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Event to Tackle Growing Body Image Crisis Among Men
An event in Worcester will shed light on the rising issue of body image concerns and eating disorders in men, offering expert insights and practical guidance for those affected and those supporting them. The free event, held at the Hive Library on Wednesday November...
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Event to Tackle Growing Body Image Crisis Among Men
An event in Worcester will shed light on the rising issue of body image concerns and eating disorders in men, offering expert insights and practical guidance for those affected and those supporting them. The free event, held at the Hive Library on Wednesday November...
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Appointment expands law firm’s Property Litigation team
Law firm mfg Solicitors has added to its respected Property Litigation department with the appointment of a new specialist solicitor. Litigation expert Claire Liddy has bolstered the firm’s Property Litigation team, joining as a solicitor. Based at mfg’s Bromsgrove...
Real World Consultancy’s Partnership Extended for Enterprising Worcestershire Business Coaching Programme
Real World Consultancy is thrilled to announce the extension of our partnership to deliver the Enterprising Worcestershire Business Coaching Programme. Delivered in collaboration with Worcestershire County Council and Worcestershire Growth Hub, this fully-funded...
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FBC Manby Bowdler Trials Artificial Intelligence in Pioneering Research Project
A leading Midlands law firm is trialing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) as part of a pioneering nationwide research project to assess how it might shape the future of the legal sector. FBC Manby Bowdler is one of just eight firms across the country exploring...
New Charitable Fund for Worcestershire Launches
Worcestershire Community Foundation in partnership with Worcestershire County Council are launching a new £200,000 funding programme to support local communities through small grants, positively impacting all areas of the county. The Strengthening Worcestershire Fund...
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Small business confidence rising but biggest test still to come
UK small businesses are increasingly confident in their ability to grow and contribute towards economic recovery, although any delay in the lifting of restrictions will prove a huge step backwards for some. The government are set to announce next week whether or not...
Self-Employment Income Support Scheme fifth grant
A fifth grant covering May 2021 to September 2021 will be open to claims from late July 2021.
The grant is taxable and will be paid out in a single instalment.
Guidance for claiming the grant will be available by the end of June 2021.
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Worcestershire Community Foundation asks for your support
We are all playing our part in addressing the impact of Covid-19 and key to this is the work of charities. They are facing huge increases in demand just as normal fundraising has to stop and staff and volunteers are self-isolating. Yesterday Worcestershire Community...
Worcestershire Community Foundation launches Covid-19 Response Appeal
One of Worcestershire’s largest charitable hub has launched a county-wide appeal which will help community groups and charities overcome issues caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The Worcestershire Community Foundation has unveiled the Worcestershire Covid-19...
BCC November Economic Review
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) recently published their November Monthly Economic Review. This briefing is an analysis of the key domestic and international economic indicators for business. The report also provides a comparison between the economic data...
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BCC November Economic Review
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) recently published their November Monthly Economic Review. This briefing is an analysis of the key domestic and international economic indicators for business. The report also provides a comparison between the economic data...
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Get ready to celebrate wonderful Worcestershire at this year’s Tourism Awards
The countdown is on to this year’s Visit Worcestershire Tourism Awards. After a challenging and lengthy period for tourism and hospitality, the awards are set to celebrate the very best of Worcestershire leisure businesses who have shown incredible resilience over the...
GJS Dillon helps broadband provider build new links in Droitwich
Acting on behalf of a private investor, Worcestershire commercial property consultancy GJS Dillon has let a 42,574 sq ft warehouse in Droitwich to a national broadband provider. There has been a huge upsurge in demand for storage during the pandemic. This has resulted...
Herefordshire News
EU Exit – The top things you need to know to keep your business moving
On New Year’s Eve at 23:00 GMT, the UK completed its separation from the EU, left the Single European Market and Customs Union and became a “third country”. The EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) was concluded on 24th December and contains new rules for living, working and trading with the EU.
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Promotion at Chartered Firm Leads to Strong Business Growth
The promotion of Chartered Financial Planner, Dean Poulson, last year has coincided with impressive business growth at Worcester based Chartered Financial Planning Firm, Britannic Place. An increase in new enquiries of over 300% between 2022 and 2023 has led to...
Business Manifesto Outlines 5-point Action Plan
A five-point plan for immediate action by the new government is at heart of the British Chambers of Commerce Election Manifesto published today. The BCC wants to see: An Industrial Strategy with green innovation at its heart. Better skills planning,...
Potter Space Droitwich welcomes Falcon Contract Flooring
Potter Space, a market leader in the small to mid-box (sub 100k sq. ft.) commercial property sector, has welcomed Falcon Contract Flooring to newly completed Unit 101 at its Droitwich Park. As a result, all units from the first phase of the logistics property...
Popular Radio Broadcaster Confirmed as Host for Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards
The Worcestershire Apprenticeships team has announced that entrepreneur, marketing expert, author and popular radio host, Ed James will be the host for the 2024 annual awards evening. Ed is a founding partner of global performance content marketing agency, Lunar...
Grant Gives Engineering Firm a Record-breaking Boost
A specialist engineering firm has enjoyed a record-breaking year after investing in new machinery, with the help of a grant from Herefordshire Council’s Business Enterprise Fund. KGD Enterprises, which is based at Rotherwas in Hereford, makes high-quality packaged...
Thursfields recognised in Top 5 for M&A Deals in the Midlands
Midlands law firm Thursfields has been ranked 4th in Experian’s MarketIQ report for M&A activity in Q1 across the Midlands. In the first quarter of 2024, Thursfields advised on 8 deals, including acquisitions for PE backed groups on buy and build strategies, MBOs...
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