News, insight, and risk updates that matter.
Regulation changes. Risks evolve. Expectations shift. This is where we share relevant updates, practical guidance, and commentary from our brokers — focused on the issues that affect directors, trustees, and decision-makers, not noise or headlines.
Talbot Jones Ltd: Reflecting on 2020 and Looking Ahead to 2021
Looking back on 2020, Talbot Jones Ltd highlights client advocacy, team expansion, professional qualifications, acquisitions, and volunteer work, while preparing for the challenges of 2021.
Let's Discuss Disability
Experience Let’s Discuss Disability at Thought Foundation, a thought-provoking exhibition celebrating the creativity and perspectives of disabled artists, with photography, sculpture, and interactive displays.
Watergate Forest Park in Gateshead: Wat-er Gem
Visit Watergate Café CIC in Gateshead for a community-focused café experience. Enjoy baked potatoes, toasties, coffee, cakes, craft activities for children, and locally made products in a friendly, inclusive environment.
Food for the belly AND for the soul
Explore the newly opened Thought Foundation in Birtley – enjoy engaging art exhibitions, a sustainable shop, Brain Food Kitchen, and creative spaces for children in a welcoming community environment.
Wanna dance?!
Discover Gateshead Studio Project, offering inclusive dance classes for children and adults, supporting creative development, confidence, and community engagement in Gateshead.
What happens when 4 daredevils descend on Fell's Kitchen
Tucked away in Low Fell, Fell’s Kitchen offers hearty meals, welcoming service, and unbeatable value. Ideal for families, date nights, and local food lovers.
Looking for an ethical way to shop?
We visited Traidcraft’s Gateshead HQ to learn how this pioneering Fairtrade organisation changes lives through ethical trade. From mountain-top coffee growers in Guatemala to earthquake recovery in Nepal, their work proves that fair trade can build futures and communities worldwide.
Interim Appraisal, What we have learned in our first 6 months
Celebrating the first six months of Talbot Jones Risk Solutions, Clare and Richard share insights on hard work, flexibility, networking, and lessons learned while building their independent insurance brokerage.
How to entertain a child in Gateshead
Keep the kids entertained this summer at The Baltic with the Playground Project! Explore tunnels, climbing frames, creative workshops, and outdoor play, with fun activities for all ages.
Can you help those in need? Bensham Community Food Co-op
The Bensham Community Food Co-op offers a different kind of food bank experience, giving families the ability to choose fresh fruits, vegetables, and essential pantry items. Find out how to help your community today.
Cosy Crow Café- Gateshead OPA
Visit the Cosy Crow Cafe in Gateshead for tasty meals, community spirit, and a unique Pay-As-You-Wish approach that fights food waste and supports older people.