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West Midlands employers honoured with top Defence award for Armed Forces support
Nineteen organisations from across the West Midlands region have been recognised with the Ministry of Defence’s highest Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) honour – the Gold Award – for their outstanding commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community. The...
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West Midlands employers honoured with top Defence award for Armed Forces support
Nineteen organisations from across the West Midlands region have been recognised with the Ministry of Defence’s highest Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) honour – the Gold Award – for their outstanding commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community. The...
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Worcestershire Speaker’s TEDx Talk Featured as Editor’s Pick
Worcestershire-based speaker coach and event host Dave James has delivered a TEDx talk exploring how mindfulness and meditation can transform men’s lives. In “What Mindfulness and Meditation Can Do for Men”, Dave shares his personal journey of living with,...
Main Line Rail Companies Pitch in at the Severn Valley Railway
Thanks to an ambitious and unique joint volunteering effort by many companies across the rail sector, the Severn Valley Railway has succeeded in re-laying track across its newly repaired Mor Brook bridge in Shropshire. This was achieved in record time and at zero...
Patron & Strategic News
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...
Chamber News
From Apprentice to Senior Account Handler – careers with Hazelton Mountford
A career in insurance has been a rewarding experience for Ellie Jones from Hazelton Mountford. At only 25 years of age, Ellie has already forged a career in insurance by joining Hazelton Mountford as an apprentice, working hard to gain her Diploma in Insurance and...
Go-ahead for £8m investment on Skylon
The final phase of an £8 million investment at Skylon Park, Hereford Enterprise Zone has been given the go-head. Commercial property developers Priority Space will begin construction of nine industrial units at Centenary Park, a 110-acre site in Skylon Park, in Spring...
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Policy News
Government launches Working Safely Tool for businesses returning to work
To help employers reopen their businesses safely, the government have launched a new tool to identify the most relevant guidance for your business. The guidance highlighted is intended to help you carry out a risk assessment and make sensible adjustments to the site...
Government launches Dairy Response Fund 2020
The Dairy Response Fund 2020 provides support to eligible dairy farmers in England who produce cows’ milk. They can apply for a one-off payment. Since the start of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the dairy industry has faced challenges of excess milk, falling...
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Charity News
Herefordshire Media Company, Rural Media, receives six Royal Television Society Nominations
Herefordshire media charity and production house Rural Media has received six nominations for the 2021 Royal Television Society Awards. Highlighted for their writing, directing and talent development skills, Rural Media’s short-film The Willows has been singled out...
Local Bank Branches Bring In Funds For Lifesaving Charity
TSB Bank branches based within Gloucestershire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire have fundraised and helped make missions possible for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s lifesaving, pre-hospital emergency service through a range of charitable activities. Staff have...
Business Would Welcome Removal Of REUL Sunset Clause
Reacting to reports that the sunset clause might be removed from the Retained EU Law Bill, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “Over the past few months, the BCC has consistently put forward a strong business case to remove the uncertainty caused by...
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Business Would Welcome Removal Of REUL Sunset Clause
Reacting to reports that the sunset clause might be removed from the Retained EU Law Bill, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “Over the past few months, the BCC has consistently put forward a strong business case to remove the uncertainty caused by...
Worcestershire News
How Do You Like Your Eggs in the Morning?
ISO Quality Services (ISO QSL) like theirs to feel valued and appreciated which is why their Good Egg Awards returns for another year. The ISO Providers based in Worcester first launched the Good Egg Awards back in 2018 to encourage organisations to nominate their...
Launch of 2023 awards celebrates Worcestershire’s apprenticeship success
Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and Worcestershire County Council have announced that the popular apprenticeship celebration event, the Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards are returning in 2023. The announcement was made at the end of National...
Herefordshire News
Business summit kick starts 2050 Big Plan for economy
The new Shell Store recently hosted the first in a series of events across the county to bring people and organisations together to discuss the big projects, changes and partnerships required to transform Herefordshire’s economy. More than 50 business leaders joined...
Mental Health in an Unequal World: Acting Together to Prevent Suicide is it Time to Change?
Wednesday 6 October 10.00am-12.00pm In support of World Mental Health Day 2021, Time to Change Worcestershire and the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Suicide Prevention Team will host an event to explore this question: Is suicide a mental health matter, a matter of...
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Dancing for a Cause: SJL Ball Raises Vital Funds for Acorns
The annual SJL Foundation Charity Ball, held at the Bank House Hotel in Bransford, Worcester, was a resounding success, raising an incredible £32,107 on the night. The event brought together over 170 guests from SJL Insurance’s extensive network of staff, clients,...
Newly Qualified Duo Complete Law Firm Training Contracts
Two up and coming lawyers are celebrating after completing their training contracts with leading Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors. Solicitors Reuben Grimshaw and Lucy Allen have now been appointed into full-time positions having completed their respective...
AI and your marketing: can business owners rely on it?
We get it. AI is fantastic. It can be extremely useful in today’s world and has worked its way into the marketing industry. While AI can significantly enhance marketing efforts, relying solely on it is not a viable strategy in an ever-changing business or industry...
DRPG’s Big Build Event Surpasses the Group’s Anniversary Goal
On Tuesday, 26 November 2024, DRPG kicked off its 45th-anniversary celebrations with a live broadcast, partnering with LightBulb Teams to deliver ‘The Big Build’ initiative. The event, streamed across the globe, brought together clients, agencies, venues and suppliers...
University Student in Running for Prestigious Award
A University of Worcester student is in the running for a prestigious sporting award. Wheelchair basketball player Jack Long has been shortlisted in the top 10 for SportsAid’s prestigious One-to-Watch Award, celebrating his achievements in the last year. Launched in...
DRG Charity Ball 2025
We are excited to share that tickets and sponsorship packages are now available. Mark your calendar for this much-anticipated event, taking place on Saturday, March 1st, 2025, in the Gold Cup Suite at Cheltenham Racecourse. This special evening will bring together...
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