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Indian Ocean Escapes Perfect for Solo Travellers

08 August 2024 – The Indian Ocean truly offers the best of sun, sea and golden sands, and can cater to all types of travellers, including solo travellers ready to escape to an island paradise alone.

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New MY Junior Binoculars from SWAROVSKI OPTIK – The Perfect Companion for the Next Generation of Nature Lovers

For 75 years, SWAROVSKI OPTIK binoculars have been accompanying generations of nature lovers on their outdoor expeditions. With the new MY Junior binoculars, the Tyrolean family-owned company has launched the first high-quality children’s binoculars specifically tailored to the needs of children from 6 to 14 years of age. MY Junior costs from £400 and is available from May 2024 in selected retailers and on www.swarovskioptik.com. Continue reading →

APH.COM SHARES TOP TIPS FOR BOOKING AFFORDABLE AND RELIABLE AIRPORT PARKING THIS SUMMER

August 2024 – With the Summer Holidays finally here and many UK travellers jetting off abroad, award-winning airport parking company Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.com) has shared six top tips for holidaymakers looking to book affordable and reliable airport parking.

With a range of airport parking options to choose from including on-airport, off-airport and Meet and Greet (valet), it’s important to book the most suitable parking for your needs. Continue reading →

DIVE INTO A BEACH SUMMER HOLIDAY IN CENTRAL AMERICA AND THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

  • From surfing and kitesurfing to diving and snorkelling in crystal-clear waters.
  • Explore coral reefs, nature reserves and the rich biodiversity of each country.
  • Immerse in the vibrant cultures of local communities, uncover ancient archaeological sites, and embark on adventures in Central America and the Dominican Republic.

July 2024 – With guaranteed sunshine, stunning beaches, spectacular landscapes and an amazing array of wildlife, Central America and the Dominican Republic make the perfect destination for a summer holiday. Continue reading →

DISCOVER THE WORLD’S MOST REMOTE COMMUNITY ON
SECRET ATLAS’ NEW EAST GREENLAND MICRO CRUISE TO SCORESBY SUND

June 2024 – Did you know Greenland is the largest island on the planet but only has a population of 56,000 inhabitants making it one of the most sparsely populated places on Earth?

The lucky few who visit Greenland, rarely make it to Scoresby Sund due to only being accessible from August – October and Secret Atlas has launched a new Expedition Micro Cruise to allow small intimate groups to explore the stunning fjord system, towering icebergs, elusive wildlife and the remote community of Ittoqqortoormiit. Continue reading →

‘Truly Exciting And Pioneering’: London Businesses, Charities And Educators Optimistic About The Launch Of The West London Retail Skills Hub

Media release
13 June 2024

For further information, to visit the Hub or to arrange interviews there, please email [email protected]

The West London Retail Skills Hub launched at Westfield White City on Thursday 6 June, and will be a truly pioneering way to address the retail skills shortage and grow the wider business talent pool in West London. The first of its kind, the Hub is a beacon of hope for the rest of the UK, too. Continue reading →

Media release
00.01 Monday 29 April 2024

What’s Best for West London?  

Ahead of London’s Mayoral Election,

West London Business Outlines Key Priorities in 2024 Manifesto


Ahead of the London Mayoral Election, West London Business (WLB) has released a Manifesto, setting out the key priorities for London’s new Mayor, that will benefit those who live and work in the West London vicinity: Inclusive employment; Innovation and growth; Education and skills; The built environment; Climate change; and Energy & infrastructure.

West London is the world’s most connected place. It is a £70bn+ economic powerhouse – with Heathrow Airport, the UK’s global gateway; 2 million residents and a workforce with a wide range of skills; a world-leading TV and film production cluster; the White City Innovation District; and Park Royal – the UK’s largest and most successful industrial estate.

Andrew Dakers, CEO, West London Business, said: “Absolutely critical to West London’s contribution to the capital and UK’s growth is energy supply – the latest research indicates urgent grid reinforcement upwards of 2,300 MVA is needed.  We urge the new Mayor to work with WLB and other stakeholders in securing accelerated investment from National Grid in the high voltage transmission network serving West London.”

“I encourage Londoners based in the west of our capital to get out and vote next Thursday 2nd May, to have a say on who will be next to lead the greatest city in the world.”

A copy of the manifesto can be downloaded here: https://westlondon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/WLB_Mayoral_Election_Manifesto_2024.pdf

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 For further information or to arrange interviews, please email [email protected]

 

Notes to editors:
Photo 1: Ahead of the London Mayoral Election, West London Business (WLB) has released a Manifesto, setting out the key priorities for London’s new Mayor.
Photo 2: Andrew Dakers, CEO, West London Business.

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About West London Business:
West London Business (WLB) ensures West London is a successful, inclusive, environment for responsible business. West London is the UK’s global gateway; a £73billion+ GVA economy underpinned by 120,000+ businesses. We are a business-led leadership forum, with members including Heathrow and Amazon Web Services (AWS), as well as key regional firms such as Fuller, Smith & Turner and Bigham’s. WLB has 15,000+ supporters and convenes 30+ events per annum, including the West London Business Awards.

Our members work together through WLB to raise West London’s global economic competitiveness and catalyse action for people and planet. Through our work we inform and influence the work of local, regional, and national government policymakers and promote inward investment.

To find out more, visit www.westlondon.com.

Media contact:
Fiona Anderson, GEC PR, 07931 382773
[email protected]

Kim Challis Named as Incoming Chair of West London Corporate Leaders’ Action Group


West London Corporate Leaders’ Action Group (CLAG), has announced that Kim Challis, Regional Managing Director of APCOA UK & Ireland, will imminently take over the role of Chair of the business-led solutions group.

Kim Challis is currently Chair designate of CLAG, and will be taking the helm from former Heathrow CEO John Holland-Kay from 1 June 2024.

CLAG was created in June 2021 to formulate business-led actions to respond to the significant economic contraction West London faced as a result of the pandemic, aligning with and complementing the work driven by local authorities and other partners across the sub-region.

The initiative, which formally launched on 2 March 2022 at the Capital West London Growth Summit, has since been coordinated by West London Business (WLB) and supported by the West London Alliance. The group focuses on four workstreams: Recruitment and skills; Place and identity; Net Zero and infrastructure; and Innovation and growth.

Speaking about her appointment, Kim Challis, Regional Managing Director for APCOA’s UK & Ireland and Chair designate of CLAG, said: “I am hugely excited about taking on the prestigious role of Chair of West London Corporate Leaders’ Action Group. I look forward to meeting with other corporate WLB members engaged in the work of the West London Corporate Leaders’ Action Group to tackle the challenges we face within the area, and devise the actions we can take together to drive improvement for those in our local communities.”

Shanker Patel, Chair, West London Business, added: “I am delighted that Kim will step up to Chair CLAG from 1 June, succeeding John Holland-Kaye.  Kim has taken an active approach to Social value in APCOA UK, leading their work to increase opportunities to develop women and young talent by thinking differently about how the company recruits and markets itself.

“With the right support of Government, West London is exceptionally well placed to drive economic growth in the years ahead with leading corporates collaborating to share best practice. There is a lot of good collaborative work going on locally in West London, but some real risks too: the March 2025 funding cliff edge for key skills and economic development programmes (notably UKSPF), and the labour market squeeze caused by overly restrictive immigration rules that came into effect on 1 April.

“Infrastructure investment is desperately needed.  CLAG members will work together to ensure that Government, National Grid and SSEN urgently address energy capacity constraints.  We will also continue to champion the West London Orbital (WLO) rail scheme which is incredibly good value for money bringing passenger services to a barely used freight line linking Brentford FC to Brent Cross via Old Oak Common.”
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Nature Expert Mike Dilger’s Top Tips To Make Your Garden More Wildlife-Friendly This Spring

21 March – With this week marking the official start of Spring, high-quality optic specialists SWAROVSKI OPTIK has teamed up with TV Presenter and nature expert Mike Dilger, to share top tips for making UK gardens more wildlife-friendly this Spring.

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