Chris Welford

While most publishers discuss growing readership through funnels, gated content, and monetised access, Launchpad Magazine took a different path, one built on inclusion, not restriction. The result? 3.4M verified online views across the UK, achieved through a publishing model designed to champion the people, businesses, and stories usually left out of mainstream media. Published: 2 November 2025 | Reading time: 9 minutes | Category: Published Media & Community Publishing The Publishing...

From midnight sessions to city centre tournaments, one organisation is proving that basketball is about far more than just the game. Toxteth El8te: A Beacon of Community Spirit In the heart of Liverpool, Toxteth El8te is redefining community spirit. The streets of Toxteth have long produced talented basketball players. Now, a revolutionary programme is changing lives and challenging perceptions. Founded by local residents who saw a critical gap in youth provision, Toxteth El8te has evolved...

The biological case for fathers taking time off is stronger than you might think When Prince William took paternity leave after each of his children's births, it sparked national conversations about modern fatherhood. Yet whilst we've moved beyond the days when fathers paced hospital corridors, the UK still lags behind Nordic countries in supporting new fathers. Here's what we're missing: taking paternity leave isn't just about bonding time; it's about fundamental biological and psychological...