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Fourth generation Hollywood company celebrates 80th anniversary
2026 is an important milestone for Kilby Packaging, a manufacturer of packaging materials based in Birmingham. Sustainability at its heart Since its humble beginnings in 1946 when John Kilby started the business reclaiming and recycling boxes at a time of severe raw...
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Fourth generation Hollywood company celebrates 80th anniversary
2026 is an important milestone for Kilby Packaging, a manufacturer of packaging materials based in Birmingham. Sustainability at its heart Since its humble beginnings in 1946 when John Kilby started the business reclaiming and recycling boxes at a time of severe raw...
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Game Art Lecturer nominated for Women in Games Award
A University of Worcester lecturer has been nominated for an award for her impact and contributions to education through preparing students for the computer gaming industry. Zara Sharma, Senior Lecturer in Game Art, has been shortlisted for the Educational Impact...
Student’s Guidance to Ensure Men with Eating Disorders don’t Feel Alienated from Seeking Help
A University of Worcester student has created bespoke guidance to help ensure that men with eating disorders feel able to engage with the support they need. George Mycock, who himself experienced eating disorders and body image concerns for over a decade, developed...
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Solicitor alerts Brownfield site owners to energy income opportunity
A leading commercial property lawyer has alerted brownfield site owners that they may be missing opportunities to transform their land by adding energy generation technology and storage facilities to raise additional income. The alert has come from Phil Hunt, a senior...
Leading Property Consultancy Secures Major Five-year Rural Property Management Contract
Leading property consultancy Fisher German has been appointed to deliver rural property management services to the Church Commissioners for England, the body which administers the property assets of the Church of England and one of the country’s largest landowners....
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Take a stand! Free cycle parking stands in Herefordshire
Herefordshire businesses and organisations can now apply for up to 4 cycle parking stands for their premises, totally free of charge. A free installation service is also available. Cycle parking is a great way to support employees, clients and customers who wish to...
Opportunity: Chamber on the hunt for HR Consultants
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce have an exciting opportunity for specialist HR consultants to apply to become an Associate HR Consultant for the Chamber.
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Father-of-two’s cycle ride for Primrose in memory of beloved nan, Molly
A father of two cycled 100k with six friends in memory of his beloved nan, grandad and father-in-law. Tom Burbridge, from Redditch, decided to organise the ride as a way to honour their memory and raised over £2,100 for Primrose Hospice, a charity close to the...
Free Business Networking and Training Event celebrates World Restart A Heart Day
In celebration of World Restart A Heart Day this 16th October, Chamber of Commerce members Heartstart Malvern, Thomas Carroll Group and the Colwall Park Hotel have teamed up to host a FREE Business Networking Breakfast, followed by a FREE Heartstart Malvern...
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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New business start-up support for Wychavon businesses
This month sees the launch of a new business start-up grant offering increased funding to new Wychavon businesses. The European funded Enterprising Worcestershire programme has appointed new provider ALP Synergy Ltd to take the programme forward. The scheme is...
nexGworx to drive next phase of Worcestershire 5G journey keeping the county at the forefront of the fourth industrial evolution
Malvern Hills Science Park (MHSP) have announced that it is launching a new subsidiary company ‘nexGworx’, evolving from the Worcestershire 5G Testbed (W5G) project, to accelerate its vision of smart manufacturing and digital innovation across industry 4.0, including...
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Do you have symptoms of Covid?
Do you have symptoms of Covid? You should only get tested if you have symptoms. If you’re unsure, take a look at our flow chart to advise you on the steps you may need to take.
BREAKING: Prof. Chris Whitty says the UK is at a “critical point”
Chief medical officer Prof Chris Whitty earlier spoke about how there were “significant rates of transmission” of coronavirus in parts of the UK – as he said: “This is not someone else’s problem, this is all of our problem.”
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Celebrating Kidderminster College’s Supported Interns Class of 2024 Graduation
More graduations?! You’ve probably seen a few graduation posts by now and Kidderminster College finished off in style with their Supported Interns and the team at The Point Business Centre at Kidderminster College! The first ever cohort of Supported Interns at...
Potter Space Droitwich inspires next generation with site tour
Potter Space Droitwich inspires next generation with site tour Market-leading commercial property business, Potter Space, opened the gates of its Droitwich Park to pupils from Cutnall Green C of E Primary School, to inspire and inform the next generation about the...
Oakland International and Friends Training For 200-Mile Charity Cycle Challenge
Oakland International colleagues and friends are in training ahead of an epic three-day and 200-mile bike ride from Brighton to Warwick (6th to 8th September) to raise funds for children’s charity Molly Ollys. Oakland International Strategic Innovation Manager Luke...
Bishop Fleming driving growth with strong financials
Andrew Sandiford, Managing Partner of Bishop Fleming has revealed his confidence in future growth, based on solid financial performance. The firm, which is one year into its five-year Better Growth business strategy designed to double the size of its business and...
Worcestershire based Ballards LLP Appoints Peter Henry as New Governance and Risk Director
Ballards LLP is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Henry as its new Governance and Risk Director. With over three decades of experience in audit, compliance, and risk management across various sectors, Peter brings a wealth of knowledge to this crucial role....
Celebrating Acceptance into the ABIA: A New Chapter in Jacquie’s Matchmaking Journey
Jaquie is proud to announce her acceptance as a member of the Association of British Introduction Agencies (ABIA). This is not just a milestone in her career; it’s a testament to the dedication and hard work she’s put into helping people find meaningful connections....
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