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A passionate and avid cyclist, Andy Ferns is driven to help others in every way possible to repair, customize, and restore their bicycles. When not tinkering in his workshop or out riding, he splits his time between his wife Tina, their children, and serving the community as a dedicated full-time firefighter.

For as long as Andy can recall, the simple joy of riding a bike has been a constant in his life. He finds it fascinating how something so basic in engineering can deliver such excitement and freedom, propelled solely by human power. The unencumbered feeling a ride provides, the ability to explore new places unconfined, all while staying physically active - these never fail to fill him with wonder. As he matured, his skills advanced, carrying him faster and farther afield, fueling youthful fantasies of one day competing in the Tour de France.

The first bicycle Andy lovingly restored was a Raleigh Panasonic Team Corsa, his original road bike from childhood. Devastated when that cherished Raleigh was stolen in the 1980s, years later he serendipitously discovered an identical model listed for sale across the country, still in its factory-issue condition. An instinctive feeling told him he simply had to reclaim that bike. Though weathered and neglected, he instantly recognized every intimate detail, all still intact - a thrilling rediscovery of where his passion began.

From those humble beginnings sprang a lifelong dedication, with Andy painstakingly reviving hundreds of bicycles, from road racers to fixed-gears and more obscure models. That first restoration was just a few years ago, but in that span he has faced projects both pristine and decrepit, yet his enthusiasm remains bright. Experience the origin of BikeitUK by watching videos of Andy's bike renewals https://www.bikeituk.club/

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Fuelled by a vision to inspire future generations to create positive change, filmmaker Serdar Ferit and his partner, Paulina Tervo, established Lyfta in 2016. Their platform was meticulously crafted to empower educators with cutting-edge tools, enabling them to delve into intricate global themes and cultural phenomena within the classroom setting.

Today, Lyfta's innovative approach to immersive storytelling has garnered widespread adoption, finding its way into hundreds of schools across the United Kingdom and Finland. Through captivating narratives that transcend geographical boundaries, students are transported on enthralling journeys, exposing them to the rich tapestry of diverse cultures and perspectives from around the globe.

Prior to Lyfta, Serdar spent years as a film director, producer, teacher, and entrepreneur – experiences that have all contributed to his current role. He has worked in over 20 countries, directing and producing documentary, fiction, and commercial films, leading teams ranging from one to over 100 individuals. Lyfta's productions have been broadcast globally to over 100 million viewers and have garnered numerous awards.

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Jill Pay is a retired official of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. She was Serjeant at Arms in the House of Commons. Jill is the first woman to have held the position. Her appointment was unusual in that the position had hitherto normally been reserved for those with a military background. Jill's position conferred responsibility for security in the House of Commons. She retired on 31 January 2012.

Since leaving Parliament, Jill has held a number of senior roles for organisations including the children’s literacy charity Coram Beanstalk, the women’s business network Savvitas Global and the Women and Enterprise All Party Parliamentary Group chaired by Craig Tracey MP. She is a major driving force behind the acceleration and empowerment of female entrepreneurship internationally. She is also the Chairman of The Gender Index.

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