Statement from Jake Cliff, CEO:
Laura's passion for writing is truly inspiring, and her skills are so remarkable. She consistently demonstrates how positivity is so important to us. Her writing experience is so impressive, and the amount of stuff she has done at her age shows her eye for creativity. When reading through Laura's hiring application, it was clear that she really wanted a job, which would give her a 'great experience'. She is apart of her school's newspaper club, was an active member in creative writing club for three years and often writes in her free time. Her qualities made me quickly consider her, as she wanted to make an impact by writing articles that would spread positivity in the community - our aim.
Dan’s Good Wood Shop is a family-run local company in Hooton, Ellesmere Port, specialising in making wooden furniture and other products. Every year, they support a local charity or community project – last year’s being The Cupboard, a food bank in Ellesmere Port.
In 2014, the ice bucket challenge was introduced to help raise awareness for ALS, encouraging research and donations for a disease previously mostly unrecognised by the public. It proved extremely successful, with millions participating to spread the word; the challenge eventually raised $115 million for ALS research and to support people living with the disease.
