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Ballards unveils bold brand refresh, built on ‘The speed of knowing’
James Syree, CEO, Ballards A major rebrand signals Ballards’ transformation into one of the Midlands’ most agile, insight-driven advisory groups. Ballards, a leading Midlands business advisory and consultancy group, today reveals a striking new brand identity...
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Ballards unveils bold brand refresh, built on ‘The speed of knowing’
James Syree, CEO, Ballards A major rebrand signals Ballards’ transformation into one of the Midlands’ most agile, insight-driven advisory groups. Ballards, a leading Midlands business advisory and consultancy group, today reveals a striking new brand identity...
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50km Charity Walk by ONE in aid of Worcester Snoezelen
Last week (11 and 12 September 2025), members of ONE Creative environments’ (ONE’s) team completed a 50km walk to raise funds for Worcester Snoezelen. The walk, which was from Birmingham to Worcester – a route connecting two of the company’s office locations, is one...
Employers achieve Silver Award recognition for commitment to Defence personnel
Over 100 guests gathered at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire to celebrate thirty-six regional employers who have gained a prestigious award presented to them on behalf of the Ministry of Defence. Hosted by the West Midland Reserve Forces & Cadets...
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Additional Places at One of UK’s Biggest Teacher Training Providers as New Education Secretary Launches Plan to Boost Recruitment
The University of Worcester has created 100 additional places for people to train to become teachers, as the new Education Secretary sets out an immediate plan to boost teacher recruitment in her first week of office. Bridget Phillipson, who visited the University of...
Couples Urged to Legally Protect their Property for Loved Ones
Unmarried couples who own property together are being urged to plan for what would happen to their share should they die. Mary McAneny, a solicitor within the Private Client department at Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors, said it was vital for people to...
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Third Self-Employed Income Support Scheme Grant opens today
Applications for the third round of grants through the Self-Employed Income Support Scheme (SEISS) open today (1 December). For eligible applicants, the grant will provide a maximum of £7,500 to cover up to 80% of your average trading profits. Previously, the Scheme...
What does Tier 2 (High) mean for Herefordshire & Worcestershire?
Herefordshire & Worcestershire will be placed in the stricter tier two of the government’s coronavirus restrictions.
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Do you have workers who may be affected?
From Tuesday 1 June, there are only 30 days left until the deadline of 30 June 2021 for applications to be made to the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS).
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Do you have workers who may be affected?
From Tuesday 1 June, there are only 30 days left until the deadline of 30 June 2021 for applications to be made to the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS).
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Would you like to join our Area Council?
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce are currently recruiting for businesses to join their Area Councils. We have two vacancies in Herefordshire and one vacancy in Worcestershire. We are looking for businesses from the following sectors, but would welcome applications from any interested members:
Uniform boost for hospice
Nursing staff at a local hospice have been given a welcome boost of new uniforms, thanks to funding from a Birmingham charitable trust. St Richard’s Hospice in Worcester has bought 66 new uniforms for Healthcare Assistants (HCAs). The cost of £1,254 has been kindly...
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HR1 Hand Sanitiser
Chase Distillery has started producing hand sanitiser, made from spirits through their distillery. It is available to buy directly from their website. As well as the product being available to buy, the Herefordshire based distillery will also be supporting local...
West Mercia Women’s Aid – Service Delivery During The Covid-19 Emergency
West Mercia Women’s Aid (WMWA) are being pro-active in responding to the challenges of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and would like to reassure you that WMWA is making every effort to continue to provide all of their services whilst protecting their staff, stakeholders and...
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Rotherwood Healthcare’s Triple Triumph at The Care Home Awards 2024
Rotherwood Healthcare is thrilled to share its remarkable success at The Care Home Awards 2024, where it clinched three significant accolades: ‘Best for Staff Recruitment and Retention’, ‘Best Use of Care Management Software, and ‘Best...
Talk Explores the Role of Places in the Music we Love.
‘Waterloo Sunset’, ‘New York, New York’, and even ‘A Land Down Under’; some of the most iconic songs of all time have been about specific places. But how do you go about taking the environment you are in, and turning it into a song? The University of Worcester’s Dr...
Leadership consultants launches new podcast focused on business strategy.
Strategus Consulting have launched an exciting new podcast, The Leaders In Strategy Podcast. It offers a unique opportunity for listeners to learn and grow as strategic leaders. Host Mike Harris said: “I am really excited to be doing this. I was looking at how we...
Leadership Consultants Launches Midlands Hub to Focus on Local Clients
In keeping with their 2024 strategic objective of securing 25% of new customers from the local area, leadership consultants Strategus Consulting has opened their new facility, housed in a refurbished stable. Located just north of Worcester, the Hub services clients...
Why is Event Cancellation Insurance important for Music Festivals?
In the vibrant world of music festivals, where the anticipation of unforgettable experiences runs high, the risks associated with planning such large-scale events often go overlooked. At Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers, we understand that while the joy and...
The Crucial Role of User-centric and Fail Fast Approaches in New Product Development
Creating a strong point of differentiation for your product or service in a saturated market remains a tough job. The post-pandemic challenges continue to grow, making it harder for businesses to find new ways to deliver value and connect with their customers. Market...
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