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Students Collaborate with Renowned Artist on Creative Project Exploring ‘Place’
Students from the University of Worcester and Heart of Worcestershire College are working alongside internationally acclaimed artist Rob Draper on an exciting new arts project in the City. The project, part of the Local Voices Creative Choices initiative, led by...
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Students Collaborate with Renowned Artist on Creative Project Exploring ‘Place’
Students from the University of Worcester and Heart of Worcestershire College are working alongside internationally acclaimed artist Rob Draper on an exciting new arts project in the City. The project, part of the Local Voices Creative Choices initiative, led by...
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National Supported Lodgings Week: Could You Open Your Door to Change a Young Life?
This November (9th–16th) marks National Supported Lodgings Week, celebrating the incredible role ordinary people play in providing safe and supportive homes for young people who might otherwise face homelessness. Through St Basils Supported Lodgings scheme,...
Worcestershire’s Award-Winning Technology Programme Welcomes New Cohort of Innovators
Eight ambitious tech businesses from across the region have been selected to join Worcestershire’s award-winning business support programme, BetaDen Accelerate, marking the start of an exciting new chapter for the county’s innovation landscape. Enabled by funding from...
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One of UK’s Biggest Teacher Training Providers Welcomes Pay Increase for Teachers
The University of Worcester has welcomed the Government announcement of a pay increase for the nation’s teachers. The Chancellor of the Exchequer’s statement yesterday means that starting salaries for qualified teachers will rise to at least £31,650 and over £37,000...
Meeting the artist of our Picasso Penguin
At Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers, we believe in supporting creative community initiatives that bring joy to Worcester and attract visitors to our amazing city. This year, we are thrilled to be a sponsor of the St Richard’s Hospice Waddle of Worcester Campaign,...
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Chancellor delivers Budget giving businesses confidence and stability
Yesterday the Chancellor’s budget statement outlined the government’s 3-point plan to support businesses through the spring and into the summer months giving firms more clarity on the way ahead and will allow many to plan with greater optimism and confidence as they...
BUDGET: Support for the self-employed
The Chancellor has announced more support for the self-employed in today’s Budget. With nearly a fifth of self-employed people missing out on previous grants because they had only recently started working for themselves and so could not prove their income status...
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Business community lends its support to upcoming charity ball
A glittering Charity Ball in aide of the Oakland Foundation is taking place at the National Motorcycle Museum and Conference Centre, Birmingham on Friday 6 September 2019. Headline sponsors lining up to support the event include SPAR UK, Calderhead Refrigerated...
Mark’s Mental health Marathon
As many of you will already know, 2018 was a difficult year…a year in which I was told I might have three-years to live, followed by extensive diagnostic health checks, regular specialist consultant’s visits, cancelled operations, learning how to cope with insulin...
How is the Chamber representing you?
In recent times we have asked our Membership to engage in Quarterly Economic Surveys, the Salary and Benefits Survey, and have held a number of events such as MP and Council Forums where we have listened to your concerns, and promised we would lobby the British...
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How is the Chamber representing you?
In recent times we have asked our Membership to engage in Quarterly Economic Surveys, the Salary and Benefits Survey, and have held a number of events such as MP and Council Forums where we have listened to your concerns, and promised we would lobby the British...
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Worcester secures £19.6m to transform the city
Worcester is to receive £19.6m to deliver long-term economic growth for the city and support recovery after COVID. The award follows the submission of a successful bid by Worcester City Council to the Government’s £3.6 billion Towns Fund. Worcester was one of...
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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Customs Grant Scheme
Available to all organisations, who meet the eligibility criteria, to cover up to 100% of eligible training costs
Prepare your business for Brexit – Free Webinar
If you’re wondering how to prepare your business for Brexit, our free webinar in partnership with Gowling WLG LLP is a great place to start to get your business Brexit-ready for 31 January 2020.
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Historian’s Talk Reflects on National Politics 400 Years Earlier
For those still craving more politics after the General Election results come in, a historian at the University of Worcester will be reflecting on the political landscape 400 years earlier. Professor of Early Modern History, Darren Oldridge, will be giving a talk on...
Classic Cars at the Severn Valley Railway, as the MGA Rally Lands in Highley
If stylish, vintage sports cars are your thing, you’ll want to head to the Severn Valley Railway on Sunday 21 July, where there’ll be a huge collection of MGAs on display. Around 60 examples of the well-known sports cars will travel to the railway’s Highley station...
Terry Livesey Photography Launches “Rainy Day Guarantee”
Worcestershire, UK – June 2024 – Terry Livesey Photography is proud to introduce the “Rainy Day Guarantee,” ensuring clients can enjoy stress-free outdoor photo or video sessions, regardless of the weather. Clients can reschedule their sessions for free if...
Wyevale Nurseries new look 2025 catalogue launches with 14 new introductions
WYEVALE Nurseries’ 2025 promotional catalogue aimed at retailers launched at the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) National Plant Show recently featuring a new look and a plethora of British-grown introductions (July 2024). The leading commercial nursery...
Rotherwood Healthcare’s Finance Department Celebrated as ‘Finance Team of the Year’ at East Midlands Finance Awards 2024
Rotherwood Healthcare is proud to announce that its Finance Department has been awarded the prestigious’ Finance Team of the Year (with less than 10 staff members)’ at the East Midlands Finance Awards 2024. The awards ceremony took place on June 27th at...
Worcester City Women FC Unveils New Club Badge and Branding
Worcester City Women FC has today announced the launch of its new badge and brand identity. As one of the few female-owned, independent football clubs in England dedicated to women and girls, Worcester City Women FC has built a unique identity focused on being a...
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