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2015: Ross was unable to find a job.
2016: Still unable to find a job.
2017: Once again, unable to find a job.
2018: No opportunities came his way.
2019: Another year of closed doors.
2020: The job hunt continued… without success.

🤨 Every year felt like a new struggle. No matter how hard Ross tried, the doors were always closed.

2021: Ross and his family became disillusioned, feeling trapped in a cycle where finding a job seemed impossible. That’s when they decided—it was time to create their own opportunity.

2022: With the help of his big brother, Christian Laing, Ross launched Stand Out Socks ✌️🧡🧦—a company built on the belief that everyone deserves a meaningful, paid job.

2023: Stand Out Socks appeared on BBC's Dragons’ Den, securing a £30K investment from two incredible Dragons—Steven Bartlett and Peter Jones.
It was a monumental moment that proved their mission wasn’t just possible—it was needed. (Season 21, Episode 1)

2024: The company now proudly employs four additional individuals with Down syndrome in paid roles at Stand Out Socks. They too had previously faced the same fate—“unable to find a job.” (Including Oliver and Martha, pictured)

2025: Watch this space!

This isn’t just Ross’s story—this is the reality for hundreds of thousands of other individuals who are "unable to get a job."

Well… it’s time for that to change.

The harsh truth: Over 1.5 million people in the UK live with learning disabilities, and a staggering 95% are left without a job opportunity.

Believe us when we say… Stand Out WILL change that.

👉 Find out more at www.standoutsocks.co.uk

Warrington Makers Market today. Time Square until 4pm

It’s the Makers Market tomorrow in Time Square, Warrington plus the Cookhouse is open too.

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… and just after the clocks have changed.

A castle in Warrington - really!?
On tonight's Culture Show (Thurs 8-10pm) Andy and Brian will be chatting to local history enthusiast Keith Myers about a super new community based project that aims to uncover the amazing history of the forgotten Norman castle that once stood in the heart of Warrington - "the largest motte and bailey in the county of Lancashire."
Also on the show will be Derek Carey Vernon and Robin Frith who will be discussing some major litter picking initiatives that are about to take place across the town.
Listen in 8-10pm on DAB, online, on App or Smart Speaker.

Don’t miss out, give it a shout. Daily prizes.

***COMPETITION TIME*** How do you fancy an evening dining out in style to celebrate the official opening of IKEA WARRINGTON’s newly-refurbished restaurant on Wednesday 26th February? We’re giving away 15 sets of 4 tickets throughout the week in a series of prize draws. It’s our biggest competition yet and to enter all you need to do is send an email headed IKEA to [email protected] - full details, terms & conditions are available at radiowarrington.co.uk/competitions

Stockton Heath Carols at Alexander Park. From 17.00 to 17.45 Christmas Eve, villagers and friends will be joining to sing your favourite carols. Why not join them. Mince pies and refreshments and a really good Christmas feeling.
Your song sheets are on

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It's feeling a bit like Christmas now..........

A great afternoon for the children……

It’s the Warrington Makers Market this Sunday. Lots of ideal presents to help sort your Christmas shopping list.

A great afternoon for the children……

Still some Wobbly Bob left and other similar beers.

Banger of a night last night at the Parr Hall. Another day today from noon until 10.30pm. Warrington Oktoberfest £10 admission, beers, lagers, gin and fizz, live music and food available early evening. Not to be missed. Afternoon session Kickback Sundays and Double Bond, evening session Red River Band.

Oktoberfest being built. 24th to 26th this week at the Parr Hall. Beers, lager, gin and fizz plus non alcoholic. Live music Friday and Saturday and food available. £10 entry. All proceeds to charities. www.warringtonoktoberfest.org.uk