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University Research Backs Innovative Prison Scheme to Break Cycle of Reoffending
Experts from the University of Worcester have been working with men recently released from prison to evaluate the impact of an innovative rehabilitation programme centred around fitness. Their report on the pilot scheme could help make the case for rolling the...
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University Research Backs Innovative Prison Scheme to Break Cycle of Reoffending
Experts from the University of Worcester have been working with men recently released from prison to evaluate the impact of an innovative rehabilitation programme centred around fitness. Their report on the pilot scheme could help make the case for rolling the...
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Ballards LLP steers sale of Harrold Jones Services to Ventro Group
In the image L-R : James Maynell – Partner Ballards LLP, Hashim Hafeez – Associate Director Ballards LLP and Rich Grover – Corporate Finance Partner Ballards LLP Ballards LLP has advised Harrold Jones Services (HJS) on its sale to Ventro Group,...
PB Signs: Worcestershire’s Leaders in Creative, Bespoke Signage
PB Signs are leading the way in Worcestershire for creativity and cutting-edge production. Founded in 2009 and based in Malvern, the team design, produce and install standout signage and print for organisations of all sizes – from local SMEs to national brands. Carl...
Patron & Strategic News
University Academic Helps Brings Ukrainian Shakespeare Play to Stage
A University of Worcester academic has helped bring to the stage the world premiere of a Ukrainian play based on Shakespeare’s Othello, that explores aspects of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Professor of Shakespeare Studies, Nicoleta Cinpoeş, in her role as...
Parents and Carers of University Students Invited to Talk
A free online talk will help parents and carers of students heading off to university this September. The event, held by the University of Worcester on Thursday July 3, will cover a range of areas and is available to anyone, wherever their young person is going to...
Chamber News
BCC Calls for Action as Exports Remain In Limbo
Percentage of UK businesses reporting increased export sales remains flat for the 5th quarter in a row at 29% A quarter (25%) of exporters saw decreased sales, while 46% report no change Concerns over manufacturing recovery as exporters report unprecedented cost...
Hospice hosts summer fun to recruit shop volunteers
A Worcestershire-based hospice is holding summer fun events encouraging people to join their volunteer team in the charity’s 18 shops around the county. St Richard’s Hospice is holding summer fun events at three of their St Richard’s charity shops in Bewdley,...
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Introducing Little Kitty’s VA Services
Little Kitty’s VA Services is a Virtual Assistant business that is dedicated to assisting small business owners providing administration services to enable you to focus on the more important business aspects. By providing day to day administrative support we can...
Introducing Little Kitty’s VA Services
Little Kitty’s VA Services is a Virtual Assistant business that is dedicated to assisting small business owners providing administration services to enable you to focus on the more important business aspects. By providing day to day administrative support we can...
Policy News
Business Secretary launches major overhaul of UK’s audit regime in wake of big-name company collapses
Major new reforms to the UK’s audit regime will aim to safeguard British jobs, avoid company failures and reinforce the UK’s reputation as a world-leading destination for investment, the Business Secretary has announced (Thursday 18 March). The UK is consistently...
Economic Conference gives update on business challenges
The Economic conference held earlier this week gave attendees an exclusive first look of the Chambers Business Manifesto, which outlines the key areas the Chamber will be focussing its policy and efforts to support businesses throughout the year. The event also saw a...
Skills News
GLP training praised by Ofsted inspectors
A national training provider based in Worcestershire has impressed education watchdogs in their first ever Ofsted inspection. GLP Training, which employs a team of 48 training and development experts, was praised by inspectors for its work in creating bespoke,...
Charity News
Headway Worcestershire have a vacancy for a Volunteer Treasurer
Local charity Headway Worcestershire are seeking a new team member – and hope you can help? Headway Worcestershire support people affected by acquired brain injury across Worcestershire and seek a new Volunteer Treasurer to add to their team. They say: What are we...
Summer Concert Set to Impress!
Tickets for the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity Summer Concert taking place on Saturday 6th August 2022 at Sixways Stadium Worcester are now just £15! This fabulous event features the D Day Darlings, Tenuto as well as other fantastic support acts. Guests will...
Inflation Dips but Price Pressures on Business Remain
Reacting to the latest inflation data released this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s slight dip in the inflation rate is welcome but it’s not a game-changer. Underlying price pressures within the economy...
BCC News
Inflation Dips but Price Pressures on Business Remain
Reacting to the latest inflation data released this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s slight dip in the inflation rate is welcome but it’s not a game-changer. Underlying price pressures within the economy...
Worcestershire News
Community Housing Technology Enabled Care Service
TECS stands for Technology Enabled Care Services Historically, TECS has consisted largely of telecare and telehealth. Telecare is a monitoring service that provides support and assistance using information and communication technology. It is the continuous, automatic...
BioPak launch sustainability initiative to make English football greener with Birmingham County FA
To celebrate Earth Day (22nd April), Birmingham County FA’s award winning ‘Save Today, Play Tomorrow’ programme has launched a new sustainability initiative to bring more sustainable food and drink packaging to football clubs across the West Midlands. The...
Herefordshire News
Residents spend £845K with Herefordshire Shop Local cards
People in Herefordshire have spent more than £845,000 using cards aimed at encouraging local shopping. The county council offered households a free Shop Local card, giving each one £25 to spend in stores in the area. Nearly 60,000 out of 90,000 eligible households...
Hay Festival unveils free in-person Programme for Schools alongside Beacons Project and new student ticket offer
Hay Festival has today revealed the free Programme for Schools for this spring’s edition, bringing writers and young readers together in-person and online for a series of inspiring interactive activities and workshops, 26-27 May, ahead of the main programme 26 May-5...
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Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Local Excellence at 2025 Business Awards
On 12 June 2025, the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted its prestigious Annual Business Awards at the University Arena in Worcester. The event, generously sponsored by Herefordshire Council and Worcestershire County Council, brought...
Trio complete training contracts at Worcestershire law firm
Three up and coming lawyers are celebrating after completing their training contracts with Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors. Solicitors Sufyaan Aslim, Lucy Palmer and Molly Wall have now been appointed into full-time positions at the law firm having completed...
Worcestershire firm donates to local foodbank in celebration of International Pineapple Day
A Worcestershire recruitment firm has donated 50 fresh pineapples and dozens of tins of fruit to a local foodbank to help celebrate International Pineapple Day. Staff at Worcester-based Pineapple Recruitment, which specialises in providing staff for the hospitality...
Make Strides – A Digital-First Learning and Development Company
Make Strides is a digital-first learning and development company, helping people and organisations grow with purpose, clarity, and confidence. We specialise in early careers and leadership development, offering bite-size, engaging and accredited digital programmes...
Isaac’s Charity Gala
The Friends of Isaac’s Food Bank Black-Tie Gala charity evening takes place on Friday July 4, 2025 at Redditch United Football Club. Friends of Isaac’s Food Bank is becoming a well-known name in the local community of Redditch. Born out of an idea nearly five years...
Unemployment Up As Business Costs Rise
Responding to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “The increase in employment costs for business appears to be starting to bite with today’s data...
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