To inspire the Kingsmere Belles WI group with a spring clear, Katherine Blackler of SortMySpace Ltd will be giving WI members the lowdown on her job as a professional organiser and declutterer as well as practical tips they can take away and try at home or work. NB: Due to Covid restrictions this will be a virtual meeting. For more information about joining this branch of the Women's Institute or attending this Zoom meeting please go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/KingsmereBellesWI

Research by MoneyMagpie in 2017 found that 50% of the UK population have ditched the traditional spring clean citing a lack of time, apathy and the ongoing cleanliness of the home as their reasons for doing so. As a result, I (as APDO’s then Head of Partnerships and Campaigns), launched APDO’s Spring Clearing Week as a new initiative to highlight the benefits of an annual review of our ‘stuff’ and ensure this valuable chance to clear the decks of any physical…