What Does Northern Rail’s Summer of Discontent Mean for its Passengers – and the UK’s Infrastructure?
It’s been a tediously long and hot summer for passengers on Northern Rail, with mass delays, cancellations and public headlines making for an uncomfortable few weeks. With furore still refusing to quieten down, we’re left wondering what will happen to …
MPs Warn of the Threat Posed by Fake News – But Is It Already Out of Our Hands?
As the DCMS Committee airs a warning about the growing dangers of fake news eclipsing real information, we’re left to wonder if the problem has already overtaken us – and if the UK is one step behind a wary international …
Fibre Broadband in Every Home: the Government’s Latest Connectivity Promise
As our internet demands have increasingly outpaced the UK’s current offering, pressure has grown on the government to make changes. Now, as the UK prepares to forge its own path without Europe, large-scale infrastructure rejuvenation is finally on the cards. …
Surprising Figures Prove the UK Construction Industry is on the Road to Recovery
After a well-publicised slowdown earlier in the year, the construction industry seems to be back on track, with recent figures greatly surpassing expectations. But despite the good news, there’s still a long way to go – and this is the …
What’s Currently on the Menu for Hospitality Tech?
Technology’s refusal to slow down has seen it disrupt established industries and create entirely new ones. For diners and hospitality owners, however, the tech-led transformation has only just begun – with exciting results. We have much to thank technology …
How Brave Firefighters Are Tackling Saddleworth Moor Blaze – and How You Can Help
As the Saddleworth Moor blaze enters its second week, dedicated firefighters continue to work tirelessly to douse the flames. But with fresh challenges levelled against them and scorching summer temperatures to contend with, it’s up to the local community to …
How to Keep Employees’ Eyes on the Ball Following the World Cup Kick-Off
After England’s initial victory in the World Coup group stages, it’s become clear that football fever is set to overtake the country for a little longer yet. Although a fun event, it can lead to a decline in productivity. But …
Microsoft’s Sunken Data Centre Changes the Future of Green Computing
Microsoft has reacted to the increase in power used by global data centres with a surprising idea: submerging one of their own data centres near the Orkney islands. With the future of green computing in their hands, it’s time for …
Where is the Northern Powerhouse in the Recent Rail Crisis?
As Northern Rail’s timetable changes cause widespread chaos – upending passengers’ professional and personal lives – commuters furiously demand answers, and the call could not be clearer: where is the promised ‘Powerhouse’? Since May 18th, Northern Rail has cancelled …
