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University of Worcester Secures Early Approval for Seventh Help to Grow Management Cohort
The University of Worcester has been granted early approval to deliver the latest cohort of the government-funded Help to Grow Management programme. The course, offered by Worcester Business School at the University of Worcester, is a 12-week programme designed to...
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University of Worcester Secures Early Approval for Seventh Help to Grow Management Cohort
The University of Worcester has been granted early approval to deliver the latest cohort of the government-funded Help to Grow Management programme. The course, offered by Worcester Business School at the University of Worcester, is a 12-week programme designed to...
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Students’ Work to Feature in County’s Fire Stations
University of Worcester students’ design work will feature in fire stations across Herefordshire and Worcestershire thanks to a new initiative. Second year Graphic Design students were tasked by Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) to develop...
Midlands-based businesses raise over £5,000 for Motor Neurone Disease Association
Midlands, June 2025 – Three prominent Midlands firms have joined forces in an extraordinary show of solidarity to support a valued colleague diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND), raising vital funds for the Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA). Accountancy...
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Academics Join Forces for Valentine’s Day Talk Giving Insights on Love
As the nation marks Valentine’s Day, experts from the University of Worcester will be looking at the mysteries of love past and present in a special talk. Professor of Early Modern History, Darren Oldridge and Senior Lecturer in Biology, Dr Kate Ashbrook, will be...
Thursfields Solicitors announces the appointment of Scott Vanes as Associate Director, specialising in Private Client Matters.
Thursfields has recently appointed Scott Vanes as Associate Director leading their Wealth Preservation team, operating from their Worcester office. Scott specialises in Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Wealth Preservation matters and is also an Associate member...
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Employment Survey 2020 now open. Take part to receive your free copy of the report
Are you still recruiting despite COVID-19? How will the end of furlough impact your staff levels? What challenges have you faced as a result of moving your team to remote working? The outbreak of COVID-19 and subsequent global pandemic has had a dramatic impact on the...
Chamber Statement to Chancellors Winter Economy Plan
The job support scheme, starting on November 1 will help protect livelihoods, allow businesses to hold onto valued and skilled employees and ease cash flow concerns going into the winter months. Action was needed from government as researched from the latest...
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All non-essential businesses to close as England returns to stricter Lockdown
Announced last night in a television address to the nation, the Prime Minister announced a 3rd national lockdown for England. The announcement comes after a surge in cases and the worry that the NHS may become overwhelmed from the increase in positive results. Primary...
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All non-essential businesses to close as England returns to stricter Lockdown
Announced last night in a television address to the nation, the Prime Minister announced a 3rd national lockdown for England. The announcement comes after a surge in cases and the worry that the NHS may become overwhelmed from the increase in positive results. Primary...
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Ensuring your workplace is Covid-secure
Worcestershire Regulatory Services has been working closely with businesses across all sectors during the pandemic. A lot of focus has been on ensuring that site specific risk assessments are in place and all the activities where there is risk of spreading the virus...
Deck the Wards Christmas Appeal – from Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity
This has been a year like no other in the history of our NHS. As the countdown to Christmas begins, staff at the Alexandra, Kidderminster and Worcestershire Royal Hospitals are still working tirelessly to face the challenge of a second wave of the Covid-19 pandemic...
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Herefordshire software experts to deliver charity training
A Herefordshire-based software company is doing its bit to help combat HIV infection rates among infants in southern Africa. Software experts from Formus Professional Software have stepped in to assist an American charity, the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS...
Hereford Lawyers named in “who’s who” of legal profession
Lawyers at a law firm in Hereford have once again figured strongly as leaders in their field in a national guide considered to be the “who’s who” of legal professionals. The Chambers & Partners legal guide has been helping people find the best Lawyers and law...
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Bridging the Gender Gap in Pensions with Equality for all.
In the 21st century, significant strides have been made toward gender equality in various aspects of society, yet one area remains a persistent battleground: the inequality of women and their pensions. Despite advancements in women’s rights and workforce...
Ballards LLP Welcomes Adam Strand as Senior Project Manager
Ballards LLP welcomes Adam Strand as Senior Project Manager within its IT and Digital Transformation department. With a diverse professional background spanning various industries, Adam brings substantial experience and expertise to augment Ballards’ capacity to...
How You Can Help Acorns Be Stronger Together for Local Children and Families this Christmas
Do something amazing this Christmas and help Acorns Children’s Hospice be there for local families who need it most this holiday season. There are lots of ways you can help the charity be stronger together for families caring for children with life limiting and life...
Christmas Sing Out for Malvern & Worcester Food Banks
On Thursday 23rd November, 180 pupils from Primary Schools around Worcestershire gathered at Malvern St James Girls’ School for the “Big Sing”, a celebration of children’s voices. Each child taking part in the Big Sing was encouraged to bring one or more items to...
Rotherwood Healthcare Announces Partnership with Herefordshire Cricket Ltd
Rotherwood Healthcare, a leading provider of Residential, Nursing, and Dementia Care, is thrilled to announce it is the Official Partner of Herefordshire Cricket Ltd, Herefordshire National Counties First and Development XI playing and training shirts. This...
ROXEL UK Announces Kidderminster Harriers FC Sponsorship
Kidderminster based Roxel UK, a leading manufacturer of tactical propulsion systems is thrilled to announce a dynamic partnership with Kidderminster Harriers FC, one of the leading football clubs in the West Midlands. This exciting collaboration brings together two...
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