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Careers event brings Derby's language learning community together
2+ hour, 32+ min ago (285+ words) Latest News | 3 June 2026 Derby College Group has held a careers and wellbeing event specifically for learners looking to improve their English, build confidence and progress into employment or further study. The college recently brought together around 200 members of Derby's ESOL…...
Manufacturer's pride at becoming Real Living Wage employer Template
2+ hour, 25+ min ago (299+ words) Latest News | 3 June 2026 Midland Lead has spoken of its pride after becoming an accredited Real Living Wage employer. As part of its commitment to staff, everyone working at its Derbyshire lead recycling facility will receive a minimum hourly wage of…...
Programme challenging gender stereotypes makes an impact
9+ hour, 55+ min ago (481+ words) Latest News | 3 June 2026 Law firm Geldards has spoken of its pride after backing a Derby County Community Trust programme designed to challenge harmful gender stereotypes. The trust's Switching Formations programme was developed following research which found 61% of UK males aged…...
Search is on for civic heroes
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (115+ words) Latest News | 1 June 2026 The University of Derby is seeking nominations for awards, which celebrate the people and partnerships making a real difference across Derby and Derbyshire. Now in their second year, the Civic Awards recognise outstanding staff, students, partners and…...
Holiday centre officially reopens as it welcomes first youngsters
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (388+ words) Latest News | 1 June 2026 Derbyshire Children's Holiday Centre has officially re-opened after welcoming its first Derby youngsters for a week's free fun by the sea. The charity welcomed 17 children for a seaside holiday at its base in Skegness towards the end…...
Community event to showcase school's heritage
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (148+ words) Latest News | 1 June 2026 Over The Wall Camp is set to host a community event to showcase the charity's work to restore and preserve a historic former school which is now its new base. The event at the former Ockbrook School…...
A career devoted to making a positive impact on young people's lives
5+ day, 7+ hour ago (1777+ words) Big Read | 29 May 2026 After almost 35 years working for the YMCA, Gillian Sewell recently announced her intention to retire. The outgoing chief executive of YMCA Derbyshire has made a huge impact on the lives of young people in the city and…...
Corporate wellbeing firm answers call out of the Blue
1+ week, 6+ day ago (338+ words) Latest News | 21 May 2026 Corporate wellbeing firm Hands on at Work made sure members of legendary boyband Blue were limbered up for their recent show at Vaillant Live. Back in April, as part of their 25th anniversary tour, the band " regarded as…...
Students shine a light on life as young carers
1+ week, 6+ day ago (196+ words) Latest News | 21 May 2026 Students at Derby College Group have been helping to shine a light on what it means to be a young carer. According to Carers Trust, there are around 600, 000 carers aged 18 to 25, as well as approximately one million…...
College students shine in prestigious carpentry skills competition
2+ week, 2+ day ago (435+ words) Latest News | 18 May 2026 Derby College Group has recently hosted a major carpentry skills competition " with one of its students proving a cut above the rest. Organised by the Institute of Carpenters, the Merlane Trophy is a flagship event for apprentices…...