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Hoople Training share life-saving techniques in Restart a Heart Month
‘Restart a Heart Month’ is a national campaign to raise awareness of cardiac arrest and to encourage people to learn CPR. Hoople Training proudly used their expertise to support the initiative by providing opportunities for the public to learn CPR, free of charge,...
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Hoople Training share life-saving techniques in Restart a Heart Month
‘Restart a Heart Month’ is a national campaign to raise awareness of cardiac arrest and to encourage people to learn CPR. Hoople Training proudly used their expertise to support the initiative by providing opportunities for the public to learn CPR, free of charge,...
Member News
University Expert’s Talk Explores History of Witchcraft
Two rare Elizabethan texts will be on show during a talk on witchcraft by a University of Worcester historian, as part of Worcester Cathedral’s MedievalFest next week. Professor of Early Modern History, Darren Oldridge, will speak on ‘Witchcraft and Religion in...
Worcestershire businesses urged to ‘power up’ productivity and plug skills gaps with Skills Bootcamps
Businesses across Worcestershire are being urged to take advantage of Skills Bootcamps – flexible training programmes designed to upskill staff, fill skills gaps, and support long-term growth. Funded by the Department for Education and managed locally by...
Patron & Strategic News
University Week Focuses on Sustainability Activities for All
Almost 80 sustainability-related activities will be taking place on the University of Worcester’s St John’s campus as part of the annual Go Green Week. Go Green Week, held in partnership with Worcester Students’ Union, will feature a host of events, from talks and...
Leading property consultancy announces senior Worcester appointment
A leading property consultancy has announced a senior appointment at its Worcester office as the firm continues to strengthen its presence across the Midlands. Fisher German has welcomed Will Kerton as a new Partner in the firm’s rural and residential team. Will, who...
Chamber News
Launching the 2022/23 Chamber Business Manifesto
The recent Economic Conference included the launch of the Chamber Manifesto for 2022/2023. The Manifesto outlines activities that the Chamber will undertake to represent the interests and address the challenges faced by our Membership. These challenges have been...
Understanding Crypto & Digital Asset Taxation
At the start of 2021 the digital asset market topped $2 trillion in market capitalisation. The proliferation of digital assets shows no signs of slowing and the market continues to evolve at pace. As the taxation and regulatory authorities play catch up and evolve...
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Introducing Method
Method is a growth agency hell-bent on helping companies flourish in 2020. They partner with you – to generate fresh leads, acquire new customers, engage your current clients, and maximise your competitive advantage – using a suite of growth services. This...
Introducing Method
Method is a growth agency hell-bent on helping companies flourish in 2020. They partner with you – to generate fresh leads, acquire new customers, engage your current clients, and maximise your competitive advantage – using a suite of growth services. This...
Policy News
£20 million in new grants to boost recovery of small businesses
£20 million in new grants to boost recovery of small businesses
Job Retention Bonus Scheme
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, presented his ‘Plan for Jobs’ to Parliament on Wednesday 8 July 2020 outlining how the government will support the UK’s economic recovery while continuing to prioritise people’s health. As part of this, the government is...
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Charity News
Paycare duo donate to five Midlands foodbanks
Foodbanks across the Midlands have benefitted from the generosity of a not-for-profit Health Cash Plan provider. Corporate Account Managers Stephen Burton-Pye and Simon Cater from Paycare bought and distributing items to a total of five organisations in Staffordshire,...
Runners go the distance for hospice
Joggers with a Malvern club have run up a “fantastic” fundraising total for St Richard’s Hospice. Each year, members of the Malvern Joggers vote to decide which charity to support over the upcoming 12 months – and for 2021, St Richard’s Hospice was chosen. So far, the...
BCC Economic Forecast: Fragile Economy Stuck In First Gear
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) marginally upgrades its 2023 GDP forecast to 0.4%, but economic activity will remain very weak throughout 2024 and 2025, according to the organisation’s latest Quarterly Economic Forecast. UK Economic Outlook The UK...
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BCC Economic Forecast: Fragile Economy Stuck In First Gear
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) marginally upgrades its 2023 GDP forecast to 0.4%, but economic activity will remain very weak throughout 2024 and 2025, according to the organisation’s latest Quarterly Economic Forecast. UK Economic Outlook The UK...
Worcestershire News
Agility is delighted to join a wider team of safety professionals
Agility Risk & Compliance are thrilled to announce they have been acquired by Opus Safety Ltd, growing their team and services so they can now support clients across a range of new areas. The team at Opus Safety Ltd brings decades of specialist expertise,...
University CPR Challenge Raises Awareness of Lifesaving Skill
A gruelling charity challenge at the University of Worcester saw students and staff undertake 24 hours of continuous CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation). The student-run CPR Training Marathon was designed to both raise money for charity and highlight the importance of...
Herefordshire News
Car sharing club success in Herefordshire
According to a tweet from COP26 this week, road transport accounts for 17% of global emissions. Even more worrying is the fact that these emissions are rising faster than those in other sectors. Sharing one car among a group of drivers is just one of the measures that...
Miriam Margolyes brings added sparkle to hay Christmas lights switch-on
BAFTA-winning actor and national treasure Miriam Margolyes will switch on Hay-on-Wye’s Christmas lights as part of her Hay Festival Winter Weekend appearance on Friday 26 November. The free switch-on event will take place between 5pm and 7pm in The Cheese Market,...
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GTAccess Shortlisted for Access Rental Company of the Year!
We’re thrilled to announce that GTAccess has been shortlisted for Access Rental Company of the Year at the International Awards for Powered Access (IAPAs). This recognition highlights the hard work, dedication, and excellence of our entire team. The IAPAs are among...
New podcast launches for International Women’s Day ‘Females in their Field’
Women living, working and running businesses in rural areas now have a podcast and support activities focusing on their wellbeing needs and the unique challenges and solutions found when delivering a rural enterprise. Jennifer Barnes and Carrie Orgee have been running...
New faces and new roles at SME Solicitors
SME Solicitors has welcomed two new starters for 2025: Eoin Murphy and Aimée Batsford. Aimée joins the Reception & Document Management team, providing a friendly welcome to clients at our Sansome Walk office. Eoin, a solicitor with over 15 years’ experience,...
Prime Mix Launches New Content Creation Package ‘Pounce’
Worcester based marketing agency, Prime Mix Marketing Ltd, launches Pounce, a new cutting-edge creative content hub designed to elevate marketing strategies with dynamic video content, high-impact photography, and strategic written content – all integrated into one...
Celebrating 10 Years of the Family Business Practice with St. Richard’s Hospice Partnership
Peter Roper, founder of the Family Business Practice, is proud to announce a series of special events in 2025 to celebrate a decade of helping family businesses thrive across the UK. In partnership with St. Richard’s Hospice, four exclusive events will offer valuable...
How Much Does a Website Cost Per Year?
As a company for website design, the TIEM Design team get lots of questions about website costs. People seem scared to find out how much a new one will cost and fear sneaky hidden charges. We are here to help! Creating and maintaining a website is a vital part of...
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