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Metres Direct moving to bigger base in Redditch, aided by John Truslove
Skirting board specialists Metres Direct are doubling the size of their operation after commercial property agency John Truslove helped them secure new premises on Redditch’s Lakeside Industrial Estate. Metres Direct owner Joe Phillips worked with Ben Truslove at...
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Metres Direct moving to bigger base in Redditch, aided by John Truslove
Skirting board specialists Metres Direct are doubling the size of their operation after commercial property agency John Truslove helped them secure new premises on Redditch’s Lakeside Industrial Estate. Metres Direct owner Joe Phillips worked with Ben Truslove at...
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Worcester recruitment firm spreads Easter cheer to local foodbank
A Worcester recruitment firm has helped bring smiles to local children this Easter by donating over to 200 chocolate Easter eggs to the city’s foodbank. It’s the third consecutive year that kind-hearted staff from Diglis-based Pineapple Recruitment have donated the...
MYTH: I might do more harm than good if I try CPR.
MYTH: I might do more harm than good if I try CPR. TRUTH: The only wrong move in cardiac arrest… is doing nothing. Why CPR Matters Every minute without CPR reduces a person’s chance of survival by 10%. When someone collapses and isn’t breathing normally, you ARE their...
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Students’ Film Shortlisted for Festival Award
A film made by students at the University of Worcester has been shortlisted for an award at the Stratford Film Festival. Ben Monk and Joshua Prior’s film Celestial Intersect, created as part of their studies, is a finalist in the Best Feature category. Winners will be...
Worcester Ready for Clearing
As A-Level Results Day approaches, the University of Worcester is expecting to be inundated with calls as people look for places on courses through Clearing. Clearing at universities is the process where students are matched with available places on courses. Last year...
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Firms Need A Clear Roadmap As Rates Are Held
Reacting to today’s interest rate decision by the Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will be giving a cautious welcome to today’s decision by the Bank of England to hold the base rate at 5.25%. Constant hikes in...
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Firms Need A Clear Roadmap As Rates Are Held
Reacting to today’s interest rate decision by the Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will be giving a cautious welcome to today’s decision by the Bank of England to hold the base rate at 5.25%. Constant hikes in...
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Building Careers in Commercial Insurance: Apprentice Harry’s Success Story
Hazelton Mountford is proud to celebrate Apprentice Harry’s recent promotion. Joining in 2023, Harry quickly progressed from Apprentice to Small Business Account Handler while working toward his Cert CII qualification. He has already passed two exams and is...
Driving business growth through low-cost digital marketing solutions
Marketing is a powerful, accessible tool for driving business growth. By adopting a strategic and measured approach, you can expand your reach, build brand awareness, and attract and retain customers. IAB UK shared, 81% of UK SMEs consider digital advertising crucial...
Neurodiversity: A Growth Strategy Hiding in Plain Sight
When businesses think about growth, they often focus on customer acquisition, investment, or new product lines. But what if one of the biggest untapped drivers of innovation, productivity, and profit was sitting within your existing workforce – or being filtered...
Venues ordered to prepare following new terrorism law
Venue owners and operators are being urged to prepare for new terrorism laws being introduced following the devastating Manchester Arena bombings and ever-growing threat of terror attacks. The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, otherwise known as ‘Martyn’s...
How to Choose the Best Accountants Service for Your Business Needs
Choosing the right accountant isn’t just about ticking boxes, it’s about finding a trusted partner who can help you grow, stay compliant and make smarter financial decisions. In our latest article, we explore what to look for when selecting an accountant, including: ·...
Scale Smart: Why Growing Businesses Choose to Outsource Payroll Services
That’s why many growing businesses are choosing to outsource their payroll. From saving hours each month to reducing risk and staying compliant, it’s a smart move for scaling success. In our latest article, we cover: · Why in-house payroll becomes a bottleneck · The...
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