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2 weeks ago | 
business.itn.co.uk | Zoe Smith |Zoë Rose Smith
By Nina Harrison-BellWorld Autism Awareness Month may have ended in April, but the conversations it sparked around meaningful inclusion are far from over. For many organisations, it served as a moment to reflect — not just on raising awareness, but on taking real, lasting action. And that work continues every day.
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2 weeks ago | 
business.itn.co.uk | Zoe Smith |Zoë Rose Smith
The team here at ITN Business are still riding the high after an amazing couple of days at The Podcast Show at London’s Business Design Centre in Islington — a buzzing hub of ideas, creativity, and insight into the future of podcasting. The energy was electric as podcast creators, influencers, production pros, brand strategists, B2B business leaders, audio tech innovators, and content marketers all came together under one roof.
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2 weeks ago | 
business.itn.co.uk | Zoe Smith |Zoë Rose Smith
Common misconceptions abound when it comes to skin cancer, including its deadliest form, melanoma; from the safety of sunbeds to the risk levels for different demographic groups. The reality is that no one is exempt from skin cancer, of any type. Non-melanoma cancers like basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), as well as melanoma, can develop at any stage of life, including adolescence.
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3 weeks ago | 
business.itn.co.uk | Zoe Smith |Zoë Rose Smith
It’s no secret that access to healthcare is plagued with inequalities — and this is especially true for respiratory and lung disease care in the UK. A report by Asthma + Lung UK found that those living in the poorest communities of the country were twice as likely to develop a lung condition and seven times more likely to die from it.
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3 weeks ago | 
business.itn.co.uk | Zoe Smith |Zoë Rose Smith
This week’s round-up brings three feel-good stories that show the power of thoughtful innovation in action. From New York’s bold new composting law that’s helping cut methane emissions, to a British pub chain flipping the switch on solar, and a heartwarming Canadian idea using scent to comfort premature babies — each of our stories proves how a little creativity and care can go a long way. Could UK cities take a cue from NYC’s food waste crackdown?
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3 weeks ago | 
business.itn.co.uk | Zoe Smith |Zoë Rose Smith
Workplace wellbeing is climbing the agenda, and one founder is bringing something refreshingly simple — and deeply effective — to the table: craft. “It’s like meditation, yoga or breathwork,” says Alexandra Lunn, founder of craft-based workshop business Well-Crafted. “They all bring you into the present moment — and craft does the same. Whether that’s lino cutting, paper cutting, or making a mess with paint… it taps into this playful, childlike state.
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3 weeks ago | 
business.itn.co.uk | Zoe Smith |Zoë Rose Smith
For many professionals, taking a career break to care for children, support ageing parents, recover from burnout, or relocate is a necessary and valuable part of life. But the journey back into the workforce can be unexpectedly difficult — and all too often overlooked. “It’s like starting all over again.” It’s a phrase that echoes across returner communities; reflecting the shared reality of many individuals who find themselves disconnected from the working world.
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3 weeks ago | 
tandfonline.com | Zoe Smith |Zoë Rose Smith
AbstractIn 1982, Judith Allen argued that colonial women’s economic dependence on the male breadwinner was both ‘the precondition for family violence and the reason for its continuation’. Although the economic constraints of coverture were seemingly eroded with the intermittent passage of Married Women’s Property Acts throughout the Australian colonies, women’s economic dependence in marriage was not only maintained, but endorsed.
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1 month ago | 
business.itn.co.uk | Zoe Smith |Zoë Rose Smith
From easing nerves in the early days of a role to boosting long-term retention, communication has a crucial part to play in shaping young employees’ experience at work. And when done well, it not only strengthens engagement but also drives better performance across teams.
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1 month ago | 
business.itn.co.uk | Zoe Smith |Zoë Rose Smith
Blog post by Head of ITN Business, NINA HARRISON-BELL. In a volatile world, investor communications need more than numbers — they need trust, transparency, and a clear narrative to build lasting relationships and drive sustainable growth. From geopolitical tensions and market swings to the return of unpredictable political forces like Donald Trump, the world is anything but stable.
