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DISTINGUISHED SCHOLARS COME TOGETHER IN NEW NMITE ACADEMIC ADVISORY BOARD
NMITE, the pioneering new specialist technical and engineering university based in Hereford, is delighted to announce the formation of a new Academic Advisory Board, with a trio of leading international scholars as members. The Academic Advisory Board joins together...
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DISTINGUISHED SCHOLARS COME TOGETHER IN NEW NMITE ACADEMIC ADVISORY BOARD
NMITE, the pioneering new specialist technical and engineering university based in Hereford, is delighted to announce the formation of a new Academic Advisory Board, with a trio of leading international scholars as members. The Academic Advisory Board joins together...
Member News
Lanyon Bowdler lawyers retain their place in national legal guide
A Shropshire law firm is celebrating after being highlighted in a national guide which recognises expertise in assisting with private wealth clients. Lanyon Bowdler, which has offices across Shropshire, Herefordshire and North Wales, has two lawyers featured in the...
Upper Teme Business Park brings new hope for local businesses in Tenbury Wells
A new chapter in the future of Tenbury Wells’ local economy begins with the unveiling of Upper Teme Business Park, a state-of-the-art development offering 23 commercial units designed to encourage economic growth, innovation and employment in the area. CAPTION:...
Patron & Strategic News
Avoid Ditching Your Resolutions This Year
January 17th is known by many as ‘Ditch Your New Year’s Resolution Day’; an annual event where many people give up on the promises they made to themselves on the first of the month. Popular resolutions include exercising more, eating healthier, losing weight, or...
Celebrating 16 Years of Fitness and Friendship: Worcester Group Looks Forward to Active Year Ahead
Members of a Worcester activity programme have celebrated 16 years of fitness and friendship at their annual post-Christmas celebration. Around 40 members of the Senior Physical Activity and Adapted Sports programme met with instructors at the Maple Leaf Pub on Canada...
Chamber News
Strategic Lead appointed to represent Worcestershire Voluntary & Community Sector
Voluntary and Community Sector Strategic Lead appointed to champion the sector across Worcestershire. Esther Passingham has been appointed to the newly created role, aimed at bringing together VCS groups and organisations with Worcestershire County Council and NHS to...
International Women’s Day 2022 | #BreakTheBias | Worcestershire
CAPTION: Rachel Jenkins (MD, Curvy Kate), Phillippa Mills (Chief Constable, West Mercia Police), Sharon Smith (CEO, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce) and Liz Warner (DI, West Mercia Police). Business women who live and work in and around...
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Welcome to 3 Counties Photography
3 Counties Photography delivers high quality contemporary professional portrait photography, commercial photography and event photography on location in Malvern, Cheltenham and Worcester. The company is pleased to provide images that are suitable for business...
Welcome to 3 Counties Photography
3 Counties Photography delivers high quality contemporary professional portrait photography, commercial photography and event photography on location in Malvern, Cheltenham and Worcester. The company is pleased to provide images that are suitable for business...
Policy News
Would you like to join our Herefordshire Area Council?
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce are currently recruiting for two businesses to join the Area Council in Herefordshire. We have two vacancies and are looking for businesses from the following sectors, but would welcome applications from any...
COVID-19 Secure Workplace Poster
Once a COVID-19 risk assessment has been completed, businesses should display this notice in the workplace to show that the businesses has complied with the guidance on managing the risk of coronavirus (COVID-19). Completing a COVID-19 risk assessment will help you...
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Mum’s Christmas Wish as Daughter’s Memory Lives On In Charity Campaign to Remember Loved Ones
The memory of a much-loved Worcestershire girl whose brave battle with cancer captured the hearts of the community will live on in a special festive celebration from Acorns Children’s Hospice. Lily-Mai Bishop and her family were supported by Acorns throughout her...
Could you help us to make Herefordshire & Worcestershire a great place to grow older?
Age UK Herefordshire & Worcestershire are looking for experienced and knowledgeable trustees to join our board of trustees. They have a particular need for someone with an accountancy or finance background. their trustees are essential to our success as a charity....
BCC responds to new Australia and New Zealand trade deals
Reacting to the new UK-Australia and UK-New Zealand trade deals which entered into effect at midnight, BCC Head of Trade, William Bain, said: “A new era of international trade will begin today as the first trade agreements agreed by the United Kingdom since it left...
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BCC responds to new Australia and New Zealand trade deals
Reacting to the new UK-Australia and UK-New Zealand trade deals which entered into effect at midnight, BCC Head of Trade, William Bain, said: “A new era of international trade will begin today as the first trade agreements agreed by the United Kingdom since it left...
Worcestershire News
New Book Aims to Help People with Dementia to Enjoy Leisure Activities as Part of Everyday Life
A new book, co-edited by a University of Worcester academic, aims to help people living with dementia to continue to enjoy leisure activities. The book, Leisure and Everyday Life with Dementia, challenges readers to consider the role of leisure activities beyond their...
Vamos Theatre wins Drama & Theatre Magazine Editor’s Award for its educational drama resources.
Vamos Theatre, the full mask theatre company based in Worcester, is delighted to have been awarded the Drama & Theatre Education Awards Editor’s Award for its work in creating low cost, accessible drama resources. The award focuses on Vamos Theatre’s work over the...
Herefordshire News
New grant to support festivals and events
Thousands of people enjoy attending festivals and events each year in the county, however over the past two years measures to minimise the spread of Covid-19 has meant that many have been unable to go ahead. Recognising the substantial social and economic role...
New conference & meeting space available
Conference, meeting and boardroom facilities are now available to hire at the newly redeveloped Shell Store business incubation centre. The development has seen 2,500 sq metres of flexible and lettable business space created under the site’s iconic roofline – a...
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Worcester Student named in England U21s Squad Heading to Australia in New Year
A University of Worcester student has been named in the England U21s Netball squad ahead of their tour of Australia in January. During the tour, Issy Eaton, a 3rd year PE and Sports Coaching student, will compete in a Tri-Series against Australia and New Zealand,...
Kidderminster Law Firm in Harriers Promotion Push Partnership
Kidderminster law firm in Harriers promotion push partnership Law firm mfg Solicitors has agreed a partnership deal with Kidderminster Harriers as the football club continues its National League promotion bid. The legal firm, based on the town’s Birmingham Road, is...
Severn Valley Railway Shortlisted for Four Heritage Railway Awards
The Severn Valley Railway has been shortlisted in four categories for the prestigious Heritage Railway Association awards for 2025, which recognise excellence and innovation across the heritage rail sector. SVR-based locomotive, Stanier Mogul No 13268 is in the...
Fully Funded Places for Aspiring Early Years Professionals at Worcester
The University of Worcester has been awarded fully funded places for people who want to become Early Years professionals. The University is launching a brand-new Early Years Initial Teacher Training course, with options for entry for people already working in early...
New College Worcester Ofsted Good or Outstanding in all Categories!
Following an eagerly anticipated visit from Ofsted to inspect our Education provision at New College Worcester we are absolutely delighted that NCW was recognised to be Outstanding or Good in all five categories! The judgements were as follows: The quality of...
Local Business Owner’s Help for Ukraine
When the Russians invaded Ukraine in February 2022, most people looked on in horror at scenes reminiscent of the Second World War. As millions fled from Putin’s armies, Sue Johns decided to use her business contacts and experience to try and get some of them to the...
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