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Sticky Inflation Keeps Rates on Hold
Responding to the latest interest rate decision by the Bank of England, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s decision to hold interest rates at 4% was widely expected, especially after yesterday’s figures confirmed...
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Sticky Inflation Keeps Rates on Hold
Responding to the latest interest rate decision by the Bank of England, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s decision to hold interest rates at 4% was widely expected, especially after yesterday’s figures confirmed...
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University Academics Lend Expertise to Week of Activities Celebrating Shakespeare
A panel of Shakespeare academics, directors and enthusiasts will be going head-to-head to try to ensure their favourite play comes out on top as part of week of events at The Hive celebrating the Bard. As part of national Shakespeare Week, running Monday March 24 to...
‘Credit to Nursing’ Lecturer Wins Prestigious Nomination
A senior lecturer at the University of Worcester has been shortlisted for a prestigious prize at the British Journal of Nursing Awards. Dr Paul-John Alegado is in the running for the Educator Nurse of the Year award, which celebrates nurses who have demonstrated...
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Electric Vehicle Charging Points Available at University Campus
One hundred electric vehicle charging points are now fully operational at the University of Worcester’s Severn Campus, making the site one of the largest electric vehicle charging parks in Europe. The car park, located on Hylton Road, is used by the University...
Pershore College Celebrate Graduation with Historic Backdrop
Graduates from Pershore College have been celebrating their successes in a pair of graduation ceremonies with a history backdrop. Warwickshire College and University Centre (WCUC) saw more than 160 graduates accompanied by their families and friends head to Warwick to...
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Chamber Christmas Message
Firstly, I would like to wish everyone across Herefordshire and Worcestershire a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year. I do hope that over the Christmas break businesses can take the opportunity to enjoy the well-deserved relaxation and recharge their batteries ready for the New Year
Business Leaders virtual event a hamper-filled hit
Last week we were delighted to virtually host leaders from the two counties most influential businesses at our exclusive event for Patron and Strategic Members.
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Government announces £20 million SME Brexit Support Fund
Today (Thursday 11 February), the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove has announced a £20 million SME Brexit Support Fund to support small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) adjust to new customs, rules of origin, and VAT rules when trading with the EU....
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Government announces £20 million SME Brexit Support Fund
Today (Thursday 11 February), the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove has announced a £20 million SME Brexit Support Fund to support small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) adjust to new customs, rules of origin, and VAT rules when trading with the EU....
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Additional businesses eligible to access rapid coronavirus testing for home workers
Employers in England will be able to offer free rapid coronavirus tests to homeworkers under the governments expanded testing scheme in order to detect more asymptomatic cases. Businesses with more than 10 employees will be offered the free home kits where on-site...
Spire South Bank Hospital announce Charities of the Year 2021
Staff at Spire South Bank Hospital in Worcester have nominated two local charities to support in 2021. Virtual fundraising events are being organised to help Onside Advocacy and the Worcester Street Café during the Covid lockdown but it is hoped some real-life...
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Hereford And Leominster Household Recycling Centres Reopen 9 May
Restrictions will remain in place to ensure safety of public and staff Herefordshire Council will reopen Hereford and Leominster Household Recycling Centres for essential use only from Saturday 9 May. They will be open from 8.00am to 6.00pm every day The other...
Herefordshire Gin Company produces Hand Sanitiser in preparation for the return to work
Black Mountains Botanicals, a Hereford based Gin distillery, have transitioned into producing hand sanitiser and sanitising stations in preparation for our return to work. Manufactured to World Health Organisation guidance, with an added trace of Juniper essential...
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University Historian Explores Aftermath of Gunpowder Plot
If successful, it was an event that could have changed the course of history. But a University of Worcester historian will argue that the Gunpowder Plot still made a huge impact on British life in an upcoming talk. Taking place on Sunday, November 5, the same day that...
Businesses Urged to Help Schools and Colleges Shape Futures
Businesses were today urged to help develop the skilled workforce of the future – by playing their part as Enterprise Advisers. The Marches Careers Hub says it wants to recruit more advisers from the region’s business community to help inspire the workforce of the...
Kington Court Nurse Crowned at the Hereford Times Health and Social Care Awards
Kington Court Nursing Home, nestled in the heart of Herefordshire, proudly that its Clinical Lead, Rhodora Cunanan, has been honoured with the ‘Good Nurse Award’ at the Hereford Times Health and Social Care Awards 2023. This esteemed accolade recognises exceptional...
The Cottage in the Wood Malvern’s 1919 Restaurant earns coveted 3-AA Rosettes
The Cottage in the Wood’s 1919 Restaurant has been awarded the prestigious accolade of 3-AA Rosettes. The AA Rosette Awards are regarded as a mark of culinary excellence in the UK and to achieve this milestone reflects 1919 Restaurant’s consistent pursuit of...
Savox Communications’ Asian Success Continues with a 5 Million Euro Order for Trics Hub and NC-100 Headsets
Savox Communications, the leading provider of mission-critical hearing protection and communication solutions, is delighted to announce yet another milestone in our ongoing success in the Asian market. As the premier provider of these hearing protection and...
Thursfields showcases new larger Birmingham office and raises £450 for Alzheimer’s Research UK
On 12th October Thursfields celebrated its recent expansion into larger premises in Birmingham City Centre. The event saw over 60 professionals from a range of Corporate and Professional backgrounds networking and socialising in the firm’s expanded office space...
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