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University Lecturer Co‑Edits New Anthology Supporting Carers
A University of Worcester lecturer has co-edited a new anthology exploring the realities of caregiving, with all proceeds being donated to a vital local charity. Craft of Care, collated and edited by Dr Charley Barnes from the University of Worcester alongside fellow...
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University Lecturer Co‑Edits New Anthology Supporting Carers
A University of Worcester lecturer has co-edited a new anthology exploring the realities of caregiving, with all proceeds being donated to a vital local charity. Craft of Care, collated and edited by Dr Charley Barnes from the University of Worcester alongside fellow...
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New trainees join law firm as it invests in next generation
A group of nine new trainees have been taken on by leading Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors as it invests in the next generation. The new trainees beginning their two-year training contracts are Oliver Leigh, Bethany Steel, Alena Dudrah, Jack Cook and...
Consultant vs In-House HR: What’s Right for SME Businesses?
Running a business in the UK means constantly balancing cost, risk, and speed – HR is one area where the choice between in-house staff and external consultants has a major impact. The case for consultants (outsourced HR): Expertise on demand: Access to...
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Acting Royalty and Celebrity Chefs Join Forces in Support of Hospice Campaign
Two of the region’s biggest names in acting, Adrian Lester and Dame Julie Walters are leading a growing list of names in support of an urgent campaign from Acorns Children’s Hospice. The campaign, Children’s Care Matters, is calling on the Government to safeguard the...
Returning University Graduate Holds City Exhibition
An artist and graduate from the University of Worcester who has returned to the UK after nine years abroad is to hold her first solo exhibition in a decade here in the City. Jayne Gaze, who is one of the artists in residence at The Arches (the converted studio and...
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Board of Trade – ‘Global Britain, Local Jobs’
The Board of Trade has published a new report outlining the benefits of trade to UK jobs and prosperity. The research estimates that nearly 6.5 million jobs in the UK are supported by exports and that median wages in jobs directly and indirectly supported by exports...
Chamber Network Budget wins 2021
The 2021 Budget was delivered by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak MP on Wednesday 3 March. Working together the BCC and the Chamber Network secured a number of important achievements for business communities across the UK. The BCC policy team has put...
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West Mercia Women’s Aid charity coffee morning
On Friday 6 September, West Mercia Women’s Aid will be having a Charity coffee morning at local business Jackson Family Funeral Directors. The charity coffee morning, which starts at 10.00am, aims to bring together the local community to support West Mercia Women’s...
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...
A straightforward business solution in a complicated world
If the last couple of years has taught us anything, it’s that businesses need to expect the unexpected. A period of massive political and economic change has meant trading has been extremely difficult, in particular for small- and medium-sized firms, who will have...
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A straightforward business solution in a complicated world
If the last couple of years has taught us anything, it’s that businesses need to expect the unexpected. A period of massive political and economic change has meant trading has been extremely difficult, in particular for small- and medium-sized firms, who will have...
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Worcestershire secures £35m through Government’s Towns Fund
Worcestershire cities, Worcester and Redditch are to receive a combined £35.2m to deliver long-term economic growth for the cities and support recovery after COVID. The awards follow the submission of successful bids by Worcester City Council and Redditch Borough...
Midlands Cyber to premier new brand at Security and Defence Expo on 4th November
After a break since 2019, the region’s leading Cyber Cluster returns in June 2021 with a brand new logo, website and industry focus. The refreshed Cyber Cluster is set to premier this new image at the Three Counties Defence and Security Expo (3CDSE) on the 4th...
Herefordshire News
Businesses urged to prepare for NHS COVID-19 App
Ahead of the national launch of the NHS COVID-19 app across England and Wales on Thursday 24 September, the Government is urging businesses like pubs, restaurants, hairdressers and cinemas to ensure they have NHS QR code posters visible on entry so customers who have downloaded the app can use their smartphones to easily check-in.
CORONAVIRUS: Understand the new Social Distancing Rules from 14 September
Boris Johnson has tightened restrictions following a surge in Covid-19 infections in young people.
The most recent update from the Government on September 9 means that people can no longer socialise in groups of more than six from today, September 14.
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Supporting Organisations and the Community for Sustainable Development
Aqua Protec Ltd was established in Worcestershire in 1990 and offers Legionella control solutions to our clients. We aim to tackle economic inequality by providing employment and training with a focus on skills development to address the known skills shortages. We...
Introducing Bloom.Space: Your Local Coworking and Business Incubation Hub
At Bloom.Space, we create vibrant coworking office spaces and business incubators designed to help entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small businesses thrive. Our mission is to provide more than just a desk and WiFi; we offer a nurturing environment that fosters growth,...
A Night to Remember: Celebrating Our Finalist Nomination at the Circle2Success Awards 2024
Everyone at Coacto are thrilled to share the excitement of being a finalist for the prestigious Cyber and IT Business of the Year award at the Circle2Success 2024 awards. The event, held on 12 July, was a testament to the remarkable achievements within the region....
King’s Speech: Industrial strategy can release business ambition
Responding to today’s King’s Speech, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “The commitment to an industrial strategy could put in place a framework to unleash the pent-up ambition of British business to grow the economy. “If we...
Worcestershire Area Council Updates
LEGAL Financial year ended on 30 April 2024 and showed overall growth; and growth across most divisions but some contraction in property related divisions. Staff turnover is fairly high and we are sustaining increased staff costs in that regard. However very recent...
Herefordshire Area Council Update
SCIENCE & MEDICAL Access to finance still an issue with part of the sector where we see either delayed, cancelled, or partly run projects. This is typically seen with smaller and virtual type pharma and biotechnology companies. Generally a slow down in the...
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