A Borderlands Growth Deal could be hugely significant for Cumbria, unlocking major infrastructure schemes such as dualling the A69 and extending the new Borders Railway from Edinburgh to Tweedbank through to Carlisle.
In this podcast, Colin Glover, leader of Carlisle City Council and one of the architects of the Borderlands project, explains the thinking behind the Growth Deal in conversation with Rob Johnston and Julian Whittle from the Chamber.
In this episode, Dominic Doig from Solomon Europe joins us to discuss MatchMaker—a new procurement model designed to help SMEs source the products and services they need more effectively. We explore how the idea for MatchMaker came about, the impact it's already having for businesses, and so much…
In this episode, Sarah Schofield joins us to discuss the importance of creating safe and supportive environments for women in the business world. We explore the inspiration behind her Safe Women Workshops, the challenges many women still face in professional settings, and why psychological safety,…
In this episode, Jade Clifford from iCan Wellbeing Group joins us to discuss ADHD in the workplace and how employers can create environments where neurodivergent employees can thrive. We explore Jade’s personal experiences of living and working with ADHD, the challenges and strengths that can come…
