By James Picken, music and behavioural science expert at Startle

Antisocial behaviour is an issue across the country. But could music hold the key to curbing it?

This month we shine the spotlight on two important female-focused events that offer incremental entertaining occasions to help boost trade:

• International Women’s Day on 8th March

• Mothers’ Day on 22nd March

• French NBA up-and-coming star and Detroit Pistons guard Killian Hayes reveals his top Paris travel tips and his perfect Paris hotel collection, so fans can enjoy a breakfast with a view and stay close to the coolest basketball court in the city

Leading wood floor specialists, Havwoods, is excited to reveal its latest Woodbook – in a brand-new format. Created for homeowners, interior designers and architects, the new design offers a fresh take on the brand’s vast collection of inspiring products and case studies.

“We are always looking for new ways to be innovative and keep our customers engaged...."

Lighting can make or break an interior design scheme and as The Gallivant select Gong’s beautiful designs, Jo Plismy of Gong, considers the part lighting has to play in boutique hotels.

Work is set to start this March on the creation of two new luxury guests suites at the Black Bull, Sedbergh, which was recently listed as one of the UK’s top 50 gastropubs, located in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Research has shown that the hotel bathroom is becoming as important as the sleeping space in creating an enjoyable guest experience. We take a look at what 2023 has in store for these often spa-like but hard-working spaces.

With the year beginning and businesses looking ahead to the year to come, we at Alliance Online have spent the first month formulating what the trends of 2023 will most likely look like.

Authentic African
Our first trend for 2023 is Authentic African which we predict will feature earthy and rustic tones heavily along with ceramic textures. Mixed amongst these colours will be pops of more vibrant shades of pink, greens and blues.....

Local award-winning marketing consultant Vicky White launches a restaurant-focused marketing agency offering hands-on, affordable packages to help restaurants promote their brand, get found online, increase covers, and grow.