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‘Flying Scotsman’ to reunite the Severn Valley Railway line
The world’s most famous steam locomotive 60103 ‘Flying Scotsman’ will haul the first passenger train along the full length of the 16-mile Severn Valley Railway line, when the northernmost section is reunited with the rest of the line on Friday 25 July. Work is now...
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‘Flying Scotsman’ to reunite the Severn Valley Railway line
The world’s most famous steam locomotive 60103 ‘Flying Scotsman’ will haul the first passenger train along the full length of the 16-mile Severn Valley Railway line, when the northernmost section is reunited with the rest of the line on Friday 25 July. Work is now...
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University of Worcester Shortlisted for Student Nursing Times Award
The training and education of nursing associates at the University of Worcester has been recognised with a shortlisting in this year’s Student Nursing Times Awards. The University is in the running for the prestigious Nursing Associate Training Programme Provider of...
The Spire Appeal Project at St John’s Church, Bromsgrove: Restoration Works Begin
Friends of St John’s is excited to announce that the much-anticipated restoration works to the church’s iconic spire have officially begun. This marks the start of the Spire Appeal Project, a restoration project made possible with support from The National Lottery...
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Employers Warned to be Prepared for Raft of Legal Changes to Workplace Policies
One of the county’s top employment lawyers is warning businesses to be prepared for a raft of legislative changes that will transform workplace policies and pay, and see workers given additional rights. The warning has come from employment specialist Sally Morris,...
Legal success as newly qualified solicitor takes on permanent role
A promising Wyre Forest solicitor is celebrating after becoming a fully qualified lawyer. Lawyer Amelia Edwards has now completed her 18-month training contract at law firm mfg Solicitors, having worked at the firm for 12 months prior to the commencement of her...
Chamber News
Promising stats show signs of economic recovery
The reopening of the economy in May 2021 saw the return of customers to retail stores and non-essential shops as footfall showed sharp increase in line with step 3 of the government’s roadmap to recovery. Data released recently from the month of May showed a more...
Chamber sign up for ‘We See You Campaign’ to spotlight hidden disabilities and workplace equality
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce have joined businesses across the region in promoting greater diversity within the workplace. The We See You campaign, organised by Chamber Members Landau will highlight the benefit to an organisation who...
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More Space for Redditch Foodbank to Support Local People
The Redditch Foodbank has doubled its storage capacity to offer significantly more scope as referrals increase, with more families than ever in food crisis seeking help. Between April 2018 and March 2019, the Foodbank fed 2,346 people compared an equivalent period of...
Worcestershire Community Foundation asks for your support
We are all playing our part in addressing the impact of Covid-19 and key to this is the work of charities. They are facing huge increases in demand just as normal fundraising has to stop and staff and volunteers are self-isolating. Yesterday Worcestershire Community...
BCC study shows major gaps in official Brexit guidance for businesses in the event of ‘no deal’
The British Chambers of Commerce has published an evaluation of official UK Government guidance to businesses on critical operational issues in the event of an unwanted ‘no deal’ exit on 31st October. The leading business group has found that, at the time of...
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BCC study shows major gaps in official Brexit guidance for businesses in the event of ‘no deal’
The British Chambers of Commerce has published an evaluation of official UK Government guidance to businesses on critical operational issues in the event of an unwanted ‘no deal’ exit on 31st October. The leading business group has found that, at the time of...
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What does being well in Worcestershire mean to you?
Health and Wellbeing Strategy Consultation 2022-2032 What is The Health and Wellbeing Board (HWB)? The HWB brings together the organisations responsible for making decisions about services in Worcestershire that support our health and wellbeing things like children’s...
Qwell mental wellbeing support
Qwell is a FREE, anonymous, confidential and safe online emotional wellbeing service, offering professional support, information, discussion boards and more for adults. Access 365 days a year to counsellors who are available from: 12.00-10.00pm Monday to Friday...
Herefordshire News
British Summertime
Great British Holidays for the Great British public. The Managing Director of Herefordshire’s largest country park is calling for a clear concise message from government to enable would be holiday makers to have their spirits lifted during lockdown. Glenn Jones from...
New Herefordshire defence & security sector opportunities
Security and defence businesses in Herefordshire can sign up today for a special webinar to help them develop new markets in Central Europe.
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GTAccess Ltd Wins The Business Desk West Midlands Family Business of the Year Award
GTAccess Ltd is thrilled to announce that on Thursday 22nd February we have been awarded the prestigious Family Business of the Year award by The Business Desk West Midlands. This recognition highlights our unwavering dedication to excellence, innovation, and...
The Withdrawal of BT Redcare Alarm Signalling Products
In a recent announcement, BT Redcare has shaken up the alarm signalling industry by declaring the cessation of new product sales by the end of February 2024. Moreover, all existing product services will come to an end on August 1st 2025, or earlier if contractual...
The Importance of International Trade in Global Product Design
In today’s interconnected world, the significance of international trade cannot be overstated, especially in industries like product design where collaboration and access to diverse resources are crucial. Having won many international design awards, including a...
University Neuroscientist Explores Imagination in Public Talk
What is imagination? How does it work and where does it come from? These are some of the questions that a neuroscientist from the University of Worcester will be attempting to answer at an upcoming talk. Dr Matt Di Miceli, Lecturer in Biomedical Science, who...
Wackadoo! Visit Bluey at the Severn Valley Railway this March
The Severn Valley Railway is all set for family fun in March, with appearances from the energetic and much-loved TV character Bluey on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 March. Families can take an exciting heritage train ride out to The Engine House, Highley and see Bluey,...
Prime Mix Awarded Marketing Agency of the Year in Central England Prestige Awards
Prime Mix Marketing Ltd are proud to announce that they have been awarded the prestigious title of ‘Marketing Agency of the Year’ in the Central England Prestige Awards 2024. The accolade recognises the agency’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and...
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