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President's Blog: Showcasing the best of our industry
President's Blog: Showcasing the best of our industry
This month, we eagerly anticipate the return of the Hillhead tradeshow exhibition at Buxton, a highlight of the year for many of us. With ...
Jun 7, 2024 / by Viv Russell
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President's Blog: A Bright Future Ahead
President's Blog: A Bright Future Ahead
As an Institute, our core identity is about developing skills, knowledge and competence. One of the benefits of Institute of Quarrying (IQ) ...
May 1, 2023 / by Viv Russell
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President's Blog: An ambition for sustainability
President's Blog: An ambition for sustainability
As we step out of the winter months and begin to see the first signs of spring, it's a reminder of how lucky I have been to spend my life ...
Apr 3, 2023 / by Viv Russell
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President's Blog: ​​​A network of support
President's Blog: ​​​A network of support
Happy 2023! I hope the festive break provided you all with a wonderful opportunity to enjoy precious time with your families and friends. ...
Jan 4, 2023 / by Viv Russell
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Looking back to strive forward
Looking back to strive forward
As the year draws to a close, it feels like a good time to reflect on the last 12 months. Following the recent years where we have all been ...
Dec 1, 2022 / by Viv Russell
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A Collaborative Approach
A Collaborative Approach
It has been a busy beginning to my term as IQ President. Starting with the AGM last month, October is now providing plenty of opportunities ...
Oct 3, 2022 / by Viv Russell
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Looking forward
Looking forward
There have been times over the last two and half years where I think we can all say it felt as though things may never return to normal. ...
May 26, 2022 / by Martin Riley, IQ President
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Driving better industry outcomes through collective effort
Driving better industry outcomes through collective effort
I want to start my column this month by taking a moment to remember one of my predecessors as President of the Institute. Many of you will ...
Apr 28, 2022 / by Martin Riley, IQ President
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A diverse workforce will lead to a stronger industry
A diverse workforce will lead to a stronger industry
Writing this month's column coincided with National Apprenticeship Week. The annual campaign celebrates apprentices and the value of an ...
Mar 2, 2022 / by Martin Riley, IQ President
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