July 29th, 2010

whomadeyourpants?

Southampton based worker co-operative, whomadeyourpants? is in the news again.

Well done to Becky and the team for getting some great coverage!

Log on to guardian.co.uk for the full story.

July 29th, 2010

Linda in the Toyota iQ

Total Coverage Director, Linda Bratcher loves her Toyota iQ. She says: ” Since I bought the Toyota iQ, six months ago, I have halved my CO2 emissions and saved a heap on fuel, insurance and Road Tax. My previous car emissions were rated at 182g/km, nearly double that of the iQ which is rated at 99g/km. I love it!”

The Toyota iQ has been named Green Car of the Year, according to the Environmental Transport Association‘s  2010 Car Buyers’ Guide, which highlights which cars are best and worst in terms of their impact on the environment.

July 20th, 2010

Southampton Sky Ride

For the very first time Sky Ride is coming to Southampton. It all kicks-off at 10am on Sunday 25 July and is a rare opportunity to cycle in traffic-free streets and enjoy a day of exploration on two wheels.

July 16th, 2010

Across the UK, tens of thousands of people have celebrated the first ever Co-operatives Fortnight, which ran from 19 June to 3 July. From events to early day motions, Twitter and tastings, members and supporters of co-operatives have got together to promote the co-operative alternative.
Over the course of Co-operatives Fortnight, an incredible range of activities took place, including:

•    Over 150 events in every region and devolved nation in the UK
•    Over 3,000 stores promoting the Fortnight nation-wide
•    Over 4,000 people watching the Co-operatives Fortnight film
•    Thousands getting involved through online social networks
•    13 co-operative schools being established
•    Two parliamentary motions being passed: one in Westminster, one in Edinburgh
•    The first formula for co-operation being revealed
•    And Co-operatives UK announcing that the co-operative economy has grown to £33.5 billion.

http://www.thereisanalternative.coop/events/fortnight

July 14th, 2010

I have recently completed a BA (Hons) degree in Graphic Design at Southampton Solent University. I was honoured to have my final project, entitled ‘The Great British Hedgerow’, selected by Total Coverage for the ‘Best in Show’ award. I was given the chance to come and work with the company for two weeks for a look at the design profession.  Total Coverage was very welcoming and gave me a great insight into what they do and how they work. They were very helpful, enabling me to develop my understanding, knowledge and skills. I was especially grateful for the push into new software which I originally had reservations about using. Their sound advice and professional nature provided detailed analysis of my work and how a designer should work with clients. I also enjoyed getting to know the staff and working with them was great. Their friendly nature made me feel comfortable straight away; I want to give them a huge thank you for having me. Finding the time to allow me the chance to come in and really get to know and understand their company. Previous work experience in graphic design offices just didn’t measure up to them!

Thanking them again for their help and support.

July 13th, 2010

Total Coverage has once again enjoyed helping Rights of Women (ROW) to publish a clear, accessible and engaging report. How does the UK measure up on violence against women? Why not have read of the ROW report here http://tinyurl.com/28ss495

July 13th, 2010

In a new report, ‘Protect for the Future’, the charities – led by EveryChild and including ChildHope, Consortium for Street Children, The International Children’s Trust, International HIV/AIDS Alliance, Railway Children, Retrak, Save the Children and War Child – are calling on world leaders to put the right to care and protection alongside the right to survival, health and education in their efforts to improve the lives of millions of the world’s poorest and most disadvantaged children.

July 12th, 2010

Total Coverage has published a design book. Is your organisation featured? If not, maybe you can benefit from our experience !!! Why not give us a call, ping us an email or even send us a brief?
For more information about Total Coverage, what we do… how we do it… and who benefits from effective communication, click through to the main website at the top.

July 12th, 2010

CDS Co-operatives exhibition banner

Total Coverage has just delivered new exhibition materials to CDS Co-operatives

CDS Co-operatives is the largest co-operative housing service agency in London and the South of England dedicated to promoting, developing, and servicing housing co-operatives controlled by the people who live in them.

July 9th, 2010

Girlguiding Hampshire West Summer newsletter

Total Coverage has just delivered the summer edition of Girlguiding Hampshire West newsletter. County Commissioner, Janet Parker says: “Thank you Linda. It looks great!”