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Glasgow Times
11-05-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow salon named one of UK's best salon teams of the year
Roar Hair & Beauty has secured a finalist spot in HJ's British Hairdressing Business Awards 2025. The salon group was recognised for its unique strengths, commitment to team development, and outstanding customer experience. Read more: The Martin Lewis travel money advice 'don't pay to pay' on holiday It is one of just six finalists shortlisted for the Salon Team of the Year category, sponsored by Alan Howard. The category is designed to celebrate salon teams that illustrate collaboration, creativity, shared vision, and outstanding performance across all areas in the hairdressing industry. Brian 'Leo' McCallum, owner of Roar Hair & Beauty, said: "Our team is absolutely thrilled to be shortlisted. Brian 'Leo' McCallum (Image: Supplied) "We started Roar Hair & Beauty in 2017 with a vision to deliver exceptional service and ensure that every guest who walks through our doors is welcomed and valued. "To be recognised on a national stage, alongside some of the most respected names in the industry, means the world to us. "It's a true celebration of our commitment to the care of our guests, which drives the core values of everything we do, as well as the unique strengths, talents and passions of every single member of the team. "We can't wait for awards night." HJ's British Hairdressing Business Awards, now in their 27th year, aim to highlight the talent and innovation of those nominated. Jayne Lewis-Orr, executive director of the British Hairdressing Business Awards, said: "Our awards not only celebrate passion, creativity and innovation, but also highlight the vital role salons play in supporting thriving local high streets. "In 2025, more than ever, hairdressing businesses are at the heart of our communities — driving local economies, creating jobs, and offering personal, high-quality services that online alternatives simply can't replicate. "Every finalist has demonstrated outstanding business excellence, resilience and dedication to delivering a standout client experience." The judges were impressed by this year's standard of entries, which showcased a blend of talent, creativity, and business brilliance from all sections of the industry. Read more: McDonald's launches new May menu today with 2 new items - Full list Alan Howard said: "We are proud to sponsor the Salon Team of the Year, a category that showcases those who are not just keeping pace with the industry but leading the way." This year's winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on Monday, July 7 at the Royal Lancaster, London. For further information on Roar Hair & Beauty, please contact Kate Mallon-Cleland at AJC 93 PR by emailing kate@ or calling 0730500154.
Daily Mail
24-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Popular weight loss and diet program quietly exits Australia - leaving fans in a panic: 'Disappointing'
Aussie followers of The 1:1 Diet by Cambridge Weight Plan were shocked today to learn that the weight loss business had suddenly shut down its local operation. An 'update' notice posted on the company's Australian website informed 'dieters across the country' that 'after many years' of operation, Australian distribution company Slimmerlife 'will no longer be distributing The 1:1 Diet products into Australia'. 'We know this may come as disappointing news if you were hoping to start (or continue) your weight-loss journey with us,' the update read. The team confirmed that while the weight loss operation was winding up in Australia, some of the local 'consultants are still carrying plenty of stock and are ready to support you, just as they always have'. The notice concluded with the profile details of six consultants, based in NSW, VIC, WA, and SA, alongside a message encouraging people on the plan to reach out to them for support and products to continue their weight loss journey. 'They're passionate, knowledgeable, and ready to walk alongside you with one-to-one support every step of the way,' the update read. At the time of publication, The 1:1 Diet by Cambridge Weight Plan's UK website and business appeared to still be operational, as were several overseas distribution websites, including in New Zealand. FEMAIL spoke to one disappointed Aussie dieter who had only recently started the program and had already experienced incredible weight loss results. 'When I saw the message on the website, I rushed to panic order meal replacements,' the anonymous client said. 'I've been doing the plan since the start of February 2025 and am down 16kg. The thought of losing that progress so suddenly was deflating after two months of hard work.' The unexpected shut-down left the Aussie worried how they might fare without the support, structure and products that the program provides. 'The diet is all about consistency, that is how I have approached it at least, and losing that makes me nervous I might revert to my previous bad habits - particularly when I haven't been doing it for that long,' they said. 'I have secured one of the remaining consultants but will be trying to stock up as much as possible while they figure out next steps.' The 1:1 Diet by Cambridge Weight Plan, was previously known as The Cambridge Diet. The diet was initially developed by Dr Alan Howard at Cambridge University in 1970 before being introduced as a weight loss commercial product in the US and UK in the mid 1980s. The name of the plan was changed in more recent years to highlight its point of difference to other weight loss programs, namely that the service offered one-to-one support and personalised plans from its consultants. The 1:1 Diet by Cambridge Weight Plan is essentially a very low-calorie diet designed for rapid and drastic weight loss. It requires participants to primarily consume low-calorie meal replacement foods, including shakes, soups, porridges and snack bars, before gradually re-introducing healthy meals based around vegetables and protein. Similar to other ketogenic diets, the proven science behind the diet involves consuming a low-calorie diet and meal replacement products to induce a metabolic state known as ketosis. In that state of ketosis, the body is forced to burn stored fat for energy, resulting in rapid weight reduction. This particular program offers personalised support from a consultant, who provides customers with an individualised meal plan and supplies them with their meal replacement food products. Some of the nutritionally balanced calorie-controlled meal replacement foods on offer in the program include porridge, spag bol and Thai noodles, in addition to shakes, smoothies and snack bites. News of the weight loss business' Australian closure comes after iconic weight loss company Jenny Craig shut its doors in 2023. In June 2023, the business entered voluntary administration in Australia and New Zealand and was also closed in the US and Canada earlier that same year. Jenny Craig, which was founded in 1983, was famed around the world for its personalised weight loss centres and ready-made meal plans which promised to help clients shed weight. But, after four decades in business, the brand found itself struggling to compete with growing competition from other fashionable diets as well as weight loss drugs like Ozempic. Visiting the Jenny Craig website takes users to an information site about the Juniper program.
