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Exhibition at Medical School to Explore Sustainability in PPE
Sustainable personal protective equipment (PPE) in the health service will be the focus of a public lecture and exhibition at Worcester’s new medical school. The exhibition is a showcase of Arts and Humanities Research Council funded research into the development of a...
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Exhibition at Medical School to Explore Sustainability in PPE
Sustainable personal protective equipment (PPE) in the health service will be the focus of a public lecture and exhibition at Worcester’s new medical school. The exhibition is a showcase of Arts and Humanities Research Council funded research into the development of a...
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MARCH/APRIL FILM LISTINGS
Sat 1 Mar, 11am (free pre-activity from 10.30am) PADDINGTON IN PERU (PG) Paddington returns to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. With the Brown Family in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them...
81-year-old University Student set to Graduate Next Week
An 81-year-old student is set to graduate from the University of Worcester next week. Wendy Hill, from Ledbury, is among those graduating on Tuesday (March 4) after completing a Master of Research degree. “My message to other mature people who feel the need to achieve...
Patron & Strategic News
University Wins People’s Award for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The University of Worcester has been named the winner of the People’s Award for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). The Awards, run by Education Estates, recognise those working in the education sector and were announced at a ceremony in Manchester last week. The...
Talk Explores Psychological Strategies to Change Food Choices
From moving the biscuit tin to the top shelf to filling the fridge with fruit and vegetables and throwing out the takeaway menus, most of us have at some stage tried steps to tackle our unhealthy eating habits. Now an expert from the University of Worcester will...
Chamber News
Thursfields helps fast growing RCS Manufacturing Ltd move to Redditch
The commercial property team at Thursfields Solicitors has helped a Birmingham business make a major move to Redditch on the back of the company’s biggest-ever contract win. RCS Manufacturing Ltd has paid £2,862,500 for the freehold of the 54,496 sq ft unit at 18-19...
Change in Chamber President
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce would like to say a huge thank you to Ben Mannion, who has completed his term as Chamber President. We’d also like to welcome Mark Smith, who will be the new Chamber President as of September 28. Ben Mannion...
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Introduction to Sarah Evans – Reel Leadership
Reel Leadership is a specialist leadership development company created by Sarah Evans, who supports leaders to revitalise their engagement and culture so that good people stay, teams are reconnected, and costly mistakes are avoided. Sarah previously held leadership...
Introduction to Sarah Evans – Reel Leadership
Reel Leadership is a specialist leadership development company created by Sarah Evans, who supports leaders to revitalise their engagement and culture so that good people stay, teams are reconnected, and costly mistakes are avoided. Sarah previously held leadership...
Policy News
Landmark skills training report calls for wide-ranging reboot of UK system
A major new report is calling for a root and branch reform of the UK’s training system to help businesses access the skills they need to boost productivity. The final report from the Workplace Training and Development Commission (WTDC), set up by the British Chambers...
Prime Minister announces £1bn UK-India trade deal
The prime minister has announced new trade and investment deals with India worth £1bn. It includes more than £533m of new investment from India into the UK, which is expected to create about 6,000 jobs in growing sectors such as health and technology. The deal...
Skills News
320 people attend Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards 2019 Final
28 of the county’s best apprentices, apprenticeship employers, careers leads, schools and training providers were celebrated in front of 320 people at Treetops Pavilion, West Midlands Safari Park on Thursday 14 November. The event ended with the announcement of the...
Fellowship awarded to popular local businessman and Chair of WLEP
As part of this year’s graduation ceremonies, Mark Stansfeld, local entrepreneur and Chair of the Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (WLEP), was named a Fellow of the University of Worcester following his outstanding work and over 30 years’ experience in his...
Charity News
HAY FESTIVAL AND LVIV BOOKFORUM UNVEIL PARTNERSHIP TO DEFEND FREE EXPRESSION
Ukrainian literature will be brought to a global audience of millions in a new digital partnership announced today between Ukraine’s largest literature festival, Lviv BookForum, and leading literary charity and global ideas platform Hay Festival. Taking place 6-9...
The Courtyard’s children’s mental health project goes digital
The Courtyard Education team are delighted to be relaunching their award winning #TalkAwayDontWalkAway mental health project for children this September. The project, which aims to open up the discussion around mental health with young people, was awarded a Health and...
Call For Evidence Launched By BCC Workplace Equity Commission
A call for evidence has been launched by the British Chambers of Commerce Workplace Equity Commission, urging businesses, stakeholders and interested parties to contribute towards making change happen. The commission includes representatives from the UK and...
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Call For Evidence Launched By BCC Workplace Equity Commission
A call for evidence has been launched by the British Chambers of Commerce Workplace Equity Commission, urging businesses, stakeholders and interested parties to contribute towards making change happen. The commission includes representatives from the UK and...
Worcestershire News
TeenTech Success for Malvern St James Girls’ School
TeenTech is a national innovation competition that invites pupils to invent products that solve real-world problems. Over 1500 pupils entered the competition and, this year, a team from Malvern St James secured first place in the Safety & Security Category,...
Local Support for Wyre Forest Hospice Continues to Grow Thanks to Trueline Products.
Wyre Forest based KEMP Hospice has seen increasing support from the local business community with Kidderminster based Trueline Products the latest company to partner with the charity. Teams of staff are signing up to several fundraising events and the company has...
Herefordshire News
Herefordshire Council Update about Avian Flu
An important update has been shared today about an upcoming change to the The Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) which will come into place on Monday 7 November. This means from 7 November 2022 it is a legal requirement for all bird keepers to keep their birds...
Training Support Aims to Ease Construction Worker Shortage
A major project to support new construction workers across Herefordshire and drive growth in the industry has been launched by a leading education and training charity. The Construction Support Partnership (CSP) will provide tailored training, mentoring and support to...
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University Lecturer’s Diabolical Halloween Talk
A University of Worcester historian will be focusing on the history of the relationship between the Devil and sex in a free public talk on Halloween night. Professor of Early Modern History, Darren Oldridge, will be speaking on the topic, ‘Sex and the Devil’, at The...
November Cinema Listings
FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL UK Fri 1 & Mon 4 The Tasting / La Dégustation (15) With his wine business on the brink of bankruptcy Jacques (Bernard Campan) who is divorced, disgruntled and in his fifties, does not have much to smile about. Not feeling quite particularly...
The SVR’s Autumn Diesel Bash goes down well
The Severn Valley Railway has plenty of reasons to be cheerful, after the smooth running and strong attendance at its Autumn Diesel Bash, which took place between 3 and 6 October. In what was billed as ‘an almighty celebration of heritage diesels’, highlights included...
Dogs are Welcome in the Cinema at The Courtyard’s Dog Friendly Halloween Screening
Saturday 26 October, 11am Following the huge success of its dog friendly screenings, The Courtyard is thrilled to announce a further dog friendly screening of Scooby Doo (2002, PG) on Saturday 26 October at 11am. In Scooby Doo (2002, PG) after an acrimonious break up,...
Sustainability in Focus: Why Refurbished Mobile Welfare Units Are the Smart Choice
Sustainability is a growing priority for businesses across all sectors, and every decision counts when it comes to reducing our environmental footprint. One area where companies can make a significant difference is in their choice of mobile welfare units—essential...
Wyevale Nurseries’ Sales & Marketing Director Kersten Catella to be keynote speaker at Women in Horticulture event
HEREFORD-based Wyevale Nurseries’ Sales and Marketing Director Kersten Catella has been selected to speak about her industry experience and leadership role at an inspirational ‘Women in Horticulture’ event next month (November 2024). Kersten will be joining CEO of the...
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