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University Bids Farewell to ‘Lovely Sue’
A much-loved colleague of the University of Worcester has retired after 38 years of loyal and dedicated service. Sue Hudson, known as ‘Sue My Lovely’ to colleagues, students and visitors because of the friendly way she greets people, began her career at what was then...
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University Bids Farewell to ‘Lovely Sue’
A much-loved colleague of the University of Worcester has retired after 38 years of loyal and dedicated service. Sue Hudson, known as ‘Sue My Lovely’ to colleagues, students and visitors because of the friendly way she greets people, began her career at what was then...
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SUTCLIFFE & CO CROWNED SME OF THE YEAR AT SOUTH WEST BUSINESS & COMMUNITY AWARDS
Worcester based Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers, are celebrating being crowned ‘SME of the Year 2026’ at the coveted South West Business & Community Awards. Having been shortlisted in three categories, Employer of the Year, SME of the Year and Outstanding...
Top Insurance Employer Award for Sutcliffe & Co for fourth year running
Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers are celebrating being named a ‘Top Insurance Employer 2026’ by Insurance Business UK (IBUK) Magazine for the fourth year in a row. These established awards highlight excellence within the insurance industry, naming standout...
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Village Hall Gets Digibus Visit
Wollaston Village Hall is getting set to welcome Halesowen College’s state-of-the-art digital bus CEDRIC for an exciting Digital Drop-in session. This event will be hosted at Wollaston Village Hall on Wednesday 25th February, between 10am and 3.30pm. CEDRIC (acronym...
University Lecturer Co‑Edits New Anthology Supporting Carers
A University of Worcester lecturer has co-edited a new anthology exploring the realities of caregiving, with all proceeds being donated to a vital local charity. Craft of Care, collated and edited by Dr Charley Barnes from the University of Worcester alongside fellow...
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Labour Market Pressures Bearing Down on Firms
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 labour market continues to be a significant pressure bearing down on businesses of all sizes....
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Labour Market Pressures Bearing Down on Firms
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 labour market continues to be a significant pressure bearing down on businesses of all sizes....
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Steve Perera from Britannic Place has been voted Top Rated Adviser in the VouchedFor Top Rated Guide for 2023 for the second year in a row!
VouchedFor released its Top Rated Guide for 2023 on Saturday. The guide, distributed by The Times, aims to identify and celebrate the UK’s best financial advice advisers and firms, all based on client feedback. For those who may not have heard of VouchedFor, it’s an...
New Unico White Paper Addresses Air Conditioning Choices and Performance
A new White Paper from Unico System UK examines the relative performance of traditional air conditioning systems in comparison with the company’s own Small Duct High Velocity (SDHV) technology. Essential reading for building professionals, the 16-page...
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Winter Diesel Day at the Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) is set to round off 2025 in style with the return of its popular Winter Diesel Day on Monday 29 December, offering a full day of powerful diesel action set against the scenic backdrop of the Severn Valley on a crisp winter’s day....
Severn Valley Railway kicks off 2026 with a winter celebration of steam
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) will welcome the New Year in spectacular style as its popular Winter Steam Gala returns on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 January 2026, offering an unmissable two-day festival of steam at a time of year when few heritage railways are in full...
Five Years of Festive Support: Linden Homes Backs KEMP Hospice Christmas Tree Collection.
KEMP Hospice is delighted to announce that Linden Homes are once again generously supporting their annual Christmas Tree Collection – marking an incredible five years of support from the award-winning home builder. Linden Homes have generously donated £2,000 to KEMP...
Speller Metcalfe: Building Excellence Across Worcestershire and Herefordshire
Speller Metcalfe is a leading regional construction company with deep roots in Worcestershire and Herefordshire, and a proud heritage spanning 30 years. Established in 1995, the business has grown into an award-winning contractor delivering complex, high-quality...
NMITE AND THE BRITISH ARMY ANNOUNCE AGREEMENT TO LAUNCH REVOLUTIONARY UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE IN AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS
The New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) has reached a landmark agreement with the UK Armed Forces to develop a groundbreaking new undergraduate degree in Autonomous Systems which will be set to welcome its first students in September 2026. Built...
Hamnet Puts Herefordshire in the Global Spotlight – Here’s How Your Business Can Get Involved
Herefordshire is stepping onto the world stage, and local businesses have a unique opportunity to be part of something truly special. Global buzz is building around Hamnet, the beautifully crafted film adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s award-winning novel. Directed by...
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