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Clare Harby says…
Today while on a walk with the Meatball (my dog), my daughter was approached by a man who asked about the dog and also asked if he could hold his lead.
Now my daughter has no problem in telling people where to go (chip off the old) but this could have ended badly if it had been someone else.
What I’m trying to say is be very, very careful out there fellow dog walkers !!!!!
England’s Finest Photographers are running a competition on their photography page to give lockdown heroes a free photo session and £50 towards the images
We are so excited about reopening our doors we want to give away a free session to a deserving family So please tell us below about anyone who you thinks to deserve to win one
* are they a key worker
* have they rocked home schooling
* have they had a lockdown baby
* are they about to have a new baby
* have they celebrated a milestone birthday or anniversary
* is it a loved one who’s been missed so much
* have they gone above and beyond to help someone?
You tell why they deserve it and EFP will pick their favourite to win.
They can have a newborn, older baby, sitter, cake smash or outdoor session plus £50 towards images.
The session must be taken by the end of July 2021 You must like our page and share this post to be in with a chance of winning too If you want to book in the meantime you can at www.efpics.co.uk/book-online and if you win we will credit your session fee back,
o nominate someone comment under the original post on our page and don’t forget to like and share the love 
Good luck and we look forward to hearing about all the amazing lockdown heroe
Looking for love online? A new experiment reveals the dog breeds that will help you get the most swipes on dating apps.
Conducted by dog-friendly holiday specialist Canine Cottages, the experiment was carried out by using one female and one male participant’s picture. Images of the most popular dog breeds were then photoshopped on each picture.
Setting these profiles live on Tinder, Hinge, and Bumble, Canine Cottages then analysed the number of likes and swipes each profile gained from the experiment to determine which pooches get the nation’s hearts pounding the most.
For the female profile, the ten most swiped dog breeds that got men’s hearts racing the most were:
The Staffordshire bull terrier, or Staffy as it’s most commonly known, was the most swiped dog breed on the female profiles, amassing 121 likes from potential pooch-loving partners.
At the other end, a French Bulldog (65 swipes) and Shih Tzu (62 swipes) were the breeds with the least number of swipes from men, but at 65 and 62 swipes, there’s definitely still a lot of French bulldog and Shih tzu lovers out there!
And for the male profile, the ten most swiped dog breeds that women swiped on the most were:
Interestingly, while a Staffy was the most swiped dog breed on the female profile, it’s the least swiped dog breed on the male profile, with just 9 women swiping right on the male profile with the Staffy – 172% fewer swipes than on the female profile!
It seems men and women have somewhat different ideas on which dogs are the most ‘swipeable’ to them.
The experiment suggests that women are more drawn to men with more conventional, widely popular breeds such as Cockapoos and Labradors, while men prefer Staffys, Chihuahuas, and mixed breeds – breeds that are conventionally less popular – but still hugely adored!
So, why do so many people use dogs on their dating profiles? James Preece, celebrity dating coach & relationship expert, says: “Adding a photo of a dog can be a great idea if you want to be successful at dating. It provides an instant, fun icebreaker and makes it easy for someone to start a conversation. Rather than try and think up something to say, all they need to do it ask a question about the dog.
“It also shows they are active and kind. If the dog loves them then other people will do too. For those looking for someone to start a family, it’s also a fantastic way of showing that you are a care giver and able to look after something other than yourself.”
Commenting on the research, Shannon Keary, Campaigns Manager at Canine Cottages, says: “We are truly a nation of dog lovers, and many people are more drawn to people with pet dogs as they are generally seen as more affectionate and loving.
“In this campaign, we wanted to reveal exactly which dog breeds are the most ‘swiped’ on dating apps and see if there are any differences between the way men and women interpret different dog breeds. We staged dating profiles using the same pictures of each participant to make the experiment fair, and the results are really fascinating! It’s especially interesting to see that men were more drawn to a woman with a Staffy on their profile, while for a woman it was a Jack Russell.
“This is a fun campaign and we’re pleased that we’ve been able to uncover once and for all what dog breeds really make the nation tick!”
To find out more about the experiment, please visit: https://www.caninecottages.co.uk/blog/dog-dating-experiment-swiped-breeds-dating-apps
Following Monday’s announcement, greetings card company thortful.com have already launched new ‘21st June’ cards on-site.
Their card creators are quick to respond to trends and within hours the new cards were available to buy on their website.
Here are some designs below:
The full range can be seen at: https://www.thortful.com/cards/birthday
As working from home continues to remain the norm, new research has revealed just how desperate Brits are to improve their productivity. PowWowNow analysed Google search data, and the changes in trends between 2019 and 2020 to reveals interesting insight.
The findings demonstrate an 82% YoY growth in those searching ‘how to be more productive at home’, while ‘how to feel more productive’ and ‘how to start your day productively’ rose by a staggering 186% and 400%, respectively, showing the value Brits place on improved output. To give the nation a much-needed boost, PowWowNow have rounded up ther top tips for creating the best home office environment for ultimate productivity.
1. Make a desk your permanent workspace
If you’ve ever worked while lying in bed or improvised a table out of your rickety ironing board, you’ll know just how unproductive a makeshift office environment can be. On the other hand, introducing a proper desk into your 9-5 life offers a permanent, comfortable home for your laptop. Finding the right desk for your space is crucial, however, so take the time to browse.
2. Indoor plants are proven to boost productivity
Plants are scientifically proven to boost productivity and reduce stress, as well as improve indoor air quality. And, if nothing else, they look pretty and inviting, so explore the best indoor plants for your home office,
3. Work beside a source of natural light
Building upon the theme of being at one with nature, it’s important to ensure your home office receives plenty of natural light. Shown to enhance productivity, research also indicates that daylight improves morale and focus. However, if you’re struggling for windows and a source of natural brightness in your office, you can always mimic daylight with full spectrum light bulbs.
4. Invest in the right technology
No matter how well established your home office is, in terms of desk, houseplants, and natural light, if you’re working with outdated technology, you’ll struggle to maintain efficiency. This might mean having to find a new laptop with a built-in camera that makes video calling a breeze.
If your current device is performing adequately, but you’re productivity is slipping because you can’t engage during virtual meetings, consider exploring the latest in webcam technology for a piece of kit you can plug in separately.
5. Find a chair that keeps you comfortable all day
If you don’t work at a standing desk, there’s a good chance you spend the majority of your day sat down. Just as it’s crucial to have a proper desk, finding the right chair can dramatically improve your overall productivity. It’s recommended that you choose a comfortable office chair with plenty of back support to reduce the chances of aching and loss of focus.
6. Dual screen your work life with a second monitor
Installing a second monitor allows you to enjoy a dual screen home office, which inevitably makes accessing and viewing multiple documents simpler. Doubling your display offering means you no longer have to go through the hassle of constantly moving back and forth between files, greatly improving productivity and working performance.
For more information, go to: https://www.powwownow.co.uk/smarter-working/home-office-design-ideas-for-ultimate-productivity/
Want to show your Mum some love this Mother’s Day? What better way than with flowers! With lockdown having separated many people from their Mums, thortful want to bring some cheer to Mother’s Day. They’re giving away a year’s supply of flowers to one lucky Mum.
To be in with a chance of winning, all you need to do is head over to thortful.com and enter the competition!
The Competition closes 10/03/2021 at 23:59 GMT and the winner will be selected by thortful and contacted on 12/03/2021 via email.
Commenting on the giveaway, a spokesperson from thortful.com has said: “We know how tough the last year has been for people so we want to give something back. That’s why we’re giving away a year’s supply of flowers to one lucky mum”
Full competition details can be found at: https://www.thortful.com/competition/mothers-day-competition
There is something therapeutic about blaring out your favourite hits whilst getting stuck into the housework. To find out the best spring cleaning songs Parkers analysed over 1,000 Spotify playlists dedicated to help power people through their cleaning tasks. The research revealed that, Ariana Grande is the most listened to artist, with four of her hits, ‘Positions’, ‘7 rings’, ‘34+35’ and ‘thank u, next’ making the top 100 most popular songs.
Other key findings include:
The top ten housework hits:
The analysis revealed that ‘No Scrubs’ by TLC is the most popular song people listen to while cleaning. In second place is ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)’ by Whitney Houston, with the late ‘80s hit proving that sometimes you can’t beat the classics. Other iconic hits in the top ten include Dolly Parton with ‘9 to 5’ and the Spice Girls with ‘Wannabe’.
I have included the press release below, which also includes the top artists people like to listen to whilst cleaning. The top 100 songs and top song and artist assets can be found in this media pack on dropbox.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to get in touch,
Thanks in advance,
Megan
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Most Popular Songs for Spring Cleaning Revealed
‘No Scrubs’ by TLC tops the list as the most popular spring cleaning hit
When it comes to getting in the zone at home for cleaning and household chores, popping on a great playlist to help motivate you through the task is essential. With over 1,000 Spotify playlists dedicated to helping motivate you through the task, Parkers wanted to find out the most popular songs people play to get them in the mood for giving their homes a big spring clean. After analysing the playlists, consisting of 196,988 tracks between them, Parkers has revealed the top songs and artists for cleaning to.
Top 10 Most Popular Cleaning Songs
| Ranking | Song | Artist |
| 1 | No Scrubs | TLC |
| 2 | I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me) | Whitney Houston |
| 3 | WAP (feat. Megan Thee Stallion) | Cardi B |
| 4 | Uptown Funk (feat. Bruno Mars) | Mark Ronson |
| 5 | Watermelon Sugar | Harry Styles |
| 6 | Bad guy | Billie Eilish |
| 7 | Wannabe | Spice Girls |
| 8 | Shut Up and Dance | WALK THE MOON |
| 9 | 9 to 5 | Dolly Parton |
| 10 | Closer | The Chainsmokers |
The analysis revealed that ‘No Scrubs’ by TLC is the most popular song people listen to while cleaning. In second place is ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)’ by Whitney Houston, with the late ‘80s hit proving that sometimes you can’t beat the classics. Other iconic hits in the top ten include Dolly Parton with ‘9 to 5’ and the Spice Girls with ‘Wannabe’.
Another firm favourite is Cardi B’s hit, ‘WAP’ (featuring Megan Thee Stallion), which comes in at number three; this popular hit was released in 2020 and rose to number one in the UK charts, where it stayed for three weeks. Harry Styles also appears in the top ten at number five with a song from his latest album, ‘Watermelon Sugar’. Both Harry Styles and Cardi B are also some of the most listened to artists throughout the top 100 songs.
The Most Popular Artists
| Ranking | Artist | Number of songs in top 100 |
| 1 | Ariana Grande | 4 |
| 2 | Bruno Mars | 3 |
| 2~ | Cardi B | 3 |
| 2~ | Ed Sheeran | 3 |
| 2~ | Harry Styles | 3 |
| 3 | Billie Eilish | 2 |
| 3~ | Britney Spears | 2 |
| 3~ | Conan Gray | 2 |
| 3~ | Dua Lipa | 2 |
| 3~ | Jonas Brothers | 2 |
Ariana Grande is the most popular artist across all 1,000 cleaning playlists on Spotify. The analysis revealed that four of her hits, ‘Positions’, ‘7 rings’, ‘34+35’ and ‘thank u, next’ all appear within the top 100 songs.
Bruno Mars, Cardi B, Ed Sheeran and Harry Styles are all the second most listened to artists throughout the playlists, showing people prefer more modern hits to help them power through their cleaning.
The full 100 top songs and other assets can be found in this media pack
To find out more about the world’s most popular spring cleaning songs, visit the Parkers website: https://www.parkersproperties.co.uk/news/spring-cleaning-songs
Silvia Alves Pereira, who lives in Grantham, has started a fundraising site for her sister.
She says: “My sister’s workplace in Londrina, Brazil was broken into the other night,.
“It is hard times for everyone. My sister fights with so much strength as a single mother and have so many loyal customers.
“Due to the pandemic, owning a small local business it has been even more hard for her to keep everything going on her own.
“This breaking-in the other night at has really gotten her down and I don’t know how else I can help her through this, they have taken everything leaving a big damage in costs.
“I’m here trying to show her to have some hope that everything will be okay.
“Please If you able to help able to make any small donation to help towards the costs it will be greatly appreciated.
“Thank you so much to those that can help and support us.”
Go to … https://www.facebook.com/donate/190094869557616/?fundraiser_source=external_url
Couples looking to separate can look to advice from family law experts who can help the difficult process move forward more seamlessly.
From financial assets, to future shared contact arrangements and the marital home, there are a number of important considerations to look after when it comes to separating, so it’s important to have full disclosure and to split assets fairly.
Relationship breakdowns can be distressing and complicated, with plenty of difficult decisions and arrangements to think about and implement, so seeking legal advice from specialists can provide support during an undoubtedly stressful time.
From listing outgoings, to providing full disclosure and splitting assets fairly, these suggestions from family lawyers at JMP Solicitors aim to inform separating couples of the financial options open to them for a more seamless transition.
Mikaela Rogerson, family law solicitor at JMP Solicitors, said: “To ease conflict in the often-turbulent situation of divorce, it is useful to seek legal guidance when it comes to settling finances and making arrangements at an already difficult time.
“We’ve compiled a list of valuable considerations to minimise conflict in divorce or separation, from negotiation advice to come to mutually beneficial conclusions, to managing outgoings when it comes to the division of matrimonial assets.”
Here are the seven tips for settling finances in divorce:
1. Reach your own agreement if possible
It’s important to always try and reach an agreement with your ex in the first instance and mediation can help you stay focused on the issues to be determined. If you can reach an agreement between yourselves the process will be cheaper and quicker. If this is not possible and you end up in court, it is worth considering that a judge may impose a decision on you that neither of you are happy with.
2. Provide full and frank financial disclosure
Always provide full and frank financial disclosure – the courts expect parties to exchange financial information voluntarily in order for each party to be aware of the others financial position. This enables issues to be identified and ensures a fair settlement – it is never a good idea to conceal assets.
3. Never try and hurt your ex-partner
During the divorce process it is important to stay amicable for a smoother separation – in order to remain civil. It is recommended to never hide or dispose of assets, run up debts on joint accounts or freeze joint access accounts.
4. Check for entitled benefits
The courts expect that each party will maximise their income, so it is important to check that you are receiving any benefits you may be entitled to. The courts have to consider whether a clean break between parties is achievable and they are looking for parties to become financially independent as soon as is practicable.
5. List all outgoings
It is recommended that you write a list of outgoings and future needs, to help you focus on what division of matrimonial assets you reasonably need in order to be financially independent, and be sure to keep this in mind during negotiations.
6. The court will always consider the children first
When determining the fairest way to split assets, the courts will consider various factors including the age of the parties, the duration of the marriage and the standard of living enjoyed by the parties during the marriage – but their first consideration is always the welfare of any minor child of the family so it’s important to remember this during proceedings.
7. Always seek legal advice
Financial matters can be complicated, so it’s recommended that you seek legal advice to help reach an agreement with your ex and ensure you have a solicitor convert your agreement into a consent order to be approved by the courts. While a divorce proceeding may not always reach court, it is important to seek legal advice to ensure you are receiving a fair deal regarding the separation of assets. It will also dismiss any future claims your ex may have against you in the future.
Many relationships start off by being driven by passion and excitement but there comes a time when the spark wears off a little.
A new report by thortful reveals the biggest turn offs (and passion killers) that will stop your romantic intentions in their tracks.
thortful surveyed the nation to find out what out what turns us off the most as well as how many people had been interrupted when having sex and who and what the biggest culprits are.
Parents being in the house revealed as the biggest turn off
The results revealed the biggest turn off whilst having sex is having your parents in the house, closely followed by babies or kids being in the room! The biggest turn offs are:
| Biggest turnoffs – Q. Out of the below, what would the biggest turn offs be whilst having sex? Select all that apply. | Percentage |
| Parents being in the house | 54% |
| Baby / kids being in the room | 51% |
| Friends being in the house | 36% |
| Siblings being in the house | 36% |
| Pet, including your dog, being in the room | 33% |
| Phone ringing | 28% |
| Off-putting music | 16% |
Kids walking in revealed as number one passion-killer
The findings show a whooping 70% of Brits have been interrupted while getting it on, with kids walking in being the number one passion-killer. It seems family get most in the way of our romantic encounters, with a friend or family member calling coming second
Dogs and cats coming in ranked fourth and fifth respectively whilst the lowest-ranked passion killers include weird songs playing on shuffle (always a risk with a Spotify playlist) and fire alarms.
The top passion-killers are:
| Biggest passion-killers – Q. Which of the following have interrupted you when having sex? Select all that apply. | Percentage |
| Kids walking in | 42% |
| Friend / family member calling you | 38% |
| Someone at the door | 36% |
| Dog coming in | 22% |
| Cat coming in | 17% |
| Parents walking in | 17% |
| Boss calling you | 14% |
| Noisy neighbours | 9% |
| Weird song coming on shuffle | 7% |
| Fire alarm | 6% |
For more information, go to: https://www.thortful.com/blog/passionate-moment-killers-revealed/
This shocking video footage shows how a 77-year-old woman on crutches tried to fight off a callous robber who snatched her handbag from her shoulder.
The victim bravely tried to fight off Jason Sheldon – hitting him with her crutches after he tried to yank the handbag from her shoulder.
Sheldon rode up to the victim on a bicycle as she was walking along the pavement in Guildhall Street, Newark.
The 31-year-old pulled on the strap of her handbag, pulling her back and making her drop one of her crutches.
She managed to stay on her feet and tried to fight him off, hitting Sheldon with her crutches and shouting at him to give her bag back to her.
Sheldon, of Tolney Lane, Newark, managed to ride off towards Balderton Gate with her bag which contained house keys, a rain jacket and a small bag containing loose change.
The woman, who had been on crutches for a number of months following a knee replacement, suffered pain to her side during the struggle.
Two minutes later Sheldon targeted another victim – a 52-year-old man who had just used a cash machine in Victoria Street, Newark.
The man had walked back to his home in Albert Street and was unlocking his front door when Sheldon him to the side of his head, knocking him to the floor.
As the victim was lying on his side, Sheldon repeatedly punched him to the head and demanded for him to hand over his cash.
The victim managed to push his money underneath his door so that Sheldon couldn’t get it.
Sheldon then threatened him before cycling off towards London Road.
The victim suffered concussion, a black eye and lumps to his head as a result of the attack.
Both incidents happened shortly after 5.40pm on 28 February 2020.
Following enquiries Sheldon was arrested and charged and yesterday (Friday 19 February 2021) he was convicted of charges of robbery and attempted robbery following a two-day trial at Nottingham Crown Court.
He was sentenced to six years in prison.
Detective Constable John Wilson, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “To attack an elderly and vulnerable woman on crutches in this way is absolutely despicable. When the incident was reported and we saw the video footage we were shocked at how someone could do something like this and we were determined to bring him to justice.
“I’d like to commend the bravery shown by both victims, not only during these appalling crimes but also during our investigations into them.
“These were callous attacks and Sheldon showed a complete disregard to the victim’s welfare. It’s fortunate that they didn’t suffer even more serious injuries.
“I hope this conviction and sentencing will serve as a warning to others. We want people to feel safe on our streets and I want to reassure people that Nottinghamshire Police takes robbery extremely seriously and will take every step to bring offenders such as Sheldon to justice.”
VIDEO: Elderly woman fights off robber with crutches
Lincolnshire and Rutland holidaymakers are booking up “dream” holidays, as far as 2023, in a bid to lift their locked-down spirits and give them something to look forward to, reports Co-operative Travel, which has three travel agency branches across the county.
Co-operative Travel, part of The Midcounties Co-operative, has Co-operative Travel branches in Oakham (Inside Co-operative Food, Burley Road) and Market Deeping (7 The Precincts) plus a Carrick Travel agency in Grantham* (14 Guildhall Street), which are currently closed, due to the national lockdown, but are continuing to take holiday bookings and help customers with refunds and re-arranging pandemic-affected trips, via phone, email and social media.
The travel company is seeing a rise in advance bookings for bucket-list style holidays in 2022 and even into 2023, as holidaymakers, who missed out in 2020 and may have recently had Easter 2021 holidays cancelled or postponed too, crave their next adventure.
Natalie Turner, Head of Branches for Co-operative Travel, said: “Despite our branches being closed, we are still available at the end of the phone for our valued and loyal customers and what we are finding is that many of them are booking their holidays a lot further out than usual. In the current climate of uncertainty, they want to have something on the horizon to look forward to, even if it’s one or two years away.
“For summer 2021, the biggest selling holiday type, currently, among our customers is staycations, but for departures towards the end of the year and into early 2022, city breaks to New York are selling well, as are winter wonderland holidays to Lapland, as holidaymakers seek to make up for the festive fun they lost in 2020.
“Summer 2022 is also booking up fast with Tenerife, Spain, Turkey and the Greek Islands proving popular. We’re even receiving bookings for getaways two years in advance, as tour operators and cruise lines respond to the demand and put their 2023 holidays on sale early. Dream destinations such as Maldives and Mexico are top of travellers’ wish lists for 2023, as are luxury cruises and safari holidays, as holidaymakers strive for something extra special for their long-awaited escape.
“Booking with a trusted travel agent and a financially secure business, such as Co-op, is more crucial than ever and customers are enjoying the added benefits of our flexible payments options, free changes and cancellations, low deposits and refunds within 10 days, as part of the Coop Holidays Promise**.
“There is still a lot of uncertainty around whether Britons will be able to get away for their traditional summer holiday this year but, with the Covid-19 vaccine being rolled out at pace and infection rates falling, we’re hopeful that travel will open up sooner rather than later and we anticipate a rush of late bookings for the summer, when it does. In the meantime, we’re here to help customers make exciting holiday plans for the future, giving them something wonderful to look forward to on the other side.”
Co-operative Travel has 78 branches across the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Oxfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Gloucestershire, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Somerset, Wiltshire and Rutland.
Whilst branches are currently closed for face-to-face visits, customers can still call, email or contact their local Co-operative Travel shop via social media to book a holiday or make an enquiry. Customers can also visit www.cooptravel.co.uk or call 01922 908 389 for more information or to find their local branch.
| This piece was inspired by, and in homage to the genius of David Bowie, who sadly left us to return to the stars 5 years ago. Created using minimalist filming equipment, and with a nod to the nostalgia of early music videos, ‘Space Oddity’ sees Ground Control speaking to Major Tom from a burning world, while Tom floats in the void, far away from the troubles of the Earth. Choreographed by Rae Piper of Chantry Dance, Grantham , the piece is danced by Callie Coyle as Ground Control, and Rae Piper as Major Tom, and is being screened by The Guildhall Arts Centre and Stamford Arts Centre. Click below to watch video… |
https://www.facebook.com/guildhallartscentregrantham/videos/2753497488298365
Analysis of UK inhaler medicine use and carbon footprint presented at the British Thoracic Society Winter Meeting
AstraZeneca, UK, Luton: 17 February 2021:
New analysis of respiratory inhaler medicine use in the UK shows that 83% of all short-acting beta-2-agonist (SABA) relievers for asthma are prescribed to patients who are potentially overusing their reliever medication (prescribed ≥3 inhalers/year).
The overuse of SABA relievers represents 9.24 million SABA prescriptions and is responsible for 250,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent annually.
The prescription of three or more SABA asthma inhalers per year is associated with poor asthma control and approximately twice the number of attacks
These findings will be presented at the British Thoracic Society Winter Meeting and are based on SABA prescription and use data extracted from the UK study in the SABA Use IN Asthma (SABINA) global programme of harmonised, large-scale observational studies collected between 2007-2017.2
The prescription of three or more SABA inhalers per year is associated with poor asthma control, approximately twice the number of exacerbations compared with low SABA users (prescribed 0-2 inhalers/year) and increased asthma-related healthcare utilisation.
Asthma is a chronic, variable, inflammatory disease affecting 5.4 million people in the UK (4.3 million adults) and can cause asthma attacks and symptoms including breathlessness and wheezing. Every 10 seconds someone in the UK has a potentially life-threatening asthma attack with, on average, three people dying from asthma every day.
Alexander J K Wilkinson, Consultant in Respiratory and General Medicine, East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, Stevenage, UK and lead author of the study said: “Overuse of reliever inhalers in asthma is widespread in the UK and associated with an increased risk of exacerbations for patients, highlighting the importance of adopting strategies to improve disease control and reduce short-acting beta-2-agonist overuse.
“This new analysis shows that reliever overuse is also a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in respiratory care, similar to driving an average diesel car for about 900 million miles.
“These findings are important for informing clinical guidelines and healthcare policies to support improvements in asthma care while also realising carbon savings.”
Alex de Giorgio-Miller, Vice President, Medical & Scientific Affairs, AstraZeneca UK, said: “We know that the overuse of SABA ‘reliever’ inhalers is associated with an increased risk of severe asthma attacks, but this analysis highlights the scale of the problem we face in the UK, both in terms of poor health outcomes and the corresponding greenhouse gas burden. By reducing over-reliance on SABA inhalers and improving asthma outcomes, we can also have an important positive impact on the environment.”
Further results from the analysis showed that SABA inhaler use drives 70% of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) from inhaler devices in the UK. The per capita use of all SABA reliever inhalers in the UK was approximately treble or more than that observed in other large European countries, resulting in even higher GHG emissions.
Hi All,
Having huge problems getting developers to finish off roads where people have already bought houses, such as the Bellway Estate off Barrowby Road.
If they aren’t finished then they can’t be adopted by LCC and things like grit bins and double yellow lines can’t be put in – it also make speed enforcement difficult for the police.
I’d like to name and shame the companies involved but would appreciate any anecdotes and experiences residents can share to try and make my case.
Hopefully then they will actually finish the roads off and stop blighting people’s lives.
If you wish to remain anonymous then feel free to email me cllrr.davies@lincolnshire.gov.uk
· A new report by PowWowNow reveals the most productive podcasts
· Entrepreneurs on Fire crowned the most product podcast
With working from home now the ‘new normal’ for many, a new report* by PowWowNow reveals the most productive podcasts to listen to in 2021.
To create the list, PowWowNow scored the iTunes podcast library, focusing on categories relating to productivity. Each podcast was then given a score between 0-3, taking the number of episodes, overall rating, and the number of reviews into account (with each factor equally valued and given a score between 0-1. The overall score is the value of each criterion combined).
Top 20 productive podcasts
Entrepreneurs on Fire takes the crown as the most productive podcast. The business-related podcast is only one of two in the category amongst the overall top 20, with the $100 MBA Show the only other business-focused podcast.
Health and fitness podcasts along with those focusing on mental health both have five podcasts each in the top 20. Meanwhile, three philosophical podcasts, three around self-improvement, and two focused around spirituality make up the rest of the list.
The full top 20 rankings can be seen below:
| Rank | Podcast name | Category | Number of episodes | * Rating | Number of reviews |
| 1 | Entrepreneurs on Fire | business careers | 1999 | 4.8 | 3500 |
| 2 | Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth | health and fitness | 1480 | 4.8 | 6500 |
| 3 | Optimal Living Daily: Personal Development & Minimalism | mental health | 1866 | 4.7 | 2700 |
| 4 | The Art of Manliness | philosophy | 679 | 4.7 | 10500 |
| 5 | Sleep With Me | mental health | 200 | 4.6 | 13200 |
| 6 | The $100 MBA Show | business careers | 1732 | 4.9 | 1100 |
| 7 | Philosophize This! | philosophy | 149 | 4.8 | 11100 |
| 8 | The Rich Roll Podcast | self-improvement | 573 | 4.8 | 8000 |
| 9 | The Jordan Harbinger Show | self-improvement | 459 | 4.9 | 7700 |
| 10 | Vox Conversations | philosophy | 401 | 4.5 | 9100 |
| 11 | The Positive Head Podcast | spirituality | 1371 | 4.8 | 1500 |
| 12 | Inspire Nation Show with Michael Sandler | spirituality | 1553 | 4.6 | 636 |
| 13 | The Minimalists Podcast | mental health | 367 | 4.7 | 8000 |
| 14 | The Ross Bolen Podcast | mental health | 374 | 4.9 | 7300 |
| 15 | The Chalene Show | Diet, Fitness & Life Balance | health and fitness | 652 | 4.9 | 5300 |
| 16 | The Quote of the Day Show | Daily Motivational Talks | self-improvement | 1111 | 4.9 | 2200 |
| 17 | Ben Greenfield Fitness | health and fitness | 921 | 4.6 | 4000 |
| 18 | London Real | health and fitness | 1358 | 4.6 | 1100 |
| 19 | Daily Meditation Podcast | mental health | 1520 | 4 | 901 |
| 20 | Barbell Shrugged | health and fitness | 910 | 4.8 | 2500 |
Is productivity found in the longest-running shows?
According to the index, quantity often does mean quality, and those with the most episodes are generally deemed to be the most productive overall. The podcast series with the most episodes, Entrepreneurs on Fire, also scored highest with all three factors considered.
Additionally, 9 of the 10 longest-running series on the index also rank within the top 20 podcasts overall, demonstrating the productive value of a show listeners can really get stuck into.
Does a five-star rating reveal all?
None of the index’s 253 five-star rated shows feature in the top 20 most productive podcasts, suggesting that, while offering initial value, ratings rarely reveal the full story.
Of the 253 to receive top marks, though, five podcasts (Shawn Ryan Show, New Mindset, Who Dis? Know Your Aura with Mystic Michaela, The Connected Life, Wine & Spirits with Monica the Medium) have also each impressively received over 2,000 reviews from listeners.
In fact, the only criteria holding these five shows back is the index score for the length of the series, with each scoring below 0.15/1. So, there is an indication that, with more episodes under their belt, these could be the podcasts to keep an eye on in 2021.
The podcasts sparking conversations
According to the index, the shows deemed most productive are generally those which impassion fans the most, to the point they leave a review. 9 of the 10 most reviewed podcasts across the index also feature in the overall top 20 for productivity.
Interestingly, the exception to this, the Shawn Ryan Show, sits just shy in 21st position.
For more information, go to: https://www.powwownow.co.uk/smarter-working/the-most-productive-podcasts-to-listen-to-in-2021/
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