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South Wales Argus
a day ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Careers fair in Newport helps one person land apprenticeship
The Careers Wales event at the Newport Careers Centre took place on April 16 and saw 67 people attend. The event aimed to give people the chance to connect with local employers and apprenticeship schemes. Attendees were able to ask questions and receive practical support from Working Wales careers advisers. The event had a strong turnout from young people and featured a range of organisations like Office for National Statistics (ONS), Educ8, and Specsavers. Chelsea Dopson, stakeholder engagement adviser at Careers Wales, said: "We're thrilled with the turnout and impact of this event. "Bringing together employers, training providers, and jobseekers in one space creates a fantastic environment for real conversations, advice, and opportunities." The event reportedly led to positive outcomes for many, including one attendee securing an apprenticeship at Specsavers. Feedback from both visitors and exhibitors was 'overwhelmingly positive.' One customer said: "Wonderful staff present, very accommodating with myself and young children. "Easily signposted, helpful and kind." Another visitor added: "Everyone had excellent info to give and answered all my questions." Working Wales is delivered by Careers Wales and funded by the Welsh Government to provide careers guidance and employability support to those aged 16 and above.
Daily Record
6 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
Erin Cuthbert teams up with Specsavers to launch Best Worst Pitch campaign to help grassroots clubs
The Scotland star is bidding to help with the new campaign. Irvine footballer Erin Cuthbert has teamed up with Scotland team-mate Kirsty Smith in a new partnership with Specsavers. The initiative, called Best Worst Pitch, aims to provide 50 teams who are most in need of a helping hand with things like professional line painting equipment and GPS pitch mapping, pitch maintenance equipment, as well as maintenance training to help them maintain their pitches through the next season and beyond. The announcement comes as UK football governing bodies have recently highlighted that maintaining grassroots pitches across the UK is one of the main issues facing the sport. With councils stretched for funding, the responsibility for maintaining club pitches, often falls on dedicated members of the grassroots football community. It's a challenge Specsavers has seen up close, having renewed its sponsorship deal with the Scottish FA, to become the Official Eye and Ear Care Partner. The deal will see the 24-year partnership continue for the rest of the season as Specsavers strives to support the growth of Scottish football in both the men's and women's game. Erin, who is coming off a sixth successive Women's Super League title with Chelsea, said: 'I called my papa 'Net Man'. He's no longer with us but he was always there, two hours early putting the nets up and sorting the pitch out. 'It's little efforts like that that keep grassroots football alive. It's absolutely vital that we get it right at this level so that young players can improve and have a better chance of succeeding in the sport.' Scotland team-mate Kirsty, who plays club football for West Ham United, added: 'Grassroots football is the heart and soul of the game. It's important that we back the communities and dedicated volunteers who keep it running. 'I remember how tough it was playing on a rough pitch, but it didn't hold me back, it just made me realise how important these pitches are. 'This is a campaign I'm really proud of – The Best Worst Pitch initiative will ensure that pitches are in the best condition possible so that everyone can enjoy using them.' In addition to providing equipment, Specsavers is also offering training and education to the selected clubs, aiming to tackle some of the long-term challenges faced by grassroots teams and the volunteers who maintain their pitches.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Month set for opening of major American burger chain in Southampton
The opening month for a new restaurant in Southampton has been confirmed as a major American burger chain will open its doors in the city. Wendy's will replace an old clothing shop on Above Bar Street, and a banner placed in the window of the new eatery confirmed hungry residents will not have to wait long to get their hands on famous square burgers. The big red advertisement next door to Specsavers says that the restaurant will be opening in July 2025. This follows news that planning officers gave a further green light to an application to replace fixtures and fittings with fryers at the former John Anthony store in the vacant 17 Above Bar Street. READ MORE: The plans looked to "strip out" the shop and gut an "existing retail shop to fit out" a new "quick reserve restaurant". Construction work was allowed to start after this was approved in at the end of April. As reported by the Echo, Wendy's previously had plans approved to replace the John Anthony white shopfront with a dark grey metal framed entrance way, with red beams and double-glazed automatic doors. The former John Anthony building, where Wendy's will take over. (Image: Google Maps) An electronic sign will also be placed in the window of the shopfront between Specsavers and Boots, though this must not be in operation between 11pm and 6am. Chinese restaurant Shanghai Bay - positioned on the first floor of the same building - will be unaffected by the burger shop's arrival, the plans said. READ MORE: Major American fast food chain to open first Southampton restaurant The restaurant chain - which has been serving 'quality burgers' since 1969 - currently only has one eatery in Hampshire, located in Portsmouth. Wendy's is known for serving square burgers that hang over the bun and for its 'Frosty,' which is a frozen dairy dessert similar to a milkshake mixed with whippy ice cream. The chain returned to the UK in June 2021 by opening a store in Reading, citing that there was "a gap in the category" of fresh-made, affordably priced burgers. Wendy's also serves breakfast burgers, such as the 704-calorie "Breakfast Baconator" - a sausage and egg muffin with double cheese, double bacon and "signature" cheese sauce.
Scotsman
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Scotsman
Specsavers partner with Scotland internationals Kirsty Smith and Erin Cuthbert to launch Best Worst Pitch Campaign
The new initiative aims to breathe new life into underfunded grassroots football pitches across the country. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Specsavers has partnered with Scottish international stars, Kirsty Smith and Erin Cuthbert to launch the Best Worst Pitch initiative. Open to clubs across the UK, the initiative will provide 50 teams who are most in need with professional line painting equipment and GPS pitch mapping, pitch maintenance equipment, as well as maintenance training to help them maintain their pitches through the next season and beyond. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Clear and accurate line markings are vital not just for ensuring structure and fairness in the game, but also for helping players and officials navigate the pitch-enhancing visibility, spatial awareness, and overall safety throughout play. Erin Cuthbert is backing the search for Scotland's Best Worst Pitch Kirsty Smith said: 'Grassroots football is the heart and soul of the game. It's important that we back the communities and dedicated volunteers who keep it running. 'I remember how tough it was playing on a rough pitch, but it didn't hold me back, it just made me realise how important these pitches are. 'This is a campaign I'm really proud of – The Best Worst Pitch initiative will ensure that pitches are in the best condition possible so that everyone can enjoy using them.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The announcement comes as UK football governing bodies have recently highlighted that maintaining grassroots pitches across the UK is one of the main issues facing the sport. With councils stretched for funding, the responsibility for maintaining club pitches, often falls on dedicated members of the grassroots football community. It's a challenge Specsavers has seen up close, having renewed its' sponsorship deal with the Scottish FA, to become the Official Eye and Ear Care Partner. The deal will see the 24-year partnership continue for the rest of the season as Specsavers strives to support the growth of Scottish football in both the men's and women's game. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Erin Cuthbert added: 'I called my papa 'Net Man'. He's no longer with us but he was always there, two hours early putting the nets up and sorting the pitch out. 'It's little efforts like that that keep grassroots football alive. It's absolutely vital that we get it right at this level so that young players can improve and have a better chance of succeeding in the sport.' Specsavers have also documented the difficulties of grassroots teams through the Best Worst Team campaign, highlighting the real struggles faced at pitch level and further underlining the brand's long-standing commitment to supporting the grassroots football community. Speaking about the struggles of pitch maintenance, Chairman of current Specsavers Best Worst Team, Tunley Athletic, Craig Doughty said: Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'It's a real slog sometimes. Every week, rain or shine, I'm out there doing two full laps of the pitch just to get the lines marked. 'The equipment we've got is ancient - it clogs, it leaks, and it takes twice as long as it should. 'On dark evenings or when the wind's howling, it feels like it takes forever. But I do it because I love this club, it means everything to the community.' In addition to providing equipment, Specsavers is also offering training and education to the selected clubs, aiming to tackle some of the long-term challenges faced by grassroots teams and the volunteers who maintain their pitches. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The ultimate goal is to improve the quality and longevity of these pitches, ensuring local communities can continue to enjoy them for many matches to come. Kim Bull, Specsavers' PR and Social Lead, said: 'Over the last two seasons supporting clubs that need a bit of help with their eyes and ears, as well as their game, we've noticed the effort that goes into keeping grassroots clubs running. 'People like Craig, who quietly put in the hard work behind the scenes to keep pitches playable, is what grassroots football is all about. 'This initiative means we can support more clubs and communities, like Tunley. By making faded lines more visible, we're helping players to see the beautiful game more clearly. And hopefully make fewer mistakes!' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad To have a chance of being part of the Best Worst Pitch initiative and help improve the quality of your local club's football pitch, apply online
BreakingNews.ie
27-05-2025
- Business
- BreakingNews.ie
Specsavers to offer free tea and coffee to Dublin commuters
Specsavers have announced that they will be offering free tea and coffee to commuters in the Dublin area this week. From May 27th until May 29th, between 8-11am at Central Plaza, Dame St, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, commuters can swing by the Specsavers coffee van for a complimentary tea or coffee. Advertisement The company have said the initiative is not just about a free tea or coffee, but is a chance to think about what perks employees may be missing out on at work. They said workers may be entitled to free eye tests and glasses from their employers if employees spend more than one hour a day using screens for work. Kerril Hickey, chairman of Specsavers Ireland, said that although we all know that the first coffee of the day is essential, so is your eye health. "We hope this will open up the conversation on eye health in the workplace and encourage people to talk to their employers about their corporate eyecare entitlements, all while enjoying their morning cuppa." Advertisement The Specsavers team will be on hand to discuss all things eyecare, and will drop a few hints about what employees should be asking their bosses for, like eyecare vouchers. Specsavers said that for just €25, employers can provide an eye test and up to €100 towards selected glasses. The company also said that Specsavers corporate eyecare vouchers "offer responsible employers an easy, cost-effective way to stay on stop of their responsibilities, and at the same time, make sure employees can avoid unnecessary discomfort at work." They added that it is a "simple way to keep everyone happy and healthy and look after their team."
