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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 02:59:28 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Arval launches a new fuel cap service for fleets of vans and HGVa4s]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Arval, Europe's leading fleet and fuel management company, is launching a new and innovative service in the UK, aimed primarily at high fuel volume fleets of vans and HGV's, which will allow businesses to put a cap on the average price of diesel they buy, helping them to set and stay within their fuel budgets.Fuel now represents the second highest expense in owning a vehicle at over 25% of total cost. Between April and May this year diesel prices showed the highest month-on-month increase this decade.As a market leader, Arval are the only fuel card provider to offer a Capped Price Diesel service. This will allow customers to cap the maximum average price of diesel purchases over an agreed period of at least twelve weeks with a minimum volume commitment of diesel over the period.  For an up front fee, customers not only get the advantage of capping the maximum price, but also enjoy the benefit of lower prices if diesel remains under the capped ceiling. This will allow fleet operators and finance directors to budget their fuel costs with a level of certainty.The service launches in October, enabling customers to opt in at specified times throughout the year. They will benefit from greater stability, can set their fuel budgets with more price certainty and may gain a competitive advantage in their industry or market. They can also use it as a back up plan, signing up to the scheme without any cost commitment, so if prices start to become unpredictable they can opt in and cap their diesel expenditure.Arval operate the service through a leading commercial vehicle diesel network of over 1,350 sites. Diesel purchased through this network is often cheaper than the national average pump price because prices are calculated based on the current commercial diesel market (Platts) and then fixed for the week.With over 35 year's experience, Arval is the leading provider of fuel cards in the UK. This expertise makes them ideally placed to offer a commercial vehicle solution to help customers to budget fuel costs effectively, in particular for large van and HGV fleets.Danny Clenaghan, Card Development Director at Arval comments:&quot;Because of our understanding of the fuel market we have been able to develop an innovative new solution to managing fuel costs. We appreciate the pressure that volatile fuel prices put on fleets and have designed this product which will deliver certainty while still providing flexibility.&quot;He adds:&quot;The current economic environment means that fleets require not just great service and value for money, but also more stability to help manage their business through difficult times. Arval can deliver all of these things.&quot;About ArvalPart of BNP Paribas, Arval (http://online.arval.co.uk/) is the leading fleet and fuel management company in the UK with over 30 years of experience in the industry. We manage over 145,000 vehicles and have over 1.2 million drivers using our fuel cards. We provide services to both small business and large corporations including internationally managed contracts.Graham NicholsPR ManagerARVAL UK LtdARVAL CentreWindmill HillSwindonSN5 6PETel: 01793 884453Email: graham.nichols@arval.co.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives announces new gorilla and chimpanzee conservation and action tour]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 08:55:43 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives is pleased to announce a tour of rural Rwanda and Uganda, giving the opportunity to see gorillas and chimpanzees in the wild: http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/trips/Gorilla+and+Chimpanzee+Conservation+in+Action+Tour.aspx  Working closely with the Director of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund Karisoke Reseach Centre, this tour was established in 1999 and designed specifically to allow our clients the unique opportunity to gain a real insight into the conservation process in the region, under the watchful eye of one of the regions top primatologists.Unlike many other primate tours, this trip offers much more than just a glimpse into the world of the gorilla, but aims to feature a more holistic approach to mountain gorilla tourism in each area and the chance to experience the huge diversity of flora and fauna found in Uganda and Rwanda. Whilst the highlight for many people is to track the gorillas up to four times, you will also have the chance to follow chimpanzees, explore the open savannah's of Queen Elizabeth National Park and enjoy an exciting river safari on the Kazinga Channel.Visitors' participation on this tour not only helps to directly fund local conservation projects through the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund (International) but also offers the chance to meet some of the colourful communities involved in this vital work.Tour Dates31 January 2009 - 13 February 2009 (14 days)31 May 2009 - 13 June 2009 (14 days)06 September 2009 - 19 September 2009 (14 days)Costs (currency converter)From 5695 including international flights and three permits per personWhat's included?International economy return flights from London, all accommodation on a full board basis unless otherwise shown, transport, THREE gorilla permits per person, (2 in Parc des Volcans and 1 in Bwindi), services of English-speaking guide/driver, local guides and trackers, primatologist tour leader. Bottled water throughout, alcohol at Virunga, Bwindi and Mgahinga Lodges, a contribution of US$100 per person is given to support local community and conservation projects sponsored by the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund (International) and a donation to the Rainforest Concern to help offset the carbon emissions from your flight.What's excluded?Travel insurance, visas, vaccinations, items of a personal nature, gratuities, alcohol unless stated, soft drinks, extra meals and additional gorilla permits.ConservationDian Fossey Gorilla Fund InternationalFounded by Dian Fossey in 1978 the fund is dedicated to the conservation of gorillas and their habitats in Africa through anti-poaching, regular monitoring, research, education and support of local communities.ExpertiseJulia LloydThis journey is led by Julia Lloyd, a respected and experienced primatologist who has spent a number of years living and working in the area with a team of researchers, habituating and studying primates.About Discovery InitiativesDiscovery Initiatives (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk) specialises in arranging tailor made holidays to exotic destinations. All Discovery Initiatives consultants have first hand and in-depth knowledge of all the countries they cover. For further information, please call 01285 643333.For further information, please contact:Kieran MurphyDiscovery Initiatives enquiry@discoveryinitiatives.co.ukTel: 01285 643333 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives announces new Rwanda Kingdom of the Gorilla tour]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 07:48:31 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives is pleased to announce a tour of rural Rwanda, giving the opportunity to see gorillas in the wild: http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/trips/Rwanda+Kingdom+of+the+Gorilla.aspx A visit to Rwanda will leave visitors with unforgettable memories of a very special place - the warmth of the Rwandese people, the spectacular countryside and of course, the iconic mountain gorilla. Visitors will also be touched by the optimism and vitality of the Rwandan people who are working hard to rebuild their communities and livelihoods and who always offer a very warm welcome to all visitors to their country. This tour not only gives visitors the opportunity to see the mountain gorillas but also to give a deeper understanding of their fragile environment and the issues that local people and wildlife face living alongside each other.Tour Dates14 February 2009 - 21 February 2009 (8 days)19 June 2009 - 26 June 2009 (8 days)22 August 2009 - 29 August 2009 (8 days)05 September 2009 - 12 September 2009 (8 days)Costs (currency converter)From 2945 sharingIncluding all flights to and from the UK and TWO gorilla permits per personWhat's included?International economy return flights from London, all accommodation on a full board basis (except in Kigali which is bed and breakfast), transport, TWO gorilla permits in Parc des Volcans per person, services of English-speaking guide/driver, local guides and trackersWhat's excluded?Travel insurance (mandatory), visas, vaccinations, items of a personal nature, gratuities, alcohol, soft drinks, extra meals and any additional permits.ConservationInternational Gorilla Conservation ProgrammeThe goal of the International Gorilla Conservation Programme (IGCP) is to ensure the conservation of Mountain gorillas and their habitat in Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).About Discovery InitiativesDiscovery Initiatives (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk) specialises in arranging tailor made holidays to exotic destinations. All Discovery Initiatives consultants have first hand and in-depth knowledge of all the countries they cover. For further information, please call 01285 643333.For further information, please contact:Kieran MurphyDiscovery Initiatives enquiry@discoveryinitiatives.co.ukTel: 01285 643333 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[WRVS supporting National Grandparents day on 5 October]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2008 03:22:20 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[National Grandparents Day is a national event celebrating the important role grandparents play in society and forms part of a week-long celebration celebrating older people which started on the 1 October with Older People's Day.To help dispel the traditional stereotype of older people, Chessington World of Adventures and Zoo are calling on all budding grandad-olescents and gritty grannies to put down their pipes and knitting at home and to celebrating National Grandparents Day with them on 5 October by offering free entry to the first 100 grandparents who visit the Park with a full-paying child (under 12).  See their website for full terms and conditions. Here's an example of the shocking behaviour expected from grandparents who visit the park, visit www.chessington.com/grandparentsday Have a Happy Grandparent DayAbout WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) volunteers and employees work together to support people in need who might otherwise feel lonely and isolated, whether at home, in hospital, or in times of crisis. For further information, please call 01235 442949.Lidia DraneWeb co-ordinatorTel 01235 442949lidia.drane@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Arval commits to ESC in drive to reduce accidents]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 02:40:38 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[With the potential to cut accident rates by 40%, Arval is making crash prevention system Electronic Stability Control (ESC) standard on all vehicles within its company car choice list and believes that all fleets should follow suit. ESC works by stabilising the vehicle in critical situations, preventing skidding by monitoring the position of the steering wheel and comparing it with the direction that the car is heading. Sensors around the car can detect if a vehicle is straying from the intended line of travel and help to bring it back on track by braking individual wheels. With campaigners claiming that 4,000 road traffic deaths and 3,000 serious injuries could be saved in the UK if all new vehicles were equipped with ESC, pressure is mounting on legislators to make the life-saving technology mandatory on all new vehicles. The technology has been around for a while but there are still many drivers who don't have ESC on their vehicles, or worse still, do but don't know what it does so disable it. Tracey Young, Fleet Manager at Arval comments, &quot;Around 40% of fatal road accidents are a result of skidding and studies show that ESC could dramatically reduce this. Obviously there is no substitute for careful driving, but this is a really valuable safety feature that will help reduce the risk of death or serious injury for our drivers.&quot; She adds, &quot;The benefits are broad as ESC does not just make drivers safer, it also helps fleets to meet their ongoing duty of care responsibilities and reduce their accident costs. With this in mind we believe that fleets should be making the technology a standard requirement when selecting vehicles.&quot;   This commitment to ESC falls within a wide-ranging and ongoing programme that Arval delivers to ensure the safety of its drivers. This combines a clear policy on vehicle choice and specification with driver training and education, comprehensive information and regular vehicle checks. David Fulker, Head of UK &amp; Ireland Marketing at Bosch Automotive believes that every company car should be fitted with the technology: &quot;If more fleets ensured that car choice is restricted to vehicles with ESC, we would see an immediate improvement to the safety of company car drivers and other road users and our roads would be less dangerous. Arval ought to be congratulated for taking this step.&quot;About ArvalPart of BNP Paribas, Arval (http://online.arval.co.uk/) is the leading fleet and fuel management company in the UK with over 30 years of experience in the industry. We manage over 145,000 vehicles and have over 1.2 million drivers using our fuel cards. We provide services to both small business and large corporations including internationally managed contracts.Graham NicholsPR ManagerARVAL UK LtdARVAL CentreWindmill HillSwindonSN5 6PETel: 01793 884453Email: graham.nichols@arval.co.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Arval secure van contract with Powerminster Gleeson Services]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 01:49:17 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[The UK's leading fleet and fuel management company, Arval, has secured a sole supply deal with Powerminster Gleeson Services Ltd to manage their LCV fleet of over 80 light commercial vehicles.Based in Sheffield, Powerminster Gleeson Services is a member of the MJ Gleeson Group. Their product areas are broad, ranging across Gas, Heating, Plumbing Installation to Service and Planned/Reactive Facility Maintenance, Estates and broader Managed Services as well as Kitchen and Bathroom Replacement schemes through registered social landlord projects.Having been an existing fuel client with Arval for a number of years they went to tender late last year, for the sole supply of their LCV fleet, eventually awarding the deal to Arval. To date they have ordered 73 vehicles through supplying dealer Hartwell Citroen, who are part of Arval's preferred supplier network.Fiona Hall, Sales Director at Arval, commented:&quot;We are delighted to have demonstrated the expertise required to extend our relationship with Powerminster Gleeson Services and win their LCV account. We look forward to delivering significant benefit to them and further strengthening our existing partnership.&quot;Darrell Fox, Finance Director at Powerminster Gleeson Services commented:&quot;Powerminster have a long standing relationship with Arval through the continuing fuel account and are delighted to have been able to place the additional account for our LCV fleet with them. The LCV fleet is a critical part of our ability to deliver an effective service to our customers and we saw Arval as the type of company that we are looking to increase our partnering with by adding strength to our supply chain.&quot;.About ArvalPart of BNP Paribas, Arval (http://online.arval.co.uk/) is the leading fleet and fuel management company in the UK with over 30 years of experience in the industry. We manage over 145,000 vehicles and have over 1.2 million drivers using our fuel cards. We provide services to both small business and large corporations including internationally managed contracts.Graham NicholsPR ManagerARVAL UK LtdARVAL CentreWindmill HillSwindonSN5 6PETel: 01793 884453Email: graham.nichols@arval.co.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[WRVS centre in Banbury to hold open day on 27 September 2008]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 06:39:27 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[WRVS Cornhill Centre and Caf in Banbury will be hosting an open day and information fair for older people and are all set to offer a fun and informative day celebrating services available including activity demonstrations of the Wii Fit, keep fit, dancing, and from Cherwell District Council, indoor skittles and new age kurling.  The health bus will be on-site with community health trainers offering advice and guidance on health issues. The open day will be held at the WRVS Cornhill Centre, Castle Street, Banbury OX 16 5NT. It will run from 11am to 3pm and will take place on 27 September. There will be free taster sessions in complementary therapies and a cookery demonstration along with information stalls from WRVS and the Oxford County Council Community Development Team, the Low Vision Services, the Trading Standards Team, Help The Aged and the Fire Service to name a few covering subjects such as home safety and healthy living for older people. The caf will also be open serving a range of healthy snacks and refreshments and there will be a raffle and five-a-day bag giveaways on offer.Liz Reed, centre development manager said: &quot;The open day is a fantastic opportunity to pop in, have a cuppa and see for yourself not only what we do, but also what other services are available to older people in the district.  We're a friendly bunch with a team of dedicated volunteers supporting everything we do.  Everyone is welcome to attend and free local transport to and from the event can be provided by calling us on 01295 264214.&quot;Local health trainers, Tina Armstrong and Gita Kassan-Dixon said:  &quot;Pop in to our health bus, outside the centre, meet with one of our team and have a chat about supporting you towards a healthier lifestyle.  Let us work together on achieving your aims- you will soon feel fitter and healthier!&quot;WRVS invites all to come and join WRVS to celebrate and promote the wide range of services available to older people in the local area.  Whether you're are thinking of becoming one of over 400 regulars of the centre, are looking for volunteering opportunities or just interested in knowing what is going on then come along and help us to enjoy the day.About WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) volunteers and employees work together to support people in need who might otherwise feel lonely and isolated, whether at home, in hospital, or in times of crisis. For further information, please call 01235 442949.Lidia DraneWeb co-ordinatorTel 01235 442949lidia.drane@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives sponsors annual Galapagos Day at the Royal Geographical Society]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 06:55:59 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives is once again sponsoring the annual Galapagos Day held on the Wednesday 24 September at 6.00pm Royal Geographic Society.An evening with Ben Fogle, TV presenter and Graham Watkins, Executive Director of the Charles Darwin Foundation, talking about the beauty and diversity of this captivating group of islands, but also the long term conversation challenges faced by this double World Heritage Site. All money raised from the evening is in aid of the Galapagos Conservation Trust. The amazing diversity of life on the Galapagos Islands is largely due to a phenomenon known as the Humboldt Current. Ocean currents are caused and affected by many different factors, including the gravitational pull of the moon, the earth's rotation, underwater geography, salinity, wind and water temperature. These currents are very important to life on land, as they can affect climate, shipping, fishing and life such as birds or other species that live off of marine animals and fish.Visitors are invited to meet the team to discuss their own travel adventures and help support the Galapagos. For more information, please contact Discovery Initiatives on 01285 643333 or contact Abigail at the Galapagos Conservation Trust on abigail@gct.org or phone on 020 7629 5049.About Discovery InitiativesDiscovery Initiatives (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk) specialises in arranging tailor made holidays to exotic destinations. All Discovery Initiatives consultants have first hand and in-depth knowledge of all the countries they cover. For further information, please call 01285 643333.For further information, please contact:Chris JohnstonDiscovery Initiatives enquiry@discoveryinitiatives.co.ukTel: 01285 643333 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[WRVS volunteers announced as regional winners in Nationwide Community and Heritage Awards.]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 06:38:09 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Fantastic news from Sussex where volunteers from WRVS' Heritage Plus projects have become regional winners in the Nationwide Community and Heritage Awards.Rod Patterson, WRVS Heritage Plus volunteer in Portslade, East Sussex and project co-ordinator Veronica Payne from Eastbourne, represented the projects at the awards ceremony held at Reading Town Hall on 17 July where the prizes just kept coming!The Heritage Plus won the Regional Award along with 100 worth of leisure vouchers and a nomination award for the National Selection with 250 vouchers.Rod who has given the most volunteer hours to Heritage Plus, along with eight other volunteers from the project will each receive part of the 100 leisure prize in honour of the various roles they take on and their dedication.Rod has undertaken training with the project and works closely with his project co-ordinator Nicola Benge, to facilitate activity workshops. He has facilitated activities at the WRVS centre in Portslade, and three sheltered accommodation venues throughout Brighton. He has also found time to help at publicity events, performances and given talks and run quizzes.The 250 vouchers will be put towards food, drink and gifts for a special volunteer thank you party that is being organised for November so that all the volunteers can get to see their award, congratulate each other and meet up socially after all their hard work.In addition, WRVS were also given 500 to give to a charity of our choice - this money will be given to WRVS community centres.Heritage Plus project manager Kirsty Henshall said: &quot;This is brilliant and a real tribute to all the volunteers across the project and I'm delighted that they will all be able to share in the award when we have our thank you party in November. &quot;Thank you to everyone who helps at the projects, you make such a difference to people's lives.&quot;Watch this space for all the news from the national finals of the Nationwide Heritage Awards ceremony which will take place at the Tower of London on 11 November.About WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) is one of the UK's largest charities and voluntary organisations. WRVS aims to give older people the opportunity and choice to get more out of life. If you are interested in voluntary work or volunteering, please contact WRVS.For further information, please contact:Lidia DraneWeb co-ordinatorTel 01235 442949lidia.drane@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[WRVS chosen as 2008a4s supported charity by Lloyds Pharmacy Charitable Fund]]></title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 07:33:47 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[WRVS has once again been selected by the Lloydspharmacy Charitable Fund to be supported by in-store collections during 2008. From 6 August to 2 September, all Lloydspharmacy stores throughout England, Scotland and Wales will be taking part in the collection to raise funds for WRVS and our work to prevent loneliness in older people. During this time, all donations made by customers in stores will be gifted back to WRVS. Lloydspharmacy is the largest community pharmacy chain in the UK and as a responsible health care provider they also actively support the work undertaken by charities. The Lloydspharmacy Charitable Fund began in February 2001.Chloe Hudson, consumer PR and charity at Lloydspharmacy, said: &quot;The Lloydspharmacy Charitable Fund is primarily concerned with supporting charities relating to health, wellbeing, children and community projects. During 2008 one of the charities that we will be supporting is WRVS. We are privileged to be working with this charity as they are a highly respected organisation which provides valuable services to local communities that we serve.&quot;About WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) is one of the UK's largest charities and voluntary organisations. WRVS aims to give older people the opportunity and choice to get more out of life. If you are interested in voluntary work or volunteeringFor further information, please contact:Lidia DraneWeb co-ordinatorTel 01235 442949lidia.drane@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[WRVS chief exeutive appointed to the panel of the Third Sector Advisory Board (TSAB)]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 05:45:22 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Lynne Berry, chief executive of WRVS, has today, 1 July, been appointed to the panel of the new Third Sector Advisory Body (TSAB). Lynne expressed her delight at being appointed to the panel: &quot;It will be an honour to work with such a distinguished group of people to support a thriving third sector. At a time when all political parties and every government department has emphasised the vital role of the third sector, it will be tremendous to have the opportunity to influence policy making and to help create the conditions in which voluntary organisations, social enterprises and charities can continue to flourish.&quot; The TSAB was set up following the widest ever consultation with the third sector and aims to provide ministers with clear and authoritative advice on policy regarding the third sector, including charities, voluntary groups and social enterprise. Phil Hope, Minister for the Third Sector, said: &quot;The advisory body has a hugely important role in helping the Government make the right choices for a thriving third sector.&quot;Baroness Jill Pitkeathley OBE who was appointed as the chair of TSAB on 9 April, said: &quot;I'm delighted with these appointments. Their range of experience and backgrounds will ensure a robust advisory body that won't be afraid to talk straight. We will start work as soon as possible to ensure that the third sector's interests are put at the heart of policy making.&quot;About WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) is one of the UK's largest charities and voluntary organisations. WRVS aims to give older people the opportunity and choice to get more out of life. If you are interested in voluntary work or volunteering, please contact WRVSFor further information, please contact:Paul TwocockWRVSTel 01235 442900paul.twocock@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Over 30 WRVS employees attend special thank you presentation event]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 02:50:12 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Over 30 WRVS volunteers from the WRVS tea bar in the outpatients and maternity department tea bar at Caerphilly Miners Hospital attended a special presentation event on 1 July to be thanked for all their hard work and to take the opportunity to gift back 22,000 back to the hospital.Peter Sampson, vice-chairman of Gwent Healthcare NHS Trust accepted the gift which was made possible from the contribution made by the WRVS volunteers over the last two years from profits made at tea bar.The money has been divided among various departments including Physiotherapy, Accident and emergency department, Outpatients, Physiotherapy, Antenatal, Cardiology, and the Nantgarw ward to enable them to purchase vital equipment to benefit all the people who use the hospital.Mr Sampson said: &quot;I am so pleased to be present here today as I am always in awe of all the volunteers who give up their time to help the local people at this local hospital. I am also extremely pleased to be able to acknowledge the fantastic contribution you have all made in raising the sum of 22, 772.19 over the past two years.&quot; Many staff and sisters from the various departments who benefited from the new equipment came along to offer their thanks and explain how the equipment had helped to make such a difference to patients and staffAfter a celebratory lunch, a special thanks was extended to Dorothy Lewis who was retiring after 21 years of being a WRVS volunteer project manager. She received a thank you letter for her hard work and commitment to volunteering over many years from WRVS vice-chairman, Val Everitt and some flowers. But Dorothy doesn't plan on hanging up her tabard for long - she is continuing to do a shift a week at the tea bar and will help to train the new volunteer project manager in the near future.About WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) is one of the UK's largest charities and voluntary organisations. WRVS aims to give older people the opportunity and choice to get more out of life. If you are interested in voluntary work or volunteering, please contact WRVS.For further information, please contact:Lidia DraneWeb co-ordinatorTel 01235 442949lidia.drane@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[WRVSa4 birthday publicised on BBC Radio Wales]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 06:10:18 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[BBC Radio Wales joined WRVS's 70th birthday celebrations today, 11 July, when WRVS chief executive, Lynne Berry, and long-standing volunteer, Mary Howard Jones, joined breakfast show presenter Bethan Rhys Roberts to talk about WRVS' 70 years of volunteering, and why volunteering with us is just as important and vibrant today as it was in 1938.WRVS volunteer, Mary Howard Jones, joined WRVS in the early 1950s as an ambulance driver and now works in a Darby and Joan club and is an emergency services volunteer: &quot;I'm still enjoying every moment. It's a great privilege and people should really think about it.&quot;Lynne Berry explained that WRVS was looking for new volunteers from any age or background. She described how volunteers get a huge amount of out the work they do, whatever they are looking for out of volunteering: &quot;One young woman, has been involved in her local hospital in Ysbyty Gwynedd and set up a committee called the a4can do' group. She and other young people are involved in a whole range of things from mobile phone recycling for raising funds to carrying out information and advice. Young people were getting involved in a whole range of things. &quot;Many of them find that this a fantastic way of developing skills, building up their experience, their confidence so that when they come to apply for university or when they're at university they can really build up their CV,&quot; she said. &quot;It helps them enormously as a step forward into work later on.&quot;&quot;It's just wonderful because we've long had a history of feisty young women, and men, getting involved with us and I'm really glad we're able to do so still.&quot;The whole interview can be found at bbc.co.uk until Thursday 17 July 2008 on their listen again service. Please fast-forward to two hours 18 minutes into the programme.About WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) is one of the UK's largest charities and voluntary organisations. WRVS aims to give older people the opportunity and choice to get more out of life. If you are interested in voluntary work or volunteering, please contact WRVS.For further information, please contact:Lidia DraneWeb co-ordinatorTel 01235 442949lidia.drane@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[WRVS employee wins Fundraiser of the Year award]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 09:19:17 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Michael Dent, relationship management manager for WRVS was last night (7 July) presented with title of a4Fundraiser of the Year' in the annual Institute of Fundraising award ceremony held at the Hilton London Metropole. Michael Dent said: &quot;It's been absolutely amazing, it's been great for me, great for WRVS and great for the people that we help every day. My thanks go out to our super team who have worked with such enthusiasm, motivation and creativity.&quot; Michael joined WRVS in 2005 and has shown himself to be an outstanding fundraiser, turning a poorly designed and implemented individual giving programme into a highly successful, well planned one. He has introduced face-to-face, insert, cold mail and raffle campaigns along with a major donor programme, legacy strategy and an innovative in Memoriam programme. His innovations have turned a net loss of 250,000 in 2005 into a current net profit of over 600,000 in 2007. Michael added: &quot;I've been in fundraising now for over eight years and done everything from run the London Marathon, the a4Great Gorilla Run' and bungee jumping from Chelsea Bridge. This award just convinces me that there's more work to be done, more supporters to be brought in and a lasting practical difference to make to people's lives.&quot; For further information on the awards and winners of other categories, visit www.nationalawards.org.ukTaking part in one of our fundraising events and raising money or making a donation to WRVS enables us to make a massive difference to those in need in local communities across England, Scotland and Wales.About WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) is one of the UK's largest charities and voluntary organisations. WRVS aims to give older people the opportunity and choice to get more out of life. If you are interested in voluntary work or would like to make a charity donation, please contact WRVS.For further information, please contact:Lidia DraneWeb co-ordinatorTel 01235 442949lidia.drane@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Digicore Vehicle Tracking announce Yorkshire Water as a new C-Track customer]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2008 03:41:45 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Yorkshire Water - the leading utility water company within the UK providing water and waste water services to more than 4.7m people and 140,000 businesses - has appointed DigiCore to install a sophisticated vehicle tracking solution across its fleet of technician vehicles. The phased roll-out of DigiCore's C-track system follows a detailed 12-month trial involving 60 vehicles that has demonstrated widespread fleet benefits including increased productivity, reduced fuel usage and enhanced customer service.The pilot scheme has achieved added visibility and control enabling Yorkshire Water to increase the optimisation of technicians working in the field, including a rise in the number of completed jobs per day by up to 13.5 per cent. Furthermore, there has been a significant reduction in the time it took office-based schedulers to identify a suitable technician, as well as a 30 per cent improvement in emergency response times.Elsewhere, Yorkshire Water experienced an increase in the miles travelled per litre of fuel, with an average increase of approximately 12.5 per cent. This added fuel efficiency has not only reduced overheads, but also realised substantial environmental benefits. Through the duration of the trial, fuel usage was cut by almost 3,500 litres, with savings in carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions of more than 9 tonnes.Tom O'Connor, Managing Director of DigiCore Ltd said: &quot;This detailed evaluation and adoption of the C-track shows the measurable benefits that can be achieved by using the system. The advanced nature of C-track enables the development of bespoke solutions that meet the diverse needs of our customers and achieve definite returns on investment.&quot;C-track is a sophisticated fleet management system that adopts the latest technology to provide a comprehensive real-time vehicle management tool. This proven solution provides vital information about mobile assets and workforce, and offers a scaleable mobile solution that meets the complex needs of car, van and commercial vehicle fleet operators.About DigicoreDigicore (www.digicore.co.uk) works in partnership with its customers to develop solutions that deliver measurable business and operational benefits by providing total visibility and control of mobile assets and mobile work forces. They are one of the leading vehicle tracking specialists in the UK.For further information, please contact:Tom O'ConnorDigicoreinfo@digicore.co.ukTel: +44 (0)20 8515 2900 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Lottery funded WRVS project links to communityin East Sussex]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2008 05:23:59 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[WRVS' Heritage Plus project in East Sussex launches its new community history website today which showcases the diverse and fascinating personal histories from people within Sussex, including audiovisual extracts. The site can be seen at www.heritageplus.org.uk. WRVS' Heritage Plus is funded by the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund. It celebrates and documents peoples individual and community histories through regular activities, events and outings.  It brings together people of all ages to explore their histories and life experiences - their shared heritage. The aim of the website is to enable young and old to add their own family heritage for people worldwide to view and comment on. This is an excellent way to promote positive ageing along with archiving valuable memories that would otherwise be lost. This gives everyone the opportunity to record their stories, their lives and their loves. One of the volunteers at the project said: &quot;It's Interesting listening to people's memories, entertaining joining in the fun of sharing experiences, rewarding to be part of a project preserving these memories and experiences for the future. That's what being a WRVS Heritage Plus volunteer means to me.&quot; The website was designed by Community Sites and produced by WRVS Heritage Plus staff and volunteers. The website launch will be celebrated at three venues; St. Richards Church and Community Centre in Hove; WRVS Russell Centre in Eastbourne and at WRVS' Isobel Blackman Centre in St. Leonards-on-Sea. About WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) is one of the UK's largest charities and voluntary organisations. WRVS aims to give older people the opportunity and choice to get more out of life. If you are interested in voluntary work or would like to make a charity donation, please contact WRVS.For further information, please contact:Paul TwocockWRVSTel 01235 442900paul.twocock@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Aborted house sales reach record high, according to quickmovenow.coma4s FTI index]]></title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2008 01:44:48 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Quick Move Fall Through Index (FTI) shows a record level of aborted sales over the last 6 months; The FTI rate for May was 46%.This is a knock on effect of the problems being experienced in the property market which show no sign of abating.Anyone lucky enough to find a buyer in this tough market may think that is the end of it but the reality is that huge volumes of sales are falling through every week.The professional pre-sale checks undertaken by Quick Move reduces the fall through rate so the volume of aborted sales experienced by the normal vendor will be much greater.As always these vendors face the prospect of losing their onward purchase and remain exposed to the deteriorating market conditions. They will also lose out financially with costs sunk into solicitors, estate agents, HIP's, survey and mortgage fees, which often exceed of 2000.&quot;Until general confidence in the property market returns and the issues with the credit crisis are resolved we don't see any short term improvement in the level of aborted sales.&quot;Not all property sales that are agreed go on to complete and the percentage of sales falling through varies greatly with prevailing market conditions.When a chain collapses sellers can face a number of issues:-Large delay in selling as whole marketing/sale process is restarted.-Lose onward purchase.-Remain exposed to changing market conditions.-Lose out financially with costs sunk into solicitors, estate agents, home information packs, survey and mortgage fees often exceeding 2000.About Quick Move NowQuick Move Now (http://www.quickmovenow.com) is a house buying company that began trading in 1998 and has developed rapidly, establishing Quick Move Now as the leading house sale company in the UK. Annually Quick Move Now help over 400 people move home. Quick Move Now work closely with both individuals and companies, meeting the needs of everyone and every situation.For further information, please contact:Danny LukeQuick Move Nowenquiries@quickmovenow.comTel: 01793 840 915 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[WRVS announces volunteer week celebrations for 1-7 June]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jun 2008 08:23:50 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[This year's Volunteers' Week, 1 - 7 June coincides with celebrations of WRVS' 70th birthday taking place over throughout spring and summer 2008.WRVS chairman, Ruth Markland, said: &quot;WRVS has achieved so much in the past 70 years and that's all down to our volunteers. Every one has made a difference to people in their community, from the crisis of the Second World War to the work we do today to help older people stay independent and get more out of life. I want to say a big thank you to each one of our volunteers past and present, you have made WRVS what it is today.&quot;The difference WRVS volunteers make is shown by the uploading of some of their real life stories of volunteering in homes, in their communities, in hospitals and emergency situations on the WRVS website.Volunteers' Week is the UK's annual celebration of the work volunteers do. During the Week, WRVS will be holding events and exhibitions across the country to recognise and reward their volunteers and to recruit new volunteers.For more information about Volunteers' Week, visit www.volunteersweek.org.ukWRVS is able to provide many different volunteering opportunities in local communities, in hospitals, in homes and in emergency situations. To find out how to become a WRVS volunteer call 0845 601 4670 (all calls charged at local rate) or register to volunteer online and a local manager will contact you.About WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) is one of the UK's largest charities and voluntary organisations. WRVS aims to give older people the opportunity and choice to get more out of life. If you are interested in voluntary work or would like to make a charity donation, please contact WRVS.For further information, please contact:Paul TwocockWRVSTel 01235 442900paul.twocock@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[House sellers face a 50% chance of an agreed sale falling through, say quickmovenow.com]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2008 07:16:58 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Property sellers face a one in two chance of their sale falling through, according to research from Quickmovenow.com, a leading home purchase company. The firm's &quot;Fall Through Index&quot; (FTI) released today shows that fall-through rates have doubled since their records began in 2006. Quickmovenow.com blames the current market conditions, for these failings. Hywel Luke, managing director, Quickmovenow.com says, &quot;This gives us a real indication of how market conditions are affecting home owners looking to sell their property and, as with most market indicators, the FTI outlook for the near future is poor. &quot;Back in 2006 and early 2007 the market was extremely competitive.  Buyers' would do anything to secure a property and were able to stretch mortgagees to the limit as well as get easy access to temporary bridging finance. Since August 2007 the market has hardened which has led to sales taking longer to agree and an increasing ratio of collapsed chains&quot; explains Luke. Several reasons are behind the rising Quickmovenow.com FTI:Firstly, buyers have lost confidence in the market, so when negative stories hit the news it's not uncommon for them to get a4itchy feet' and pull out of the transaction. Secondly, many buyers are unable to secure the mortgage they were initially offered and only have access to more expensive options. Thirdly, buyers with even slightly dubious financial backgrounds are falling foul of more stringent underwriting by lenders. &quot;However, there is an option available for those needing a quick sale, Quickmovenow.com provides clients with a fast, secure and efficient sale.  As cash buyers Quickmovenow.com are not affected by issues relating to chains or from problems in the mortgage market caused by the credit crisis,&quot; concludes Luke.About Quick Move NowQuick Move Now (http://www.quickmovenow.com) is a house buying company that began trading in 1998 and has developed rapidly, establishing Quick Move Now as the leading house sale company in the UK. Annually Quick Move Now help over 400 people move home. Quick Move Now work closely with both individuals and companies, meeting the needs of everyone and every situation.For further information, please contact:Danny LukeQuick Move Nowenquiries@quickmovenow.comTel: 01793 840 915 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives announces new China tour to track Giant Pandas.]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2008 07:27:31 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives is pleased to announce a tour of rural China, giving the opportunity to track and view Giant Pandas: http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/China/Wild_Giant_Panda_and_Rural_Study_Tour. This tour to Sichuan and Shaanxi provinces aims to give a privileged insight into two panda reserves, which up until now have had little tourism. The itinerary allows unique viewing and trekking opportunities to track and view wild pandas in their natural habitat, as well as meeting with traditional rural communities, still practising their ancient agricultural methods, and meeting with the individuals fighting to ensure the survival of wilderness in China.The Reserves of Foping and Changqing were established in the late 1990s as two of eight contiguous reserves set up for Giant panda protection in the Qinling Mountains, south of Xian, and as such hold some of the best high altitude primary forest and flora to be seen in China. Around 220 species of birds and other endangered mammals including Clouded leopard, Takin, Goral and Tufted deer also inhabit the park.Furthermore visitors will explore traditional agricultural practices, enjoy local cuisine, visit ancient cultural sites, stay in traditional rural towns and experience a local homestead with an optional home stay. Offering a range of accommodation options from a park research station to comfortable local hotels and optional camping, this trip will give travellers an alternative view of China that few people witness in a rapidly changing country. Finally end with a day in Xian to see the Terracotta warriors and the great walled city of Xian.This is a challenging tour programme, and travellers should be reasonably fit and capable of walking and trekking in mountainous terrain to gain the greatest enjoyment.The dates for this trip are 27th November to 10th December 2008; 12th - 25th March 2009 and 2nd - 15th April 2009. Prices start at 3250 per person. Visit http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/China/Wild_Giant_Panda_and_Rural_Study_Tour for more information. About Discovery InitiativesDiscovery Initiatives (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk) specialises in arranging tailor made holidays to exotic destinations. All Discovery Initiatives consultants have first hand and in-depth knowledge of all the countries they cover. For further information, please call 01285 643333.For further information, please contact:Justin WateridgeDiscovery Initiatives enquiry@discoveryinitiatives.co.ukTel: 01285 643333 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives announces new Borneo trip to see Orangutans close up]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2008 06:22:22 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives are pleases to announce a new trip to Borneo to see Orangutans close up: http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Borneo/Orangutan_Study_Tour. The Orangutan Foundation, in exclusive cooperation with Discovery Initiatives for the last ten years, allows a privileged few participants per year an opportunity to go backstage in their famous rainforest study area of Tanjung Puting National Park in Borneo. Each trip is led by Ashley Leiman, head of the Orangutan Foundation in the UK or one of her colleagues.Participants are comfortably accommodated at the Rimba Lodge and spend most days visiting Camp Leakey; the historic research site established by Dr Birute Galdikas. Here they will be taken on guided walks trough the rainforest, and will hopefully spot wild orangutans. If the group is lucky enough to see wild orangutans they will a4follow' the orangutan until it makes a nest at night and may have the opportunity to stay the night in the forest, sleeping under the stars, waiting for the orangutan to wake at dawn.Travellers will meet and get to know some of the rehabilitated orangutans that inhabit Tanjung Puting National Park and have the chance to watch them at feeding time. The team will also visit the Orangutan Foundation's Care Centre, conduct wildlife river surveys and explore the nearby town.In joining this tour not only will travellers have the privilege of seeing these gentle creatures in the wild but also help in the fight against their extinction. Participants must be aged 18 and upwards.Justin Wateridge, MD of Discovery Initiatives, commented: &quot;This trip will give a privileged insight into Orangutan conservation and rehabilitation. Travellers will spend a full 9 days in the forest, and gain a fascinating behind the scenes look at the Orangutan Care and Rehabilitation Centre.&quot;Dates for this trip are 13th - 26th September 2008; 20th June - 3rd July 2009; 29th August - 1tth September 2009 and 12th Spetember - 25th September 2009. Prices start at 2995 per person. Visit http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Borneo/Orangutan_Study_Tour for more information. About Discovery InitiativesDiscovery Initiatives (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk) specialises in arranging tailor made holidays to exotic destinations. All Discovery Initiatives consultants have first hand and in-depth knowledge of all the countries they cover. For further information, please call 01285 643333.For further information, please contact:Justin WateridgeDiscovery Initiatives enquiry@discoveryinitiatives.co.ukTel: 01285 643333 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[WRVS staff set to take on a challenge of a lifetime and trek the Inca Trail in Peru]]></title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2008 02:33:21 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Its only two weeks to go until WRVS communications officer Jo White and direct marketing officer Sarah fly the 9,905 kilometres to Peru to trek the Inca Trail. They will then be trekking over 25 miles in five days - thats up to ten hours a day until they get to their ultimate destination Machu Piccu, 4,200 metres above sea level.Inspired by the firsthand experiences they had seen of WRVS services in the community they decided to make WRVS' 70th anniversary year a year to remember and take on a challenge of a lifetime.Their reward for this challenging high altitude walk, hike and climb will be to raise 4,200 - 1 for every metre above sea level - for WRVS.4,200 will allow WRVS to support 56 older people for a whole year by supporting them in their communities - from Meals on Wheels to community centres and community transport. &quot;We are both getting so excited about going. We signed up for this in November last year but with a half marathon and weekly training walks under our belts - including a 20-mile walk this weekend - we now feel ready and determined to do it&quot;, said Sarah.Added Jo, &quot;Rather than just ask for sponsorship we've wanted to get friends, colleagues and family to join in with our fundraising so have run loads of different events to get them involved. Our latest events are not only to raise those final funds but also a way of thanking our long suffering supporters! We are holding a pub quiz this Sunday at The Marsh Harrier, a pub in Cowley in Oxfordshire, and a rounders tournament, a barbecue and a party in the couple of weeks. We hope everyone has as much fun as we have fundraising over the last few months.&quot;Our fundraisers are so close to their final target and are hoping that this final push will see them through. They would like to thank everyone who has bought something from them at car boot sales, had their car washed, eaten all their cakes and biscuits or cheered them along in fun runs.  About WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) volunteers and employees work together to support people in need who might otherwise feel lonely and isolated, whether at home, in hospital, or in times of crisis. For further information, please call 01235 442949.For further information, please contact:Lidia DraneWeb co-ordinatorTel 01235 442949lidia.drane@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[WRVS celebrates sponsoring annual Recognising Excellence Awards]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2008 08:27:30 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[WRVS is once again delighted to celebrate the excellence of staff and teams at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Trust by sponsoring the annual Recognising Excellence Awards which this year took place on 24 April. WRVS works hand in hand with the NHS to help support them in initiatives that can improve, develop and promote the quality of patient care and services. In support of this, WRVS has been sponsoring the awards at the trust for a number of years.The awards are divided into six categories;Innovation - introducing an initiative unique to the trust which adds value and improvement to the delivery of patient care or other services. The award was won by the palliative care team.Reducing carbon footprint (going green, staying green) - recognising the implementation of a new way of working or service change aimed at reducing waste or conserving energy and promoting environmentally sustainable ways of working. The award was won by the medical illustration team for embracing electronic patient technology.Infection control - making an outstanding difference to the management, control and prevention of infections in the trust. The award was won by domestic services for deep clean work to contribute to reducing hospital-acquired infections.    What matters to staff? - responding to staff feedback to make Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Trust a great place to work. The award was won by the audiology department who implemented new working patterns.    Teams and staff across the trust are encouraged to enter and this year a total of 38 applications were made.About WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) needs people to do voluntary work to support people in need who might help or information. WRVS are always looking for people to make a charity donation.For further information, please contact:Lidia DraneWeb co-ordinatorTel 01235 442949lidia.drane@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[WRVS one of ten charities supporting carers week in June]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2008 07:34:28 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[WRVS is one of the ten charities supporting this year's Carers Week, the theme of which is Carers can't afford to be ill. It aims to recognise and celebrate the contribution made by the UK's six million carers and to reach out to the many a4hidden' carers in the community to ensure they know where to find support. This year, Carers Week will take place on 9 - 15 June.WRVS recognise that many of its volunteers are carers themselves and combine their work with WRVS with caring for a relative, partner, grandchildren or neighbours and friends. The work they do does a huge amount to improve the lives of older people they care for. Supporting carers in this way ensures that together WRVS and carers can help older people get more out of life.Many celebrities have now signed up to support Carers Week. David Jason MBE said: &quot;Having cared for a loved one I know just how difficult and draining it can be. Some carers simply don't get an opportunity to do things we all take for granted like visiting the doctor or spending time with family or friends at the weekend. Thank you for inviting me to support carers and Carers Week; I'm delighted to do so.&quot; Coronation Street actress Sally Lindsay added: &quot;From personal experience, I know caring can demand a lot of your time and attention, which in some cases can put pressure on other areas in your life such as financial reponsibilities and relationships. These problems can prove to be exhausting and mentally gruelling and can really take its toll on your health and wellbeing. I hope that Carers Week can again help to achieve change, and make a real difference to the lives of carers in this country.&quot; About WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) volunteers and employees work together to support people in need who might otherwise feel lonely and isolated, whether at home, in hospital, or in times of crisis. For further information, please call 01235 442949.For further information, please contact:Lidia DraneWeb co-ordinatorTel 01235 442949lidia.drane@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[WRVS volunteers involved in evacuation of 100 people in Bristol]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2008 02:51:56 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[WRVS volunteer emergency services co-ordinator Ruth Weaver was contacted at 6:30pm on Thursday 17 April by the emergency planning office of Bristol City Council requesting a team of emergency services volunteers to prepare to respond to an unspecified incident that might need an evacuation of up to 100 people. In all five volunteers were prepared to go out should a further call come. The call eventually came in at midnight and within 10 minutes, two local volunteers were assisting at a rest centre in Southmeads, a suburb of Bristol, providing general welfare tasks for around 30 local residents who had been evacuated from their homes. Although WRVS services were no longer required, the incident continued for the rest of the weekend with three controlled explosions following the arrest of after a man was arrested under the Terrorism Act.  WRVS gives professional support to the police, fire service and other blue-light services as well as the general public in emergency situations, such as floods, fires, rail disasters, power failures and evacuations. They have nearly 7,000 volunteers, all fully trained, equipped and insured, on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All local authorities must have plans in place in case of accidents or natural disasters, WRVS are currently written into 98 per cent of all local authority emergency plans.  Call WRVS to find out more about how volunteers can help your community by becoming an 'on call' WRVS emergency services volunteer. Call 0845 601 4670 (all calls charged at local rate) or register to volunteer online. About WRVSWRVS (http://www.wrvs.org.uk) volunteers and employees work together to support people in need who might otherwise feel lonely and isolated, whether at home, in hospital, or in times of crisis. For further information, please call 01235 442949.For further information, please contact:Lidia DraneWeb co-ordinatorTel 01235 442949lidia.drane@wrvs.org.uk <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Andiamo! announces involvement with Liverpool a4Capital of Culturea4 2008]]></title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2008 08:08:28 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Since Liverpool was awarded the fiercely contested EU title of a4Capital of Culture' 2008 the city's visitor, cultural and heritage attractions have been hard at work planning a plethora of events, concerts and exhibitions designed to attract visitors from across the UK and from all over the world. The team at Andiamo! Language Services has been working closely with many of the top attractions, including international museums, heritage sites and visitor centres to ensure that their information is available in a multilingual format for both printed materials and website content in time for the influx of foreign visitors.Andiamo! Language Services, Director of Projects, Miranda Sambidge says &quot;It's an exciting time for us, seeing this award go to Liverpool and working with so many of the attractions on their foreign language material. Since Andiamo! was established 20 years ago we have become niche providers of translation for the tourism industry and have built up a global network of specialist translators. It is a highly specialist sector to work within. Our translators need to have more than just excellent language skills they also have to have a keen interest in the heritage and culture of the UK and to have spent a lot of time here&quot;.Miranda adds &quot;Over the years we have established an excellent team of professionals who understand the UK's quirky traditions and significant places - for instance that the Cavern isn't a cave and that a Yellow Submarine isn't just a submersible - well not in Liverpool anyway! Fortunately for our clients, our translators understand how to convey this information in a way that is understandable as well as attractive for our foreign visitors&quot;.The 2008 line up of events looks spectacular and includes Tall Ship racing in July, a magical show in September and the MTV awards in November. For a full list of events take a look at visitliverpool.com.Andiamo is a VisitBritain approved language supplier and can give advice on language translation for website and printed materials for global markets. Visit http://www.andiamo.co.uk for more details.About Andiamo! Andiamo! (http://www.andiamo.co.uk/)  provide a full range of language services for the business-to-business market worldwide, including translation, interpreting and voice overs. For further information, please call +44 (0)8450 345677.For further information, please contact:Linda DiggoryAndiamo! Language Serviceslinda@andiamo.co.ukTel: +44 (0)8450 345677 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Andiamo! To attend a4All-Energya4 exhibition and conference in Aberdeen.]]></title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2008 06:56:19 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[This year's All-Energy - the UK's largest renewable energy exhibition and conference - promises to be the biggest and best to date. And with an ever growing number of clients in the energy industry, Andiamo! Language Services will be paying a visit to Aberdeen on May 21-22 to learn more about this innovative industry sector.Sales &amp; Marketing Manager, Linda Diggory explained: &quot;Over the last twenty years, Andiamo has developed a large database of linguists with a high level of skill and experience of translating and interpreting for the oil and gas industries.Over the last three years we have built on this experience and we're now very active in the renewables sector.All-Energy '08 provides us with an ideal opportunity to meet with many of our renewables clients and of course meet new ones! With so many of the inspirational ideas for renewables technology coming from the UK and being exported abroad, it's a very fast-moving and exciting sector to be involved with.&quot;Should you wish to meet with one of the Andiamo! team at Aberdeen during All-Energy'08, please call Linda Diggory on 08450 345677 to arrange a time and day that is best for you.If you would like to receive a free translation or interpreting quote at any time, please call one of our projects team on 08450 345677 and they will be happy to arrange this for you.About Andiamo! Andiamo! (http://www.andiamo.co.uk/)  provide a full range of language services for the business-to-business market worldwide, including translation, interpreting and voice overs. For further information, please call +44 (0)8450 345677.For further information, please contact:Linda DiggoryAndiamo! Language Serviceslinda@andiamo.co.ukTel: +44 (0)8450 345677 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Andiamo! commissions investigation into acute shortage of British sign language interpreters]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2008 03:04:44 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Aware of the acute shortage of British Sign Language interpreters - Andiamo took the opportunity to find out more about the issues surrounding this problem. Project Controller, Kate Stansfield reports:&quot;In April 2007, CACDP reported that 469 BSL-English Interpreters were registered with them in England and Wales: this means that there is roughly 1 registered interpreter for every 106 Deaf people who need them.&quot;This is a staggering statistic and one of many important observations made in the recent report on the current provision of BSL/English Interpreters within Yorkshire and the Humber. The report, commissioned by the Regional Language Network Yorkshire &amp; The Humber, was officially launched by its author, Helen Tagg, on 13 December 2007.The Projects Team at Andiamo! are acutely aware of the reality of the current shortage of BSL/English interpreters. Requests from clients for these interpreters are often difficult to satisfy due to interpreters almost always being fully-booked. Keen to learn more about the issues surrounding the provision of BSL/English interpreters, the invitation from the RLN to attend the launch at Centenary House in Leeds appeared to offer the perfect opportunity.Attended by BSL/English interpreters, sign language tutors, members of the Deaf community and staff from the Leeds Deaf and Blind Society, amongst others, the day began with an overview of the report by its author Helen Tagg. Helen began by highlighting the importance of producing such a report - stressing the public and private sector's need to conform with disability legislation, and by emphasising the effect of the lack of BSL/English interpreters on the Deaf community in terms of social exclusion.Next followed a fascinating insight into the reasons behind the shortage of interpreters.  What emerged was a picture of a long and expensive route to the career of BSL/English interpreter, of a lack of information at national level concerning the number of Deaf people using BSL and of poor communication and coordination between the different communities involved.About Andiamo! Andiamo! (http://www.andiamo.co.uk/)  provide a full range of language services for the business-to-business market worldwide, including translation, interpreting and voice overs. For further information, please call +44 (0)8450 345677.For further information, please contact:Linda DiggoryAndiamo! Language Serviceslinda@andiamo.co.ukTel: +44 (0)8450 345677 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Weighing up the options for selling your house in an unstable market]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 09:49:33 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[With the recent news that house prices are falling at their fastest rate since the last property market collapse in 1992 the situation appears bleak for those homeowners who's fixed rate mortgages are up for renewal, and for those who have no other option than to sell. However a leading UK home purchase company, Quickmovenow.com, warns home-owners not to panic over the findings, as there are still viable options available to them. The media is full of stories of sellers facing falling prices, of fixed rate mortgage renewals at ever higher costs and of buy-to-let investors selling up and getting out. However, fewer than five per cent of homeowners will be looking to move this year, fixed rate mortgages renewals due account for less than 3 per cent of mortgages out there and the buy-to-let bubble may have an impact on city centre flats but will hardly scratch the surface of the normal housing market.Similarly the majority of home owners have made no use of their increased wealth a4on paper' as house values increased over the past decade, the fact that they might now fall back five or ten per cent this year is of little consequence. The a4feel good' factor may be lacking but the economic reality of their daily life will be unaffected.The impact for the small minority of home owners who need to move and/or remortgage will, however, be significant. But if the need to move is a necessity there are options available which make for a better financial decision in these difficult markets.Hywel Luke of Quickmovenow.com, a web based company who are market leaders in buying properties to enable clients to move on quickly, says: &quot;Firstly you must be realistic in what you ask for your home. Price is absolutely critical in this market.  Look at what other, similar properties are on the market for and consider undercutting them. Remember those other properties on the market have yet to sell at that price, so you have no hope unless you can show any potential buyers that there is a real bargain to gain for purchasing your home.  &quot;Secondly, do not panic, there are other methods for selling apart from using the traditional Estate Agent. You could try auction, but anticipate that auctioneers will be looking for a reserve price at least 20 per cent below the realistic current market price. If, on the day, the room has a few committed investors you could do better than this but resign yourself to the fact that some recent auctions have sold fewer than half their lots so the reserve price may be as much as you can hope for.&quot;Alternatively, there are a number of house buying companies such as Quickmovenow.com who will buy quickly. Typically they will offer 80-85 per cent of that realistic current value and will complete in two to four weeks. Some may even offer to rent your home back to you. But this is not a facility that Quickmovenow.com provides, preferring to resell its properties in the open market. Be careful of these rent-back schemes because the investors need to make a profit over their mortgage costs so, by definition, this makes it hard to set a rent which is less than your old mortgage payments. We have heard of many cases where people have been evicted after just six months as rents have been hiked to generate investor's profit.&quot; <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives announces new Hwange Lion Study Safari in Zimbabwe]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:09:06 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives is pleased to announce the launch of a new lion safari in Zimbabwe: http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Zimbabwe/Hwange_Lion_Study_Safari/. Justin Wateridge, MD of Discovery Initiatives, commented: &quot;Discovery Initiatives are proud to be working in collaboration with The WildCRU lion research team on this trip, which provides vital research and directly influences conservation policy for big cats both locally and regionally.&quot;This unique and exciting group trip offers travellers privileged access into the first and most extensive lion research study in Hwange National Park, home to a quarter of Zimbabwe's lions. Visitors will join The WildCRU lion research team who monitor and track these lions in order to conserve these magnificent beasts. This dedicated mobile safari will provide visitors with an exceptional and knowledgeable wildlife experience in one of Africa's most beautiful wilderness regions.This participatory safari programme carries a maximum of 6 people, and is based out of a semi-luxury mobile camp in Hwange National Park, under the guidance of a professional safari guide and a member of the lion research project. Furthermore, it aims to contribute towards the ongoing study of the Hwange Lion Research Project.Justin Wateridge commented: &quot;This fascinating trip offers visitors the chance to benefit from the specialist knowledge and expertise of a professional guide and a member of the lion research team. The trip is also a highly personal group trip, carrying a maximum of only 6 people&quot;Departures for this trip are throughout July, September and October 2008. Prices start at 3045 per person. Visit http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Zimbabwe/Hwange_Lion_Study_Safari/ for more information. About Discovery InitiativesDiscovery Initiatives (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk) specialises in arranging tailor made holidays to exotic destinations. All Discovery Initiatives consultants have first hand and in-depth knowledge of all the countries they cover. For further information, please call 01285 643333.For further information, please contact:Justin WateridgeDiscovery Initiatives enquiry@discoveryinitiatives.co.ukTel: 01285 643333 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives announces new Desert Elephant Study Safari in Namibia]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:06:15 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives is pleased to announce the launch of a fascinating Desert Elephant Study Safari in Namibia: http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Namibia/A_Desert_Elephant_Study_Safari/. Justin Wateridge, MD of Discovery Initiatives, described the trip as an &quot;extraordinary off the beaten track wildlife safari, to get real insight into what makes Desert Elephants a4tick' and the vision for their future.&quot;This mobile journey will include travelling off well-defined tracks and roads, following dry riverbeds and crossing open plains, taking everything that a traveller will need, in fully equipped land cruisers. Despite the remoteness of the regions visited, this mobile safari is designed to offer a good level of comfort throughout. The camping included in the journey will be a4serviced' camping, where your camp will be prepared for you, prior to travellers' arrival. The nights spent around the campfire, with the sound of the night creatures, the smell of the acacia wood smoke, and the dazzling ceiling of the Milky Way, will remain with visitors for a very long time.Accommodation will be varied and will include comfortable lodges, community campsites and one night camping a4wild' in the pristine and unspoiled 450'000 hectare private Palmwag Concession, ensuring an authentic African experience.Justin Wateridge commented: &quot;This trip is a great opportunity to benefit from the specialist knowledge and expertise of a professional, local guide. Travellers will also experience a highly personal, small group trip, with a maximum of only six people.&quot;Dates for this trip are 5th to 17th September 2008. Prices start at 3050 per person. Visit http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Namibia/A_Desert_Elephant_Study_Safari/ for more information. About Discovery InitiativesDiscovery Initiatives (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk) specialises in arranging tailor made holidays to exotic destinations. All Discovery Initiatives consultants have first hand and in-depth knowledge of all the countries they cover. For further information, please call 01285 643333.For further information, please contact:Justin WateridgeDiscovery Initiatives enquiry@discoveryinitiatives.co.ukTel: 01285 643333 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives announces new Ugandan Chimpanzee and Gorilla Study Tour]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:03:39 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives is pleased to announce the launch of a brand new tour to the jungles of Uganda: http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Uganda/Chimpanzee_and_Gorilla_Study_Tour. Justin Wateridge, MD of Discovery Initiatives, described the trip as an opportunity to &quot;a4explore the incredible diversity of Uganda's people, its Chimpanzees and Gorillas, in the company of one of the region's top primatologists.&quot;Uganda is a land of true contrasts, where the Eastern savannah meets the Western African jungle with dramatic effect. No other African destination has the range of habitats that can be seen in Uganda which offers some of the most varied wildlife experiences possible and attracts the more special interest wildlife enthusiast.This primate safari, led by Julia Lloyd, one of the most enthusiastic primatologists and a4Ugandaphiles' travellers are ever likely to meet, aims to go beyond the conventional tours, and give travellers real insight into the Great Apes of Uganda, as well as some of the other wildlife in this unique region. Furthermore, her love for its peoples will allow visitors to enjoy traditional Ugandan hospitality and view community conservation initiatives to get a real feel for the warmth of its people.Justin Wateridge commented: &quot;In addition to being a fascinating tour, this trip is eco-friendly as well: a contribution is given from each primate safari to sustain community conservation efforts in Kibale National park, the Virungas and includes a year's membership to the Jane Goodall Institute.&quot;Dates for the trip are: 6th-17th June 2008, and 5th-16th September 2008. Prices start at 3695 per person. Visit http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Uganda/Chimpanzee_and_Gorilla_Study_Tour for more information.About Discovery InitiativesDiscovery Initiatives (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk) specialises in arranging tailor made holidays to exotic destinations. All Discovery Initiatives consultants have first hand and in-depth knowledge of all the countries they cover. For further information, please call 01285 643333.For further information, please contact:Justin WateridgeDiscovery Initiatives enquiry@discoveryinitiatives.co.ukTel: 01285 643333 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives announces new Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest trip]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 07:55:57 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives is pleased to announce the launch of a brand new holiday experience to live among the Huaorani people in their ancestral homeland on the Upper Shiripuno River in Ecuador: http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Ecuador_And_Galapagos/Amongst_the_Huaorani_People_of_the_Amazon. Justin Wateridge, MD of Discovery Initiatives described the trip as &quot;a4a gritty, authentic jungle and river journey well away from the usual trappings of everyday modern life.&quot;The Huaorani tribe have inhabited the headwaters of this part of the Amazon for millennia, living as nomadic hunter gatherers with no outside contact until the arrival of missionaries at the end of the 1950's. Currently numbering approx. 3,000 people, they continue to maintain a largely traditional lifestyle and a fierce reputation as warriors in their 680,000 hectare territory, in spite of the pressures from the exploitations of the oil industry and the encroaching modern world.The main aim of this unique trip is to allow travellers who prefer to take the path less travelled to experience and explore this pristine wilderness, in the company of and through the eyes of the Huaorani guides.Through daily rainforest treks in the forest travellers will learn about its many wonders and from visiting the local Huaorani communities travellers will gain an introduction to their unique way of life and customs. Additional activities will range from cooling dips in the river and trying one's skills with a traditional eight foot long blowgun to an evening's stake out in a hide in the hope of seeing a tapir.Justin Wateridge commented: &quot;A totally unique jungle and river adventure to Ecuador, tour by small plane, dugout canoe and on foot in a remote area. Definitely one not to miss.&quot;The dates for this trip are 16th-23rd November 2008. Prices start at 1960. Visit http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Ecuador_And_Galapagos/Amongst_the_Huaorani_People_of_the_Amazon to find out more.About Discovery InitiativesDiscovery Initiatives (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk) specialises in arranging tailor made holidays to exotic destinations. All Discovery Initiatives consultants have first hand and in-depth knowledge of all the countries they cover. For further information, please call 01285 643333.For further information, please contact:Justin WateridgeDiscovery Initiatives enquiry@discoveryinitiatives.co.ukTel: 01285 643333 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Digicore Vehicle Tracking announce the results of their 2008 vehicle tracking survey]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:06:31 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[More than one in four UK fleets is using tracking within their vehicle operations according to new research from fleet solutions provider DigiCore (www.digicore.co.uk). The results from the Vehicle Tracking Survey 2008 - conducted amongst 150 fleet decision makers and influencers - also claim three quarters of companies using a tracking system are achieving value from the technology.The research found that uptake was greatest amongst commercial vehicle fleets (30 per cent) and fleet operators with more than 100 vehicles (31 per cent). Furthermore, penetration was particularly high in the utilities (86 per cent), logistics and road transport (40 per cent), and service management (38 per cent) sectors.Fleet operators achieving payback from their investment in vehicle tracking are achieving a range of benefits including increased productivity (54 per cent), reduced costs (44 per cent), and fleet performance (46 per cent). In terms of reduced costs, fleet operators are now achieving on average a 12 per cent saving on their fuel bill and lowering overtime claims by 13 per cent.In fact, 85 per cent of vehicle tracking users said they were satisfied with their current solutions provider. In many cases, a strong relationship was critical to receiving an effective vehicle tracking solution, and service levels, supplier responsiveness, and back-office support were actually highlighted more often than competitive pricing and product functionality.Commenting on the findings, Tom O'Connor, Managing Director of DigiCore Ltd said: &quot;The results of the Vehicle Tracking Survey 2008, suggest that an increasing number of fleet operators are utilising tracking technology to better manage and control their vehicle operations. However, there is still much work to be done by solutions providers to enhance the image industry and develop systems that best meet the needs of the fleet sector.&quot;A full copy of the results can be downloaded at www.digicore.co.uk. About DigicoreDigicore (www.digicore.co.uk) works in partnership with its customers to develop solutions that deliver measurable business and operational benefits by providing total visibility and control of mobile assets and mobile work forces. They are one of the leading vehicle tracking specialists in the UK.For further information, please contact:Tom O'ConnorDigicoreinfo@digicore.co.ukTel: +44 (0)20 8515 2900 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives announces new a4Wildlife Insighta4 tour of Costa Rica]]></title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2008 09:25:37 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives is pleased to announce the launch of a new &quot;Wildlife Insight&quot; tour of Costa Rica: http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Costa_Rica/Wildlife_Insight_Tour/. Discovery Initiatives describes the trip as a &quot;privileged and hands on insight into Costa Rica's extraordinary wildlife and biodiversity on a small group tour.&quot;  The tour begins with a visit the Cabecar Indians in Squirres, the largest indigenous group in Costa Rica and one that retains many of its traditional customs and beliefs. Next on the trip is a visit to the Earth Institute in Guapiles to meet agronomists who not only understand agriculture, but also demonstrate a social sensitivity conscience and recognise the importance of working with communities and learn about all the various projects they have funded in this area.Onwards to Bajo del Toro, to take part in regeneration of the forest. An in-depth private talk from Sr Gonzales, the owner of the lodge who will explain more about the main projects, protection and conservation of the environment.Finally travellers will be transferred into the depths of the Piedra Blancas National Park to the Esquinas Rainforest Lodge to be surrounded by acres of untouched wilderness.Justin Wateridge, MD of Discovery Initiatives, commented: &quot;This unique tour combines a hands-on opportunity to combine an exploration of interesting and diverse wildlife with a behind the scenes look at various conservation projects in stunning locations.&quot;The trip dates are Monday 14th to Saturday 26th July 2008; Monday 1st to Saturday 13th December 2008; Monday 4th to Saturday 16th May 2009; Tuesday 1st to Sunday 13th December 2009. Prices start at 2755 per person. For more information visit : http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Costa_Rica/Wildlife_Insight_Tour/.  About Discovery InitiativesDiscovery Initiatives (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk) specialises in arranging tailor made holidays to exotic destinations. All Discovery Initiatives consultants have first hand and in-depth knowledge of all the countries they cover. For further information, please call 01285 643333.For further information, please contact:Justin WateridgeDiscovery Initiatives enquiry@discoveryinitiatives.co.ukTel: 01285 643333 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives announces new a4Wildlife and Wildernessa4 tour to Venezuela.]]></title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2008 09:19:36 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Discovery Initiatives is pleased to announce the availability of a new &quot;Wildlife and Wilderness&quot; journey to Venezuela: http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Venezuela/Wildlife_and_Wilderness_Journey/. The itinerary for the trip is as follows: the tour begins in the beautiful Andean range, in Merida, surrounded by lush green mountains and thermal waters. Travellers will discover the stunning village of Jaji with its charming white painted houses. The next stage of the trip is Los Llanos, inhabited by more than 50 mammal species including the well-known capibara, the world's largest rodent and also by opossums, tapirs, deer, anacondas, monkeys, armadillos, ant eaters, otters, ocelots and some magnificent but rare jaguars. Next onto The Great Gran Sabana, a grassy savannah-like plateau with an elevation of 900-1200 metres, bounding in natural wonders such as waterfalls, rapids and tropical rainforest; the plentiful wildlife makes the Sabana a naturalist and birdwatcher's paradise. The ttrip ends in Canaima to discover Angel Falls with its breathtaking scenery and impressive tepuys.Justin Wateridge, MD of Discovery Initiatives , commented: &quot;This unique Venezuelan journey is so special as it gives a close up glimpse of some of the most stunning scenery and wildlife is South America, together with an opportunity to live authentically on a specially selected cattle ranch.&quot; The trip dates are 9th - 16th October 2008. Prices start at 3125 per person. Visit  http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk/discover/trip/Venezuela/Wildlife_and_Wilderness_Journey/ to find out more.About Discovery InitiativesDiscovery Initiatives (http://www.discoveryinitiatives.co.uk) specialises in arranging tailor made holidays to exotic destinations. All Discovery Initiatives consultants have first hand and in-depth knowledge of all the countries they cover. For further information, please call 01285 643333.For further information, please contact:Justin WateridgeDiscovery Initiatives enquiry@discoveryinitiatives.co.ukTel: 01285 643333 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Steppes Travel announces availability for its 2009 Great Barrier Reef Australia cruise]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 07:45:35 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) has is pleased to announce that there is still space on its popular Great Barrier Reef Australia cruise (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/the-great-barrier-reef---cairns-to-newcastle-7-day-cruise-page2783.aspx) departing Nov 2009.The cruise is a stunning 6 night Great Barrier Reef voyage down the east coast of Australia from Cairns in the north, via The Whitsunday Islands to Newcastle, just north of Sydney. A leisurely cruise through some of the world's most spell-binding cruise grounds.The itinerary of the cruise is as follows: Day 1 - Cairns; Day 2 - At sea; Day 3 - Hardy Reef &amp; Hayman Island (Whitsundays); Day 4 - Percy Island; Days 5 &amp; 6 - At Sea; Day 7 Newcastle/ Disembark.Justin Wateridge, MD of Steppes Travel, commented on the ships that will be departing next year: Technically and aesthetically, Orion is arguably the most sophisticated vessel in its class. The Berlitz Ocean Cruising and Cruise Ships guide describes her as &quot;the latest in the quest to build the ideal expedition cruise ship&quot;. Constructed by the world-leading Cassens Shipyard in Emden, and launched in November 2003, she boasts a host of advanced design features including technology that sets new standards in sustainable marine environmental practices.Although custom-made for expedition cruising, Orion is the epitome of elegance. No expense has been spared when it comes to the quality of fittings and furnishings, and the range and calibre of onboard recreational facilities are nothing short of five-star. Orion's luxurious appointments means she is more mega-yacht than cruise ship and her guests are few; around just 50 couples, all cared for in 5-star comfort by a crew of 75. A great ship for a great cruise.&quot;The cruise dates are 16th to 19th November 2009. Prices start at 2125 per person. Visit http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/the-great-barrier-reef---cairns-to-newcastle-7-day-cruise-page2783.aspx or call 01285 880981 for more information.About Steppes TravelSteppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) specialises in arranging tailor made holidays to exotic destinations. All Steppes Travel consultants have first hand and in-depth knowledge of all the countries they cover. For further information, please call 01285 651 010.For further information, please contact:Justin WateridgeSteppes Traveljustin@steppestravel.co.ukTel: 01285 651 010 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Steppes Travel announces last minute availability for its 2008 Papua New Guinea cruise]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 07:42:01 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Steppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) has is pleased to announce that there is still space on its popular Eastern Papua New Guinea cruise (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/eastern-new-guinea---alotau-to-rabaul--page2758.aspx) for this April/MayThe Eastern New Guinea cruise offer a unique experience of this seldom explored land. The trip includes visits to traditional villages where welcoming locals offer a glimpse of their traditional lifestyle and the opportunity to experience the visual richness of the contrasting cultures of each region.The itinerary for the cruise is as follows: Day 1 - Embark Elotau; Day 2 - D'Entrecasteaux Islands; Day 3 - Egum Atoll; Day 4 - Woodlark Island; Day 5 - Marshall Bennett Islands; Day 6 - Trobriand Islands; Day 7 - Lindenhafen; Day 8 - East New Britain Coast; Day 9 - East New Britain Coast; Day 10  - Duke of York Islands; Day 11 - Rabaul/ DisembarkJustin Wateridge, MD of Steppes Travel, commented: &quot;This is an expeditionary voyage in the real sense of the phrase, exploring the islands of the Bismarck and Solomon seas of eastern New Guinea, and an in-depth look at the southern coast of New Britain. A largely undiscovered paradise, Papua New Guinea is slowly opening its arms to the world. Travellers who are privileged enough to visit will discover a wealth of magnificent tropical scenery and cultural diversity. We'll aim to visit active volcanic islands and walk through pristine rainforest alive with unique wildlife.&quot;The boat you will be travelling on is the Marina Svetaeva (max. 100 passengers).The cruise dates for this trip are 28th April to 8th May 2008. Prices start at 2295 per person.For more information please visit http://www.steppestravel.co.uk/eastern-new-guinea---alotau-to-rabaul--page2758.aspx or call 01285 880981.About Steppes TravelSteppes Travel (http://www.steppestravel.co.uk) specialises in arranging tailor made holidays to exotic destinations. All Steppes Travel consultants have first hand and in-depth knowledge of all the countries they cover. For further information, please call 01285 651 010.For further information, please contact:Justin WateridgeSteppes Traveljustin@steppestravel.co.ukTel: 01285 651 010 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Atom petrol lawn edger a4 Classic Lawns announce the sale of a new garden tool on its website]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2008 08:58:41 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Classic Lawns is pleased to announce the addition of the two stroke and four stroke Atom petrol lawn edger to its product range: (http://www.classic-lawns.co.uk/acatalog/rollers.html). The Atom Lawn edger takes the pain out of cutting edges and will leave users' lawns with that well manicured finish making it a perfect picture. This petrol lawn edger has been manufactured in Australia to a very high standard and has won several awards in both Australia and Geneva. It is now one of the best selling lawn edgers worldwide.Peter Mulcock, MD of Classic Lawns, commented: &quot;We are really happy to have both types of the Atom lawn edger for sale on our website. It's a quality bit of kit and suitable for anyone looking to produce really professional lawn edges, at an affordable price.The edger has many benefits that appeal to a variety of gardeners, including: being lightweight; having a strong robust construction; being easy to start; being very fuel efficient; having a long lasting 4-blade cutting system; being affordable;  the ability to edge anywhere including round corners and curbs and gutters; being environmentally friendly; and having a number of safety features.&quot;Gardeners interested in the Atom petrol lawn edger or any information on Classic Lawns' products should be directed to http://www.classiclawns.co.uk or call 01285 760799.About Classic LawnsClassic Lawns (http://www.classiclawns.co.uk) specialise in all types of garden machinery from reputable brands such as Hayter, Honda and Mountfield. Classic Lawns use their knowledge gained over 25 years experience to carefully select their products for quality and durability. For further information, please call 01285 760799.For further information, please contact:Peter MulcockClassic Lawnssales@classiclawns.co.ukTel: 01285 760799 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[MO Bacter organic lawn fertiliser a4 Classic Lawns announce the sale of a brand of fertiliser new to the UK.]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2008 08:54:44 -0700</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Classic Lawns are pleased to announce the sale of the award-winning MO Bacter organic lawn fertiliser (http://www.classic-lawns.co.uk/acatalog/scarifiers.html). MO Bacter is an organic fertiliser which feeds the lawn, destroys the moss and leaves no black debris.MO Bacter (new to the UK) does all three - and the bacteria digests the dead moss, removing the need for raking.This unique product, from Viano of Belgium, is an award-winning slow-release granular fertiliser which eradicates moss by secondary action, feeds grass and improves the soil.Moss dies from an excess of potassium but leaves no black debris. The dead moss is then digested by the bacteria in MO Bacter (npk: 5-5-20). MO Bacter becomes active when the soil temperature reaches 10C. For best results, apply MO Bacter in March, April and May (or early autumn). It is supplied in 20 kilo bags. One kilogram treats up to 10 square metres, so a bag will be enough to treat up to 200 square metres.Peter Mulcock, MD of Classic Lawns, commented: &quot;In trials two inches of moss was virtually eliminated in six months, with no need for scarifying to remove debris. And stonework was completely unmarked. This product will revolutionise the way moss is treated on grass near stonework. In January MO Bacter won the Turf Professional Best New Product of the Year at the BTME show in Harrogate, which shows its quality.&quot;Gardeners interested in any of the above offers or information should be directed to http://www.classiclawns.co.uk or call 01285 760799.About Classic LawnsClassic Lawns (http://www.classiclawns.co.uk) specialise in all types of garden machinery from reputable brands such as Hayter, Honda and Mountfield. Classic Lawns use their knowledge gained over 25 years experience to carefully select their products for quality and durability. For further information, please call 01285 760799.For further information, please contact:Peter MulcockClassic Lawnssales@classiclawns.co.ukTel: 01285 760799 <br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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