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Visually Impaired Students Learn about Transition to University on Visit
Visually impaired students from local colleges visited the University of Worcester to find out more about the transition to higher education and things to consider when making that next step. Students from New College Worcester and the Royal National College for the...
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Visually Impaired Students Learn about Transition to University on Visit
Visually impaired students from local colleges visited the University of Worcester to find out more about the transition to higher education and things to consider when making that next step. Students from New College Worcester and the Royal National College for the...
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Are Your Workplace Policies Still Fit for Purpose in 2026?
For many businesses, policies are something that get written, filed away, and only revisited when there’s an issue. But in reality, policies should be living, working documents that actively support both your people and your business. With ongoing changes in...
Menopause in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Be Aware of in 2026
Awareness of menopause in the workplace has grown significantly in recent years, and with that has come increased expectations on employers. For many businesses, this is still a relatively new area to navigate. However, it is becoming increasingly important from both...
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Law firm mfg Solicitors unveil new Tax and Succession Planning division
Regional law firm mfg Solicitors has announced the launch of a dedicated division which will support clients in navigating complex tax and succession planning matters. The firm has unveiled its new Tax and Succession Planning division which will be led by Partner and...
Graduate’s Debut Novel Shines Light on Care Sector
A novel written by a University of Worcester graduate has gone on sale through a national book retailer. Best Before: The Short Shelf Life, is the first novel published by Trudi Holland, who writes under the pen name DD Holland. It is a social comedy exploring life...
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COP28: An Overview
COP 28 refers to the United Nations Climate Change Conference, which took place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from 30 November until 12 December 2023. UN Climate Change conferences (or COPs) take place every year, and are the world’s only multilateral...
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COP28: An Overview
COP 28 refers to the United Nations Climate Change Conference, which took place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from 30 November until 12 December 2023. UN Climate Change conferences (or COPs) take place every year, and are the world’s only multilateral...
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Recruitment Static as Firms Assess NI Impact
Recruitment remains static with 55% of firms attempting to hire staff in the last three months (compared with 54% in Q1) Hiring remains challenging despite some respite, with 73% of firms reporting difficulties in Q2 (76% in Q1) Transport and logistics (80%) and...
Fisher German scoops top training award
A leading property consultancy is celebrating winning a prestigious award for its innovative approach to employee development at the British Training Awards. Fisher German, which has 26 offices across the UK, has been crowned Professional Services Initiative of the...
Midwifery Student Takes on London Marathon for Baby Charity
A student midwife from Malvern is preparing for the world-famous London Marathon next year. Izzy Fisher, a student at the University of Worcester, will take on the 26.2-mile run around the capital in April 2026 as she raises funds for Tommy’s, the pregnancy and baby...
From Breathwork to a Broader Calling: Bev’s Journey of Growth and Clarity
When Bev first launched Alviva Coaching, she envisioned small, soul-soothing breathwork sessions—safe spaces for people to pause, breathe, and reconnect. Like many purpose-driven entrepreneurs, she poured her heart into setting up the foundations: attending networking...
Bromsgrove District Local Plan – Draft Development Strategy Consultation 30th June – 22nd September
Regulation 18 of the Town and Country (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2012 Bromsgrove District Council is in the process of reviewing and replacing the Bromsgrove District Plan (adopted January 2017), which will set out where new housing, employment and other...
UK Trade Stabilises After Tariff Hit
Responding to the latest ONS data on trade, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “UK trade showed signs of stabilising in May as the initial impact of higher US tariffs began to subside. “Services exports and imports showed steady month on month...
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