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In addition to our range of freshly made sandwiches with your choilce of filing and choilce of bread, we also have Salad Boxes of your choice.  Our Special Salad this month is the Mediterranean Sald Box.  Roasted Red Peppers, Plum Tomatoes, Lettuce, Cucumber, Onion, Olives, Hard Boiled Egg, Feta Cheese..  These are made to order so if there is something you do not like we can adjust the receipe for you.

You can pre-order to collect to save time on youre lunch break by calling 01603 619094

For your Office or Team meetings we ar able to provide a sandwich platter (needs to be ordered in advance)

KL1 Radio and our sister station KL Country are staging our first Wild West Norfolk Festival in Hunstanton on July 5th 2025.

Working in colaboration with Rotary and Glebe School this brings together an all day music event for country music fans of all ages. 

Full details on how to get involved are at www.wildwestnorfolkfestival.co.uk 

Emergency First Aid at Work: Why Practical, Face-to-Face Training Saves Lives

When an emergency strikes, the first few minutes are critical — and having a trained first aider on-site can mean the difference between life and death.

At Shield Health & Safety, we’re committed to equipping individuals and workplaces with the skills and confidence to respond effectively in emergencies.

That’s why we’re inviting you to join our open Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course this summer. ✅ Upcoming Course Dates: 📍 Location: Wymondham 📅 Dates: 25th June & 17th September 2025 🕐 Duration: 1-day practical course 🎓 Certification: Valid for 3 years (accredited)

Why Is Emergency First Aid Training So Important? Emergencies in the workplace can happen at any time — choking, bleeding, heart attacks, or someone becoming unconscious.

Employers have a legal and moral responsibility to ensure someone is trained and confident enough to step in until help arrives. Benefits of being trained: Recognise and respond quickly to life-threatening situations Support injured or ill colleagues before emergency services arrive Increase workplace safety and morale Meet HSE (Health and Safety Executive) legal requirements Gain confidence to act when it matters most Why Face-to-Face First Aid Training Is Still Best While online learning has its place, first aid is a hands-on skill — one best learned through real-life scenarios, demonstrations, and physical practice.

In-person training offers:

• Immediate instructor feedback
• Realistic CPR and bandaging practice
• Confidence-building peer interaction
• Custom scenarios tailored to your industry
• Opportunities to ask questions and clarify procedures

At Shield Health & Safety, our courses are led by experienced instructors who bring with real-world examples and practical application.

Train Your Whole Team — We Come to You!

In addition to our open courses, we offer on-site Emergency First Aid at Work training at your location, ideal for businesses who want to train groups of 6 or more. You’ll receive the same high-quality certification and expert tuition, without needing to send staff off-site.

Book Your Spot or Request On-Site Training

Whether you’re an individual looking to upskill, or a business safeguarding your staff, our Emergency First Aid at Work training is a vital investment.

👉 Contact us to book or request an on-site quote: sales@shieldhealthandsafety.co.uk 📞 Or call us directly at 01603 6552029

Do you remember the summer of 2013? The buzz in Norwich was electric as gorillas took over the city for the very first GoGo trail, and we were proud to sponsor our very own sculpture, the unforgettable ‘Optimus Primate’.

Now, over a decade later, we’re thrilled to announce that we’re doing it all over again.

We are incredibly proud to introduce you to ‘Silverback’, our sponsored gorilla for the GoGoSafari 2025 trail! This incredible sculpture was brought to life by the talented artist Daniel Bland. After its fantastic reveal at the recent safari gala, we can’t wait for it to take its place on the streets of Norfolk for everyone to see.

For us, this is more than just a sponsorship; it’s a continuation of our story with Break, a charity we’ve proudly supported for years. Our partnership runs deeper than the trail – we provide their IT services and support their other amazing initiatives, such as the CoffeeBreak van and their volunteer mentoring program. We believe wholeheartedly in their mission to support young people in and leaving care.

The GoGoSafari trail, which kicks off on June 23rd, is a brilliant way for our entire community to get involved in raising vital funds and awareness for this cause.

We invite you to join in the adventure this summer. Go out and explore the trail, find ‘Silverback’, and share your photos with us. Make sure to enter the code into the GoGoSafari app to claim your prize! We can’t wait to see you out there, celebrating our city and supporting the incredible work of Break.

You might have seen him running to work meetings, or completing stand-up comedy routines at various networking events.

But for all of the tomfoolery (and bad dad jokes), there is some serious fundraising happening.

Joe Randlesome, Marketing Manager at Contract Personnel, is taking on a year of challenges to raise money for two Norfolk charities – Break and Norwich City Community Sports Foundation.

And there’s more….

Joe will now be taking on the role of Brand Ambassador for fellow Norfolk Chamber of Commerce member – Good Running Events.

So far this year, Joe has run 5k each day during January, run a different Parkrun each month (this will be happening for all 12 months), run from Contract Personnel to The Nest and also Break HQ and taken on races including Trowse 10k, Valentine’s 10k and more.

Looking ahead to the 2025 race schedule, Good Running Events are preparing to host Run Sandringham (15th June, 8-10 August, 28 September, Run Snetterton (30th July), AEPG Great Eastern Run (12th October), Duxford Dash (26th October), Larking Gowen Norwich Half Marathon (23rd November), Run Luminate 5k (November).

Joe said: “I am really excited to work with Aaron and the Good Running Events team/ambassadors to promote the races, sponsorships and the benefits of running in general. Judging from my recent LinkedIn posts, there are lots of people in the Norfolk business community who enjoy lacing up their trainers – so if there is anything I can to help people, do drop me a message.

“I met Aaron through a Co.next mentoring session a few years ago and so it is great to have continued the relationship to this day.”

Aaron Murrell, director at Good Running events, added: “It’s a pleasure to have Joe onboard and look forward to welcoming him to a start line very soon.”

For more information about Joe’s fundraising mission – https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/campaign/joerandlesome

And for more information about Good Running Events, see here.

https://www.goodrunningevents.co.uk/ 

Nora, a budding young radio presenter from Norwich, was treated to a Radio Show Experience for her birthday, by her Dad, Jon Whitehead. Nora picked her own songs, wrote her own script and recorded her show in Future Radio’s studios on Woodcock Road. Her show was then broadcast in Norwich, Cambridge and Kings Lynn and added to Future Radio’s website for all to hear. Nora enjoyed the experience so much, that Future Radio invited her back to the station for an afternoon of hands-on live radio presenting with Drive Presenter, Richard Maun.  Nora helped line up tracks, controlled the desk, and even went live! The experience gave her a front-row seat to what goes into producing and presenting a radio show.

Future Radio has launched its new Radio Show Experiences as it identified that many people don’t have the opportunity to get involved in the creative and media industries in the local area. The station is always keen to support and inspire the next generation of broadcasters, and older people who have listened to radio all their lives and have wondered what it would be like to present a show.

Speaking about the experience, Nora said:
“It was amazing to be part of a real radio show and see how it all works behind the scenes. I loved getting to talk on air and choosing the music – it made me want to do this even more when I’m older! If you’re into music or radio, I’d definitely recommend getting in touch with Future Radio. It’s been such a fun start to my journey!”

Christopher Remer, Business Development Manager at Future Radio, said:
“We were absolutely delighted to have Nora join us for the afternoon. She brought great energy and passion to the studio. As Norwich’s community radio station, we’re always open to people’s voices being heard on air, and it’s exciting to support young talent like Nora.”

Future Radio’s Radio Show Experiences give people the chance to get behind the mic, learn the ropes of broadcasting, and discover the buzz of being on air – all in a fun and supportive environment.

For more information, please contact Christopher Remer, Business Development Manager at Future Radio at c.remer@futureradio.co.uk.

1. More information about Future Radio’s Radio Show Experiences can be found at: https://futureradio.co.uk/radio-show-experience/
2. Future Radio is Norwich’s Community Radio station. It engages the community, builds skills and provides opportunities through great music, conversation and people.
3. Future Radio is part of Future Projects, a charity tackling poverty, deprivation and disadvantage in Norfolk.

Cyberattacks on high-street retailers Marks & Spencer and Co-op have sent a clear message to UK businesses: no organisation is too large – or too established – to fall victim to cybercrime. As threats grow more complex, investing in cyber security management is now essential to protect business continuity and reputation. 

At Netmatters, we provide expert cyber security management services to businesses across Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and the wider UK. Our services include comprehensive cyber security assessment services, advanced penetration testing, and incident response planning to help organisations stay ahead of emerging risks. 

We also offer free external vulnerability testing – a valuable first step for identifying potential weaknesses in your publicly accessible systems. 

M&S and Co-op Hit by Major Attacks 

Over the Easter weekend, Marks & Spencer experienced a serious cyber breach that disrupted its online operations for weeks. Customer names, contact details, and order histories were exposed – causing not only financial losses but reputational damage and shaken customer trust. 

Co-op faced similar disruption through a supply chain attack that brought deliveries to a standstill, leading to empty shelves and operational setbacks expected to last for weeks. 

These incidents are part of a growing trend. The UK Government’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025 revealed that 43% of businesses – over 600,000 companies – reported a cyber breach or attack in the past 12 months. SME’s specifically lose around £3.5 billion a year to cyber attacks. Phishing remains the most common threat, but ransomware and supply chain attacks like these are increasingly damaging. 

What This Means for Your Business 

Larger retailers might have the resources to recover, but for smaller organisations, a similar attack could be catastrophic. Without regular cyber security assessment services or penetration testing, many businesses won’t detect vulnerabilities until after it’s too late. 

At Netmatters, we offer businesses a free external vulnerability scan. This is a security assessment performed from outside a network to identify potential weaknesses in its publicly accessible systems and services. It simulates attacks from a remote attacker, looking for vulnerabilities in things like web applications, open ports, and exposed services. 

This gives you an easy, no-cost way to gain insight into your risk exposure. 

Real-World Results: Theatre Royal Norwich 

Netmatters recently helped Theatre Royal Norwich, one of the UK’s leading regional theatres, strengthen their cybersecurity posture after they recognised vulnerabilities in their IT infrastructure. 

Through a comprehensive audit and implementation of advanced security measures – including cyber security penetration testing and endpoint protection – we helped them: 

• Identify and close critical security gaps 
• Minimise operational risk 
• Build a sustainable, long-term cyber defence strategy 

This transformation gave Theatre Royal peace of mind and allowed them to focus on delivering excellent experiences without fear of cyber disruption. 

It’s a clear example of how effective cyber security management can protect even the most public-facing organisations. 

The Cost of Inaction Is Too High 

Cybersecurity should not be treated as a one-off investment or a checkbox for compliance. It must form part of your long-term strategy for resilience. The financial and reputational cost of a breach far outweighs the cost of prevention. 

Netmatters is here to help you stay secure with tailored solutions, whether you’re a retail giant or a growing SME. With locations in Norfolk and Cambridgeshire, we offer local expertise backed by national experience. 

Start with a free external vulnerability test – and take the first step towards securing your business. 

Don’t wait to become the next headline. 

Visit our Cyber Security page or contact us today to learn how Netmatters can help protect your business from the growing threat of cyberattacks. 

Full-Time Experienced Vehicle Graphics and Sign Technician 

We are delighted to announce that a very exciting position has arisen within our team for a Full-Time Experienced Vehicle Graphics and Signage Technician. 

We are a small but mighty, family-established business located in the coastal town of Great Yarmouth. We specialise in increasing brand awareness through a broad range of specialist, bespoke services from signage, vehicle graphics and engraving to promotional merchandise and branded workwear. 

We take brands and showcase them in the real world through the design and production of creative signage and eye-catching vehicle graphics, ensuring that our customers gain as much recognition in the real world as they do online. This is where you come in. 

Following rapid expansion since our creation in 2016, we are now actively looking to entrust the Very Important Position of Vehicle Graphics and Signage Technician to a person with solid experience in the following essential areas: 

Key Responsibilities:

• Proven hands-on experience in printing, cutting, weeding and preparing vinyl for vehicle application, along with all aspects of vehicle vinyl removal, application and wrapping

• Proficient in producing finished signs from a variety of materials onto various  substrates

• Operating machines such as large-format printers, vinyl plotters and laminator

• Vinyl weeding

• Stock maintenance of production materials: vinyl, laminates, substrates and consumables

• Running regular print machine maintenance routines and keeping computerised production software up to date

• Assist in onsite signage installations

• Knowledge of signage software (preferably Flexi but training can be given)

Essential Qualities:

• Full, clean driving licence 

• Demonstrate excellent organisational and time management skills

• Ability to work under pressure, meeting tight deadlines when required

• Excellent communication skills

• Adaptable to our fast-paced environment 

• Ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative

• A passion for accuracy and producing high quality signs and vehicle graphics

• Time management and prioritising workflow

• Ability to multitask

• Able to move heavy materials around the production environment

• Confident to work at customer locations for on-site installations

In return, you will enjoy a competitive salary, opportunities for overtime and role development, regular pay reviews, free parking at our premises, holiday allowance + bank holidays, company uniform and the rare chance to work with a team of awesome people in a growing family business. 

Think you’ve got what it takes to join our team? Send your CV and Covering Letter, outlining your incredible experience and skills to our Hiring Manager on sales@thisiseffective.uk. 

Leeway is delighted to join Norfolk Chambers of Commerce, which is a fantastic platform for organisations across the county to come together and connect with each other.

Over the coming months we will be highlighting some of the important work that we do to support those experiencing domestic abuse across Norfolk, as well as raising awareness of domestic abuse and related issues.

Not only does it provide an opportunity to increase the visibility of the important work that Leeway does across the local community, but it also helps the charity create new connections with businesses and organisations.

Connections like these are vital for charities like Leeway as it can help bring in additional revenue through support of fundraising events, corporate sponsorship, or charity of the year initiatives. It also helps us to raise awareness of domestic abuse and the support that we provide.

We know that around 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men will experience domestic abuse in their lifetime. That means that someone you know, whether that is a family member, friend or colleague, will be likely to experience domestic abuse.

Despite its impact across society, domestic abuse remains an issue that is often not openly discussed. That needs to change, and it is Leeway’s mission to deliver this, but we cannot do this alone.

We need the support of business, organisations and individuals to help us to tackle domestic abuse. We believe that domestic abuse is everyone’s business and we all have a responsibility to tackle it.

How can you support Leeway?

·       Support our fundraising events – We have a range of events throughout the year, suitable for everyone! Our events are listed in our member profile so you can see what we have coming up.

·       Corporate Sponsorship – Sponsor Leeway’s events or campaigns and help us to raise money to enhance the services that we provide in Norfolk and Suffolk. Not only does this support us, but it can provide additional exposure for your organisation too!

·       Charity of the Year – Nominating us as your Charity of the Year helps us to support even more people across our local communities, whilst also underlining your commitment to helping those in need.

·       Follow us on social media – This is the best way to stay up to date with our events, campaigns and news!

·       Share our social media posts – This is really simple but helps us to reach more people, including those who may need our support.

·       Contact us – We’d love to hear from you if you’d like to work with us or support us in some way! 

We are thrilled to share that Gail Shemming, our Key Account Manager, has recently been appointed Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees at Access Community Trust, a remarkable charity that’s been transforming lives across Suffolk and Norfolk for 50 years, supporting people experiencing homelessness, to promoting mental health and wellbeing.

Read more about Gail’s journey to Vice Chair and how you can support Access Community Trust here: https://spiderrecruit.co.uk/news/stepping-up-my-journey-to-vice-chair-at-access-community-trust

The Benjamin Foundation is delighted to welcome you to celebrate it’s 30^th Anniversary at the Butterfly Ball!

Taking place on Friday 26^th September at the Mercure Hotel Norwich, guests can enjoy a three-course meal, with a charity auction and entertainment throughout the night – remember to dress to impress!

Early bird tickets are currently available for £50, which you can purchase here: https://benjaminfoundation.co.uk/butterfly-ball/

With thanks to sponsorship from Osiris IT, money raised from tickets will go towards supporting local young carer groups across Norwich and Norfolk. For more information you can get in touch at events@benjaminfoundation.co.uk