Sophie Cook

2 weeks ago | kingsleynapley.co.uk | Sophie Cook

This case study highlights the inspiring journey of a young man, Louis who was born with cerebral palsy (CP) and with the support of his Deputy, Deputyship team and family has transformed his passion for dogs into a small business, overcoming numerous challenges and creating a successful venture. His story not only exemplifies the power of perseverance and support but also showcases how individuals with disabilities can thrive in the business world with the right resources and mindset.

Feb 21, 2025 | healthindustryleaders.com | Sophie Cook

Switching Single-use to Sustainable: How Reusable Caps are Helping Towards the NHS Net Zero Goal  On the journey to delivering a net zero NHS, new innovations and sustainability projects are popping up in hospitals across the nation. Switching from single-use items to sustainable options is just one of the ways that the healthcare sector is working towards a carbon-free healthcare system. The NHS is responsible for around 5% of carbon emissions in the UK, and in Scotland.

Feb 19, 2025 | housingindustryleaders.com | Sophie Cook

How Technology Can Transform Social Housing: An interview with Vericon Systems Housing Industry Leaders sat down with Andy Greenhorn, National Sales Director at Vericon, to discuss how technological innovation is transforming social housing. In this interview, Andy discusses the current social housing challenges, and how Vericon are creating future-proof products to benefit the sector and residents alike. Vericon is a manufacturer of IoT devices.

Feb 11, 2025 | healthindustryleaders.com | Sophie Cook

Government Announce £82.6m AI Research Funding to Transform British Cancer Care and New Drug Breakthroughs Government Press ReleaseThe UK government is unveiling £82.6 million in research funding, to give UK researchers resources to be able to unlock the power of AI. Out of three projects, two of the projects will support companies to tackle diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer’s, as well as accelerating drug breakthroughs in the health sector.

Feb 10, 2025 | housingindustryleaders.com | Sophie Cook

UK’s largest energy supplier ‘Zero Bills’ mission: Octopus Energy ‘Zero carbon, zero stress, zero bills’Octopus energy are on a mission to create 100,000 ‘Zero Bill’ homes by 2030, in hopes of tackling the energy crisis and creating more affordable homes. The UK’s largest energy supplier have got rid of all energy bills for homes in one part of the UK, expanding it’s ‘Zero Bills’ initiative into Scotland.