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They came to work. That doesn’t mean they were safe.

Domestic and economic abuse do not always stop at the workplace door.

According to the Office for National Statistics, an estimated 3.8 million people aged 16 and over experienced domestic abuse in England and Wales in the year ending March 2025.

And abuse is not always physical.

The UK Government’s Economic Abuse Toolkit explains that economic abuse can involve controlling someone’s access to money, bank accounts, employment, housing, credit, benefits or transport.

At work, the signs may be subtle:

Repeated distressing calls.
Anxiety around money or transport.
Pressure to account for movements or finishing times.
Unexpected absences or lateness.
A noticeable loss of confidence.

None of these signs alone proves that abuse is taking place. But changes and patterns can sometimes tell us that something is wrong.

The role of a colleague or manager is not to investigate someone’s personal life. It is to notice, listen without judgement, record concerns appropriately and follow the right safeguarding or workplace route.

At Kent Business College, we have a dedicated Safeguarding & EDI Team because no one should feel that they have to deal with a concern alone.

If something is affecting you, or you are worried about someone else, we are here to listen, support you and help you access the right support.

📩 **Safeguarding & EDI Team:**
(mailto: [email protected])

A safer workplace starts with awareness - and knowing that support is there when you need it.

sources
[Office for National Statistics – Domestic abuse prevalence and trends, England and Wales](https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/crimeandjustice/articles/domesticabuseprevalenceandtrendsenglandandwales/latest)

[GOV.UK – Economic Abuse Toolkit](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/public-sector-toolkits/economic-abuse-toolkit-v2-html)

[GOV.UK – Domestic Abuse Statutory Guidance](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/domestic-abuse-act-2021/domestic-abuse-statutory-guidance-accessible-version)

Not every trend deserves a place in your future.

Vapes can look sleek, smell sweet and come in flavours that sound as though they belong on an ice-lolly van.

But “blue raspberry” is not one of your five a day and your lungs are unlikely to be impressed by the packaging.

A major review by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health examined more than 14,000 published articles and brought together evidence from 81 studies.

It found consistent links between va**ng among children and young people and respiratory symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, bronchitis symptoms and asthma flare-ups. The review also found links with ni****ne dependence and a greater likelihood of later cigarette smoking, alongside concerns about oral health and mental wellbeing.

There is still more to learn about the long-term effects. But “we do not know everything yet” should not be mistaken for “there is nothing to worry about”.

And before the wagging finger comes out, this is not about judging anyone.

Young people are navigating peer pressure, stress, clever marketing and products deliberately designed to look colourful, familiar and harmless. A calm, honest conversation will usually travel further than a lecture, especially one that begins with, “When I was your age…”

It is also important to keep the context clear: va**ng may help some adult smokers move away from ci******es, but that does not make it risk-free or appropriate for children and non-smokers.

At Kent Business College, we believe education is about more than developing a strong career. It is also about having the knowledge and confidence to make informed choices about the future you are building.

Pause. Check the facts. Start the conversation.

Because your health deserves a place in your future, even when the latest trend does not.

Read the full reports:

BBC News:
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0rdl0y8d4wo

The Guardian:
https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/aug/20/young-vapers-at-risk-of-breathing-problems-and-becoming-smokers

Share the fact - not the fog.

🤖 Every company wants AI — but successful AI transformation takes more than just choosing the right tools. Real readiness comes from having the right people, processes, data, trust, leadership, and a clear strategy for managing change. Technology may be the easy part; helping teams adapt, learn, and work confidently with AI is where strong leadership makes the difference. 💡 What’s the biggest AI challenge in your workplace? 👇 Share your experience in the comments and start the conversation.

Meet Andrew Millington - a strategic leader and Associate Professor bringing senior project, programme and portfolio leadership experience across manufacturing, defence, technology, synthetic biofuels and services.

With deep expertise in project controls, capability development and complex programme delivery, Andrew brings both strategic insight and real-world perspective to the PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP®) programme.

This programme is designed for professionals who want to strengthen their scheduling capability, improve project visibility and make more confident delivery decisions.

You will explore how to:
• create reliable time-phased schedules
• identify critical paths and analyse float
• test what-if scenarios
• apply schedule risk thinking
• connect scheduling with cost and resource control

Funding routes are available, including support through Fund IPC, subject to approval and availability.

If you are ready to build stronger scheduling expertise with expert-led guidance, book a free information session.
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If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected]

Marketing has changed. Has your leadership evolved with it?

Great marketing is no longer measured by campaigns alone.

Today, organisations need marketing professionals who can influence business decisions, connect strategy with commercial outcomes, optimise the customer journey, and demonstrate measurable value.

If you're ready to move beyond ex*****on and strengthen your strategic, commercial and digital leadership, join our online information session to discover how the Fully Funded CIM Level 6 Diploma in Professional & Digital Marketing can support your next career move.*

During the session, you'll learn about:

✔️ The programme structure and what you'll gain
✔️ How it develops strategic and commercial marketing capabilities
✔️ Responsible use of AI in modern marketing practice
✔️ Funding eligibility and how to secure your place for the September 2026 intake

Your next promotion won't come from doing more marketing.

It comes from leading marketing differently.

📅 Friday, 21 August 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (UK Time)
💻 Online Information Session

*Fully funded route subject to eligibility, employer support and available funding.

Feel free to reach out if you need assistance with any of the steps. Book a free information session with our experts to discuss this further. Please use the following link:

Book an Appointment
https://lnkd.in/ettSMNfd

If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected]

🎉 Congratulations to Hayley smith on her promotion to Project Manager at FRP!

A fantastic career milestone that reflects Hayley’s continued professional growth, dedication and progression within project management.

Wishing Hayley every success as she steps into her new role, takes on new responsibilities and continues to build on her experience and achievements. 👏

Join us in congratulating Hayley on this brilliant achievement in the comments below. 🎉

Fully Funded Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Level 4 Certificate in Professional and Digital Marketing

What is included in this fully funded programme
- Full funding of your CIM qualification
- CIM exam fees covered
- CIM membership included
- Graduation ceremony fully funded
- Transportation costs covered for quarterly networking events at Marble Arch Hotel in London
- Private healthcare insurance provided

Eligibility criteria
- You must be employed in England
- You must have lived in the UK for at least three years
- You must be in paid employment and not self-employed

Limited places available
Places for the fully funded programme are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Exclusive offer

- Register for our upcoming information event on Eventbrite
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Start your journey towards becoming a qualified marketing professional with Kent Business College today.

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