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Preventing Harm at the Heart of Policing Conference

Preventing Harm at the Heart of Policing Conference

Stark statistics, shocking stories, and insights into policing methods were all part of the Evidence Based Policing Conference at the University of Worcester recently. The event, attended by students, staff, and representatives from a host of organisations, addressed...

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Welcome to our New Members – March 2025

Our warmest welcome to our new members – AJB Sports in Education – Sports Coaching company proudly working Pre Schools and Primary schools, running Girls Football, Childrens Birthday Parties and Childrens Holiday Camps in Worcester. With an innovative...

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Welcome to our New Members – March 2025

Welcome to our New Members – March 2025

Our warmest welcome to our new members – AJB Sports in Education – Sports Coaching company proudly working Pre Schools and Primary schools, running Girls Football, Childrens Birthday Parties and Childrens Holiday Camps in Worcester. With an innovative...

Policy News

Mounting Uncertainty Delays Further Rate Cut

Mounting Uncertainty Delays Further Rate Cut

Responding to the latest Bank of England interest rate decision, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said:    “Yesterday’s CPI data confirmed that inflation remains stubbornly high, so today’s decision by the Bank of England to hold...

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Price Pressures Persist for Business

Price Pressures Persist for Business

Responding to the latest inflation data, published by the ONS this morning, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said:    “Inflation easing slightly to 3.4% in May was widely expected, but this elevated level remains a real concern for...

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Skills News

Worcester Based Recruitment Firm Sees 60% Growth in Roles

Worcester Based Recruitment Firm Sees 60% Growth in Roles

Worcester-based Four Squared Recruitment has achieved a 60% growth in retained recruitment work throughout 2024, providing a much-needed boost to the slowing recruitment market. By prioritising a retained search model and committing to partnerships that go beyond...

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Charity News

Devolution Plans must Deliver on Local Economic Growth

Devolution Plans must Deliver on Local Economic Growth

After the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill was introduced to Parliament today, Jonny Haseldine, Head of Corporate Governance and Business Environment Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will welcome further devolution to...

BCC News

Devolution Plans must Deliver on Local Economic Growth

After the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill was introduced to Parliament today, Jonny Haseldine, Head of Corporate Governance and Business Environment Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will welcome further devolution to...

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Business Still Sceptical On Employment Rights Bill

Business Still Sceptical On Employment Rights Bill

One third (33%) of businesses, in a BCC survey, think the current trade union proposals in the Employment Rights Bill would have a negative impact Only 2% of these firms think these proposals would be positive 79% of firms don’t feel the impact of new government...

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Recruitment Static as Firms Assess NI Impact

Recruitment Static as Firms Assess NI Impact

Recruitment remains static with 55% of firms attempting to hire staff in the last three months (compared with 54% in Q1) Hiring remains challenging despite some respite, with 73% of firms reporting difficulties in Q2 (76% in Q1) Transport and logistics (80%) and...

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Fisher German scoops top training award

Fisher German scoops top training award

A leading property consultancy is celebrating winning a prestigious award for its innovative approach to employee development at the British Training Awards. Fisher German, which has 26 offices across the UK, has been crowned Professional Services Initiative of the...

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Midwifery Student Takes on London Marathon for Baby Charity

Midwifery Student Takes on London Marathon for Baby Charity

A student midwife from Malvern is preparing for the world-famous London Marathon next year. Izzy Fisher, a student at the University of Worcester, will take on the 26.2-mile run around the capital in April 2026 as she raises funds for Tommy’s, the pregnancy and baby...

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