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Landscapers win bronze at RHS Malvern Spring Festival
A Rubery business has won a prestigious medal at this year’s RHS Malvern Spring Festival. F.B & Sons, Lawns and Landscapes designed a garden for Primrose Hospice & Family Support Centre in Bromsgrove; the garden is now being relocated to the Hospice gardens...
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Landscapers win bronze at RHS Malvern Spring Festival
A Rubery business has won a prestigious medal at this year’s RHS Malvern Spring Festival. F.B & Sons, Lawns and Landscapes designed a garden for Primrose Hospice & Family Support Centre in Bromsgrove; the garden is now being relocated to the Hospice gardens...
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What Businesses Need to Know About Child Employment Laws in the UK
Child employment laws in the UK are designed to protect young workers while ensuring their education and well-being are prioritised. Businesses must understand these regulations to remain compliant and offer valuable work experiences. Children can begin working...
Courtyard install aquarium for the summer
The Courtyard is delighted to announce a temporary aquarium will be installed in its Gallery for families to visit for free this summer. To celebrate a year of animal themed productions (The Jungle Book and Animal Farm), The Courtyard is turning its top floor gallery...
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Ending on a High Note; Fundraiser Completes Final Challenge in Memory of his Daughters.
A former University of Worcester student has signed off from his prolific fundraising career with an intense physical challenge raising thousands for charity. 55-year-old Tony Frobisher climbed Scafell Pike and then cycled 200 miles across the Lake District and into...
Hayward Wright recruits new team member to drive growth in Worcestershire
Leading Worcestershire-based accountancy firm, Hayward Wright, has recruited Daniel Lewis to join their team to help lead and grow its Worcester office. Lewis joins Hayward Wright following his time in industry as financial controller for Ultra PCS, a...
Chamber News
‘Plan B’ announced in latest government briefing
On Wednesday 8 December, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that the country will be moving forward with the governments ‘Plan B’ back-up plan Covid restrictions as a result of rising Omicron cases. From Friday 10 December – Face masks will be...
Looking ahead at the changes for import procedures coming into play in January 2022
UK businesses involved in international trade have had to manage a lot of change over the last year. For those expressly involved with moving goods between the EU and the UK, this change continues to evolve, and businesses will need to keep pace and be compliant. The...
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UK enforces strict ‘stay at home’ measures – businesses to close
In a moment of ‘national emergency’ the Prime Minister delivered a poignant address last night to the nation ordering people to stay at home and for the immediate closure of non-essential businesses and premises. These restrictions will be under constant review and...
Further support for businesses announced by the government
In an ever changing environment the government announced over the weekend more support measures to support businesses across the UK. It will pay 80% of salary for staff who are kept on by their employer, covering wages of up to £2,500 per employee. It is hoped that...
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Charity News
Norah the dog steals the show in Covid-safe performance for care homes
Worcester-based Vamos Theatre’s recent Covid-safe tour of care homes, Love Through Double Glazing, has proved a huge success with residents and staff. The show, which included performances at care homes in and around Worcestershire, the West Midlands and Warwickshire,...
2Faced Dance launches Futures Fund
Hereford’s 2Faced Dance Company, who recently announced Arlene Phillips CBE as their new Patron, today launches a new fundraising campaign; the Futures Fund, to help secure and build the future of the organisation. The aim of the Futures Fund is to provide sustainable...
UK SMEs struggling to manage digital services amidst mounting economic challenges
37% of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) believe they lack capacity to manage multiple ICT suppliers, contracts, and licences as they try to stay afloat in the challenging economic environment Quarter of SMEs (25%) feel their current digital tools are not resilient...
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UK SMEs struggling to manage digital services amidst mounting economic challenges
37% of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) believe they lack capacity to manage multiple ICT suppliers, contracts, and licences as they try to stay afloat in the challenging economic environment Quarter of SMEs (25%) feel their current digital tools are not resilient...
Worcestershire News
Worcester City Run – Business Breakfast
We’re delighted to invite you to a Business Breakfast with an ‘active twist’. The Worcester City Run team are hosting a special showcase event at Wildwood Restaurant, Crowngate Feb 24th 0800-1000. The perfect start to your Friday, lace up the shoes and come for a Jog...
Redhill Manufacturing moves to purpose-built new premises
It’s good news from Redhill as the Redditch-based manufacturing company is now fully operational from new, fully equipped, purpose-built premises located at Lakeside Industrial Estate. The move comes following a major fire at the company’s premises in May 2022,...
Herefordshire News
Music Café for Armed Forces Veterans living with dementia at The Courtyard
The Courtyard’s resident orchestra, Orchestra of the Swan will be hosting a weekly music café at The Courtyard for Armed Forces Veterans living with dementia. Café Muse is an initiative to allow veterans living with dementia the opportunity to meet and take part in a...
Technical Sales Job Opportunity with Leading Edge Power
This is an exciting opportunity to build a successful sales team and reap the financial rewards that go with it. Your job will be to promote and sell Leading Edge products to new and existing customers. You will need to build a detailed customer database and have a...
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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...
Restored Severn Valley Railway Carriage is ‘a Credit to the Team’
The Severn Valley Railway is celebrating the passion and skills of its volunteers, as the almost restored LNER Gresley teak carriage 43612 was rolled out of the paintshop at Bewdley. A team of 25 volunteers has dedicated more than 6,000 hours to the restoration of the...
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