusted client relationships is something that JBH has always prided itself on, and enjoying the chance to brainstorm and ideate for new campaigns and strategies in person are something that many working in the industry have missed out on since the onset of the COVID pandemic.

“By establishing a base in the UK capital, we believe it will be a lot easier to achieve these kinds of partnerships once again, and we are excited to see what opportunities arise as a result of our new London presence.

“Our brand-new office, based just one minute walk from Euston Square tube station, is absolutely beautiful, and I believe it’s personality and design perfectly encapsulates who JBH are as an organisation, and the kind of service we offer to all our existing and future clients.”

Two Manchester icons brew up a homecoming celebration!

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Two Manchester icons brew up a homecoming celebration!

On Thursday 17th August, the Vegetarian Society is celebrating being back in the city of Manchester with the launch of a brand-new pale ale, ‘1847’, created by the renowned independent and Manchester-based Marble Brewery.

The event at the Marble Arch Pub, on Rochdale Road, will bring together key members of the Society and the brewery, together with friends and supporters from across Manchester to celebrate the Society’s relocation back into the city as it celebrates its 175th anniversary.

Guests will have the chance to grab a pint of ‘1847’, named after the year of the Society’s formation, grab some vegan grub, and hear about the role Manchester played in the formation of the modern vegetarian and vegan movement.

The ‘1847’ beer has a soft, mellow, and slightly bready base bursting with the fresh flavours of citrus fruits, grapes, and melon. ‘1847’ will be available for a limited time at select locations in Manchester, offering beer enthusiasts and supporters of vegetarianism a unique opportunity to raise a glass to 175 years.

Richard McIlwain, Chief Executive of the Vegetarian Society, expressed his enthusiasm for this unique collaboration, stating: “It’s a joyous occasion to witness the coming together of two Manchester institutions to create something as innovative and vibrant as the ‘1847’ beer. This venture not only celebrates our 175th anniversary but also demonstrates the thriving spirit of our city and the remarkable progress of vegetarianism.

“We’re proud to collaborate with Marble Brewery and celebrate our shared values through this fantastic vegan beer. It’s also perfect timing as we move back to our roots in our hometown of Manchester.”

The beer is one of many Marble beers that display the Vegetarian Society Approved trademark accreditation. The partnership between the Vegetarian Society and Marble Brewery signifies the coming together of history, culture, and innovation. As the Vegetarian Society returns to Manchester, it brings with it a legacy of compassion, sustainability, and culinary exploration.

The Vegetarian Society is a campaigning charity bringing the benefits of plant-based eating to all! It campaigns to make the necessary changes happen — changes to help people, the planet, and animals.

GC Angels becomes North West delivery partner of Fund Her North, empowering the regions female entrepreneurs

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GC Angels becomes North West delivery partner of Fund Her North, empowering the regions female entrepreneurs

GC Angels, one of Greater Manchester’s leading early-stage equity investors, has announced a partnership with NorthInvest to deliver Fund Her North activities across the North West, increasing its commitment to driving change across the Northern investment landscape.  

The collaboration underscores a shared commitment to promoting female-led innovation, and propelling economic transformation through investment, collaboration, and expertise. 

Already a signatory of the Investing in Women Code, GC Angels is doubling this commitment to support female investment by delivering Fund Her North activities. With Manchester as the focal point, GC Angels is now looking to extend this network throughout the North West to Cumbria, Merseyside, Cheshire and Lancashire, to ensure all female founders have access to capital and support. 

The British Business Bank’s most recent Small Business Equity Tracker revealed that only 2% of UK capital goes to all female founded teams. Committed to driving investment to female entrepreneurs, GC Angels have bucked the trend, investing 25 per cent of funds to all female founded teams since its inception in 2018, most recently in rising FinTech company Financielle.   

To date, Fund Her North has supported nearly 500 business owners and played a role in closing 14 funding rounds, leveraging a total of £4.5m for female founded businesses. Through the GC Angels network, the team is looking to continue this activity with a renewed focus on closing more investment deals. Fund Her North will also have access to the wider Growth Company Group including Business Finance, Employment, Education & Skills and growth through the Business Growth Hub. 

Fund Her North will be hosting its next event, in partnership with NatWest, supported by the UK British Angels Association, on 17th August in Manchester.  

Sarah Ayton, strategic relationships manager at GC Angels, said: “Our partnership with NorthInvest represents a monumental step toward reshaping the investment landscape and supporting the ingenuity of female entrepreneurs through Fund Her North. Together, we’re unlocking new opportunities for growth and innovation. 

“Delivering Fund Her North strengthens our mission to empower women in business. Collectively, we’re creating a vibrant ecosystem that fuels innovation and drives equitable opportunities for female entrepreneurs across the North.” 

Professor Adam Beaumont, founder at North Invest, added: “The synergy between GC Angels and NorthInvest is electrifying. We’re so excited to have the team on board as a key delivery partner to help create an investment ecosystem that truly supports female entrepreneurs.” 

Find out more about the re-launch event and book tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/delivering-female-investment-in-the-north-west-tickets-692268472637?aff=oddtdtcreator  

For a chance to pitch, apply here: https://forms.office.com/e/63RjvP58Qm 

‘Never Settle’ mantra sees rapid growth for Prospa Media

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‘Never Settle’ mantra sees rapid growth for Prospa Media

Prospa increases the team by 50% and turnover by 100% in just 6 months

Manchester-based ecom growth agency Prospa Media expands their team by 50% in just 6 months, as they eye more big ticket wins this next quarter.

Following an investment in talent and a flood of new clients at the end of 2022, Prospa has enjoyed meteoric growth – increasing revenue by 100% in that time.

The agency, based at Salford Quays has been able to attract some of the best talent that Manchester has to offer to pedal this rapid growth.

Luke Clawson joins Prospa as Head of PPC, bringing a wealth of experience from his work on Aston Martin and the Commonwealth Games – with Beth Windall joining as Search Executive to further strengthen this team.

Prospa also invests in their Paid Social team, Delia Bianza joins as Account Manager to help with the influx of new business.

Asked about the challenges of such growth, Managing Director Jack Smith said, “We can’t hire quick enough, and we’re swamped with applicants – it’s a fantastic position to be in. We’re enjoying working with some of the best brands in the industry – we have to grow in order for our clients to grow. Our rapid growth is being reflected in client results.”

Since its inception just 3 years ago, Prospa Media has established itself as a real young and hungry agency. They boast of campaigns with Nour Hammour, Maison de Fashion, HECK, and Glenmuir to name a few. With a large number of clients added to their roster in 2023 already, they look to bolster their team and maintain the momentum into the next quarter.

Now housing 3 thriving service departments of Social, Search, and Email – they continue to consistently deliver profitable outcomes to valued partners.

Creative Director, Ollie Heum attributes the growth to their ‘Never Settle’ mantra and their transparency, “it’s so exciting to see the growth that we’re having despite the economic circumstances. Ultimately, brands want an agency they can trust more than ever – that’s why we’ve been so successful.”

Prospa looks forward to another couple of quarters of expansion.

Advancing Skincare Insights: Convosphere and System Akvile Collaborate for Revolutionary Research Solution

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Advancing Skincare Insights: Convosphere and System Akvile Collaborate for Revolutionary Research Solution

Leading social-first insights agency Convosphere and innovative data-driven app platform System Akvile have joined forces in an exciting strategic partnership, aiming to reshape the landscape of skincare industry research.

This collaboration harmonizes Convosphere’s expertise in digital market research and social intelligence with System Akvile’s wealth of proprietary user data, providing skincare brands with an unprecedented avenue to delve deep into consumer skin health insights, skincare preferences, unmet needs, and brand usage trends.

System Akvile is on a mission to redefine skin health by introducing users to an all-encompassing data-driven platform, the Akvile AI app. As the pioneer in science-based holistic skin health apps, this platform empowers users to meticulously track and compare skin transformations in relation to their skincare product usage, lifestyle choices, and dietary habits. By leveraging this data, the app delivers tailored experiences that resonate with individual skin needs, thereby enlightening, educating, and empowering users to take control of their own skin health journey.

Backed by a database boasting over 20 million live data points spanning skincare attitudes, habits, and outcomes, System Akvile’s app equips brands with real-world insights that can provide a deeper understanding of their target audience. This reservoir of insights empowers brands to formulate proactive strategies that effectively cater to their customers’ requirements.

System Akvile’s Founder, Dr. Akvile Ignotaite, expresses her enthusiasm for this partnership, stating, “Our collaboration with Convosphere signifies a significant step towards revolutionizing the global skincare industry and making skin health universally accessible.”

“Our comprehensive and continually expanding dataset holds invaluable insights into people’s relationships with skin health, encompassing behaviors and preferences. When coupled with Convosphere’s social intelligence and analytical capabilities, these insights become a valuable resource for the entire skincare industry. This, in turn, can guide brands in developing customer-centric products, effective solutions, and nuanced and responsible communications.”

Convosphere’s dynamic solutions in digital consumer research and social listening complement System Akvile’s user data, offering brands a versatile toolkit to address their business inquiries. Brands can choose from bespoke questionnaires, real-time user data analysis, and customized ad-hoc studies, tailoring their research methods to extract actionable insights relevant to their target markets.

Paul Brothers, Chief Operating Officer of Convosphere, shares his enthusiasm for this partnership, commenting, “Our collaboration with System Akvile empowers skincare brands with cutting-edge research solutions. By blending our expertise in social intelligence with the robust user data from System Akvile’s app, we provide brands with comprehensive user insights, enabling them to make data-driven decisions and forge stronger connections with their customers.”

Insights derived from System Akvile’s app can be augmented with Convosphere’s social intelligence, adding qualitative context to quantitative findings. This comprehensive approach ensures that brands gain a holistic understanding of their target audience, enabling them to fine-tune their marketing strategies and product offerings.

United in their commitment to innovate within the skincare industry, Convosphere and System Akvile offer brands novel research solutions and access to pivotal consumer insights. By harnessing the power of data-driven decision-making, skincare brands can unlock fresh growth opportunities and better address the skin health needs of their customers.

For More Information:

SYSTEM AKVILE

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Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/system-akvile/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@akvile.ai

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUmvkZnzQ0AvgBZxCXaK4mQ

https://systemakvile.com/

CONVOSPHERE

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGuwVdtflKYSXeyARUSAerA/videos

https://convosphere.com/

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HRH The Princess Royal recognises six organisations in North-west England for demonstrating outstanding training

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HRH The Princess Royal recognises six organisations in North-west England for demonstrating outstanding training

HRH The Princess Royal, President of the City and Guilds of London Institute awards six employers in North-west England for their outstanding training and skills development programmes, proven to have had a significant positive impact on their organisation and people.

15 August 2023: City & Guilds has today announced that 53 training programmes are being recognised by the 2023 Princess Royal Training Awards.

Now in its eighth year, The Princess Royal Training Awards continue to recognise organisations in North-west England, truly demonstrating exceptional commitment to learning and development. With skills shortages across the UK increasing and job vacancies doubling, creating engaging learning programmes to grow and retain new and existing talent has never been more crucial.

From small not-for-profit organisations to large multinational employers, the recipients of the award continue to be refreshingly diverse and increasingly innovative in their approach to learning and development each year. Some strong themes have emerged from the programmes being awarded this year, including enhanced diversity, equity and diversity schemes, strong management and leadership training schemes, novel ways of addressing sustainability and climate change, and access schemes designed to create  new talent pipelines and career pathways.

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Gravitas Recruitment: this Manchester-based, global specialist recruitment agency, receives an Award for creating a talent pipeline to support their trainees’ progression. The company specialises in connecting niche talent with employers. After initially receiving an Award in 2017, the business reapplied for revalidation this year. Their application was successful because the company has continued to invest in its ‘Senior Development Consultant’ programme, mentoring trainee consultants to progress to senior consultant level and providing a future talent pipeline to management roles: 70 trainees have completed the programme with 62% remaining with the business and the average time to promotion has halved in the past three years.

IPG Health Medical Communications: this Macclesfield, Cheshire-based, medical communications agency, receives an Award for delivering sustainable training to new recruits in the Pharmaceuticals and healthcare sector. IPG Health Medical Communications introduced a ‘Future Learners and Leaders’ programme that equips their trainees with tailored skills and experience. 102 Associates have since completed the training with 55 of these subsequently gaining promotion. One hundred per cent of associates reported that the programme met their expectations.

Kirstie Donnelly MBE, Chief Executive of City & Guilds said: “The Princess Royal Training Awards demonstrate how training and development can create opportunities and attract new talent to industries to the north-west of England, where there are significant skills gaps and labour shortages.

“It’s encouraging to see six organisations in the north-west gaining recognition, with such a diverse range of employers continuing to apply for a Princess Royal Training Award. Despite the obvious challenges in recent years, these employers have shown unwavering dedication to nurturing their workforce through outstanding training and skills development, resulting in a lasting positive impact.

“As skills shortages and job vacancies rise, investing in training and development can help to increase productivity and harness and retain talent for future growth. Not only is this good for business and the workforce – it is also beneficial for wider society and contributes to thriving local economies. These organisations exemplify the transformative power of investing in people, and we are honoured to celebrate their accomplishments.”

For a full list of this year’s recipients and their training programmes please see the 2023 recipients page or you can find out how to apply for The Princess Royal Training Awards 2024 here.

BRAMHALL SENIOR SITE MANAGER SECURES NATIONAL PRIDE IN THE JOB AWARD

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Daniel Blakley, Senior Site Manager for McCarthy Stone’s latest Queens View Retirement Living development on 64 Ack Lane East, is celebrating after picking up a coveted Pride in the Job Quality Award from the National House Builders’ Council (NHBC).

This marks the second time Daniel has been recognised by the NHBC, after previously winning a Quality Award for his work at McCarthy Stone’s Brideoake Court development, which is situated in Standish. Daniel’s latest achievement also closely follows his Seal of Excellence Award win late last year, which is the next stage of the judging process where Pride in the Job winners are under the spotlight once again.

The Pride in the Job Quality Award recognises his leadership and commitment to quality in all aspects of the work currently underway at Queens View Retirement Living development, offering low maintenance and independent living apartments designed exclusively for people aged 60 and over.

Running for 43 years, the Pride in the Job accolade recognises Site Managers across the country who are at the top of their profession and are creating homes of an outstanding high standard. Judging for the awards is rigorous, and each site manager is assessed across six key areas: consistency, attention to detail, leadership, interpretation of drawings and specifications, technical expertise and health and safety. This year, thousands of site inspections and meticulous scoring and verifications have taken place to decide the winning site managers.

A total of 443 winners have been selected from more than 15,000 entrants, meaning Daniel is amongst the top 3% to receive the award in recognition of his leadership and commitment to quality in all aspects of the work currently underway at Queens View. Daniel will now go on to compete for the NHBC Seal of Excellence once again this autumn.

Commenting on his award success, Daniel, who has been with McCarthy Stone for eight years, said: “At McCarthy Stone, every aspect of our work is considered and conducted thoroughly. I am deeply proud of the entire site team working here at Queens View, as each and every one has had a part to play in securing this award, and they have all been instrumental in improving the quality and detail of the development.

“This ethos and a lot of hard work has helped us consistently deliver developments, like this one in Bramhall, to the highest standard.”

John Tonkiss, McCarthy Stone CEO said: ‘’All of our Site Managers work incredibly hard to deliver the very highest quality developments with outstanding professionalism. I am thrilled that Daniel’s ongoing dedication has been recognised by such a prestigious award. Congratulations, it’s a well-deserved achievement.”

NHBC’s CEO Steve Wood added: Pride in the Job is firmly at the heart of NHBC’s mission to raise standards in the housing industry. It is important we recognise the vital role Site Managers play in ensuring new homes are delivered on time, safely, in addition to meeting construction quality standards. We’d like to say a huge congratulations to Daniel for his achievement.”

 

Once complete, Queens View will provide everything the over 60s could want for an enjoyable and independent retirement. Homeowners will feel safe and secure with a House Manager on hand to take care of the day-to-day running of the development, while a 24-hour emergency call system will provide added peace-of-mind. There will also be a large communal lounge and gardens, perfect for getting to know your new neighbours.

Prices at Queens View currently start from £389,950. Flexible purchase options are also available to make moving even easier.

More than nine out of 10 customers would recommend McCarthy Stone to a friend, ensuring it has received the full Five Star award for customer satisfaction from the Home Builders Federation. McCarthy Stone is the only UK housebuilder of any size or type to achieve this rating every year we have taken part in the survey.

For further details on McCarthy Stone and Retirement Living in Bramhall, call 0800 882 1829 or visit www.mccarthystone.co.uk/queens-view.

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