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Government Commitment to Hallmarking Confirmed Despite Abolishment of BHC

21
Oct
Tuesday 21st October 2025

Today, Business Secretary Peter Kyle has confirmed the Government's commitment to the essential role of Hallmarking but has announced plans to abolish the British Hallmarking Council (BHC), with its functions set to be absorbed into the Department for Business and Trade as part of the government’s 'blitz on business bureaucracy.'

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Sheffield and the Ryder Cup, a Trophy with Local Roots

30
Sep
Tuesday 30th September 2025

The Ryder Cup, first presented in 1927, was crafted by Mappin & Webb, a company founded in Sheffield in 1775, and it carries the city’s hallmark of excellence. With Europe taking home the win once again over the weekend, the trophy is a perfect reminder of Sheffield's craftsmanship shining on the world stage.

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Assay Office Ramps Up Sustainability With More Solar Panels

22
Aug
Friday 22nd August 2025

Here at Sheffield Assay Office we are taking another significant step towards sustainability by installing an additional 174 solar panels on our building, expanding the renewable energy system first introduced in 2022. This investment reflects our long-term commitment to operating responsibly, reducing our environmental impact, and ensuring sustainability is embedded into every part of our work.

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