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We'll be blogging every few days about various topics, so come back soon to see more!

What are non-commodity charges?

20 February 2023 By Steven Warren - Energy Key Account Manager at YPO

Non-commodity costs are used to cover several factors that your energy provider incurs for supplying gas and electricity to your meters.
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Celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day

16 February 2023 By Simon Gamewell - Content Producer at TAP

We shouldn’t need a reason to be kind as it should just be the norm. However, in order to trigger a chain of gratitude, Random Acts of Kindness Day is celebrated in the UK and other places around the world on 17th February. Read TAP’s blog to find out more about practicing kindness in the classroom and beyond.
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How digital tools can help support mental health

10 February 2023

In recent times, the demand for mental health services has risen more than ever with over 1.2m young people on the NHS wait list for support. Schools are facing an unprecedented capacity crisis as they try to meet this rising demand in an effective and timely manner. Established agencies such as CAMHS are overloaded, meaning that teachers and school staff are now drowning under a wellbeing tsunami, and the tidal wave continues to grow.
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Meet the Buyer - Jack Appleton

09 February 2023 By Jack Appleton - Category Buyer for Furniture at YPO

Jack Appleton joined YPO eleven years ago as an apprentice and is now the Category Buyer for Furniture.
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Mental wellbeing activities for the classroom

08 February 2023 By The YPO Team

6th to the 12th of February is Children’s Mental Health Week, and Pritt have put together a fun mental wellbeing booklet, focusing on activities to promote positive mental health and well-being! Read below to find our top mental wellbeing activities for the classroom.
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Common apprenticeship questions answered

08 February 2023 By Elise Darbyshire - Product Data Writer at YPO

Apprenticeships are a wonderful way to kick-start your career, however people often have questions about what they actually are and how they work. This blog answers some of the most asked questions we have received about apprenticeships.
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Top tips on how to keep children safe online

26 January 2023 By Zoe Morgan-Kriek - Category Buyer for ICT at YPO

Staying safe online is a huge task for employers, parents, and teachers. Most children these days have higher skills in general than adults when online. However, it’s the responsibility of all of us to keep children safe, so here are a few tips to mention:
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The single-use plastic ban explained

26 January 2023 By The YPO Team

Find out more about the single-use plastic ban, coming into force in October 2023.
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Paint solutions to combat mould in social housing

24 January 2023 By Louise Hardcastle - Category Buyer for Buildings at YPO

Mould is usually caused by internal condensation, which occurs when properties are uninhabited or poorly ventilated. Bathrooms, kitchens, and cold walls are common areas of homes affected by damp, wet or void spaces.
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Sustainable printing for the public sector

20 January 2023 By The APS Group

As part of your social value objectives, you may be considering how to ensure any print requirements are aligned to your environmental and sustainability goals.
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