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A campaign to introduce defibrillators in as many public places as possible has been given a cash boost by ICL Boulby. The Public Access Defibrillators (P.A.D.) Foundation wants to site the potentially lifesaving equipment around the UK.
The bid was strongly supported by Gordon Hogg, Production Electrical Superintendent at the Boulby. He was in the coastguard for more than twelve years and has also trained in first aid at the Boulby mine, so he has plenty of experience of what needs to be done when things go wrong: “I started following the Foundation on Facebook and wanted to get involved,” he said.
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Workers from the East Cleveland mine operated by ICL Boulby pitched in to clean up a local section of railway line that had become cluttered with litter.
As Christmas 2020 loomed nearer during this exceptionally difficult year, the generosity of local people has been more valuable – and more valued – than ever.
Two community groups, East Cleveland Good Neighbours (ECGN) and Whale Hill Community Centre (WHCC) Food Bank, have been boosted by a delivery of food and cash following a charity drive at the ICL UK Boulby mine and the Company’s Teesdock facility in Redcar and Cleveland.
In October, a ‘bring a tin’ campaign was launched and employees were invited to ‘bring a tin’ which resulted in the collection of 750 items. Senior management at the mine agreed to match in cash the value of each item donated.
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The Friends of Skelton Community Orchard (FOSCO) in East Cleveland outlined plans for improvements to a valuable public facility.
The orchard is a popular place for people to stroll and one of the paths showed signs of wear and tear due to heavy footfall.
To ensure continued access, the group is preparing to renovate and strengthen the path.
A Guinness world record was set at the Boulby mine in East Cleveland in October 2020 to mark World Mental Health Day.
Two Army Cadet National Ambassadors, Sally Orange and Jordan Wylie, alongside a small team of runners from ICL UK, ran a marathon at the bottom of the deepest mine in the country.
Running 26 miles in any circumstances is a challenge but doing so a thousand meters under the surface of the earth in temperatures which can reach 40 Celsius – while dressed in safety equipment – is not for the faint-hearted.
In addition, due to Covid-19, those participating had to observe social distancing, wear face coverings and sanitize regularly. Masks were removed briefly for photo opportunities.
As people across the U.K continue to ‘clap for the NHS’ every Thursday evening, among them is a group of employees far underground.
They work at ICL Boulby in East Cleveland at minus 1,400 metres, the second deepest mine in Europe and the world’s only multi-nutrient mineral polyhalite mine, stretching out to 9km under the sea. Every Thursday, staff working underground and on the surface, show their support for all those at the front line in tackling the COVID-19 virus.
The mine has been recognized as an essential business, contributing to the need to maintain food supplies, and has maintained production throughout the current crisis.
“In an industry which works constantly to manage safety issues, we feel particularly aware of the challenges facing those working in the health and care services and want to show our appreciation and support.”
Andrew Fulton, ICL Boulby’s General Manager and Vice President
ICL Boulby and the community of Guisborough in East Cleveland came together to transform a dilapidated spot at a local school in memory of a student who passed away into a. a lively place for other students to enjoy. The entire community helped in the transformation, including ICL Boulby workers who offered expertise and materials.
The area is more than just a pleasant place for children to come and take time out, it has an educational purpose as well. It is designed to be a resource to help deliver lessons in science and recycling.
Read MoreICL Boulby donates funds to help cover the cost of essential First Aid training so that is available to all ages within the community. This training provides the community with the relevant skills and knowledge to provide First Aid . In a crisis situation, the provision of this training ensures that there are First Aid Responders available while waiting for emergency services to arrive.
ICL Boulby helped to fund the cost of essential roof repairs to the Marske Centre building which is an important center for group activities and social gatherings. The center provides activities and classes for a variety of age groups.
ICL Boulby donated funds for Christmas lighting around the coastal town of Saltburn’s town center. The project contributes to the number of visitors to the town, which, in turn, benefits smaller, local companies and organizations. It also creates a sense of pride and belonging within the community.
ICL Boulby contributed towards the purchase and installation of an additional range of new Christmas lights for Loftus Town which supported and enhanced Christmas activities within the town.
ICL Boulby contributed toward the cost of watering hanging baskets and floral fountains throughout Guisborough Town during the summer season.
ICL Boulby contributed to a community funding grant to support the Guisborough Cheerleading Group which has brought home gold, silver and bronze awards from European Championships in the Netherlands.
ICL Boulby sponsored the cost of “Circus Skills on Tour” at a popular Forest Festival event which is held in the month of September and has an attendance of over 3,000 people from around East Cleveland.
ICL Boulby supported the Whitby Boxing Club, a physical fitness centre funding the cost of new equipment for the club
ICL Boulby helped to fund the installation of security fencing and gates at the Guisborough Rugby Club, providing a more secure area for the club to conduct its training.
ICL Boulby offered local community groups a unique way to raise money by donating to “Auction of Promise”. allowing a group of five people an opportunity of the lifetime to visit the Company’s underground operation. The visit to Europe’s second deepest mine at Boulby proved a popular auction lot.
ICL Boulby offers a work experience program, whereby representatives from the Company are in direct contact with local secondary schools to provide children with the relevant experience required to introduce them to the world of working for an employer.
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ICL Boulby supported the Guisborough Ladies Football team in East Cleveland with hooded training tops
ICL Boulby provided the fertilizer to enhance a full-size football pitch and bowling green to enable finals of the Schools Sports Partnership (SSP) Kwik Cricket competition.
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a preserved historic railway stretching for 18 miles through the heart of the North York Moors National Park and is locally, regionally and nationally significant due to its historic, scientific, aesthetic, cultural and social value. ICL Boulby donated two large lathes and other equipment to help keep the rolling stock in top condition.
ICL Boulby sponsored an employee’s participation in a Zumbathon to raise funds for a Senses Wellbeing Centre.
ICL Boulby was a major contributor towards the creation of a life size statue of ironstone miners which pays tribute to the mining heritage of the Cleveland area. ‘The Spirit of East Cleveland’ now stands on a plinth alongside the A173 road that leads into the village from Guisborough.
