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Students hit the high notes at Symphony Hall for the annual IAT and IQ Fellows Lunch

Nov 11, 2024 / by IQ News Update

(Top row left to right: Jordan Eccles, Daniel Penny, John Bright, Adam Baker; Bottom row left to right: Gregg Loan, Haydn Griffiths, Sallie ...

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Presidents blog

President's Blog: The essence of our industry

Nov 21, 2024 / by Ben Williams

Reflecting on my first month in the role of IQ President, I feel it is already a privilege to serve as leader of an organisation that is ...

President's Blog: Strategy, engagement, service

It is with great pride and humility that I take on the role of President of the Institute of Quarrying (IQ) from Viv Russell. It is an ...

Oct 21, 2024 / by IQ News Update

President's Blog: A moment to reflect

As this marks my final President’s column, I want to take a moment to reflect on my time as an honorary officer of the Institute of ...

Sep 18, 2024 / by Viv Russell

President's Blog: With standards come improvements in safety

Standards are fundamental to all our activities as an Institute. Over our hundred-year history, we have consistently aimed to advance both ...

Aug 20, 2024 / by Viv Russell

President's Blog: Another successful year at Hillhead

After a bustling few days at the Hillhead show, it's been wonderful to reflect on the incredible industry we are part of. I haven't spoken ...

Jul 26, 2024 / by Viv Russell

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

President's Blog: Embracing an everchanging industry

I have had a very busy previous month with the IQ Yorkshire Branch Dinner Dance, an IQ Lancashire Branch meeting and a trip to the IQ ...

May 2, 2024 / by IQ News Update

President's Blog: A renewed commitment to excellence

The Institute of Quarrying's (IQ) calendar has been bustling with a variety of events already as we complete the first quarter of the year, ...

Apr 2, 2024 / by Viv Russell

President's Blog: Better Together

It seems that with every year time seems to pass even quicker. I cannot quite believe this month’s column reflects the onset of spring and ...

Mar 11, 2024 / by Viv Russell

Charting a sustainable future

The transition to a zero-carbon economy is becoming evident as major investments are made in new fuels, more efficient plant, and ...

Feb 2, 2024 / by Viv Russell

President's Blog: Safety remains the top priority

With a new year beginning, it's a time for both individuals and their employers to pause, reflect, and refocus on the importance of health, ...

Jan 3, 2024 / by Viv Russell

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Branch news

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IQ Derbyshire appoints new Chair

Chris Rowan FIQ has been elected as IQ Derbyshire’s new Chair following the branch’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) last month. Chris ...

May 2, 2024 / by IQ News Update

Industry articles

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Joint letter urges Secretary of State to address mining and minerals skills gap

Six organisations representing thousands of individuals and businesses across the minerals value chain have sent a joint letter to the ...

Aug 19, 2024 / by IQ News Update

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President's Blog: A renewed commitment to excellence

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