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Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity launches Worcestershire Urology Appeal
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust are developing a new Urology Investigations Unit and Urology Same Day Emergency Care facility at the Alexandra Hospital, Redditch, which will create a dedicated countywide Urology facility. But we need your help to make it the...
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Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity launches Worcestershire Urology Appeal
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust are developing a new Urology Investigations Unit and Urology Same Day Emergency Care facility at the Alexandra Hospital, Redditch, which will create a dedicated countywide Urology facility. But we need your help to make it the...
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Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity launches Worcestershire Urology Appeal
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust are developing a new Urology Investigations Unit and Urology Same Day Emergency Care facility at the Alexandra Hospital, Redditch, which will create a dedicated countywide Urology facility. But we need your help to make it the...
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...
Patron & Strategic News
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...
Double Celebrations for Sue Smith Achieving 25 Years Service & a Promotion
Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers are celebrating the outstanding achievement of Sue Smith at their Head Office in Worcester with 25 years’ service and being promoted to Premier Team Manager. The award-winning professional service by Sutcliffe & Co wouldn’t be...
Chamber News
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce – General Election
Robert Elliot, Director of Business Engagement and Policy – “Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce congratulate the 8 victorious MP’s in our region after last nights election results. We also commend all the unsuccessful candidates for...
Outstanding in Fashion Award – Local entrepreneur celebrates success
Director of LozBoutique, Lorraine Gbadegesin is celebrating a huge win at the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA). Speaking about her experience – “Deeply honored to received the outstanding achievement in fashion award which is an inspiration for us to...
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Welcome new Members!
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: A&S Financial Services – A&S Financial Services are a Redditch based Mortgage Brokers who deal with a comprehensive panel of mortgage lenders and insurance products based on an analysis of a number of insurers....
Welcome new Members!
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: A&S Financial Services – A&S Financial Services are a Redditch based Mortgage Brokers who deal with a comprehensive panel of mortgage lenders and insurance products based on an analysis of a number of insurers....
Policy News
Bank Seeks Further Evidence Before Rate Cut
Reacting to the Bank of England’s latest interest rate decision, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s decision was widely expected, and it’s clear the Bank of England is taking a cautious approach before making a...
UK General Election Announced – 4 July
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced that the United Kingdom will hold a general election on Thursday, 4 July. This decision marks a significant moment in the country’s political landscape as parties prepare to present their visions for the future. In...
Skills News
Boost Recruitment and Retention with ISO 9001
ISO 9001 is known internationally for helping businesses consistently meet customer requirements but is less known for its other benefits like supporting recruitment and retention. Local ISO experts at ISO Quality Services highlight five ways ISO 9001 could help you...
Creating Mentally Healthy Workplaces
Kelly White, Managing Director of Number Fifteen Recruitment, has spent the last three months studying for a Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace, and is now sharing best practice with local employers...
Charity News
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity launches Worcestershire Urology Appeal
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust are developing a new Urology Investigations Unit and Urology Same Day Emergency Care facility at the Alexandra Hospital, Redditch, which will create a dedicated countywide Urology facility. But we need your help to make it the...
Hospice Charity Installs a Garden of Remembrance for the Whole Community this July
Wyre Forest charity KEMP Hospice have launched a garden of celebration and remembrance at Brinton Park, Kidderminster. A collection of butterfly sculptures which supporters have donated and dedicated, has created a stunning art display. Located by the Richard Eve...
BCC: Ready to Collaborate with Labour Government
Director General of the BCC, Shevaun Haviland, has congratulated Labour on its decisive general election victory and pledged to work in partnership with the new Government to boost the economy. She made the promise after Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, officially...
BCC News
BCC: Ready to Collaborate with Labour Government
Director General of the BCC, Shevaun Haviland, has congratulated Labour on its decisive general election victory and pledged to work in partnership with the new Government to boost the economy. She made the promise after Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, officially...
Worcestershire News
40 Years for the SVR’s Kidderminster Town Station
The Severn Valley Railway will celebrate a milestone in its history throughout the weekend of 27 and 28 July, as it marks 40 years since the opening of Kidderminster Town station. Visitors will see the recreation of the very first train to depart the embryonic station...
Visually Impaired Students Visit to Learn about Transition to University
Visually impaired students from local colleges visited the University of Worcester to find out more about the transition to higher education and things to consider. Students from New College Worcester and the Royal National College for the Blind in Hereford attended a...
Herefordshire News
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...
Celtic Marches Redesigns Their Labels
Celtic Marches are a single-estate apple cider producer, nestled in a quiet corner of Herefordshire. All apples used in their ciders are taken from their 200 acre orchards on the family farm in Bishops Frome. Being a family run cider maker, they have full control from...
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Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity launches Worcestershire Urology Appeal
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust are developing a new Urology Investigations Unit and Urology Same Day Emergency Care facility at the Alexandra Hospital, Redditch, which will create a dedicated countywide Urology facility. But we need your help to make it the...
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...
Double Celebrations for Sue Smith Achieving 25 Years Service & a Promotion
Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers are celebrating the outstanding achievement of Sue Smith at their Head Office in Worcester with 25 years’ service and being promoted to Premier Team Manager. The award-winning professional service by Sutcliffe & Co wouldn’t be...
Mann Broadbent Insurance Brokers Launches Dynamic New Website
Mann Broadbent Insurance Brokers has unveiled a new digital experience with the launch of their enhanced website at www.mannbroadbent.co.uk. Having an accessible, user-friendly online presence is crucial for any business but in the fast-paced world of the sport, dance...
University Senior Leader Recognised Nationally for Contribution to Basketball
A senior leader at the University of Worcester has been recognised with a national award honouring his services to basketball. Pro Vice Chancellor Partnerships, Mick Donovan, received the English Basketball Fellowship Jubilee Award: Lifetime Award for Services to...
Graduating Students Give University of Worcester Excellent Marks
The University of Worcester has received glowing praise from its graduating students in the latest National Student Survey, with scores coming in well above the national average in many areas. The University scored a positivity measure of 86.7% for the teaching on its...
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