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Have we been hoodwinked by the plastics industry?
For years, we have been walking around with our heads held high, knowing that we are doing our bit to save the planet by carefully separating plastic items from other recyclables. But could it be that many of us have been hoodwinked into thinking we are doing well by recycling when, in fact, we should…
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What’s driving us away from walking?
In some cases, the reason we choose to drive rather than to walk is obvious and logical – the distance is too great to walk. Often, though, the only explanation seems to be apathy. The truth is that driving can actually cause more of a headache than simply walking with petrol prices soaring, parking spaces…
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Use the new WWF footprint calculator to track your impact
The slogan ‘reduce, reuse and recycle’ has now been around for more than four decades, but do these actions go far enough? We all know we should be living more sustainably – but how? The reality is, aside from the three Rs, taking steps to reduce our impact can be tricky to navigate. The World…
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Have you heard about the new plastic packaging tax?
Although we all ‘know’ about plastic pollution, in many ways, many of us are blind to the scope of the issue. Take a walk around your local supermarket, for example. Plastic packaging encases almost every kind of product, even birthday cards. The list …
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Celebrating Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
The Monarchy is a fundamental staple of the British identity, image and values both nationally and abroad and this year, Her Majesty The Queen becomes the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee. This special occasion will be celebrated by the nation over a four-day bank holiday weekend, with thousands set to be spent on…
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Fabulous Teapot Trust fundraising by William Cuthill
The founder of Famous Publicity, Tina Fotherby, has been a supporter of the Teapot Trust for several years. Famous Publicity handles ad hoc pro bono projects on behalf of the charity’s founder Laura Young. The Teapot Trust assists children and young adults who are in hospital by providing art therapy which serves as a useful…
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Do you have a pet prenup?
In recent years, society has increasingly normalised treating your pet like it’s your baby – and deservedly so. Pet Instagram accounts are becoming increasingly popular – yes, my own dogs have one – and I must say, I think I spend more money on my dogs than on myself… Actually, I definitely do. Becoming ‘pet parents’ has become…
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Our anti-slavery and human trafficking policy
Policy statement Modern slavery is a crime resulting in an abhorrent abuse of the human rights of vulnerable workers. It can take various forms, such as slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour and human trafficking. We at Famous Publicity Ltd (the Company) have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and are committed to acting ethically and with…
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The nostalgia of school trips
The past year has been extremely difficult, particularly for those working in schools. Outings and sporting events have been cancelled, but with restrictions now easing, both students and teachers across the country can look forward to future school trips. The next step in the government’s roadmap out of lockdown, taking effect from May 17th, will see…