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University Links up with Birmingham Panthers to Host Netball Development Hub
Ambitious netballers can hone their skills for the elite level as the University of Worcester prepares to host a new young adult training and development hub for Netball Super League franchise Birmingham Panthers. The University will host a Panthers Under 23 hub for...
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University Links up with Birmingham Panthers to Host Netball Development Hub
Ambitious netballers can hone their skills for the elite level as the University of Worcester prepares to host a new young adult training and development hub for Netball Super League franchise Birmingham Panthers. The University will host a Panthers Under 23 hub for...
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60-Year-Old Worcestershire Businesswoman Tackles UK’s Business Isolation Crisis with Disco Ball Networking
Award-winning LinkedIn trainer and business coach Esther Partridge-Warner has launched Sparkle Squad Networking, a fresh and practical solution to combat the UK’s growing epidemic of loneliness among freelancers and small business owners. New research shows 90% of UK...
Four Wyevale Nurseries staff rewarded for 158 years of service between them
FOUR colleagues from Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford have been rewarded for their long service after collectively achieving 158 years of employment at the UK’s leading commercial grower between them (June 2025). Nick Tipping, who has marked 30 years’ service, Adrian...
Patron & Strategic News
Striving for Sustainability at Kidderminster Harriers
Kidderminster Harriers and Bromsgrove District Council Waste Services partnership significantly enhances waste management at Aggborough Stadium. Committed to sustainability, Kidderminster Harriers continue to succeed with efforts to improve their environmental impact...
Wyevale Nurseries to showcase ‘Best of British’ at FutureScape in October
WYEVALE Nurseries in Hereford will be showcasing its ‘Best of British’ range when it exhibits at FutureScape in London next month (October 15 and 16, 2024). The leading commercial nurseries’ stand will highlight its container trees, bareroot hedging and forestry...
Chamber News
A green future – businesses part to play
October saw the first in-person Chamber of Commerce Business Expo since March 2020, with businesses and individuals from across the 2 Counties jumping at the chance to network face to face once more. Those of us who attended the breakfast had the opportunity to hear...
New report for food, drink and agricultural sectors
Ernst and Young have recently produced a new report discussing price inflation and shortages in the food and drink sector. The report covers areas such as agricultural commodity price rises, labour shortages, supply chain issues, EU Exit, and production. Read it...
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Policy News
£2 million fund opens for flood-affected farmers
A £2 million fund to support farmers who suffered un-insurable damage to their property in the devastating floods in November has opened for applications today (Monday 6 January). The government confirmed in November 2019 that it would extend its Farming Recovery Fund...
What do businesses want and need from our colleges in ten years’ time?
The Independent Commission on the College of the Future is asking the simple question – “what do we want and need from our colleges in ten years’ time?” The Independent Commission recognises that seismic shifts are taking place across the UK – from demographic...
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“We See You” says Hereford charity as it launches new workplace diversity campaign
Award-winning training and employment charity, Landau, today launched a new campaign to drive greater diversity in workplaces across Hereford. The We See You campaign will tell the inspiring stories of some of the 3,000 people helped into training or employment by the...
Could you be a superhero for childhood cancer charity?
Worcestershire based Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust needs your help. Join us and 8 year old Mia (pictured), she is dressed as a childhood cancer superhero shortly after finishing treatment for cancer. Could you be a superhero just for a day and help raise vital...
Rise in interest rate puts spotlight on mini-budget
Commenting on today’s Bank of England interest rate rise, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “The decision by the Bank of England to raise the base rate to 2.25% is further evidence they are taking a hard line on...
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Rise in interest rate puts spotlight on mini-budget
Commenting on today’s Bank of England interest rate rise, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “The decision by the Bank of England to raise the base rate to 2.25% is further evidence they are taking a hard line on...
Worcestershire News
Lifetime achievement award for Worcestershire solicitor
One of the county’s most respected solicitors has been honoured with a lifetime achievement award by the Worcestershire Law Society. Maynard Burton, senior partner at law firm mfg Solicitors, was recognised by the Society for his successful 40-year legal career and...
National Business Boostcamps series comes to help Worcestershire businesses
The Worcestershire Growth Hub has partnered with Lloyds Bank Academy to bring their Small Business Boostcamp series to Worcestershire. The Small Business Boostcamp series consists of five FREE, face to face workshops which can help smaller businesses to increase their...
Herefordshire News
Marches LEP chief executive Gill Hamer to step down
The chief executive of the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership is stepping down at the end of July, she has announced today. Gill Hamer is moving on to pastures new after a hugely successful career spanning more than 40 years which has also included spells as...
NMITE offers places and confirms generous bursaries for September 2021 pioneer cohort
NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) confirms it is making its first offers for September 2021 entry to those who have completed the application process. The Higher Education provider also shares details of a generous one-off bursary of £4,000...
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LSIP Event
Business leaders and education providers in the Midlands have urged the new Government to ‘stick to the plan’ when it comes to closing the skills gap and helping businesses to develop the labour force they need. The plea came at an event celebrating the progress made...
Worcester firm puts new product up for attack testing at major trade show
A leading Midlands firm is so confident in the strength of its newest key storage product that it is challenging people to break into it at a major trade show. The team at The Key Safe Company have so much faith in the Tamo Pro’s robustness and resilience they have...
Innovation Takes Centre Stage: NMITE Launches New Programme and Vision for Centre for Innovation and Future Skills
NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) announces the launch of the Innovation Programme 2024-2025, a key initiative aimed at supporting local businesses and driving innovation in Herefordshire. This programme marks the initial phase of establishing...
Equity Commission Urges Action On Workplace Barriers
The Workplace Equity Commission, convened by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), has outlined more than 40 recommendations to improve employment opportunities and breakdown barriers for people in the workplace. The Commission has focused on supporting the 5.5...
Free Concert and Open Day at St John’s Church
Saturday 14th September will be the first in the new season of Cake and Coffee Concerts followed by Heritage Open Day at Bromsgrove’s Grade I listed church building. Cake and Coffee Concert “Delightful Duets” starts the day at 10.30am on Saturday 14th...
St George’s Park & Lynhales Hall Care Home Managers Announced as Finalists in the National Care Awards 2024
St George’s Park & Lynhales Hall Care Home Managers Announced as Finalists in the National Care Awards 2024 Rotherwood Healthcare, an award-winning care provider, is thrilled to announce that they have been shortlisted as finalists for several categories in the...
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