﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Cision News</title><link>https://news.cision.com</link><description>Cision is the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world, Cision provides the insight, expertise and intelligence that improve performance and build reputations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:43:03 GMT</pubDate><image><title>Cision News</title><width>146</width><height>60</height><link>https://news.cision.com</link><url>https://news.cision.com/Content/img/news-logo.png</url></image><item><title>WINNERS ANNOUNCED! Prestigious industry accolades awarded to leading lights of the Museum and Heritage sector</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/winners-announced--prestigious-industry-accolades-awarded-to-leading-lights-of-the-museum-and-herita,c9261386</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision495304</guid><description><![CDATA[Visitor attractions from across the UK have been recognised for their remarkable achievements at the Museums + Heritage Awards for Excellence 2012.
The winners and runners-up in each of the 11 categories were announced by broadcaster and comedienne Sue Perkins yesterday (May 16th) at 8 Northumberland in Central London.

Now celebrating its tenth year, the annual Awards created by The Museums + Heritage Show, recognise projects of excellence ranging from groundbreaking achievements of national institutions to those crafted with limited resources and budget or those championing]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 May 2012 10:52:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Shortlist announced for coveted 10th Anniversary Museum and Heritage sector awards</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/shortlist-announced-for-coveted-10th-anniversary-museum-and-heritage-sector-awards,c9236524</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision469615</guid><description><![CDATA[Museums, galleries and visitor attractions from across the UK and Europe have been shortlisted to receive a prestigious industry accolade at the national Museums + Heritage Awards for Excellence ceremony in May.
Innovative and groundbreaking exhibitions have been selected from hundreds of entries across 11 hard-fought categories. Popular comedienne and broadcaster Sue Perkins will be announcing the winners at the glittering Awards ceremony on 16 May at 8 Northumberland in central London.

Now celebrating its tenth year, the Awards recognise projects of excellence ranging from]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:45:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Angus College launches innovative Balanceability cycle programme</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/angus-college-launches-innovative-balanceability-cycle-programme,c9231775</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision464915</guid><description><![CDATA[Balanceability - the UK's only accredited learn to cycle programme for children aged 2 ½ to 6 years old has been officially launched in Scotland at Angus College.
The innovative programme, which has been supported by Olympic Champion cyclist Chris Boardman MBE, has been launched at the College's nursery.
Balanceability combines unique ergonomic balance bikes with a programme of activity that builds confidence, spatial awareness and dynamic balance skills enabling young children to learn to cycle without ever needing stabilisers.

The programme, which was funded through the efforts of HND]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 09:15:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Grant funding leads to innovative learn to cycle programme being launched in Sheffield and Chesterfield</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/grant-funding-leads-to-innovative-learn-to-cycle-programme-being-launched-in-sheffield-and-chesterfi,c9228832</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision461488</guid><description><![CDATA[Balanceability - the UK's only accredited learn to cycle programme for children aged 2 ½ to 6 years old is being launched in South Yorkshire.
The programme, which has been supported by Olympic Champion cyclist Chris Boardman MBE, is being provided to schools in the region by Sheffield-based Play & Sport Solutions. The voluntary organisation received £1,000 in grant funding from the to roll out the programme.

The innovative Balanceability programme combines unique ergonomic balance bikes with a programme of activity that builds confidence, spatial awareness and dynamic balance skills]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:25:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Angus College announced as Scottish launch site for innovative Balanceability cycle programme</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/angus-college-announced-as-scottish-launch-site-for-innovative-balanceability-cycle-programme,c9228743</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision461411</guid><description><![CDATA[Balanceability - the UK's only accredited learn to cycle programme for children aged 2 ½ to 6 years old will be launched in Scotland on Friday 9th March.
The innovative programme, which has been supported by Olympic Champion cyclist Chris Boardman MBE, will be launched at Angus College in Arbroath.
Balanceability combines unique ergonomic balance bikes with a programme of activity that builds confidence, spatial awareness and dynamic balance skills enabling young children to learn to cycle without ever needing stabilisers.

The programme for the College Nursery has been funded through the]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2012 09:42:23 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Size matters!</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/size-matters-,c9222043</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision453990</guid><description><![CDATA[Top 5 tips for choosing the right bed this National Bed Month
March is National Bed Month – 31 days dedicated to celebrating the most important piece of furniture in the home. Below, Britain's luxury bed expert Brent Cooper – MD of Marshall & Stewart and former Hästens sleep expert, shares his top tips for buying the right bed to provide quality, restorative sleep – every night.

“A restful night of quality sleep is vital for good health. Give it the attention it deserves. Grumpiness, irritability, short temper and short term memory loss are all symptoms of sleep deprivation. If you want]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:28:36 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Bedtime just got interesting</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/bedtime-just-got-interesting,c9209919</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision441666</guid><description><![CDATA[Luxury bedmaker Marshall & Stewart is redefining the luxury sleep experience with the introduction of the 'Cullinan' – a masterpiece of British craftsmanship.
Combining innovative design and traditional techniques, the Cullinan creates an unparalleled sanctuary for restorative sleep. Created using only the finest natural materials, the Cullinan base features two layers of Bonnell and pocket springs surrounded by layers of cashmere, needled lambswool and silky horsehair. The mattress epitomises luxury, with a 14-turn progressive spring system encased in sumptuous layers of cashmere blended]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:18:46 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Overcoming Winterbourne View:  New social care study sets out foundations for quality, cost-effective support</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/overcoming-winterbourne-view--new-social-care-study-sets-out-foundations-for-quality--cost-effective,c9191689</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision421882</guid><description><![CDATA[Joe was sectioned at the age of 17. Restrained by care staff often 15 times a day, the severely learning disabled teenager was deemed a risk to himself and his family. With no appropriate provision near his family in Oxford, Joe seemed destined for institutional care in another county.
Yet today, Joe, now 20, lives in local supported housing, has a bespoke care plan and is rebuilding his relationship with his family. His life is being transformed.

Joe’s inspiring journey towards appropriate social care is among the powerful stories published in a compelling new report today by the]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2011 15:59:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>London hotelier commissions bespoke British beds to complete “world's most beautiful small hotel”</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/london-hotelier-commissions-bespoke-british-beds-to-complete--world-s-most-beautiful-small-hotel-,c9181289</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision412266</guid><description><![CDATA[Eccentric hotelier and acclaimed interior-designer David Carter has commissioned bespoke, hand crafted beds from Marshall & Stewart in London to add the finishing touch to his theatrical 18th century town house.
40 Winks has become the world's first hotel to offer guests the unique Marshall & Stewart sleep experience.

David Carter said: “40 Winks is not a conventional hotel. What we offer is an ambiance that guests can slip in to, and a place where they can disappear from the real world. Having a fantastic night's sleep is an essential element of this experience, and we spent a long time]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:50:07 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Leeds support workers shortlisted for prestigious industry accolade</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/leeds-support-workers-shortlisted-for-prestigious-industry-accolade,c9181277</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision412259</guid><description><![CDATA[An 'Opportunities' staff team from Leeds have been shortlisted as finalists for a prestigious care industry accolade.
Simon Bedford, Mick Manning and Carla Millard, support workers for Affinity Trust in Leeds, represented the team at the judging day on October 11th and have made it through to the final of the Great Yorkshire and Humberside Care Awards in the 'Putting People First' category.

The team was nominated for their achievements in assisting individuals with learning disabilities to achieve goals and access to a variety of social, educational and health-based activities.

Simon]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:40:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>UK's first learn to cycle programme for children fills physical activity void highlighted in Government policy</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/uk-s-first-learn-to-cycle-programme-for-children-fills-physical-activity-void-highlighted-in-governm,c9163311</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision394573</guid><description><![CDATA[Balanceability - the UK's first and only accredited 'learn to cycle' programme for Foundation Stage children fills physical activity void laid out in Government's Start Active, Stay Active policy.
Balanceability combines unique ergonomic balance bikes with a programme of activity that builds confidence, spatial awareness and dynamic balance skills enabling young children to cycle without ever needing stabilisers.

The programme is aligned with the Government's 'Start Active, Stay Active' policy which lays out new guidelines for increased physical activity for young children. It has been]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 10:04:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Liverpool optician forms a new partnership with KODAK Lens to help the world to see</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/liverpool-optician-forms-a-new-partnership-with-kodak-lens-to-help-the-world-to-see,c9148804</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision377690</guid><description><![CDATA[Mersey Optometrists, a pair of new optical practices in Liverpool, have teamed up with Kodak Lens to become the latest Kodak Lens Vision Centres in the UK.
The newly-opened Mersey Eyecare Kodak Lens Vision Centres in Park Road and Aigburth Road will now benefit from the partnership with Kodak Lens, the global leader in lens technology.

As Kodak Lens Vision Centres, Mersey Eyecare will form part of a unique charity project called The Kodak Lens Second Sight Project. The project is run by in partnership with Vision Aid Overseas and aims to help people in developing countries whose lives are]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:53:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Marshall &amp; Stewart to open a one-stop-shop for luxury beds in London</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/marshall---stewart-to-open-a-one-stop-shop-for-luxury-beds-in-london,c9147051</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision375118</guid><description><![CDATA[British luxury bed retailer Marshall & Stewart has announced plans to open two London showrooms to create one-stop-shops for luxury bed clients.
From Autumn 2011, the two showrooms on the King's Road and Crawford Street which are currently trading as Hästens, will be re-opened as Marshall & Stewart, selling the popular Swedish-made beds alongside the new, exclusive British Marshall & Stewart Diamond Collection.

Brent Cooper, Marshall & Stewart MD, said: “To coincide with the launch of the handcrafted Marshall & Stewart Diamond Collection we have decided to rename the showrooms, reflecting]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 15:19:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The ultimate gift for Father's Day</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/the-ultimate-gift-for-father-s-day,g9126534</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision350187</guid><description><![CDATA[What does your dad deserve this Father's Day? Socks? Mug? CD? For those garden-loving dads who have gone the extra mile this year, why not treat them to a little bit of luxury in time for the summer.
The Limited Edition Hästens Hammock, available from Hästens showrooms on London's Kings Road and Crawford Street, is the perfect gift for Father's Day (June 19th). It provides the same incredible comfort as a legendary Hästens bed, but can be enjoyed outdoors. Each luxury hammock is crafted out of the finest quality cotton, is chemical-free and comes in the iconic Hästens blue check.

The]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2011 08:50:50 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Hästens beds at home at the heart of  the Ecclestone Square Hotel</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/hastens-beds-at-home-at-the-heart-of--the-ecclestone-square-hotel,g9126233</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision349861</guid><description><![CDATA[Luxury bedmakers Hästens are delighted to be the 'bed of choice' for the world's most hi-tech hotel – the Ecclestone Square in London, opening mid June 2011.
Around £6.5 million has been spent to transform the Grade II-listed Pimlico hotel into a unique, technologically-charged retreat with rooms boasting a 46″ 3D LED television, 3D Blu Ray DVD players, an iPod dock, super-fast wi-fi and worldwide VOIP calls.

 

At the heart of each of the 39 guest rooms is a Hästens Adjustable bed – the Comfortable II - selected by the hotel's owners from London's concept Hästens showroom on the King's]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2011 13:46:06 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>WINNERS ANNOUNCED!
Prestigious industry accolades awarded to leading lights of the Museum and Heritage sector</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/winners-announced-prestigious-industry-accolades-awarded-to-leading-lights-of-the-museum-and-heritage-sector,g9123093</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision346784</guid><description><![CDATA[Visitor attractions from across the UK have been recognised for their remarkable achievements at the Museums & Heritage Awards for Excellence 2011.
The winners and runners-up in each of the 11 categories were announced by broadcaster and comedienne Sue Perkins on May 11 at the glittering Awards ceremony at London's Church House, Westminster.
Created by The Museums & Heritage Show, the sector's largest annual trade exhibition, the Awards recognise best practice within the world of museums, galleries and heritage visitor attractions.
Hundreds of industry professionals joined together at the]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2011 08:13:13 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>FREE hearing tests to be rolled out across the UK to mark National Deaf Awareness Week (2-9 May)</title><link>http://www.cisionwire.co.uk/steff-petersen/r/free-hearing-tests-to-be-rolled-out-across-the-uk-to-mark-national-deaf-awareness-week--2-9-may-,g565589</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision311941</guid><description><![CDATA[Thousands of people in eight towns across the UK are being offered FREE hearing tests through a new Digital Hearing Service launched to mark National Deaf Awareness Week (May 2-9).
The new service is being piloted at Kodak Lens Vision Centres in Redditch, Bromsgrove, Kidlington, Kidderminster, Gloucester and Burnham-on-Sea. A team of audiologists are running the FREE weekly hearing surgeries giving patients free hearing tests, discussing hearing care solutions and demonstrating the very latest aids.
To mark National Deaf Awareness Week, the Digital Hearing Service will also contribute £50]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2011 14:32:29 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Shortlist announced for prestigious  Museums &amp; Heritage Awards for Excellence 2011</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/shortlist-announced-for-prestigious--museums---heritage-awards-for-excellence-2011,g561089</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision308768</guid><description><![CDATA[Museums and visitor attractions across the UK and Europe have been shortlisted to receive prestigious industry awards at the national Museums and Heritage Awards for Excellence ceremony in May.
Innovative and groundbreaking exhibitions have been selected from more than 300 entries across 10 hard-fought categories.

National treasure, comedienne and broadcaster Sue Perkins will announce the 11 lucky winners at the Awards ceremony on Wednesday 11 May at Church House, Westminster.

The Awards applaud projects ranging from groundbreaking achievements of national institutions to those crafted]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2011 08:37:08 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Imperial War Museum and Historic Royal Palaces shortlisted among  24 London attractions for prestigious global museum awards</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/imperial-war-museum-and-historic-royal-palaces-shortlisted-among--24-london-attractions-for-prestigious-global-museum-awards,g560370</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision308241</guid><description><![CDATA[Twenty-four visitor attractions in London have been shortlisted to receive prestigious industry awards at the national Museums and Heritage Awards for Excellence ceremony in May.
Innovative and groundbreaking exhibitions including The Enchanted Palace, Henry VIII's Tapestries Revealed and 1001 Inventions have been selected from more than 300 entries across 10 hard-fought categories.

National treasure, comedienne and broadcaster Sue Perkins will announce the 11 lucky winners at the Awards ceremony on Wednesday 11 May at Church House, Westminster.

The Awards applaud projects ranging from]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 05 Apr 2011 08:36:13 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Marshall &amp; Stewart unveils  The Diamond Collection of luxury handmade beds</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/marshall---stewart-unveils--the-diamond-collection-of-luxury-handmade-beds,g556595</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision305538</guid><description><![CDATA[British luxury bedmakers Marshall & Stewart will officially unveil its inaugural bed collection in May 2011. Consisting of six exquisite models, the Diamond Collection beds are hand crafted in Britain using a combination of traditional techniques and innovative designs, creating sanctuaries for restorative sleep.

Designed by Marshall & Stewart director and leading Hästens bed expert Brent Cooper, each bed is hand crafted by layering the very finest natural materials and a progressive, intelligent spring system providing unparalleled comfort.
Designed by Marshall & Stewart director and]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2011 16:20:47 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>.</title><link>http://news.cision.com/steff-petersen/r/,g634348494000000000</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision302428</guid><description><![CDATA[[image]

 

Marshall & Stewart unveils
The Diamond Collection

British luxury bedmakers Marshall & Stewart will officially unveil its inaugural bed collection in May 2011.

Consisting of six exquisite models, the Diamond Collection beds are hand crafted in Britain using a combination of traditional techniques and innovative designs, creating sanctuaries for restorative sleep.

Designed by Marshall & Stewart director and leading Hästens bed expert Brent Cooper, each bed is hand crafted by layering the very finest natural materials and a progressive, intelligent spring system]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2011 15:30:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Affinity Trust announces Charity Commission approval</title><link>http://www.cisionwire.co.uk/steff-petersen/r/affinity-trust-announces-charity-commission-approval,g542660</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision295590</guid><description><![CDATA[Affinity Trust is delighted to announce it has been registered as a charity by the UK Charity Commission.
Registration confirms Affinity Trust’s continued charitable mission and values and will enable the charity to be recognised for the work and services it provides for people with learning disabilities.

Leo Sowerby, Chief Executive, said: “Affinity Trust has always been a charitable organisation since it was formed in 1991, originally as an Industrial and Provident Society. We hope that our conversion and registration as a charity will help people understand how we operate and that we]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2011 10:58:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Halstead railway artist judges  art from creative kids</title><link>http://www.cisionwire.co.uk/steff-petersen/r/halstead-railway-artist-judges--art-from-creative-kids,g536535</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision291049</guid><description><![CDATA[Local children created a tough challenge for local railway artist Peter Insole who was faced with judging more than 200 entries in an art competition organised by Billson Opticians.
The well-known artist was on-hand to judge the entries and hand-picked the six winning submissions from Olivia Hanagan, Lauren Jay, Jerwin Apiado, Isabella Pipe, James Hartley and Jordan Philpot.

The competition was organised by Billson Opticians – a Kodak Lens Vision Centre in Haverhill - to give local children a chance to exercise their creativity by designing a festive picture for the Vision Centre's winter]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Jan 2011 11:16:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Blackpool optician “overwhelmed” by community support for Third World specs campaign</title><link>http://www.cisionwire.co.uk/steff-petersen/r/blackpool-optician--overwhelmed--by-community-support-for-third-world-specs-campaign,g532845</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision288604</guid><description><![CDATA[A Blackpool optician has been “overwhelmed” by the public support for a campaign to collect unwanted glasses to be sent to help those in the Third World whose lives are blighted by poor eyesight.
Lisa Barrett of Red Bank Opticians – a Kodak Lens Vision Centre in Red Bank Road, Bispham, launched a campaign in September urging the local community to donate 100 pairs of unwanted specs by Christmas. The donations came flooding in and Lisa has so far received 302 pairs of specs which are boxed and ready to be sent to the Third World.

“I'm totally overwhelmed by the way the local community has]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2010 11:59:34 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>