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Trailblazing Supreme Court President Launches Book in Worcester
A new book exploring the rich and sometimes surprising history of the British Constitution has been launched in Worcester, with distinguished guest speaker Baroness Hale of Richmond DBE delivering a keynote lecture to mark the occasion. Edited by Dr Chris Monaghan,...
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Trailblazing Supreme Court President Launches Book in Worcester
A new book exploring the rich and sometimes surprising history of the British Constitution has been launched in Worcester, with distinguished guest speaker Baroness Hale of Richmond DBE delivering a keynote lecture to mark the occasion. Edited by Dr Chris Monaghan,...
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University Staff Hoping to Raise Thousands to Help Students Through Scholarships and Hardship Funds.
Staff and friends of the University of Worcester have begun fundraising efforts to support students through scholarships and hardship funds. As part of the University’s two-year-long Anniversaries Campaign, marking two major milestones in its history – 20 years since...
University of Worcester Student Showcases Artwork on Local Landmark
A University of Worcester teaching student and former professional artist is putting on a free exhibition of his artwork, which focuses on a famous Worcester landmark. Father-of-two Jonathan Dukes, who was inspired to become an art teacher after teaching his own...
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Events Give Public a Taste of University’s Work
Residents of Worcester can get a taste of some of the interesting work and research happening in their City at a three-day festival of knowledge sharing. The University of Worcester is running the Pint of Science event next month, in which academic staff and students...
Worcester Graduate Features in National Campaign
A graduate of the University of Worcester has been featured in a national campaign highlighting successful people who were the first in their family to go to university. Kiran Sahota is an award-winning social historian and founder of the community interest company,...
Chamber News
BCC says critical questions remain for businesses wanting to reopen
The BCC is urging the government to give businesses much greater clarity on its roadmap out of lockdown as firms continue to suffer. The business organisation, which represents tens of thousands of companies of all shapes and sizes across the UK, has written to the...
Joint Area Council March Update
The Chamber works closely with businesses across all sizes and sectors to ensure that business views are represented to key local and national decision makers. To ensure every sector is represented the Chamber hosts two Area Councils, one in Worcestershire and one in...
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Local Charities and Businesses Experience the power of networking in Malvern.
Malvern business owner Esther Partridge-Warner of Online Media Works has recently launched a new networking group in the town. Malvern Pearls meets twice a month at the beautiful venue of Elmslie House in Avenue Road. The objective is for Malvern Pearls to be a place...
An Evening with Gordan Giltrap Supporting Artist: Ray Mytton
The evening will take place at Spectrum Days, Old Coach Road, Droitwich Spa,Worcestershire, WR9 8BB All proceeds will be going towards the refurbishment of the Kitchen, a vital resource for our members. Date: Friday 25 October 2019 Tickets Price: £15.00 Refreshments...
Trade update
The Department for International Trade (DIT) announced they would be continuing with some of the steel safeguard measures which were due to expire on Thursday 1 July. In a written ministerial statement to MPs, Trade Secretary Liz Truss MP continued the tariff rate...
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Trade update
The Department for International Trade (DIT) announced they would be continuing with some of the steel safeguard measures which were due to expire on Thursday 1 July. In a written ministerial statement to MPs, Trade Secretary Liz Truss MP continued the tariff rate...
Worcestershire News
GJS Dillon instructed on letting of brand new industrial units in Kidderminster
Worcestershire commercial property agency GJS Dillon is anticipating that 6 brand new industrial units in Kidderminster will prove popular with business owners. The 6 industrial warehouse/units, which are available to let on a new business lease, are due for...
FOLK2FOLK on track to double profit in 2021
FOLK2FOLK, the Marketplace lender for SMEs in regional Britain, announces an H1 2021 pre-tax profit of £943,000 (unaudited accounts for Feb-Jul 2021), delivering just short of the company’s FY 2020 profit and setting a course to double its profit in 2021. FOLK2FOLK...
Herefordshire News
What does the 3-tier lockdown mean for Herefordshire & Worcestershire?
In his address to the Commons on Monday 13 October, prime minister Boris Johnson outlined the new three-tiered scheme, though said the exact criteria will not be worked out until Tuesday, eventually coming into effect on Wednesday (October 14).
Hereford could benefit from a £25m government investment to regenerate the city
Hereford could soon benefit from a £25m government investment to regenerate the city.
The Government announced a £3.6bn Towns Fund aimed at building prosperous futures for communities across England in July.
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Academics at University of Worcester Part of Wheelchair Marathon Bid
Two sports lecturers at the University of Worcester are part of a team aiming to assist their wheelchair-bound friend and family member to complete this year’s London Marathon. Gareth Rees, who is paralysed from the neck down, will be pushed by four able bodied...
Jane Newman Financial Planning Nominated for National Family Business of the Year 2024
Jane Newman Financial Planning Ltd based in Droitwich, Worcestershire is proud to announce its nomination for the prestigious National Family Business of the Year Awards 2024. The awards, organised by Family Business United and now in their 13th year, aim to recognise...
Discover Parks Monthly Charity Donations Benefit West Midlands Hospice
Holiday home owners from a North Herefordshire park have presented a cheque to their chosen charity of the month. Compton Care near Wolverhampton received a £1,000 thanks to being nominated as part of a monthly pledge throughout 2024 by owners Glenn & Hannah...
Thursfields Recognised as a Top Midlands Adviser for M&A Activity in 2023
Regional law firm Thursfields has been named by Experian as one of the Midlands most active M&A legal advisers for 2023 in its latest MarketIQ rankings. Thursfields’ top 10 ranking comes off the back of another busy year for the firm’s corporate team, which acted...
BIG Conversation Event Helps to Shape the Future of Worcestershire
The Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) held its flagship event, “Worcestershire: The BIG Conversation” on Friday 23rd February to start the conversation with businesses about the support needed moving forwards. The event, which was delivered in a hybrid...
Why International Women’s Day is Inspiring Inclusion Across Worcestershire
L-R: Sharon Smith (Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce), Liz Gait, (EG People Development) and Jennine Gilbert Woods (OCM Business Systems Ltd) support the theme of #InspireInclusion for International Women’s Day 2024. Business women across...
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