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Midlands mums reminded of contact rights as Mother’s Day looms

Midlands mums reminded of contact rights as Mother’s Day looms

Mothers are being reminded that their children have the right to spend time with them if they so wish, particularly on special occasions. As Mother’s Day approaches on 15 March, respected family lawyer Katherine Tippetts is warning mums in advance that they need to...

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What’s going on? Chamber Business Expo 2022

What’s going on? Chamber Business Expo 2022

The Chamber Business Expo, sponsored by Hewett Recruitment, will return to the Three Counties Showground, Malvern on Thursday 10 March. The events and seminars have been locked in, stands sold out and over 700 people are expected to attend the Expo throughout the day...

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Helping shape future business support

Helping shape future business support

As part of the Chamber’s responsibility to represent the views of local businesses, I am pleased to announce our latest Quarterly Economic Survey is now open. The survey and subsequent report will provide a useful snapshot of the local economy and will inform the...

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Which businesses can open on Saturday 4th July?

Which businesses can open on Saturday 4th July?

The government have created a list of businesses and venues that can reopen from Saturday 4th of July. Information and guidance has also been provided in regards to re-opening safely for specific sectors and services. To read the full guidance click...

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New plans to get Britain building in coronavirus recovery

New plans to get Britain building in coronavirus recovery

The government have introduced measures to help the construction industry boost building and return to work safely. Government to extend planning permission deadlines, saving hundreds of construction projects’ permissions from expiring Planning appeals will be sped up...

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Surviving Winter 2021/2022 call for donations

Surviving Winter 2021/2022 call for donations

The Herefordshire Community Foundation has launched its Surviving Winter campaign for 2021/2022.  The Surviving Winter Fund distributes money to help people living in Herefordshire in fuel poverty to stay warm, eat well and remain mobile. The Government’s winter fuel...

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UK Government Reshuffle

UK Government Reshuffle

On Monday morning, the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak MP began the first major reshuffle of his government. With the main media focus on the sacking of Home Secretary Suella Braverman and the appointment of former Prime Minister David Cameron to the position of Foreign...

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UK Government Reshuffle

On Monday morning, the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak MP began the first major reshuffle of his government. With the main media focus on the sacking of Home Secretary Suella Braverman and the appointment of former Prime Minister David Cameron to the position of Foreign...

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Worcestershire News

University Graduate Releases First Poetry Collection

University Graduate Releases First Poetry Collection

A former University of Worcester student, who became the youngest ever Worcestershire Poet Laureate last year, has published her first collection of poetry. Rhianna Levi’s book Mortal Veins features poems that look at aspects of humanity and emotions. “It’s going...

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Chamber Business Awards celebrates the best of local business

Chamber Business Awards celebrates the best of local business

The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce were delighted to welcome guests back for the in-person Chamber Business Awards 2021, sponsored by Folk2Folk, for a dazzling display at the Worcester Arena. Hosted by Magician Ben Hanlin, the Awards welcomed...

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LPT moves into its new home

LPT moves into its new home

Located in the heart of Hereford, LPT’s home houses a custom-built wig-fitting salon and a designated space that now allows the charity to physically knot the real hair wigs that make such a difference to their young recipients. The site also has a conference room...

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Exhibition at Medical School to Explore Sustainability in PPE

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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Costs Pressures Hitting Workforce Growth

Costs Pressures Hitting Workforce Growth

The proportion of firms who have increased their workforce falls to a fifth (20%) from 24% in Q4 2024, while 17% report a decline in their workforce 73% of firms say labour costs are creating pressure to put up prices Of those attempting to recruit, 76% of firms faced...

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Hop & Shop: A Family Easter Adventure Around Worcester!

Hop & Shop: A Family Easter Adventure Around Worcester!

Looking for something fun to do with the kids this Easter? Grab your bunny ears and join Worcester’s very own Hop & Shop trail – a fun Easter activity for families! From Saturday 12th April to Sunday 27th April, children can hop around Worcester, visiting...

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Leadership Consultancy has best ever month for orders.

Leadership Consultancy has best ever month for orders.

Award winning Business consultants Strategus Consulting are excited to announce that March has been their best ever month for Orders. Key orders include: 1. Business Coaching for the partner of a leading construction consultancy. 2. Bid SMART training & support...

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