Author: James Anderson, FRSA, CMgr MCMI

Ajit Chambers, named by the Minister of State for Business Innovation and Skills as “One of the top 15 Entrepreneurs to watch in the Country”, has made his mark in London and Geneva. With 20 years of banking experience, Chambers has advised three London mayoral candidates on strategy, using his connections with ultra-high-net-worth individuals to set up campaign donor meetings. His meetings in City Hall saw him engaging with the Defence Select Committee Chair, Lord Arbuthnot and the FBI, to reclaim £50 million to the Public Purse. This was from the illegal sale of Brompton Road, which eventually led to…

A charity shop has installed a new mural in the spot where a notorious tagger sprayed a homophobic slogan which could land him a prison sentence. Johnny Crew is due to be sentenced next week for spraying “Fuck Islam and LGBTQ+” on the wall of the Sussex Beacon in St James’s Street on 9 September. The same night, he filmed himself spraying the same words on the wall of the YMCA in Old Steine and posted the clip on his Instagram page. He also tagged police property in New Road. This week, the Sussex Beacon unveiled a mural of Elton…

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) NI organised the SkillBuild NI event held at the Downpatrick campus of SERC.According to Rachel Dorovatas, from CITB NI, there is a need for more young people like Rebecca, Aaron and David.The organisation forecasts that 3,000 more construction workers will be needed in Northern Ireland by 2028.”We have 11 trades happening in the competition, from wall and floor tiling to plastering, carpentry, joinery, a whole host of activities,” she said.”We know that the construction industry is definitely facing a skills shortage.”We also know that there’s an ageing workforce in some of those sectors.”There are…

If you’ve visited a home that hasn’t renovated its bathrooms in a couple of decades (or longer), you’ve probably noticed how much personality they have compared to the standard bathrooms you see in newer buildings. They oftentimes have cheerful, colorful tiles, sometimes accompanied by matching sinks, toilets, and tubs, which may seem a little outdated, but they have undeniable charm. And after years of neutral-color spaces, homeowners and designers are craving color and pattern everywhere, but especially in their bathrooms, which often feel like safe spaces to experiment. We’re calling it now: colorful tile is back in for bathrooms!To back…

West Sussex County Council has developed the Psychological Hub to deliver earlier and more effective care for children, young people and families facing complex emotional and mental health challenges. The scheme brings together specialist services under a single, psychology-led leadership team to create a more coordinated approach. Councillor Jacquie Russell, cabinet member for children and young people, said: “This new hub is about hope, healing and helping children thrive. “By bringing together expert services, we’re creating a more joined-up, responsive system that puts the emotional wellbeing of children and families front and centre. “It’s an example of our ongoing efforts…

On Wednesday (November 19), the government launched its LGR consultation for Sussex and Brighton, asking residents for views on four models put forward by the area’s existing councils. These are: the One East Sussex model, which proposes replacing the county’s existing councils with a single unitary authority; the Representative Councils for a Devolved Sussex model, which proposes the creation of five unitary councils across the whole area; and two competing models for West Sussex. In East Sussex, four councils — Eastbourne Borough Council, East Sussex County Council, Lewes District Council and Rother District Council — had formally endorsed the One…

Albion Unlimited from BBC Radio Sussex returns as Johnny Cantor and former Brighton forward Warren Aspinall debate Brighton’s best-ever Premier League XI. From era-defining figures to unsung heroes, … Albion Unlimited from BBC Radio Sussex returns as Johnny Cantor and former Brighton forward Warren Aspinall debate Brighton’s best-ever Premier League XI. From era-defining figures to unsung heroes, … For more info, check our website.

As of Monday (November 24), East Sussex County Council will require residents to book in advance before visiting any of its 10 household waste recycling sites. The scheme aims to reduce misuse by commercial operators and out-of-county visitors and is expected to save taxpayers £50,000 a year. Similar schemes are already in place in areas including West Sussex, Kent, and Hampshire, with many readers sharing how they felt the change had made a positive impact to these sites. Brett Rawson wrote: “I was very sceptical at first when it was introduced in West Sussex. Works very well, ensures you can…

Two teenagers have been arrested after items were thrown on to train tracks in a West Sussex village. British Transport Police (BTP) said officers were called to Angmering railway station at about 23:40 GMT on 25 November. The force said two teenage boys were arrested on suspicion of obstructing the railway. Further inquiries were ongoing, BTP said. Two teenagers have been arrested after items were thrown on to train tracks in a West Sussex village. British Transport Police (BTP) said officers were called to Angmering railway station at about 23:40 GMT on 25 November. The force said two teenage boys…

Britons may be able to heat their home for less by putting their windows in “winter mode”, an expert says. With temperatures plummeting, many households will be cranking up the thermostat to stay toasty in the cold autumnal days and nights ahead.Snow and bitterly cold temperatures were unleashed upon parts of the UK this week, with a number of yellow weather alerts issued and temperatures plunging as low as -11.7C in Scotland. Weather is expected to be milder and less cold this weekend, but still represents a risk for residents. In England, amber cold-health alerts were issued by the UK…