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Kidderminster College Students Celebrate Success at NCG Skills 2026
Kidderminster College students have been celebrating success after taking part in – and proudly hosting – the sixth annual NCG Skills competition, held at Kidderminster College during National Apprenticeship Week. NCG Skills is a unique, national competition that...
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Kidderminster College Students Celebrate Success at NCG Skills 2026
Kidderminster College students have been celebrating success after taking part in – and proudly hosting – the sixth annual NCG Skills competition, held at Kidderminster College during National Apprenticeship Week. NCG Skills is a unique, national competition that...
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New partners grow law firm’s corporate and commercial property teams
Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors has strengthened its Corporate and Commercial Property offerings through two new partner appointments. Widely respected corporate law specialist Sophie Thornton has joined the firm from international law firm, Pinsent Masons, and...
Penguin office supplies expands family business
Bromsgrove based Penguin Office Supplies Ltd, expands its team by welcoming a new Operations Manager, Matt Hopkinson, the brother of director Chris Hopkinson, solidifying the workplace supplies business as a growing family business in the area. On the back of...
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New Interactive Displays in Place at Worcester’s Infirmary Museum
New interactive displays have been installed at the Infirmary Museum, bringing the story of Worcester’s old hospital to life. The three new hands-on pieces of equipment have been installed at the University of Worcester-run Museum, designed to enhance the visitor...
International Recognition for University Business School
The University of Worcester’s Business School is one of only a handful globally to be recognised this year by the United Nations (UN) for excellence in reporting its sustainability practices and achievements. Worcester is one of only five business and management...
Chamber News
Roadmap to lifting lockdown restrictions
On Monday 22 February Boris Johnson addressed the commons to announce the planned roadmap to easing lockdown restrictions. The Prime Minister stressed that each stage of a new 4-stage plan will be driven by “data not dates”. The PM says there will be...
European Commission data adequacy ruling
Today, the European Commission launched the process towards the adoption of two adequacy decisions for transfers of personal data to the United Kingdom, one under the General Data Protection Regulation and the other for the Law Enforcement Directive. The publication...
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Top Local Wedding Venue Embarks on Support of Hereford Charity
Brinsop Court Estate, has chosen Herefordshire Mind as its charity partner for this year, as they embark on a series of fundraising events during 2019 to raise money for the Hereford mental health charity. David Harding, Herefordshire Mind Business Development Manager...
#TeamEcrubox get on their bike for Down’s Syndrome Association
Every year, Ecrubox Digital choose a charity to support with their fundraising activities and this year, the Down’s Syndrome Association was picked. A charity close to their hearts, the Down’s Syndrome Association work tirelessly to improve the quality of the lives of...
Supporting employers’ whistleblowing procedures
Protect is a national whistleblowing charity providing free confidential advice to whistleblowers and advising employers to consult on whistleblowing arrangements, training managers and staff, and benchmarking employers’ internal whistleblowing arrangements. The...
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Supporting employers’ whistleblowing procedures
Protect is a national whistleblowing charity providing free confidential advice to whistleblowers and advising employers to consult on whistleblowing arrangements, training managers and staff, and benchmarking employers’ internal whistleblowing arrangements. The...
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University Launches New Course in Keeping with its Sustainability Credentials
The University of Worcester, which has won many accolades for its efforts on sustainability, is to launch a new degree course focused on the issue. The BSc (Hons) Environmental Management and Sustainability programme is designed to provide graduates with the knowledge...
Help to Grow your business – Management
Take your business to the next level with the government’s new Help to Grow programme. The programme will help small and medium sized businesses across the UK learn new skills, reach new customers and boost profits.
Herefordshire News
Herefordshire Council extends period to apply for the Discretionary Grant Scheme to 17 August 2020
Herefordshire Council has announced an extension to the Discretionary Grant Scheme for businesses and charities, and invites any further eligible businesses to apply for funding. The scheme has been extended and is now open to new applications until 12pm (midday) on Monday 10 August 2020.
Supporting careers in construction, engineering and building services
The Construction Leadership Council’s Talent Retention Scheme (CLC TRS) was conceived to help talented individuals showcase their experience and expertise and help businesses find the skills they need.
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Herefordshire’s NMITE University Project Announces New £3.5 Million Gift by the Charles Wolfson Charitable Trust
Herefordshire’s pioneering new university project, the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) has announced a further major charitable donation as it continues its growth. The Charles Wolfson Charitable Trust has agreed to make a grant of £3.5...
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...
Chamber Member Wins Special Recognition at National Awards Ceremony
Naomi Wachner, founder of Calibre Executives (previously Calibre Virtual Assistant Services), and member of the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, was named One to Watch at the Woman Who Achieves Awards 2024, held at Coombes Abbey Hotel, on 10th...
Leadership Consultants Partner with Local Firm for Podcast
Earlier this year Strategus Consulting, the leadership consultants who provide business strategy & planning, coaching and mentoring through their Worcestershire and Southeast Hubs, launched The Leaders In Strategy Podcast, hosted by Mike Harris. Due to its...
Leaders in Strategy Episode 3: What influences a Strategy?
Welcome to the third episode of the Leaders In Strategy Podcast, where Mike Harris tackles the fundamental question – ‘What Influences A Strategy?’ Join him as he dives into the key factors that will shape your strategy which will be built upon in future blogs....
Celebrating Excellence Coacto’s Triple Shortlisting at the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards
We are thrilled to announce that Coacto has been shortlisted for not one, not two, but three prestigious awards at the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards! Our nominations include Cyber Business of the Year, Micro Business of the Year, and the Customer Excellence...
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