Collars that care

You might not think too much about your dog’s collar, but thanks to Amor Handmade, this item can have real positive impacts on the lives of others. The brand works with artisan women in Chiapas, Mexico to create beautiful, handwoven collars using Maya weaving techniques - the intention is to provide them with stable jobs and preserves their cultural heritage. To create one dog collar textile, it takes approximately four to seven hours and it’s evident how much hard work goes into them with their bold patterns and vibrant colourings. Amour Handmade rejects the common tourist market, which favours bargaining and low prices, instead paying the artisans their asking price or better. Not only does this contribute to a beneficial and fair supply chain, but your dog will look even cuter with their heartfelt collar.

For more information, visit amorhandmade.com

CNM launches Health Coach diploma course

The importance of good health can never be underestimated - so whether you’re looking for a career change, or simply want to learn more about wellness, CNM have launched an exciting new diploma. The Health Coach course consists of five modules - how the body works, nutrition and health, fitness and exercise, coaching and marketing and business promotion - and is completed over one year either in their flagship college in Islington or online. Students can expect to learn via both informative lectures, as well as hands on practice sessions. Plus, CNM is accredited in many different countries, offering graduates global opportunities. For more information, visit thehealthcoach.com

Parking fines that don’t cost the Earth

Getting a car parking fine is frustrating enough without the added annoyance that the majority of them are issued in unnecessary single-use plastic envelopes. Every year, more than 12 million of these are handed out - with each one taking around 200 years to degrade in landfill. Thankfully, Gemini Parking Solutions has made the change to use only recyclable and degradable PCN bags, and they are calling for others in the parking industry to follow suit. Ryan Jackson, director at Gemini Parking Solutions said: “We have committed to only using biodegradable wallets and we would like to encourage others to join us in the move. I believe this is something that should be supported by the two accrediting bodies of our industry and potentially be made mandatory, because we all have to take a greater responsibility for how we impact the environment.” For more information, visit geminiparkingsolutions.com