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Worcester Graduate Helping Schools to be Greener

Worcester Graduate Helping Schools to be Greener

Two decades after graduating, a former Worcester student is helping schools across England deliver on the Government’s ambition to embed sustainability into the national curriculum. Edd Moore, who graduated in 2005, has since led multiple schools to national and...

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Worcester Graduate Helping Schools to be Greener

Two decades after graduating, a former Worcester student is helping schools across England deliver on the Government’s ambition to embed sustainability into the national curriculum. Edd Moore, who graduated in 2005, has since led multiple schools to national and...

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Print Advertising is not dead yet!

Print Advertising is not dead yet!

‘Print is dead’ often echoes through marketing circles – even more so since digital became the predominant way to advertise – says Ruby Edwards, owner of Marketing Agency You Do Better Ltd. Ruby explains: “However, for businesses like client...

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Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence: ACRS Marks a Milestone

Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence: ACRS Marks a Milestone

This year, ACRS Ltd proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary, marking a remarkable journey from a small startup to a trusted name in air conditioning and refrigeration across Worcestershire, Herefordshire, and Warwickshire. Founded in 2000 by husband-and-wife team...

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Boost Recruitment and Retention with ISO 9001

Boost Recruitment and Retention with ISO 9001

ISO 9001 is known internationally for helping businesses consistently meet customer requirements but is less known for its other benefits like supporting recruitment and retention. Local ISO experts at ISO Quality Services highlight five ways ISO 9001 could help you...

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How smaller retailers can avoid spending more than they have to

How smaller retailers can avoid spending more than they have to

The outlook is tough; however here’s one simple step to control your outgoings We have all heard about how the high street is under immense pressure, with smaller retailers taking the brunt of the impact of challenging trading conditions. The shift to online shopping,...

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A straightforward business solution in a complicated world

A straightforward business solution in a complicated world

If the last couple of years has taught us anything, it’s that businesses need to expect the unexpected. A period of massive political and economic change has meant trading has been extremely difficult, in particular for small- and medium-sized firms, who will have...

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A straightforward business solution in a complicated world

If the last couple of years has taught us anything, it’s that businesses need to expect the unexpected. A period of massive political and economic change has meant trading has been extremely difficult, in particular for small- and medium-sized firms, who will have...

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£9k grant funding available to Cleantech innovators

£9k grant funding available to Cleantech innovators

Innovators and businesses taking part in an industry-first Cleantech bootcamp in Wyre Forest will be able to access grant support worth up to £9,000 to help bring their innovations to life. The grant, which can be used for a range of purposes including marketing...

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Free Age-Friendly Support for Employers

Free Age-Friendly Support for Employers

Employers in the Malvern Hills and Wychavon Districts of Worcestershire can benefit from free support to help them become more age-friendly employers. Helen Astill of Cherington HR has been appointed to run some free workshops and provide 1:1 support for local...

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Herefordshire News

Huge range of help available to boost Marches export drive

Huge range of help available to boost Marches export drive

A comprehensive series of workshops to help new and inexperienced exporters break into overseas markets has been created for businesses in the Marches. The Export Academy says the programme – covering getting goods to market, digital marketing, market research and...

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The Hereford Times’ Food & Farming Awards 2021

The Hereford Times’ Food & Farming Awards 2021

The Hereford Times is delighted to announce the Hereford Times Food and Farming Awards 2021. The awards are a celebration of our proud agricultural sector, and recognise the hard work done day in and day out by farmers, food producers and food retailers across...

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Mike Keel to retire as St Michael’s Hospice Chief Executive

Mike Keel to retire as St Michael’s Hospice Chief Executive

The Chief Executive of St Michael’s Hospice has announced his retirement after eight years at the helm. Mike Keel will leave his role at the Bartestree-based Hospice at the end of this month. During his tenure, Mr Keel has overseen the charity’s extended reach to the...

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Shaw Trust Referral onto WHP Pioneer

Shaw Trust Referral onto WHP Pioneer

GOOD NEWS STORY Redditch participant signed up to our Shaw Trust Pioneer Programme as needed support to search and apply for jobs. On first meeting with their Pioneer Employment Advisor the participant attended with his mum who was quite negative towards her...

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Pressure Of Interest Rates On Business Revealed 

Pressure Of Interest Rates On Business Revealed 

BCC survey of more than 1,000 UK businesses finds one third (33%) are negatively impacted by the current Bank of England interest rate.   Small and mid-sized firms (39%), manufacturers (36%) and business to consumer firms (37%) are more likely to report a...

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