PEOPLE with learning disabilities are to get better sex education - thanks to a new initiative in Lothian. Public sector bosses hope the move will give disabled people clear guidance on their rights - and reduce cases of abuse. Brian Cavanagh, chair of NHS Lothian, said: "For a long time, the sexual and relationship needs… Continue reading Improved sex education – in bid to reduce abuse
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Lothian NHS staff happy – but room for improvement
NEARLY 80 per cent of health workers in the Lothians enjoy working for the NHS. Even more think they are allowed to use their initiative to do their jobs. But only half of staff are aware of the health service’s long-term goals - and one in 10 workers said they had experienced bullying at work.… Continue reading Lothian NHS staff happy – but room for improvement
Stock image site clicks with photographers
PHOTOGRAPHERS across the UK are snapping up the opportunity to sell their wares on a new stock photography website. Pure Images http://www.pureimages.co.uk has been set up by Scottish web firm Oldhand Media to offer pictures that reflect the best in UK life. Director Scott Davidson said: “From early marketing and word of mouth we’ve already… Continue reading Stock image site clicks with photographers
New year, new brochure
THE PR STORE has kicked off 2004 by publishing a new brochure. The publication, which includes clients testimonials, highlights the range of services offered by the agency. The publication follows on from an online client survey, completed last month. Adrian Mahoney, the Store's managing consultant, said: "I'm pleased to say that most of those who… Continue reading New year, new brochure
Magazine puts area on the map
A NEW publication is highlighting West Lothian’s strategic position at the heart of Scotland. Property Matters has been produced by West Lothian Council to attract new companies to the area. The eight-page magazine – designed by The PR Store – is being distributed with the November edition of Business Insider magazine. Councillor Willie Dunn, the… Continue reading Magazine puts area on the map
Stars in their eyes at celebrity event
A CHARITY which works with stars like Sharleen Spiteri and Ewan McGregor is set to give an insight into its celebrity fundraising activities and awareness campaigns. CHAS - the Children's Hospice Association Scotland - is fronting two speakers to attend an event in Edinburgh, organised by the Institute of Public Relations (IPR) in Scotland. The… Continue reading Stars in their eyes at celebrity event
The PR Store online makes the news
THE PR Store's use of newsfeeds has been praised by a leading UK website. What The Papers Say - which provides our daily newspaper digest - has highlighted theprstore.net as its first featured site on its homepage. Adrian Mahoney of The PR Store said: "We're delighted to be given a mention. Hopefully the plug will… Continue reading The PR Store online makes the news
Record ‘FEAT’ for Enterprise Trust
THE centre helping small businesses across Falkirk district has notched up a record year. In its annual report Falkirk Enterprise Action Trust says it helped more than 280 businesses to start-up during 2002/2003 - creating nearly 500 new jobs. The figure - the highest in FEAT's 20-year history - was revealed at the organisation's annual… Continue reading Record ‘FEAT’ for Enterprise Trust
New chair for PR Institute
JULIE McGarvey of Glasgow consultancy 3x1 has taken over as chair of the Institute of Public Relations in Scotland. She replaces Jane Cumming, who bowed out after a busy year in the voluntary post. Julie was elected to the top job at the Institute’s Scottish AGM in Edinburgh last night (Thursday). John Brown, head of… Continue reading New chair for PR Institute
Royal date for engineering services firm
PRINCE Andrew has visited Clark Eriksson's offices in Falkirk. The Duke of York made the visit (on September 8) in his role as a special representative for international investment and trade. Royal sources say the Prince is keen to support small and medium-sized businesses enjoying international success. Clark Eriksson - which provides professional engineering services… Continue reading Royal date for engineering services firm
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