Nick Hughes

England

Writer at Freelance

Freelance writer & editor. Children's picture book, Carlton's Perfect Part, https://t.co/HYfCBCkCrw

Articles

Directors ordered to pay petitioners’ costs of a winding up petition

1 month ago | kingsleynapley.co.uk | Nick Hughes |Lucy Edwards

Kingsley Napley is pleased to report the judgment of Mrs Justice Joanna Smith DBE in the case of Re MPB Developments Ltd [2025], which represents an excellent result for our client. We act for the petitioners in long running litigation. Two years ago, our clients presented a creditors’ winding up petition, together with a contributory’s winding up petition on the just and equitable basis and an unfair prejudice petition.
Best in show… but for how long? Trends in organic 2025

1 month ago | thegrocer.co.uk | Nick Hughes

Best in show… but for how long? Trends in organic 2025 By Nick Hughes2025-05-20T14:13:00 As organic food & drink sales grow well ahead of the wider market, calls are mounting for greater retail and government support As organic food & drink sales grow well ahead of the wider market, calls are mounting for greater retail and government support
Focus On Organic: 17 May

2 months ago | thegrocer.co.uk | Nick Hughes

Sales of organic products struggled during the cost-of-living crisis, due to the category’s typically higher price points. But it bounced back in late 2024: NIQ data revealed the organic food and drink market’s sales grew in value 6.4% in the year to 24 August, compared with non-organic’s 5.4% increase. Value sales are now double what they were 10 years ago and were up 7.3% this year, according to the Organic Market Report 2025 from Soil Association Certification.
Is genetic crop engineering the key to climate-resilient agriculture?

Oct 7, 2024 | thegrocer.co.uk | Nick Hughes

With backing from Labour, precision bred crops could be on their way to UK farms. But the complex issue divides both the industry and the publicImagine a future where a special type of barley reduces the methane emissions from cows, where wheat with a bigger grain size produces more food from less land and where low-carbon legumes are bred to be resistant to pests. That future is edging ever closer in England.
Budget Bytes: Simple, Affordable, and Delicious Recipes for Everyone

Sep 19, 2024 | medium.com | Nick Hughes

Get money on sudohackers.com. Struggling with budgeting? You’re not alone — over 60% of people fail to stick to their budget. Visit sudohackers.com for trusted money management solutions that help you stay on track and elevate your financial game. Budget Bytes has become a trusted go-to source for people looking to save money without compromising on taste. It’s a blog filled with recipes that are budget-friendly, easy to make, and delicious.
The MATs fighting for the survival of small schools

May 23, 2024 | tes.com | Nick Hughes

From falling pupil numbers to challenges in recruiting teachers, small schools in England are fighting a seemingly never-ending battle for survival. This, in part, explains why many have sought security by joining a multi-academy trust. Data previously shared with Tes from the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) shows that out of all the schools that joined a trust in 2021-22, 15 per cent were primaries with 100 pupils or fewer - the largest growth in six years.
How spicy flavours are dominating snacking NPD

Apr 23, 2024 | thegrocer.co.uk | Nick Hughes

How spicy flavours are dominating snacking NPD By Nick Hughes2024-04-24T14:54:00 Spicy flavours are taking off in bagged snacks. So, how big can this fiery trend get? And is there still room for traditional tastes?
Crisps, nuts & bagged snacks trends 2024: How spicy flavours are dominating

Apr 23, 2024 | thegrocer.co.uk | Nick Hughes

Crisps, nuts & bagged snacks trends 2024: How spicy flavours are dominating By Nick Hughes2024-04-24T14:54:00 Spicy flavours are taking off in bagged snacks. So, how big can this fiery trend get? And is there still room for traditional tastes?
«Sparar me oss «til fant» på kostnad av barn og unge?»

Apr 16, 2024 | sunnhordland.no | Håvard Kroka |Stein Høyland |Owe Håstø |Kirill Zimin |Silje Dyrseth Eide |Yngve Nikolaisen | +3 more

Musikk, dans og drama ved Stord vgs. er føreslått nedlagt og Stord kulturskule vert regelrett «rasert» av Stord kommune. Musikklina ved Stord vgs. har i alle år den har eksistert vore særs verdfull for ungdom som ynskjer seg generell studiekompetanse, og samstundes vil uttrykkje seg gjennom kunst og kultur.
Are school clusters the key to successful MAT expansion?

Apr 11, 2024 | tes.com | Nick Hughes

Developing a sustainable model for growth is a key strategic priority for many multi-academy trusts. But how can trusts fulfil their growth ambitions while keeping schools functioning well and maintaining strong oversight? It’s a journey that Cabot Learning Federation (CLF) knows well.