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Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
10p summer swim scheme launched for Cumberland kids
Children from Cumberland will be able to swim for just 10p this summer. All schoolchildren aged up to 16 in the area can take advantage of the offer at five indoor pools during the school summer holidays, due to a scheme from Cumberland Council, supported by GLL and Wigton Baths Trust. Cllr Anne Quilter, Cumberland Council's executive member for vibrant and healthy places, said: "We have put health and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do, and we want to encourage the young people of Cumberland to get active. "The 10p swims will be available in five locations, at different times throughout the week. "It is a great opportunity for children to use our facilities at a discounted rate and will also support families." The scheme runs from July 21 to August 31 and offers discounted swimming sessions throughout the week, including weekends at some venues. Participating leisure centres and session times include: Cockermouth Leisure Centre: Monday to Friday, 1pm to 1.50pm each day Copeland Pool and Fitness Centre (Whitehaven): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 1pm - 1.50pm, Saturday: 12pm - 12.50pm, and Sunday: 10am - 10.50am The Sands Centre (Carlisle) - July 21 to September 3. Monday to Friday and Sunday: 10am - 10.50am Wigton Baths: Monday: 11am - 12pm and 3pm - 4pm. Tuesday: 11.15am - 12.15pm and 4.15pm - 5.15pm. Wednesday: 11.30am - 12.30pm. Thursday: 11am - 1pm. Workington Leisure Centre: Week commencing July 21, Monday to Saturday: 11am - 11.50am. Week commencing July 28 until August 31, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday: 11am - 11.50am. Tom Rice, partnership manager at GLL Cumberland, said: "As Cumberland Council's leisure partner, we are delighted to see the 10p swim initiative not only continue but also extended across the whole of the new area. "Swimming is not only one of the healthiest activities that children can participate in but building and improving on swimming capability and confidence is a valuable life skill. "We look forward to welcoming local children into our pools over the summer and are hoping for a huge response to this excellent initiative." The 10p swim scheme is in addition to Cumberland's free Holiday Activity and Food Programme, which offers a range of summer activities for children. The programme provides up to 16 fully funded days for children who qualify for free school meals, with some paid places also available.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
GLL to launch blockchain-powered platform for creators and MSMEs
MUMBAI: GLL (Grow Limitless Ledger), a new-age tech startup building digital infrastructure for creators and small businesses, is set to launch its services in India this August. The platform uses blockchain and AI to help creators prove ownership of their work, offers invoice protection and trade finance support to MSMEs , and connects enterprises with verified partners. Designed to help creators publish and protect their work digitally, GLL leverages the best of both AI and blockchain worlds. It provides them with opportunities to grow, earn, and collaborate while allowing them to retain ownership and earn credit. For MSMEs, GLL offers invoice protection, access to working capital, and tools to take their businesses global. Through GLL's curated marketplace, other enterprises can also discover and work with these verified creators and small businesses. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gold Is Surging in 2025 — Smart Traders Are Already In IC Markets Learn More Undo Anirban Roy, co-founder, GLL, said in a statement, 'Millions of small creators and entrepreneurs work hard every day but lack visibility, credit access, or recognition. We're building the rails for a new digital economy—where your content, your business, and your identity are verifiable and rewarded.' 'Proof of Creation' — GLL' blockchain-backed feature that verifies original work. GLL also issues 'GLL Ions,' its native digital token, which users can earn by posting content, uploading invoices, or promoting their business. These tokens can then be used to unlock AI tools, pay for services, or gain visibility within the ecosystem. The company envisions creating a $1 billion+ GLL Ions economy in the next five years. Live Events GLL's India launch will include its digital wallet, AI-powered creator tools, invoice protection services, and a gamified community rewards program. A full-scale marketplace for enterprises and exporters is planned for later this year in both India and Singapore. Earlier in May, GLL raised $100,000 in seed money from XDC Singapore, an open-source hybrid blockchain platform. The company aims to capitalise on the potential of the rapidly expanding creator economy. Over 90% of creators earn less than $100 per month, and MSMEs face a credit gap of over $500 billion. With India's ONDC push and a growing appetite for verifiable, digital-first platforms, GLL is betting on a new wave of formalisation.
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Business Standard
08-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Delhi High Court grants interim protection to LNG terminal operators
The Delhi High Court has granted interim protection to Petronet LNG Limited (PLL) and GSPC LNG Limited (GLL) from coercive action under the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board's (PNGRB) Registration Regulations, 2025. Last month, the PNGRB introduced regulations mandating that companies intending to either set up a new LNG terminal or expand existing capacity must register with the regulator. The regulator will issue a registration certificate only after reviewing their detailed feasibility report, business plan, and evacuation strategy, as mandated in the new regulations. The regulations, which were challenged by PLL and GLL, were notified on May 8, 2025, and are effective from May 13, 2025. They require the registration of all entities establishing or operating LNG terminals across India, including facilities in Dahej, Mundra (Gujarat), and other locations. PLL and GLL have also challenged the PNGRB (Eligibility Conditions for Registration of Liquefied Natural Gas Terminal) Rules, 2012. The petitioners argued that the Rules and Regulations unlawfully equate registered LNG terminals to common carrier infrastructure, a classification not envisioned under the parent statute, the PNGRB Act, 2006. The petitioners also argued that the requirement under the new regulations to disclose confidential information goes beyond the scope of the parent Act. The division bench of the court observed that, for now, the petitioners are not required to seek registration under the challenged regulations and ordered that no coercive steps shall be taken against the petitioners for non-registration or non-submission of information under the 2025 Regulations. The issue of whether 'confidential' information can be sought by the PNGRB will be decided later by the court.
Belfast Telegraph
07-07-2025
- Business
- Belfast Telegraph
Workers at Belfast leisure centres to begin industrial action next week following members' ballot
Industrial action in the form of work-to-rule will begin across the city's municipal leisure centres on Tuesday July 15 following the vote taken by members of Unite and NIPSA. It follows what the unions say is the refusal of the company contracted by Belfast City Council to run the centres to agree the workforce's pay claim. "The council's decision to outsource services to GLL has proven disastrous' – Sharon Graham (Unite) Greenwich Leisure Ltd (GLL) is contracted by the Council to manage its outsourced leisure centres and gyms. Both unions have contacted GLL to clarify they stand ready to commence negotiations to resolve the issue. Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: 'It is a disgrace that leisure workers at Belfast leisure centres are earning far less than workers doing the same job in neighbouring councils. 'The council's decision to outsource services to GLL has proven disastrous not just for workers who are underpaid and overstretched but for the public who have endured hikes on charges." The unions said the Council's outsourcing of services had left pay for workers at its leisure centres at a lower level than those in other councils. Workers are seeking an additional one pound an hour pay increase this year to reduce the pay differential with other workers. NIPSA spokesperson Janette Murdock said: 'Belfast City Council is the biggest council in Northern Ireland but its leisure workers have the worst pay in the region. "GLL's unreasonable refusal has led to this industrial dispute and potential for a sharp escalation over the summer. The unions jointly contacted GLL on Friday [4 July] to confirm our readiness to enter negotiations at any time. "That said, GLL should be under no illusions as to our members' collective determination to close the pay chasm that has opened since Belfast council outsourced leisure services.' "GLL manage and run leisure centres across the city on behalf of Council. GLL is a social enterprise that reinvests all profits back into the centres and all operational matters, including those relating to pay, are under its remit,' said a spokesperson. 'Council is committed to working with GLL and its employees on the continued provision of leisure services in the city.' "We remain committed to continuing this dialogue' – GLL spokesperson GLL said it was 'disappointed' with the approach taken by the unions. "GLL is disappointed that, despite extensive and constructive negotiations, the unions have rejected a fair and competitive pay offer of 3-5% which is in line with inflation,' said a spokesperson. "As an Accredited Living Wage Employer, our pay offer is underpinned by the Real Living Wage. The unions proposed a counteroffer of 10-13%, which we are unable to accept. "As well as extensive dialogue that has already taken place, the unions have chosen to make this announcement on industrial action before the negotiation process has concluded. "Despite this, we remain committed to continuing this dialogue and have a further meeting planned with the Labour Relations Agency (LRA) and the unions on 30 July as part of this process. "As a worker's co-operative, and a charitable and social enterprise, we are aware that our offer is welcomed and wanted by many of our staff, who recognise that it values their hard work and commitment, while ensuring the long-term sustainability of our services.'
Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Leisure centre refits nearing 'ambitious' target
Two leisure centres in Lincoln are on course to reopen in time for the school summer holidays, a council leader has said, following what she described as "amazing" refits. Yarborough and Birchwood leisure centres closed suddenly on 3 April after Active Nation, the charity that ran them, ceased trading. Greenwich Leisure Limited (GLL) was appointed by the City of Lincoln Council in May as an interim operator for a period of two years. Council leader Naomi Tweddle said: "It's a really ambitious date, but we are trying to stick to it. It's imperative that we get people back in the leisure centres." She added: "I've always thought the leisure centres were important, but I think a spotlight was really shone on that when they were closed. "I'm just delighted that, fingers crossed, they will be open very soon. "They're going to be amazing, they've had a complete refit." The council said the refurbishment would include new fitness equipment and showers, a refit of the changing rooms and new flooring. Chris Ord, partnership manager at GLL, said people would be able to register their interest online for a membership, though the costs were yet to be finalised. "We see Yarborough and Birchwood as great opportunities – they're really good centres in the heart of Lincoln and we need to make sure we bring them back to life and get them back used by the community," he said. The organisation was still looking to recruit more lifeguards and fitness instructors, Mr Ord added. Lincolnshire schools are due to break up for summer on 23 July. At the time of the leisure centre closures, Active Nation, a charity based in Warwickshire, blamed "the ongoing utility crisis and the challenges it has created" for the decision to cease trading. The council said it had offered the charity a support package of almost £500,000 over two years, with conditions attached, but this had not been taken up. Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Liquidator appointed for leisure centre charity Lincoln leisure centres to 'partially reopen' Council offered support to reopen leisure centres Yarborough Leisure Centre Birchwood Leisure Centre
