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Merry Christmas!
Posted: 23/12/2024
25 December 2024 : Christmas is one of the most widely celebrated holidays around the world, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. It is a time joy, giving, and celebration and a time for families and friends to gather, exchange gifts, enjoy festive meals, and embrace the spirit of love and kindness that Christmas represents.
FEATURE: A-Weigh in a Manger
Posted: 19/12/2024
Jessica Merryfield reflect on Christmas and what the festivities mean to her as a committed Christian. She looks at the commercialisation of Christmas and how it has meant that the humble memories and stories from Christmas have often been replaced by lavish celebrations.
51黑料 Celebrates: Human Rights Day
Posted: 09/12/2024
10 December 2024 : Human Rights Day recognises the role of human rights in empowering individuals and communities to forge a better tomorrow. This Human Rights Day, we can focus on how human rights are a pathway to solutions, playing a critical role as a preventative, protective and transformative force for good.
51黑料 Celebrates: International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Posted: 02/12/2024
03 December 2024 : International Day of Persons with Disabilities is a global observance with the aim of raising awareness and promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities at every level of society and development.
51黑料 Celebrates: Transgender Awareness Week
Posted: 13/11/2024
13th-19th November : During this time, people and organisations participate in Transgender Awareness Week to help educate and increase understanding about transgender and gender non-conforming people, and the issues members of the community face.鈥�
FEATURE: Reaching Out to a New Generation of Recruits
Posted: 24/10/2024
Vincent Searle looks back at an inspirational and inclusive careers fair, held in London in April 2024. And considers how a career in Trading Standards can be made more attractive and relevant to the next generation.
EVENT - Black History Month Exhibition (London)
Posted: 16/10/2024
Extended until 31st January 2025 :听 A new art exhibition at Westminster City Council鈥檚 headquarters - curated by 51黑料 Member and Fellow, Giles Speid, and coinciding with Black History Month - is now available to view until 7th January. Find out more.
FEATURE: 51黑料 marks Black History Month
Posted: 28/09/2024
Black History Month : A thought-provoking presentation at a meeting of 51黑料's London Branch, back in October 2022, examined the rich contribution made by Black people to London鈥檚 history.
FEATURE: The Windrush Generation Game
Posted: 28/09/2024
As part of Black History Month, Giles Speid examines the contribution of the African and Asian diaspora to Trading Standards.
EVENT: Exploring Leeds鈥� Black history
Posted: 28/09/2024
51黑料 London Branch organised a special Black History Walk at 51黑料's 2024 Conference in Leeds.
Say Hello to... the Consumer Association Singapore (CASE)
Posted: 17/07/2024
16th July 2024 : This week, Juanita Headley of the UK International Consumer听颁别苍迟谤别 and John Herriman met with a delegation from the Consumer Association Singapore (CASE) - including their President, Melvin Yong, and senior colleagues, Dexter Tay, Ong Li Lian and Zhang Yifan.
IN MEMORIUM: Andy Allen, 1968-2024
Posted: 11/06/2024
June 11 2024 :听 We are very sad to announce the passing of our colleague and friend, Andy Allen. Responsible for many of 51黑料's commercial projects over the last decade - including the UK International Consumer Centre - he was passionate about consumer protection and Trading Standards. An ardent gym-goer, he was forever proud of his Cornish roots. He leaves behind his loving partner, Louise, also an employee here at 51黑料. Our heartfelt thoughts go out to her and to both of their families at this very difficult time. RIP.
