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UAE DIGITAL CARNETS
Whilst the UAE Digital Carnet scheme is broadly the same in all regions, there will be slight differences. For instance, the UAE scheme While standard international carnets last up to a year, the UAE typically limits temporary importation under a carnet to six...
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UAE DIGITAL CARNETS
Whilst the UAE Digital Carnet scheme is broadly the same in all regions, there will be slight differences. For instance, the UAE scheme While standard international carnets last up to a year, the UAE typically limits temporary importation under a carnet to six...
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Skills shortages and burnout pose challenges for the financial sector
The commercial finance and accountancy sector is facing a deepening talent problem that could threaten growth and long-term business resilience unless employers rethink their recruitment and retention strategies, says an industry specialist. The warning has come from...
Growing nutrition firm moves into new Redditch manufacturing base, aided by John Truslove
Health supplements business Ethical Nutrition is opening its first manufacturing site in Redditch after securing premises through commercial property agency John Truslove. It is a major development for the family business, launched by cancer survivor Grace Carter and...
Patron & Strategic News
Marathon Efforts Step Up as University Fundraising Total Exceeds £80K
The University of Worcester’s fundraising drive has surged beyond the £80,000 mark, as two colleagues enter the final stages of training for next month’s London Marathon in support of students facing financial hardship. Chris Garratt, Deputy Chief Information Officer...
University of Worcester Netball Crowned National Trophy Champions
The University of Worcester’s Netball team is celebrating a landmark achievement, after winning their National Trophy Final and securing their place as champions. Their victory marks an extraordinary moment for the squad, who reached the final for the first time in a...
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Over £30,000 raised for St Michael’s Hospice during RUN Hereford
Hundreds of runners descended on Hereford for one of the city’s largest multi-distance running events. In bright sunshine, more than 600 runners took part in Sunday’s RUN Hereford at the city’s Livestock Market, competing in either a 5K, 10K or Half Marathon....
Wildgoose Rural Training have been shortlisted to receive funding from the People’s Project
Wildgoose Rural Training are delighted to have been shortlisted to receive funding from the People’s Project. Five projects in the west midlands have been shortlisted and a short film will be shown about each project on ITV Central news between Monday 15th and...
Devolution Plans must Deliver on Local Economic Growth
After the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill was introduced to Parliament today, Jonny Haseldine, Head of Corporate Governance and Business Environment Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will welcome further devolution to...
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Devolution Plans must Deliver on Local Economic Growth
After the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill was introduced to Parliament today, Jonny Haseldine, Head of Corporate Governance and Business Environment Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will welcome further devolution to...
Worcestershire News
Centenary Lounge Host International Visitors
Centenary Lounge in Worcester recently hosted a special group of international visitors from Georgia, USA, treating them to a classic afternoon tea. The group of eleven were visiting the Museum of Royal Worcester and included Lorna Reeves, Editor of American Teatime...
The Worcestershire LEP to continue delivering 20-year strategy for Worcestershire
The Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) has confirmed that it will continue its operations in support of the delivery of its 20-year strategy for the county. The Worcestershire LEP Board, chaired by Paul Walker MBE, is keen to reassure the local...
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A Fresh Take on AI: A Practical Approach to Modern Marketing
AI is the business buzzword of 2026, but how do professionals feel about AI? There’s a growing sense of curiosity around what AI can do for us, but there’s also hesitation around its reliability and what happens when we become too dependent on the intelligence. As...
Free professional resource for tree selection, planting & climate resilience released
WYEVALE Nurseries in Hereford has released a new free to download Tree Technical Guide – a resource designed specifically for the amenity industry and garden centre plantaria staff (February 2026). The publication consolidates expert practical knowledge with...
New Plan Needed As Fresh Tariff Pain Hits
The British Chambers of Commerce is urging the government to adopt its six-point plan to support UK exporters as the US President’s new 15 per cent tariff kicks in. Thousands of British businesses are expected to be worse off as they see the tariff paid on their...
Give to gain and the rise of flexible marketing
International Women’s Day often focuses on confidence and visibility as well as representation. All important. But this year’s theme, Give to Gain, feels practical. If you create the right environment for people to grow and share knowledge, the business benefits too....
Implementing Neuroinclusive Practices in the Workplace: Live Panel Discussion Brings Together Local Champions of Inclusion for Neurodiversity Celebration Week
‘Implementing Neuroinclusive Practices in the Workplace’, a live panel discussion for Neurodiversity Celebration Week, will bring together passionate professionals who are actively driving inclusion in their practice. Cath Darwen, Business Engagement and Support...
Suzanne Richards to Receive Honorary Doctorate and Honorary Fellowship at the University of Worcester
The mother of a student who died in a terrorist attack before he could complete his studies is to be awarded both an Honorary Doctorate and Honorary Fellowship from her son’s university. Suzanne Richards MBE, mother of Joel Richards, will receive her awards at this...
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