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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: Opportunities for growth
President's Blog: Opportunities for growth
The Institute of Quarrying (IQ) prides itself on developing talented professionals that will drive the sector into the future. Over the ...
Mar 1, 2023 / by Viv Russell
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President's Blog: Fast start to the year continues at pace
President's Blog: Fast start to the year continues at pace
It has been a fast start to 2023, with the Institute of Quarrying’s (IQ) focus firmly on the projects and opportunities that the year ahead ...
Feb 6, 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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Working together as one
Working together as one
This last month I have continued to meet with many different colleagues and friends across the sector, listening to their stories, ...
Nov 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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Seasonal change also marks President change
Seasonal change also marks President change
This September marks the change in President at the Institute. As the incoming President, I would like to start by thanking Martin Riley ...
Sep 1, 2022 / by Viv Russell
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Passing the baton
Passing the baton
This month is my last as President of the Institute before passing the baton to Viv Russell in September.
Aug 1, 2022 / by Martin Riley, IQ President
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