The brief was to print and install a window display that provided a high impact, both internally and externally, for the Bank’s latest Spring campaign.

Working closely with the Bank’s existing marketing agency, Home Strategic, DigiGlass used its unique DigiLam process to deliver high definition window graphics that appear to be printed directly on to the glass. The complex process involves printing five colours in three layers on to optically clear PET window film, giving an identical effect from inside and out.

Uniquely, this was the first window film installation to use the new DigiLam process. This involves the application of an optically clear laminated film over the printed window film to further enhance the visual appearance and provide an additional layer of window protection.

The benefits go beyond just visual impact and window protection. The window film blocks 99% of the sun’s ultraviolet rays and reduces incoming solar energy. This will help towards reducing the Bank’s energy bills, provide protection for staff and customers and reduce fading.

DigiGlass is currently working on major projects in Jersey, Gibraltar, UK and the USA and can be contacted via their website www.digiglass.biz

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Transition North have very kindly gifted two fruit trees which will be planted in the grounds of Bonwick, and will be used for the demonstration.

Michelle O’Malley, the charity’s fundraising manager said, ‘We hope residents of the north of the Island will come and support this event and maybe learn a little something on the way.’

There will be refreshments and facepainting available, and all children will get the chance to plant their own seeds and take this away with them.

Lawrence Rea and Mill Millichap, both experienced gardeners, and members of Transition North, will also be on hand to offer advice and information out to budding gardeners.

Entry is free so bring the family along.

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“In the last three months alone we have been responsible for the successful applications of two new e-Gaming companies which will bring additional revenue and employment to the Island,” said legal director Barry Smith.

“The Island has seen significant growth in e-Gaming which has produced direct revenue and employment across a number of job specifications.  As a corporate service provider, with extensive experience in the e-Gaming sector, we are involved in the licensing application process and co-ordinate and implement bespoke tax planning structures.”

The expanded and dedicated team consists of Mr Smith along with Aidan Davin, client services director; Kerry Tasker, team leader; and Paul Davenport, consultant.

Team leader Kerry joined Equiom in 2002 and has 13 years experience in offshore administration.   She has been an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators since 1999. Prior to specialising in e-Gaming Kerry managed an administration team looking after a significant portfolio of clients including a number of Equiom’s high net worth clients.

Mr Davenport joined Equiom as a consultant in November last year from the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC), where he was a senior inspector.  Prior to the GSC he was a detective constable with the Isle of Man Constabulary, specialising as an investigator in the Financial Crime Unit.  His primary role will be to assist with licence applications and the ongoing regulatory requirements of licensed companies.  He is a member of the International Compliance Association, having qualified with the International Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering.

Aidan Davin said: “The growth in the e-Gaming sector, and our increasing involvement, has resulted in the requirement for Equiom to form a dedicated team to service this important part of the Island’s economy.  The appointments of Kerry and Paul bring a wealth of experience to the team and will ensure that we continue to be the market leader in the provision of corporate services from the Isle of Man to the e-Gaming business.”

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The runners up were:
·         Intensive Interaction Learning Disabilities – Social Services;
·         Making a Difference at the Point of Care Programme, Clinical Governance Noble’s Hospital, Health Services; and
·         ‘Keep ‘em Clean Campaign’ a Hand Hygiene Campaign Noble’s Hospital, Health Services.

Each team had to deliver a 20 minute presentation to impress judges, Peter Ginty, Lecturer, International Business School, Anthony Pugh, Managing Director Manx Radio and Alice Martin, Director of Performance and Delivery, Chief Secretary’s Office.

The presentations detailed the project work the teams have done over the past year and how this had benefited the department’s services and the public.

The ceremony was opened by Hon W. E. Teare, MHK, Minister for Health and Social Security, who went on to say: “It is an absolute delight to be able to have the pleasure of opening the ceremony for such an esteemed award. The teams short-listed demonstrate the dedication and commitment the Department has to continually making our services better. Congratulations to the winners, and the best of luck next year for the runners up.”

David Killip, Chief Executive Officer, Department of Health and Social Security, who presented the awards said “I am thrilled to have the opportunity to meet and present these teams with the awards they have so deservingly received. It give me great pride to present this Top Team Award to the Home Grown Ambulance Technician Project, Ambulance Services, but all the teams are ‘Top Teams’ in their own right.”

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Helen is a clinical psychologist with 30 years’ experience of working with people with psychological problems such as anxiety, depression, stress and post trauma stress, sleep, phobias and relationship problems.

She practices in the Isle of  Man, but people from all around the world benefit from her advice and expertise via her computer-based therapy services available online.

Thanks to Big Fish, the Isle of Man’s office printer specialists, for supporting Women in Business by sponsoring this event.

Don’t miss Isle of Man Women in Business Tuesday Club. 16 March, The Courthouse, downstairs.   18.00. It’s free to attend and everyone is welcome

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Mark Eastham Adventure Events Coordinator at The Children’s Centre said “The close proximity of the steep valleys; woodland and remote mountainous areas provide the perfect environment for Adventure Racing.  This event will consist of three demanding stages: a 6km trail run, 10km Mountain Biking and a further 3.5km trail run, and can be entered as an individual or a team. The racing is all off-road so the going can get tough: but that’s what Adventure Racing is all about”.

To sign up or to find out more about this exciting event please visit www.thechildrens centre.org.im or phone Mark on 631917

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Young people entering the job market are in with a chance of looking their best this year, thanks to Lloyds TSB, which has announced a competition to give away £500 to help one lucky recipient put their best foot forward.

There are many key life stages we all go through but one of the most daunting can be starting out – getting your foot on the first rung of the career ladder. Lloyds TSB has put in place a series of activities that will alleviate some of the stress around this critical point in many young people’s lives.

Young Islanders simply need to answer one question on the new Your Island Journey Website and they can be in with a chance of winning £500 worth of shopping vouchers, which they can use to create a new, smarter image preparing them to enter the world of work in style.

Lucy Felton, Business Development Manager for Lloyds TSB on the Isle of Man, said: “The new Lloyds TSB Your Island Journey website is packed full of advice and information which anyone starting out on their career will find valuable. Whether it’s navigating your way through financial jargon so you can be sure to find the right bank account for your needs, getting advice on budgeting, or entering our competition, we think we have something for everyone starting out on this exciting part of life’s journey.”

Starting Out is, by virtue of its name, only the beginning and throughout 2010 Lloyds TSB will be further developing the new website to include information relating to other key life stages.

Details of the Starting Out initiative, including the competition, can be found on the new Lloyds TSB Your Island Journey website: http://www.lloydstsb-offshore.com/your-journey/

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Santander’s two local savings subsidiaries, Bradford & Bingley International (BBI) and Alliance & Leicester International (ALI) have assisted the local branch of St John Ambulance by purchasing Thermoscan Thermometers for use by the organisations volunteers.

St John Ambulance are just one of the many charities BBI and ALI are supporting during 2010 and the Santander subsidiaries were delighted to be able to hand over 5 of the thermometers Derek Bridson, senior volunteer.

Commenting on the gift Lynda Osborne, County Executive Officer for Isle of Man branch of St John Ambulance said “The demands on our services are increasing all the time, with many events being unable to take place without adequate first aid cover.  It costs £2,000 per week to run St John Ambulance on the Island and we are therefore most grateful to you for your support.”

Community affairs manager George Campbell added “We were delighted to be able to provide the thermometers to St John Ambulance and know they will come in extremely useful.  The work the organisation does on island is immense and we hope that this gift goes someway to assist them.”

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During the months of March and April, hearing aid users on the Isle of Man can trade in their old hearing aids for cash.

Hidden Hearing will pay users £150 for their old hearing aid to set against the cost of a new digital system. For those who wear a hearing aid in each ear, they can trade in both aids and claim £300.

This is a welcome opportunity for hearing aid users to replace their old hearing aids and get a brand new digital system to further improve their hearing.

The latest models use powerful technology and can include wi-fi Bluetooth to connect directly to digital phones and TVs.

The Scrappage Scheme is open to all hearing aid users, no matter where they bought their original hearing aid. The only condition is the hearing aid must be at least 4 years old.

Guy Wolstencroft, registered Hearing Aid Dispenser at the Onchan Hidden Hearing clinic explained:

“I am delighted to support hearing aid users on the Island by providing them with an opportunity to try out the latest technology at a reduced cost.  To find out more about the scheme, users can pop in to see me for a free consultation, with no obligation, and they’ll be amazed at what digital technology can offer them. “

Hidden Hearing also offers a full 90 day money back guarantee. If you purchase a hearing aid system under this scheme and you’re not totally satisfied, you can return the hearing aid at any point within the first 90 days after your system has been fitted, and receive a full refund.

Hidden Hearing is a leader in hearing healthcare in the British Isles, and has been in business for 40 years with 77 state-of-the-art hearing centres throughout England, Scotland, Wales and the Isle of Man.

You can contact the local Hidden Hearing branch on 617683 or visit the Onchan clinic at 15b Village Walk, Onchan.

For more details see www.hiddenhearing.co.uk/scrappagescheme.

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A visit made by assessors to the leading financial services organisation Friends Provident International (FPI) at Castletown paved the way for the award for the parent company Friends Provident.

Carbon Trust was set up by the UK Government in 2001 as an independent company to accelerate the move to a low carbon economy, providing specialist support for businesses and the public sector to help cut carbon emissions, save energy and commercialise low carbon technologies.

To gain accreditation, a company has to demonstrate it has made an absolute reduction in CO2 emissions for at least a 3 year period as determined by the international measuring standard greenhouse gas protocol. The assessment covers electricity, gas and oil, including car emissions. A fresh appraisal is made every two years.

Sandra Latner, corporate responsibility manager at Friends Provident said: “The Company had to fill in a survey explaining what had been done over the past few years on reducing emissions before receiving a site visit from Carbon Trust officials.

“They said ‘pick your best office’ so we chose the Isle of Man because of the employee environmental champions pilot scheme.”

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