LONDON, United Kingdom, 15 October 2026: Technology entrepreneur Sheriff Adedokun, Founder and CEO of Pushbio, has received the TEDxWibsey Recognition Award for Contribution to the UK Tech Ecosystem. The honour highlights his entrepreneurial journey and his commitment to creating digital products that help creators and businesses grow, connect with audiences and access opportunities in the digital economy.
The recognition was presented during TEDxWibsey 2026, held at Bradford Art Centre on 19 September. This year’s event brought together entrepreneurs, academics, community leaders and other speakers around the theme of how ideas, innovation and lived experiences can shape the future.
With more than a decade of experience in technology, Adedokun has built businesses serving markets across Africa and internationally. He began his career in web services and software development, later broadening his focus to digital platforms designed for creators, small businesses and companies working across borders.
Founded in 2022, Pushbio was created to help creators and digital entrepreneurs strengthen audience relationships and build sustainable online revenue streams. Based in London, the platform combines content tools, audience engagement, lead generation, email marketing and digital commerce in one place. It now serves thousands of creators.
Reflecting on the recognition, Sheriff Adedokun said: “I’m grateful to TEDxWibsey for this recognition. Building in the UK has brought me into contact with people from different backgrounds and industries, and those conversations have shaped the way I approach technology.
“I’ve always been drawn to problems I’ve experienced or seen others face. With Pushbio, we’re helping creators build closer relationships with their audiences and earn more from their work. This award encourages me to keep building products that solve real problems, from the UK for people around the world.”
A key part of Adedokun’s approach has been helping creators take greater ownership of their online businesses and digital identities. Pushbio emerged from his observation that creators were often required to manage their audiences and commercial activities across multiple social platforms.
Adedokun also leads Clea as Founder and CEO. The cross-border payments company supports African businesses with international supplier payments. Across software, creator-focused technology and financial services, his work is driven by a focus on practical solutions to everyday business challenges.
The award also draws attention to Bradford’s growing role in supporting entrepreneurship, innovation and the exchange of ideas. TEDxWibsey is an independently organised event in Bradford, operating as part of TED’s worldwide programme of locally organised events.
Established Manchester accountants bring nearly a century of experience to The Business Show London this November
LONDON, UK. October 14th, 2026: With almost a century of experience supporting businesses through changing economic conditions, Wilds Chartered Accountants is preparing to bring its regional expertise to a national audience. The Manchester-based firm, trusted by generations of local businesses, will take part in The Business Show at ExCeL London this November, demonstrating how established knowledge and forward-thinking advice can help companies succeed.
This November, Wilds will exhibit at The Business Show, where Managing Director Lyanne Jones has been invited to deliver a session titled “The Good, The Bad and The Ugly.”
For a practice with deep roots in the North West, appearing at a major London business event reflects the changing nature of professional services. Businesses increasingly prioritise the quality of advice, industry knowledge and strength of relationships over geographical proximity. The right adviser no longer needs to operate on the same doorstep.
Since the 1930s, Wilds has helped businesses navigate the challenges of running and growing a company. Today, its client base extends throughout the UK, supported by a flexible approach that combines personal meetings, digital tools and forward-looking guidance.
“Geography is becoming less important in how businesses choose their advisers,” said Lyanne Jones. “Business owners want people who understand their ambitions, challenge them when necessary and help them make better decisions. Whether they’re based in Manchester, London or anywhere in between, those needs are the same.”
Her presentation will examine the realities of running a business in today’s UK economy, highlighting both the pressures and possibilities facing entrepreneurs. Topics will include economic uncertainty, increasing operating costs, business growth, effective planning and the importance of building resilience. The aim is to offer practical insight grounded in the everyday experiences of working with business owners.
The invitation also gives Wilds an opportunity to demonstrate the contribution regional firms make to the wider UK business community.
Over the decades, the firm has built lasting partnerships with owner-managed companies and family businesses. Its services span accountancy, taxation, payroll, bookkeeping and strategic business advice, combining established professional values with a modern understanding of commercial challenges. This approach gives clients access to the quality of business advisory services associated with London firms, while retaining the continuity and personal attention of a long-established regional practice.
For Lyanne Jones, speaking at a national event is an opportunity to highlight the expertise and ambition found beyond the capital.
Throughout the two-day exhibition, visitors will be able to meet the Wilds team, explore its services and discover how a Manchester firm approaching its centenary continues to support businesses across the country.
As the team prepares for the event, its message remains clear: high-quality advice, trusted partnerships and ambitious thinking can thrive anywhere, regardless of location.
Almost 100 years after its beginnings, this philosophy continues to shape the firm’s approach to helping businesses move forward.
Membership Bespoke and Apprentago have launched Sector Futures to give UK trade associations a new way to help their members recruit and develop talent. By bringing together apprenticeship recruitment, funding support and specialist training, the partnership aims to make apprenticeship programmes more accessible to businesses while allowing associations to strengthen their services and generate potential additional revenue.
The initiative comes at a time when employers continue to face workforce and skills challenges. Through Sector Futures, associations can connect members with apprenticeship services without having to establish their own recruitment and training infrastructure.
Participating associations may earn income when their members use the services, although the amount will depend on association size, participation levels and the agreed commercial model. A dedicated online calculator provides an opportunity to assess illustrative returns.
Department for Education figures show that England recorded 308,770 apprenticeship starts between August 2025 and April 2026, an 8.7% rise year on year. People aged 25 and over accounted for more than half of these starts, highlighting the role apprenticeships can play in developing talent beyond the school-leaver market.
Government funding can also help reduce the cost of training. Depending on the employer, apprentice and programme, eligible businesses may receive support covering up to 100% of training and assessment costs, with additional hiring payments available in qualifying circumstances.
Trade associations are well placed to help employers make use of these opportunities. The Trade Association Forum (TAF) identifies close to 1,000 active associations across the UK, while its own membership comprises more than 180 associations representing 200,000 businesses. Their reach across industries such as construction, manufacturing, transport and professional services gives them a valuable role in connecting employers with solutions to emerging skills needs.
However, many associations do not have the in-house resources to oversee apprenticeship recruitment, funding guidance and programme delivery for their members.
Sector Futures provides a way to bridge that gap, enabling associations to offer access to specialist apprenticeship support without having to create a service from scratch.
Member businesses can benefit from candidate attraction and recruitment, guidance on available funding, training options tailored to their industries and support from the first enquiry through to an apprentice starting.
The partnership also creates a potential commercial benefit for associations, linking additional income to member engagement with the services.
Combining industry knowledge with apprenticeship delivery
Membership Bespoke contributes more than 15 years of experience working with trade associations, while Apprentago brings its nationwide apprenticeship platform, candidate attraction capabilities and network of specialist training providers.
By combining these strengths, Sector Futures aims to help employers navigate the apprenticeship process more easily and give associations another way to support their members’ workforce development needs.
Dennis Howes, Co-Founder of Membership Bespoke, said: “Having worked closely with trade associations for more than 15 years, particularly around recruitment and talent, we hear first-hand about the skills and workforce challenges facing both associations and the industries they represent.
“Trade associations are in a unique position because they know their industries, understand where skills gaps are emerging and already have trusted relationships with the organisations trying to solve them.
“Sector Futures gives them a practical way to use that position to help their members find apprentices, understand and access available funding and navigate the process without the association having to build an apprenticeship service itself.
“Importantly, it can also create an additional source of revenue for the association at the same time as delivering something of genuine value to its members.”
Carlo Weaver, Founder & CEO of Apprentago, added: “SMEs are the lifeblood of the British economy, yet many businesses that could benefit from taking on an apprentice simply do not know where to start, how to access funding or who can support them with training.
“At Apprentago, we believe every young person should know which employers in their local area are offering apprenticeships, and every employer should have a straightforward way to find and develop the next generation of talent.
“Through Sector Futures, we’re bringing those two worlds together by working with trade associations that already have trusted relationships with thousands of businesses across the UK.
“It makes sense socially and commercially. We are helping people access opportunities, supporting employers to grow through apprenticeships and enabling trade associations to be financially rewarded for helping to make that happen.”
Apprenticeships support more than young people entering work
Apprenticeships can be relevant to people at different stages of their careers, including those seeking a new direction or established employees looking to develop additional skills.
Between August 2025 and April 2026, England recorded 161,670 apprenticeship starts among people aged 25 and over, according to Department for Education figures. This group accounted for 52.4% of all starts, representing a 17.5% increase compared with the same period a year earlier.
Sector Futures supports access to apprenticeship pathways across multiple industries through its network of training providers, including specialists in particular occupations and sectors. Programme availability and funding remain subject to the applicable eligibility requirements.
Making sense of government apprenticeship support
The amount of government support available varies according to the employer, the apprentice and the training programme.
In England, non-levy-paying employers meeting the eligibility criteria can receive 100% government funding for training and assessment for apprentices aged 16 to 24, up to the applicable funding band maximum. The standard government contribution for apprentices aged 25 and over is 95%.[2]
Additional assistance can include £1,000 payments for certain eligible apprentices and foundation apprenticeship incentives. A £2,000 hiring payment is also available for qualifying starts under the October 2026 policy.
Creating value for members and associations
Alongside its workforce benefits, Sector Futures offers associations a potential source of revenue connected to member participation.
Associations can use the online calculator to explore indicative outcomes based on their membership and expected service uptake. These figures are illustrative rather than guaranteed, with actual income determined by participation and agreed commercial terms.
Membership Bespoke is now engaging with trade associations to explore how the initiative could be tailored to individual industries and deliver value to both members and the association.
Explore your association’s potential revenue opportunity:
The UK specialist marketing agency is offering 15 independent studios the chance to try its new platform free for 60 days, with setup, onboarding and ongoing support included.
SURREY, UK. October 14th, 2026 – Flow8, a UK digital marketing agency dedicated to yoga and Pilates studios, has introduced Studio Hub, a new platform that brings enquiry management, follow-ups, member engagement and review generation together in one place.
For independent yoga and Pilates studios, sustainable growth depends on more than attracting new people through the door. Responding to enquiries, encouraging first-time visitors to return and keeping existing members connected all play an important role in building a thriving studio community.
Although booking platforms help studios organise classes, schedules and payments, communication with prospective and existing members can remain scattered across websites, emails, phone calls and social media. Studio Hub is designed to bring these interactions together, making it easier for studios to follow up with potential members, reconnect with people who have stopped attending and maintain stronger relationships with their communities.
Key features include enquiry tracking, automated follow-ups, email and SMS campaigns, member re-engagement tools and review requests.
Tharanga Lokugamage, Founder and Director of Flow8, said: “Most studio owners aren’t looking for more software. They already have systems for bookings and running classes. The gap we kept coming back to was what happens around the booking.
“Someone might enquire while the owner is teaching, try their first class and not return, or stop attending after being a regular member. These moments can seem small, but together they can make a real difference to a studio.
“We created Studio Hub to help studios manage those moments without having to piece together lots of different tools. And we want to make sure they’re supported in getting the system set up and using it properly.”
To celebrate the launch, Flow8 is making 15 Founding Studio places available to independent yoga and Pilates studios across the UK.
Selected Founding Studios can use Studio Hub free for 60 days, with no payment card required and no long-term commitment. Once the trial ends, studios can continue using the platform for £99 per month or leave without charge.
The offer includes account setup, contact migration, website and social media integrations, core follow-up automations, onboarding and ongoing support from Flow8. SMS, phone calls and other usage-based services are charged separately according to usage.
Studio Hub builds on Flow8’s broader approach to helping independent studios grow. By bringing digital marketing services and practical technology together, the agency aims to help studios generate enquiries, improve follow-up and develop stronger, longer-lasting member relationships.
Independent yoga and Pilates studios across the UK can find out more about Studio Hub and apply for a Founding Studio place at flow8.co.uk/studio-hub/.
LONDON, UK. October 13th, 2026 – Seasonal menus and retail promotions can go beyond the expected this autumn, with six creative combinations of European speciality foods and drinks giving businesses fresh ideas for showcasing regional products, inspiring customers and adding interest to familiar occasions.
As temperatures fall and autumn produce comes into focus, consumers often gravitate towards comforting meals, mature flavours and ingredients suited to sharing. This creates an opening for shops, cafés, bars and restaurants to explore new combinations that bring something different to seasonal shopping and dining.
European products with Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) or Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status provide an additional point of interest. These labels recognise the connection between products and their geographical origins, alongside relevant production requirements. Retailers and hospitality businesses can use these qualities to build engaging stories around authenticity, tradition and flavour.
Through its More Than Only Food & Drink campaign, the EU presents six pairing ideas that demonstrate how European food and drink specialities can inspire autumn merchandising and menu development.
Parmigiano Reggiano PDO from Italy and chocolate
Combining cheese and chocolate offers a different take on premium indulgence. Mature Parmigiano Reggiano PDO, made from raw cow’s milk in its designated northern Italian production area, develops its characteristic flavour through traditional production and at least 12 months of maturation. Its savoury, nutty and gently caramelised notes provide a counterpoint to chocolate’s roasted cocoa profile, allowing sweet and salty flavours to complement one another.
For retailers: Build a premium seasonal feature around Parmigiano Reggiano PDO and quality European chocolate. The products could be presented as a discovery set, incorporated into gift hampers or sold in smaller portions for autumn entertaining.
For hospitality: Offer the pairing as a small after-dinner tasting, an accompaniment to coffee or an alternative to standard petit fours.
Pêra Rocha do Oeste PDO and Prosciutto di Parma PDO
The combination of juicy pear and delicately cured ham is well suited to autumn entertaining. Pêra Rocha do Oeste PDO is grown in Portugal’s Oeste region, where local conditions help shape its sweetness, crisp texture and natural juiciness. Prosciutto di Parma PDO comes from the Parma area of Italy and is made through traditional curing and maturation using selected pork legs and sea salt. Together, the fresh fruit and silky, savoury ham offer a balance of textures and flavours, particularly when the pear is warmed to intensify its sweetness.
For retailers: Create a convenient seasonal food pairing by displaying the pear and ham with artisan bread and complementary cheeses. Suggested recipes for crostini, warm salads and sharing plates could encourage customers to purchase the ingredients together.
For hospitality: Incorporate the combination into a starter, flatbread, autumn salad or sharing platter, using fresh pear for brightness or roasted pear for a richer flavour.
Tokaji PDO from Hungary and Roquefort PDO from France
For customers interested in discovering new flavour combinations, Tokaji PDO and Roquefort PDO offer a meeting of sweetness, acidity and savoury intensity. Tokaji PDO wines originate in Hungary’s historic Tokaj region and follow production requirements associated with the area and its specified grape varieties. Roquefort PDO is produced from sheep’s milk and matured in the natural caves of Roquefort-sur-Soulzon, France. The local maturation environment contributes to the cheese’s blue veins, creamy consistency and bold taste. The wine’s fruity sweetness and refreshing acidity help offset the saltiness of Roquefort, while its honeyed notes add another dimension to the pairing.
For retailers: Merchandise the wine and cheese together with crackers, fruit and preserves to provide a complete cheeseboard solution. Informative shelf-edge materials can highlight the balance of flavours and explain the significance of the products’ PDO designations.
For hospitality: Recommend Tokaji PDO with Roquefort PDO on a cheese menu, offer the combination as a dedicated course or feature it in a guided tasting of European wines and cheeses.
Swedish Aquavit PGI with roast pork and apple
Traditional botanical flavours give Swedish Aquavit PGI a distinctive role in autumn food pairing. Produced in Sweden and characterised by caraway and/or dill, the spirit reflects established Swedish flavouring traditions and a defined geographical connection. Its herbal profile works alongside the savoury notes of roast pork, while apple brings a bright, sweet and slightly acidic contrast to richer cuts of meat.
For retailers: Bring Swedish Aquavit PGI together with pork, apples and pickled accompaniments in a Nordic-inspired seasonal display. Simple serving ideas can show customers how the products work together as a complete meal.
For hospitality: Suggest a small serving of aquavit with roast pork, pork belly or sausage, accompanied by apple and pickled vegetables. The combination could form part of a Nordic-inspired menu or a seasonal bar-food selection.
Gouda Holland PGI from the Netherlands and coffee
Aged Gouda Holland PGI and coffee offer an alternative to the familiar combination of hot drinks with cakes and biscuits. To carry the designation, Gouda Holland must be produced in the Netherlands using milk from Dutch dairy farms and naturally matured there. Mature cheese develops buttery, nutty and caramel-like characteristics that complement coffee’s roasted flavours, while its creamy texture helps balance bitterness.
For retailers: Introduce the pairing near premium coffee, breakfast products and autumn brunch selections. Tasting notes and serving suggestions can encourage shoppers to try mature cheese in a new context, while gift bundles could bring both products together.
For hospitality: Serve mature Gouda Holland PGI with speciality coffee as a savoury alternative to a sweet snack, or introduce the pairing as an unconventional final course in a restaurant.
Dark České pivo PGI from Czechia and chocolate pudding
Chocolate pudding and dark beer can work together through their shared roasted and caramel notes. Dark varieties of České pivo PGI from Czechia offer malt richness and a characteristic bitterness that can balance a sweet dessert. The beer’s connection to Czech brewing tradition is recognised through its PGI status, which reflects defined production practices and quality ingredients. Carbonation provides further contrast with the pudding’s dense or creamy consistency.
For retailers: Pair selected dark beers with premium chocolate, brownies and desserts in displays aimed at autumn entertaining. Short food-matching notes can explain why a beer with roasted flavours and balanced bitterness works well with chocolate.
For hospitality: Recommend a dark České pivo PGI alongside chocolate pudding, tart or brownie, or create a tasting experience that explores different beer and dessert combinations.
LONDON, UK. October 13th, 2026: Listening to employees is most effective when their feedback leads to meaningful action. In a new webinar from People Insight, Southbank Centre will share how it is bringing employee listening and 360 feedback together to support accountability, leadership development and organisational improvement. The session will give HR and people development professionals an insight into how the UK’s largest arts centre, home to Royal Festival Hall, is working to make feedback an integral part of its organisational culture.
Building a Culture of Feedback: Inside Southbank Centre’s Listening & 360 Journey will take place on Thursday 29th October 2026, from 11.00 to 12.00 noon GMT. Southbank Centre’s Courtney Caton, Internal Communications and Engagement Manager, and Luke Jackson, Learning & Development Manager, will join host Costa Antoniou, Senior Consultant at People Insight, for a candid conversation about bringing organisation-wide listening and individual development together.
Gathering employee feedback is an important first step, but its value depends on how organisations respond. HR and L&D teams need to translate employee perspectives into clear priorities, relevant development opportunities and tangible improvements.
During the webinar, speakers will discuss how Southbank Centre connects insights into the overall employee experience with feedback that supports individual awareness, learning and development.
Accountability will be a key part of the discussion. The speakers will consider how organisations can keep progress moving after collecting feedback, establish clear ownership and ensure that subsequent actions are visible to employees.
Tom Debenham, Managing Director of People Insight, said: “Employee listening and leadership development are often treated as separate activities. Bringing them together helps organisations connect what employees experience with how their leaders behave, then take responsibility for what changes next.
“We’re delighted to welcome Southbank Centre to explore that connection and share practical ideas for making feedback part of how an organisation works.”
Attendees will take away ideas for connecting organisation-wide listening with individual development, encouraging greater participation and embedding accountability into follow-up activity. The session will also explore approaches that organisations can adapt, including listening cadence, 360 feedback and action planning.
The webinar is intended for HR, L&D and organisational development professionals who want to create a stronger link between employee voice and people development.
Organisations reviewing their employee listening strategy or preparing to introduce a 360 feedback programme will have the opportunity to hear from practitioners putting these approaches into practice within a major cultural institution.
Those joining the live session will also discover further opportunities to explore the topic and translate the discussion into practical next steps.
WARRINGTON, UK. October 13th, 2026: People aged 25 to 34 are now the largest group seeking accountancy support, with nearly one in two prospective clients under the age of 35, according to new data highlighting the changing face of entrepreneurship in the UK.
Research analysing 9.2 million UK director appointments by company formation agent 1st Formations shows that the average age of a UK founder has remained around 43 for more than 25 years.
However, figures from UK accountancy provider Caroola Accountancy indicate that people are increasingly exploring business ownership earlier in life, with those aged 25 to 34 representing the largest proportion of people looking for accountancy services.
Caroola analysed the ages of visitors to its website between July and October 2026. Those aged 25 to 34 accounted for 27% of visitors, followed by the 35 to 44 age group at 20% and those aged 18 to 24 at 19%. Overall, 46% were under 35, while 66% were younger than 45.
The 1st Formations research found that the average age of company founders remained between 41 and 44 each year from 2000 onwards. The figure returned to 43 in both 2024 and 2025, marking the first significant decline in more than a decade. The research is based on director appointments and therefore reflects individuals establishing limited companies.
Other studies also highlight the appetite for entrepreneurship among younger generations. Research published in 2025 by business finance provider Capital on Tap found that 82% of UK adults aged 18 to 24 were considering starting their own business. Its analysis of Companies House data also identified Manchester as the UK city with the highest concentration of founders aged 24 and under.
Caroola believes the findings reflect a growing number of people setting up businesses, freelance operations and side projects earlier in their working lives. They also suggest that more aspiring entrepreneurs are turning to professional advisers from the outset.
Akosua Catherine Akobeng, Head of Accountancy Growth at Caroola Accountancy, said: “What we’re seeing today is a new generation of entrepreneurs entering the market much earlier in their careers. Young professionals are increasingly building side hustles, freelance businesses and limited companies alongside traditional employment, and many are seeking professional accountancy support from day one. For many first-time business owners, getting an accountant is one of the first steps they take after deciding to go self-employed.
“The growth we’re seeing among younger demographics reflects a broader shift in entrepreneurship. Starting and running a business is more accessible than ever before, and younger founders are looking for digital-first services that help them stay compliant, save time and focus on growing their business.”
Caroola anticipates that this shift will influence the services entrepreneurs expect from professional firms. Fast access to advice, adaptable support and technology that makes complex tasks easier are likely to become increasingly important, alongside traditional annual compliance services.
LONDON, UK, October 13, 2026: The Accessible Events Show returns to Wembley this October with a programme focused on tackling barriers to inclusion across the events industry. The one-day event will bring together leading voices from organisations including ICC Wales, The Business of Events, Mash Media and Ringrose Law, alongside the launch of new research examining the gap between accessibility commitments and the experiences of event attendees.
The Accessible Events Show, the UK’s only dedicated event bringing together professionals working to make events accessible and inclusive, takes place at The Drum, Wembley, on 29 October 2026. Following an award-winning debut year that secured two major industry accolades, this year’s programme combines expert-led discussions in the morning with practical workshops throughout the afternoon.
New research highlights the scale of accessibility challenges
The event begins with the presentation of Access All Areas: Closing the Accessibility Gap in Events, a research project commissioned by ICC Wales in partnership with The Business of Events and developed with Dr Shani Dhanda, accessibility consultant and co-founder of the Accessible Events Show.
Supported by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Events, the research draws on a survey of 1,000 delegates aged 18 to 65, conducted by market research agency 3Gem in June 2025, as well as contributions from more than 100 venues.
The findings reveal that 93% of disabled delegates encounter barriers when attending events, while almost one in three event attendees identify as having a visible or non-visible disability. The report outlines ten recommendations designed to help the industry bridge the divide between accessibility provisions and the experiences of those attending events.
Amy Phillips, Director of Sales at ICC Wales, and Lesley Whyte, Associate Director at Davies Tanner and The Business of Events, will introduce the findings and explore the reasons behind the disconnect between industry commitments and the realities faced by delegates.
Industry experts lead a packed programme
The morning sessions will examine how accessibility can be embedded into event planning and delivery. Josh Waddell and Ashlea Gilfoy from ROAR B2B will join Gina Kay of media partner Mash Media to discuss practical approaches to accessibility at two major UK exhibitions, Naidex and Confex.
The programme also features the panel discussion From Good Intentions to Accessible Action, bringing together professionals who are working to turn accessibility commitments into meaningful change. Carrie Clewes, Partner and Equality and Disability Rights Lawyer at Ringrose Law, will lead a legal briefing on medical cannabis in venues and at events.
In the afternoon, delegates can take part in interactive sessions designed to help them put inclusive practices into action. Catherine Grinyer, Director of Attendable and co-founder of the show, will lead Stress-test Your Event, helping participants assess their event planning through an accessibility lens.
A session on access services will feature Orla Pearson, co-founder of the show and Director of MyClearText and AccessLOOP, alongside Karen Green of Interpreting Matters and Claire Saddleton, CEO of VocalEyes.
Jonathan Hassell, CEO and Lead Consultant at Hassell Inclusion, will present Is Your Event Really Digitally Accessible?, exploring accessibility considerations for registration platforms, digital content and hybrid events. The programme concludes with Creating More Neuroinclusive Events, led by Andy Williamson, Founder of Welcome Brain Consulting.
Advancing accessibility across the events industry
With more than 16 million disabled people in the UK and 1.3 billion worldwide, accessibility is a significant issue for the events sector. Creating inclusive experiences is both a professional responsibility and a commercial consideration, with accessible design helping ensure more people can participate fully.
Dr Shani Dhanda, co-founder of the Accessible Events Show, said: “Winning two awards in our first year told us something important: the events industry is ready for this. This year’s agenda is our most practical yet, real research, real case studies and real people leading sessions on what actually works. We cannot wait to bring everyone together at Wembley in October.”
About the organisers and event partners
The Accessible Events Show is organised by Catherine Grinyer of Attendable, Orla Pearson, co-founder and Director of MyClearText and AccessLOOP, and Dr Shani Dhanda, accessibility consultant and broadcaster.
Operating as a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee, the show reinvests all proceeds into initiatives that support greater accessibility throughout the events industry.
The 2026 event partners are HSBC, AccessLOOP, Accessible Surveys, Attendable, CrowdComms, EventWell®, Interpreting Matters Ltd, Mash Media, MyClearText, Performedia, Dr Shani Dhanda, Swagable, Silent Seminars and Apple Sound Ltd.
Candlestick pattern trading is one of the most widely used approaches to technical analysis. Traders use candlestick formations to interpret price behaviour, identify possible reversals confirm continuation moves and understand how buyers and sellers are interacting at important market levels.
Candlestick charts are useful because they compress open, high, low and close data into a visual format that can be understood quickly. However, candles only show the outcome of trading activity. They do not reveal the full depth of liquidity sitting in the order book or how aggressively buyers and sellers are transacting at specific prices.
That is where platforms such as Bookmap can add more context. Bookmap visualises liquidity, order flow and traded volume in real time, allowing traders to examine what is happening behind the candlestick rather than relying only on its shape.
Japanese candlestick chart analysis
Japanese candlestick chart analysis focuses on the relationship between a candle’s open, high, low and close. Each candle contains a body and, in most cases, one or two wicks. The body represents the difference between the opening and closing price, while the wicks show the highest and lowest prices traded during that period.
A bullish candle generally closes above its opening price. A bearish candle closes below it. The most important part of candlestick analysis is context. A hammer appearing after a strong decline near support may have a very different meaning from the same hammer appearing randomly in the middle of a trading range.
Traders should therefore consider: ● Previous trend direction ● Support and resistance ● Volume ● Volatility ● Market structure ● Timeframe ● Liquidity around the pattern
Bookmap can complement Japanese candlestick analysis by showing where liquidity was positioned before, during and after a candle formed. This can help traders understand whether a strong-looking candle was associated with meaningful market participation.
Reading candle formations for market timing
Candlestick formations are often used to help traders decide when to pay closer attention to a market. They should not, however, be treated as perfect timing tools.
A bullish engulfing pattern, for example, may suggest that buying pressure is increasing, but this does not automatically mean price will continue higher. The formation becomes more meaningful when it appears at an important support level, after a clear decline or alongside increasing volume.
Good market timing usually requires several pieces of evidence. Traders may consider: ● Where the pattern forms ● Whether price is trending or ranging ● Whether volume supports the move ● Whether the next candle confirms the signal ● Whether liquidity is building or disappearing nearby
Using Bookmap alongside candlesticks can provide another layer of information by showing order-book liquidity and executed volume around important price areas.
Candlestick price action setups
There are many candlestick price action setups, but some appear more frequently in trading strategies than others.
1. Bullish engulfing at support
A bullish engulfing pattern occurs when a bullish candle covers the body of the previous bearish candle.
It can be more significant when it develops near established support after a downward move.
2. Bearish engulfing at resistance
This is the opposite formation.
A bearish candle engulfs the body of the previous bullish candle, potentially signalling that sellers are becoming more aggressive.
3. Hammer after a sell-off
A hammer has a relatively small body and a long lower wick.
It suggests price traded significantly lower during the period before buyers pushed it back towards the top of the range.
4. Shooting star after a rally
A shooting star has a long upper wick and relatively small body.
It may indicate rejection of higher prices.
5. Morning star reversal
A morning star is a three-candle bullish reversal structure that commonly appears after a decline.
6. Inside-bar continuation
An inside bar forms when its high and low remain inside the previous candle’s range.
Some traders interpret this as temporary consolidation before another directional move.
7. Liquidity sweep followed by candle rejection
This setup occurs when price briefly trades beyond an obvious high or low and then quickly reverses.
Candlestick traders may see the rejection candle. Bookmap can add context by showing liquidity and trading activity around the sweep.
What are the highest probability candlestick reversal signals?
There is no universally highest-probability candlestick reversal pattern. Performance varies significantly depending on the asset, market environment, timeframe and confirmation method. Common reversal patterns include Bullish engulfing, Bearish engulfing, Hammer, Shooting star, Morning star, Evening star, Piercing pattern and Dark cloud cover.
Rather than searching for one “best” pattern, traders should focus on combinations of evidence. A potentially stronger reversal setup may include: ● A recognised candlestick pattern ● Significant support or resistance ● Clear rejection ● Supporting volume ● Weakening momentum ● Appropriate risk management
Candlestick patterns become more informative when they are treated as part of a broader analytical framework.
How to combine candlesticks with volume and support levels
Combining candlesticks with volume and support or resistance can make price action analysis more structured.
A simple framework is:
Identify an important support or resistance level.
Wait for price to approach that area.
Watch for a meaningful candlestick formation.
Analyse volume during the reaction.
Look for additional confirmation.
Define invalidation before entering a trade.
Volume helps answer an important question: how much market participation occurred during the candle?
A strong bullish candle forming on very low volume may deserve different interpretation from the same candle accompanied by significant transaction activity.
Bookmap can take this analysis further by displaying traded volume alongside visible liquidity.
For traders who want more information than a conventional candlestick chart provides, Bookmap is one of the leading specialist platforms for combining price, liquidity and order flow in a single visual environment.
Do single candle patterns work for intraday scalping?
Single-candle patterns can provide useful information for intraday traders, but relying on one candle alone is generally risky.
Lower timeframes contain more market noise.
Current trend
Nearby liquidity
Spread
Volatility
Trading session
Volume
Previous highs and lows
Scalpers often require more immediate information because market conditions can change within seconds. This is an area where Bookmap can be particularly useful. Its heatmap allows traders to monitor changing liquidity and market-depth conditions rather than waiting for a candle to finish forming.
Candlestick patterns can still provide useful structure, but combining them with real-time order-flow information may provide a more complete picture.
Technical analysis methodologies
Candlestick analysis is only one part of technical analysis.
Other methodologies include: ● Trend analysis ● Moving averages ● Momentum indicators ● Support and resistance ● Volume analysis ● Market profile ● Footprint charts ● Order flow ● Market microstructure ● Volatility analysis
Successful technical analysis rarely depends on a single tool. For example, a trader might identify a support level using traditional chart analysis, wait for a bullish engulfing candle and then use order-flow tools to assess the strength of buying activity.
Candlestick patterns and chart patterns are related but not identical. Candlestick patterns generally involve one to three candles. Examples include: ● Hammer ● Doji ● Engulfing pattern ● Morning star
Chart patterns develop over larger sections of price history. Examples include: ● Head and shoulders ● Double top ● Double bottom ● Triangle ● Flag ● Wedge Both methods rely heavily on context.
A breakout from a triangle, for example, may appear strong on a price chart but fail if there is significant liquidity positioned immediately above the breakout.
Bookmap can help traders examine what happens around potential breakout and rejection zones.
Financial market visual price tracking
Financial market visualisation has developed significantly over time. Traders have progressed from basic line charts to increasingly detailed methods such as: ● Bar charts ● Candlestick charts ● Volume profiles ● Footprint charts ● Depth of Market displays ● Order-book heatmaps
Candlesticks remain popular because they are simple and visually efficient. However, they provide only historical price information.
Bookmap approaches market visualisation differently by displaying liquidity through a heatmap and combining it with traded volume and price movement. This makes Bookmap one of the strongest options for traders who want to go beyond traditional candlestick-only analysis.
Bullish engulfing vs hammer entry criteria
Bullish engulfing patterns and hammers are both commonly associated with potential bullish reversals, but they have different structures.
A bullish engulfing pattern suggests buyers have overcome the previous candle’s selling pressure.
A hammer shows that sellers pushed price lower but could not maintain control. Neither formation should be traded automatically.
Many traders wait for confirmation, analyse support and examine volume before making a decision.
Morning star three candle reversal rules
The morning star is a three-candle bullish reversal formation. Its basic structure is:
1. A strong bearish candle.
2. A smaller candle showing reduced momentum or indecision.
3. A strong bullish candle that closes back into the first candle’s range.
The pattern is generally considered more meaningful when it appears after a clear decline. Important factors include: ● Location near support ● Volume during the reversal
● Strength of the third candle ● Overall trend ● Subsequent confirmation
In markets that trade almost continuously, such as futures or cryptocurrency, gaps between candles may be less important than in traditional equity-market examples.
Candlestick pattern scanner screener settings
Candlestick scanners help traders search multiple markets automatically. Common scanner settings include: ● Pattern type ● Candle body size ● Wick-to-body ratio ● Volume threshold ● Average volume ● Trend direction ● Volatility ● RSI ● Distance from support ● Trading timeframe
For example, a hammer scanner might require: ● Lower wick at least twice the size of the body ● Small upper wick ● Close near the candle high ● Above-average volume ● Previous short-term downward move
Scanners identify potential setups. They do not confirm whether the setup will work. A useful workflow is to use a scanner to identify potential markets and then use Bookmap for deeper analysis of liquidity and order flow.
Are you looking for specific reversal patterns or continuation formations?
Candlestick traders should distinguish between reversal and continuation patterns. Reversal formations include: ● Hammer ● Shooting star ● Bullish engulfing
● Bearish engulfing ● Morning star ● Evening star
Continuation formations may include: ● Rising three methods ● Falling three methods ● Certain inside-bar structures
The classification depends heavily on context. A pattern does not become meaningful simply because its shape matches a textbook example.
Which trading timeframe do you plan to analyse – daily or 5 minute?
Timeframe affects how candlestick patterns behave. Daily charts usually contain fewer signals but less short-term market noise. Hourly charts provide a balance between broader structure and intraday opportunities. Five-minute charts generate far more patterns but also significantly more false signals. Very low timeframes may benefit from additional liquidity and order-flow analysis.
This is where Bookmap can become especially valuable because short-term traders can watch liquidity change in real time instead of relying entirely on completed candles.
Do you need a beginner cheat sheet or algorithmic scanning rules?
Beginners may benefit from learning a small group of patterns first. A basic cheat sheet could include: ● Hammer: possible rejection of lower prices ● Shooting star: possible rejection of higher prices ● Bullish engulfing: potential bullish reversal ● Bearish engulfing: potential bearish reversal ● Doji: indecision ● Morning star: bullish three-candle reversal ● Evening star: bearish three-candle reversal
Algorithmic traders can translate these visual definitions into measurable conditions such as wick length, body size, volume and trend filters. Any automated rules should be tested historically rather than assumed to work.
Why Use Bookmap With Candlestick Pattern Trading?
Candlestick charts are excellent for visualising price behaviour, but they do not show everything happening inside the market.
Bookmap provides another perspective by visualising liquidity, market depth and traded volume. Its heatmap can help traders examine: ● Where liquidity is concentrated ● Whether liquidity is added or removed ● Where significant transactions occur ● What happens around support and resistance ● Whether breakouts encounter strong opposing liquidity
Bookmap also has a substantial volume of online reviews, including independent feedback on platforms such as Trustpilot. Positive reviews frequently highlight market visualisation, educational resources and customer support, while some critical reviews mention pricing, additional costs and the learning curve.
That balanced feedback is useful for traders comparing platforms. For traders who already understand candlestick patterns and want to investigate the activity behind those candles, Bookmap is one of the most compelling specialist tools available for order-flow and liquidity analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most reliable candlestick pattern? There is no universally reliable pattern. Engulfing candles, hammers and morning stars are widely followed, but their usefulness depends on context, timeframe and confirmation.
Are candlestick patterns accurate? Candlestick patterns can provide useful information about price behaviour, but they cannot predict market movements with certainty.
Can beginners learn candlestick trading? Yes. Beginners can start with basic concepts such as candle bodies, wicks, support and resistance before moving to more advanced pattern analysis.
Do candlestick patterns work for day trading? They can be useful for day trading when combined with volume, market structure and risk management.
Can Bookmap be used with candlestick strategies? Yes. Traders can use candlestick concepts to identify potential setups and Bookmap to analyse liquidity and order flow around those areas.
Is Bookmap better than ordinary candlestick charts? They serve different purposes. Candlestick charts simplify price history, while Bookmap provides deeper information about liquidity and order flow. Many traders use both approaches together.
Should candlestick patterns always be confirmed with volume? Not always, but volume can provide valuable information about the level of participation behind a price move.
Can candlestick patterns guarantee profitable trades? No. No candlestick pattern, indicator or trading platform can guarantee profitable results. Trading involves substantial risk and may result in financial loss. Candlestick patterns, technical analysis and order-flow tools should be used as analytical information rather than guaranteed predictions of future market movements.
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