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AI is slowly taking the world by storm. This week Mark and Becky discuss their fears around AI use, the reliance that could stem from it and how we must always question AI’s answers. The world of business is changing again and, where once we were encouraged to be proactive in our businesses, now, thanks to the advancement in AI, we might have to start being predictive – but how easy is this for humans, and will the world look like Minority Report! Mark and Becky reflect on their special roundtable chat this summer with AI experts, Alison Alexander and Alix Rübsaam, and discuss their fears around AI and the reliance that we might put on it, going forwards. They discuss the bias that will exist in the algorithms, how we must always be questioning AI’s answers, the potential stunt in creativity, and the possible dangers around predicting human behaviour, especially in business. GET IN TOUCH! We would love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode, email us at podcasts@larking-gowen.co.uk. We’d also love it if you could rate us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify; this really helps people find us! You can also watch us on YouTube! Click here Access all episodes of Leadership & Life Chat here Show notes AI SPECIAL – Roundtable with Alix Rubsaam & Alison Alexander Jocko Willink – Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win Minority Report (2002) Listen here

“We consider our shop an important part of the community and being involved, and sharing the experience, was a great pleasure” – EACH staff, volunteers and customers have a night of festive fun in Holt. Charity shop staff and volunteers got in the Christmas spirit by being part of the official lights switch-on in Holt. The town’s East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) store stayed open late, welcoming the community for a bumper night of festive fun. Highlights of the town’s celebrations included live music, street food, market traders and a spectacular firework display. Mark Buller, an EACH Relief and Support Manager, said: “We had such a lovely and fun evening with our customers. “Footfall was high and there was a brilliant festive atmosphere throughout the town. “We consider our shop an important part of the community and being involved, and sharing the experience, was a great pleasure. “We hope our fantastic customers enjoyed it as much as we did.” Meanwhile, Mark and shop manager Sarah Hipkin are keen to hear from more volunteers interested in joining the Holt team. “We’re blessed to have some amazing volunteers and it was lovely to see them for the Christmas lights switch-on,” said Mark. “However, we badly need extra help and can always do with more pairs of hands. “The great thing about volunteering is that there are many different roles, to suit people’s skills and interests. “We can also be entirely flexible, to fit around busy lives. Just doing a morning or afternoon a week makes such a difference. “Those that already volunteer say how much they enjoy it. “They love being part of something that raises funds for such a worthwhile cause and find it fun, sociable and rewarding.” Anyone interested in joining the team is welcoming to pop in for a chat. The EACH shop is in Station Road. Alternatively, email Sarah via sarah.hipkin@each.org.uk or call 01263 713864. The Holt Christmas lights switch-on took place on Friday, 17^th November.

Norfolk-based military charity Walking With The Wounded (WWTW) have launched their annual ‘Walking Home For Christmas’ festive campaign supporting those who served. Now entering its 10th year, “Walking Home For Christmas” stands as Walking With The Wounded’s annual festive fundraising initiative. Over the past decade, this campaign has collectively raised nearly £2 million to bolster veterans and their families through programmes encompassing mental health support, employment opportunities, and care coordination services. Tony Hulton, WWTW CEO, commented, “The festive season can be a joyous time of year for many, but for others it can be exceptionally difficult, especially veterans who have struggled since their transition from the military. WWTW’s Walking Home For Christmas campaign gives our supporters the opportunity to reach out to their friends and family, get out in the fresh air and raise vital funds to enable our life-saving veteran support programmes reach more of those who need it.” Walking Home For Christmas encourages the public to get out of their comfort zones and embark on a meaningful walk to show their support for Britain’s veterans. The campaign takes place from Saturday, December 9th, to Wednesday, December 20th. Walkers from previous years have dedicated their walks to loved ones who have been in or have fallen serving our country, have walked to a war memorial, run errands for friends and family or supported their local community. Many Norfolk businesses have participated in the festive campaign, including long-term WWTW supporters Birketts. Jonathan Agar, CEO of Birketts, commented: “I’m extremely proud that Birketts is once again supporting this initiative. Donating to Walking With The Wounded directly supports the most vulnerable ex-servicemen and ex-servicewomen in our community, helping to get those who have given everything to their country in to the employment, accommodation and mental health care programmes that will restore their independence.” Funds raised from Walking Home For Christmas will be used to support veterans like Martin, who served in Iraq with the 1^st Battalion Irish Guards. When Martin received a court martial, his mental health and whole family suffered. Martin’s court case lasted for three and a half years and gained high profile media attention. Even though Martin was finally cleared of all charges, the publicity put incredible strain on Martin and his family. Without knowing it, Martin was suffering from depression, anxiety and PTSD, using alcohol and drugs to help manage his emotions. Eventually, no longer able to deal with his PTSD symptoms, Martin was hospitalised, and put on medication. Through his GP, Martin was referred to WWTW and began working with their Head Start mental health programme. While Martin will never be entirely free from the impact of PTSD, he is learning how to cope with his thoughts and emotions. He said: “The mental health support team at WWTW gave me the help that I needed, and they were phenomenal. Carolyn at Head Start was incredible and so supportive. I always knew that if i ever needed her, she was at the end of the phone and ready to speak to me”. WWTW are organising a Norwich walk on Wednesday 6^th December, starting at 16:00 from The Forum and lasting around 4 miles. For those interested in taking part in the Norwich walk, they should contact: tom.grimshaw@wwtw.org.uk To sign up and take part in Walking Home For Christmas, please visit: www.walkinghomeforchristmas.com

Looking for a Christmas gift that is a little bit different? Gift your loved ones the chance to win up to £25,000 every week with Ormiston Families lottery gift vouchers! Starting at just £10, our lottery gift vouchers can be given to your loved one with a personalised message and can be emailed to them or printed and handed to them on the big day. Not only are our vouchers an exciting gift to receive, they are a life-changing gift to give as your purchase goes towards helping Ormiston Families deliver vital support services to children and families in the East of England. If you would like to buy lottery gift vouchers, click here or visit the link below: https://unity.charitypayments.co.uk/evouchers/2vG8Yb62d5uaJjBP/buy For more information about gift vouchers, click here. Please note: All recipients must be over the age of 18 and a resident of the United Kingdom. If you have any questions, please get in touch with them at incomegeneration@ormistonfamilies.org.uk. Thank you for your continued support this Christmas. Emma Baguley-Lockwood Philanthropy Administrator

Mindfulness at Work Course: Exclusive Mindfulness Course with Oxford Mindfulness Foundation teacher, Per Norrgren Are you a professional wrestling with the relentless demands of work and life? Caught in a cycle of stress that saps your energy and dims your creativity? Imagine ending your day feeling just as vibrant as you started. What if you could tackle stress head-on and transform it into a source of strength? For too many professionals, the dream of a balanced, focused, and resilient life feels out of reach. The burden of stress can lead to chronic irritability, anxiety, and a decline in cognitive functions, such as memory and attention span. Join Per Norrgren, teaching partner, supervisor and mentor at the Oxford Mindfulness Foundation, for a life-altering 9-week mindfulness journey. Starting from the 9th of January, every Tuesday at 6 pm, and from the 17th of February, every Saturday, you can unlock the secrets to mental and physical well-being. The programme, grounded in published scientific research, promises to bolster your mood, enhance creativity, improve memory and stress resilience. Beyond the psychological benefits, mindfulness is a proven ally against physical pain and exhaustion, paving the way for increased attention span and better coping with stressors of life. Details Duration: 9 weeks, commencing Tuesday 9th January (fortnightly) and Saturday 17th February (weekly, excluding Easter Saturday). Time: Tuesdays at 6.00 pm to 8.15 pm | Saturdays at 9.00 am to 11.15 am and 11.30 to 1.45 pm Venue: Anglia House Business Centre, 24 Bridge Street, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 3AG. Investment: £250 per participant. Requirement: A minimum of 10 attendees to commence the course. For those who prefer the flexibility of digital attendance, online mindfulness courses and individual coaching sessions are also available. Take the First Step: Secure your spot in this transformative experience by contacting Per at per.norrgren@outlook.com. Embrace the mindfulness path and let stress be the catalyst for your greatest well-being.

Julia and Hans Rausing donate £8.7 million to 27 UK hospices under financial pressure The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House benefits from £300,000 grant over the next 3 years November 23, 2023: Philanthropists, Julia and Hans Rausing, have today announced grants of £8.7 million to 27 hospices across the UK to help them meet the significant increase in their day-to-day costs, brought about by inflation and high energy prices. Hospices in particular need of support were identified by the Julia and Hans Rausing Trust, working with the charity Hospice UK. The Trust analysed data to identify hospices with less than 12 months of funds in reserve, with support focused on regions with the highest proportion of hospices in need, which included East Midlands, East of England, the North East and Scotland, as well as the Trust’s geographical areas of focus, East Cheshire, Gloucestershire and London. Research published at the beginning of this year by Hospice UK shows that 96% of hospices had budgeted for a deficit in 2022/23, meaning that many were at risk of depleting their reserves and collectively were facing a deficit of £186m in 2023/24. Just over a quarter (27%) had less than six months reserves available. At the same time, the cost of running hospices has increased dramatically, with an expected 500% increase in energy bills on top of an increase in wages. In response to these needs, the Trust determined to give funding over the next three years to provide the identified hospices with a level of financial stability for the future. Julia and Hans Rausing commented: “The rising cost of living has left hospices in a perilous financial position. We know many are receiving fewer or smaller donations than in previous years, so we hope that these grants can be a lifeline, enabling these wonderful hospices to continue providing care and support in their communities across the UK.” Toby Porter, Chief Executive of Hospice UK commented: “Julia and Hans Rausing have once again shown themselves to be the most remarkable supporters of essential children’s and adult hospice care services across the UK. “Their philanthropy will make a huge difference at a critical time to local communities served by the individual hospices who their Trust will be supporting. This could not be more timely or more welcome. Their philanthropy comes as a time when hospices across the UK are facing immense challenges, as costs soar and the current economic climate creates a tough fundraising environment. Adult hospices rely on charitable donations for on average of two thirds of their income, for children’s hospices, this rises to four fifths. At a time when local communities are finding it increasingly hard to give as generously as they have before, we are immensely grateful to Julia and Hans Rausing for helping hospices, providing funding which will help them continue to support dying people and their families. “At Hospice UK we are also proud and grateful to have been awarded a grant by Julia and Hans Rausing to support hospices with their workforce challenges over the next few years. Hospice care obviously relies both on there being enough funding and on the incredible people who work and volunteer at their local hospice. We are proud to be a grantee of this incredible family foundation.” One of the 27 hospices to benefit from a share of the £8.7 million grant is The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House, based near King’s Lynn. The Hospice provides free care, comfort and compassion to people in the local community who are living with a life limiting illness, whilst also providing support for their families and friends. Niki Ellis, Chief Executive of The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House, said “My heartfelt thanks to Julia and Hans Rausing for their generous three year pledge. Their financial gift will go towards the day to day running costs of our incredible services that support people living with a life-limiting condition and those important to them. The last two years have been tough, both for us locally and for hospices across the country, as our costs have escalated at pace across the board. The incredible support we receive from our supporters continues to help bridge the gap between the 30% funding we receive from the NHS and the remaining £2.5 million that we need to fundraise annually. The compassionate care we offer to patients at the end of life and the support offered to families through their bereavement is vitally important.  Julia and Hans Rausing’s gift to the sector has helped raise the profile of our increased need for financial support during these challenging times.” For more information, and to find out how you can support your local hospice, please visit: www.norfolkhospice.org.uk

Proeon Systems Limited, a leading player in providing control and automation solutions for the energy sector, is proud to announce its recent achievement as runners-up in the prestigious Energy Industries Council (EIC) Awards Programme in the category of Business Diversification in the UK. This recognition is a testament to our relentless commitment to innovation, adaptability, and excellence in the dynamic energy industry. The EIC Awards are widely regarded as a benchmark for the energy sector, and being named runners-up in the Business Diversification category is a remarkable honour, it reflects the dedication of our team to not only keep with industry trends but also to lead and shape them, setting an example for others to follow. The EIC is an award-winning global trade association for the energy supply chain with a worldwide membership of over 900 companies covering all energy sectors. Established in 1943, EIC advocates for its members by working closely with governments and key stakeholders. In recognition of their commitment to excellence, the EIC received the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in 2023. Why Business Diversification Matters Business diversification is a strategy that helps companies navigate the ever-changing landscape of the energy industry. It involves expanding into new markets, developing new products or services, or exploring innovative ways to leverage our existing strengths. In today’s rapidly evolving energy sector, diversification is a key driver of sustainable growth and resilience. Our Journey Proeon embarked on a journey of diversification with the belief that embracing change is essential for long term success. Commercial Director, Dr Dorian Hindmarsh commented: “Over the years, we have harnessed our expertise and resources to extend our reach beyond providing traditional control solutions seeking out the best fit for our clients”. We are working within the renewable energy, transitional energy and nuclear sectors, making a significant impact on our industry”. Managing Director, Mr Richard Miller commented: “Our dedicated team of experts has played a pivotal role in driving this diversification. They have not only expanded our offerings but have  ensured that we maintain the highest standards of quality and sustainability. Our commitment to excellence in every facet of our diversified business has led us to this momentous recognition.  We look forward to a future full of innovation, diversification and continued success.” This achievement as runners-up in the EIC UK Awards for Business Diversification is not just a milestone but a stepping stone towards a brighter and more diversified future.  We are excited about the potential of our diversified business and the positive impact it will have on our team and our clients. This recognition is a testament to the unwavering dedication, innovative spirit, and passion for excellence throughout the whole Proeon team.  We extend our gratitude not only to our dedicated team, but also to our loyal clients for their continued support. Together, we will continue to lead the way in the dynamic energy sector, setting new standards and driving positive change in the industry.

The Feed is encouraging people to donate so that local residents, who can’t afford enough food, can enjoy some of the festive treats many of us take for granted. The Norwich-based social enterprise runs a supermarket in the city which supports over 5,000 people with free and low-cost groceries. People of all ages from pensioners to families with young children use the store. The common thread is that the cost-of-living crisis has left them struggling to pay all their bills including food. Your donation will help us to provide:

• A full Christmas dinner for some of these local residents
• Presents for children in The Feed’s own Santa’s Grotto

Click the link if you want to make someone’s Christmas: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/feedxmas23  

A Norwich-based financial planning company is celebrating its next chapter after a management buy-out by two employees. Brancaster House Financial Planning, based on Castle Meadow in Norwich, is now being run by Nick Halls and Shane Julian, joint Managing Directors, who have worked for the company before stepping into their new roles as co-owners. Established originally in 2004, Brancaster House provides financial planning services including mortgages, equity release, pensions and investments. team of six is committed to its ethos of ‘financial advice for all’, supporting people at every stage of life. Shane Julian said: “It’s been a long-term aspiration of both of ours to either set up our own IFA practices or to be involved in a co-ownership of an IFA business. But it’s not often that you’re given the opportunity to buy an established business from within. We feel buying a business that we both already know the inner workings of and have been involved in running previously is an extremely good position to be in. Even more so when compared to starting from scratch with the regulation that encompasses the financial services industry.” Nick (left) and Shane (right) outside the Norwich office. One of the largest initiatives that the pair are championing is access to financial education for all. Shane added: “We are aware that financial firms sometimes place a significant emphasis on clients that have substantial reserves and that everyone from all walks of life deserves the opportunity to learn what to do with their resources. Making strong financial decisions shouldn’t be reserved for the few.” The pair have worked in the financial industry from administration positions. Nick Halls shared his thoughts on the journey: “The next chapter for the business doesn’t mean any change for the clients that are already on board. The team will continue to provide financial advice in the same way they always have – but now with us leading the charge with Scott, our Chartered Financial Planner who will continue to hold a senior position in the business as a shareholder and experienced member of the team.” Brancaster House is an award-winning financial service provider. Brancaster House aims to be with its clients for the entirety of their financial journey. From their first pension advice, all the way through legacy planning after retirement. For more information about Brancaster House, please visit: http://www.brancasterhouse.co.uk

GNMG NEWS/ALERT Sector News & Support 1) An invitation to review a new, AI, cloud based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) hitting the UK market in 2024. We have an exciting, exclusive opportunity for NAAME members to take a deep dive into a new AI powered, cloud based, ERP System called Arcflow. The system will be hitting the UK market in 2024. We are inviting 15 manufacturing leaders on the 5th December at Centrum, Norwich for a C-Suite Analysis session providing an overview of the Arcflow system. This 3-hour workshop will enable you to get hands on an investigate the system to see whether it aligns with your business operations. Participating in the workshop will also unlock the opportunity to be part of the Early Adopter Programme. Instead of just using dummy data, there is the opportunity for you to send some top level data in advance that will be shared on the day so you can understand in greater detail the value of the system for your business. Please confirm attendance by Wednesday 22nd November 2023 – james.williamson@naame.co.uk   2) Be part of the Early Adopter programmes for the Digital Manufacturing on a Shoestring Project Join an 8-week training programme to adopt a low-cost automation solution with support from the Institute for Manufacturing (IfM) We have an exciting to offer our members exclusive access to IfM’s new training programme that will support your business to adopt a low-cost digital solution that will enable you to easily start your digitisation journey. The early adopter package enables companies to build and deploy a simple, low-cost digital solution in their factory so that they can see how digitalisation benefits their business, building in-house digital skills along the way. What’s involved? • 6-8 programme • Access technical experts • Weekly peer-to-learning with 3-5 businesses per cohort • Access a community forum • Access the online training portal Low cost digital solutions include; • Job location tracking • Power monitoring • scrap monitoring • Downtime monitoring Cost: £400. First cohort to start pre-Christmas. Register your interest ASAP – james.williamson@naame.co.uk

Greensphere brings together world’s largest group of leading science institutes to launch £150 million venture fund tackling climate change and biodiversity loss Specialist fund manager Greensphere Capital announces it is bringing together the world’s largest group of globally-renowned bioscience and environmental science institutes to launch the Gaia Sciences Innovation partnerships. Greensphere will raise a £150 million fund designed to invest in and scale world-leading businesses that successfully commercialise solutions that mitigate against the dual crises of climate change and biodiversity loss. Gaia Sciences Innovation brings together leading British partner institutions that are home to more than 4,000 scientists, researchers, and conservationists, including RBG Kew, ZSL, University of York, UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology, and via Norwich Research Park, which includes the Earlham Institute, John Innes Centre, Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Quadram Institute, The Sainsbury Laboratory, and the University of East Anglia. Based across the UK with a particular focus in regional research hubs such as York and Norwich, the fund will invest into start-up, spin-out and scale-up businesses linked to these institutions, that can help tackle biodiversity loss and climate change. These companies will then benefit from ongoing access to leading-edge scientific expertise in areas such as plant, fungal and animal sciences, ecology and hydrology, soil and microbiomes, and engineering biology. The wider arrangement will see partner organisations benefit from any new spinouts through profit share (via co-ownership) and license fees which allows organisations to fund future research and further build their organisational capacity. The spin-out companies should also provide a virtuous loop of valuable data from operating environments for scientists to refine and improve intellectual property. Divya Seshamani, Managing Partner at Greensphere Capital, said: “In the face of the global climate and biodiversity crisis, we urgently need more investment into solutions based on the best available science.  Mitigating these real risks requires evidence-led, science-based solutions, not anecdotes and spin.” “Britain is home to many of the world’s best bio and environmental science researchers, but the commercial potential in their breakthroughs is too often being overlooked. We want to unlock a pipeline of exciting ventures that are based on brilliant ideas, that operate with scientific integrity, that are grounded in a contextual understanding of the complex natural systems and are alert to the risks of unforeseen consequences.” The fund will focus primarily on investments across three focus areas:

• Greening real assets: making agriculture and forestry more sustainable and enhancing or restoring land and water-based ecosystems, with applications such as natural pest control, green fertiliser and products that enhance soil health, afforestation and habitat restoration advisory, enhanced carbon dioxide sequestration, and improved watershed management.
• Green fintech: providing technology and expertise that can underpin and unlock green financial markets. This includes technologies to measure, monitor and verify biodiversity and climate impacts, including technologies for environmental DNA collection and sequencing, sensors for tracking water and soil health, computational genetics, and AI for assessing climate and nature-related risks.
• Human supply-chain resilience: investing in solutions that improve the resilience of human supply chains (from food to medicine) and ease pressures on ecosystems or adapt to changing conditions, for example through climate-resilient food crops, developing alternatives that displace drivers of deforestation such as meat, dairy and palm oil, and using plants for drug discovery or producing bioactive compounds.

In December 2022, international governments agreed the Kunming-Montreal global biodiversity framework with a goal of halting biodiversity loss by 2030, protecting 30% of the planet for nature. According to World Economic Forum, $44 trillion of global economic value is moderately or highly dependent on nature and its services, making up over half of global GDP. ZSL and WWF’s Living Planet Index reveals that since 1970, there has been a 69% decline in global monitored wildlife populations, and it is predicted that by 2050 1 million species are on course for extinction. This fund sets out to address these interdependent challenges of climate change. Professor Monique Simmonds, Deputy Director of Science at The Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, commented: “Addressing biodiversity loss and climate change through science is at the heart of Kew’s mission.  When we work with others, innovate and deliver science-based solutions, we know we will see change. It is now a question of pace.  We are ready, we have the knowledge and the expertise, but it is the arrival of critical funding that will help us realise the solutions.” Matthew Gould, Chief Executive at ZSL, commented: “This is a brilliant opportunity for us to expand our impact and scale ZSL innovation at the kind of speed the world needs. It means our scientists and conservationists will have access to experts and investors as they develop solutions for our planet.” Professor Charlie Jeffery, Vice-Chancellor at University of York, commented: “We have some of the best researchers working on solutions to many of society’s most challenging environmental issues. This vital collaboration highlights the University’s commitment to creating a fairer and more sustainable future for all by harnessing knowledge from our discovery-led research to provide innovative solutions in the global fight against climate change and biodiversity loss. We look forward to working with Gaia Sciences Innovation on a range of exciting projects that have the potential to make a real difference to the world we live in.”  Roz Bird, CEO of Anglia Innovation Partnership (AIP), the science park management company at Norwich Research Park, commented: “The research and innovation at Norwich Research Park is important because it is addressing global challenges like food security, human disease and the effects of climate change. Companies on the campus spinning out of the research community are developing new ground-breaking technologies that will benefit society and the environment and contribute to the economic growth of the UK. We are delighted that as a result of AIP’s enterprise strategy this new partnership with Gaia Sciences Innovation has been formed which will help businesses on the park campus to grow and succeed. Dr Stuart Wainwright, Chief Executive at UKCEH, commented: “We are excited to be a founding institute in this initiative, which will catalyse innovation across UKCEH, from reversing biodiversity loss to improving soil health and mitigating climate change to managing landscapes sustainably.  This presents a fantastic opportunity to maximise the impact of our research and innovation, as well as to build new science collaborations across partner institutes, in order that together, people and nature can prosper.”

“These donations will undoubtedly cause a stir. It’s going to be exciting and fascinating to see how things pan out” – superstar Ed Sheeran hands over nearly 450 items, including boxer shorts, to help raise vital funds for EACH   Music megastar Ed Sheeran has raided his wardrobe and donated hundreds of garments including onesies, socks and even boxer shorts to East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH).   The array of goodies, the majority of which are being sold on the charity’s eBay site, starting from Thursday (16^th November), includes jumpers, trousers and hats, as well as jackets, belts, bags, T-shirts and Ipswich Town merchandise.   The astonishing haul is set to raise thousands of pounds for EACH, which supports families and cares for children across Ed’s native Suffolk, as well as Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex.   The singer-songwriter has been an Ambassador for the charity since 2014 and the donations were delivered by a member of his team to EACH’s shop in Bridge Street, Framlingham.   Kevin Clements, EACH Director of Fundraising and Communications, said: “It’s an extraordinary gesture and extremely kind of Ed.   “His generosity will raise thousands of pounds for our wonderful charity.   “Despite his incredible success and sky-high profile, he remains a loyal champion and we’re eternally grateful for his support.   “We realise how lucky we are. It’s invaluable and helps raise the profile of the vital care we provide to local children and families.   “In total, Ed and his family have donated 445 garments and accessories and the vast majority are going to be sold via eBay auctions.   “He has fans all over the world and these donations will undoubtedly cause a stir. It’s going to be exciting and fascinating to see how things pan out.”   EACH plans to release a total of 186 garments and accessories, including 27 pairs of boxer shorts, during three separate auctions, starting later this month in time for unique Christmas presents.   Another 239 will then be listed in a second sale early next year, with the remaining 20 being reserved for new EACH shop openings.   The first 62 items will drop on Thursday (16^th November). This will be a ten-day auction, with the next two, both seven-day auctions, going live on 26^th November and 3^rd December.   The starting price per item will be £9.99 and listings will be scheduled to start around 8pm.   Auctions can be accessed by heading here.   Garments will not be washed or ironed – they will be sold as received – and all sales will be accompanied by a signed letter of authenticity. Items will be sent via fully tracked and insured Royal Mail postage and can be sent overseas.   The complete breakdown of stock received is 26 plain T-shirts, 16 T-shirts with a logo or design, six premium T-shirts, 18 premium polo shirts, three plain jumpers, eight jumpers with a logo or design, nine premium jumpers, 11 pairs of trousers, three jackets, five belts, six onesies, 69 bags and accessories, 73 pairs of socks, 149 pairs of boxer shorts (around half of which have been worn and washed and half are brand new), 21 pairs of shorts, a pair of shoes, 14 hats and seven Ipswich Town items.   Suffolk-based Ed is a long-time supporter of EACH and he met staff and families at The Treehouse, in Ipswich, after becoming an Ambassador.   The 32-year-old memorably performed an acoustic set at a gala fundraiser at Cambridge’s Natural History Museum in 2016. He donated a drum kit which was auctioned for £2,650 and the evening raised more than £262,000.   All photography for eBay was kindly provided free of charge by Norwich-based NIQ Brandbank.