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New SVR Summer Gala to feature rare ‘Witch’ class locomotive
The Severn Valley Railway has announced an exciting new addition to its events calendar with the launch of its Summer Gala, taking place on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 July. The two-day rail celebration will showcase a lively mix of steam and heritage diesel traction,...
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New SVR Summer Gala to feature rare ‘Witch’ class locomotive
The Severn Valley Railway has announced an exciting new addition to its events calendar with the launch of its Summer Gala, taking place on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 July. The two-day rail celebration will showcase a lively mix of steam and heritage diesel traction,...
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Business relief after Government U-turns on day-one unfair dismissal rights
Employment lawyers have reacted positively to the Government’s U-turn on day-one unfair dismissal rights – but urged businesses to seek expert guidance to prepare for wide-ranging workplace reforms. Labour had made a controversial manifesto commitment to offer all...
University of Worcester Marks 20 Years of Pioneering Education and Advocacy to End Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence
The University of Worcester has marked two decades of ground breaking work in tackling domestic abuse and sexual violence through education, research, and advocacy. The milestone event brought together alumni of the University’s pioneering Master’s programme,...
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81-year-old University Student set to Graduate Next Week
An 81-year-old student is set to graduate from the University of Worcester next week. Wendy Hill, from Ledbury, is among those graduating on Tuesday (March 4) after completing a Master of Research degree. “My message to other mature people who feel the need to achieve...
Remarkable Resilience; an Extra Special Graduation for One Nurse
A nurse will graduate next week after overcoming a huge challenge on her journey to qualifying. Esme Savage will formally receive her degree in Adult Nursing from the University of Worcester on Tuesday, two years later than she had originally planned. After her first...
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Shared Parental Leave Tool
The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has launched a new online tool to: help parents check quickly if they are eligible for Shared Parental Leave and Pay decide how they will share the leave that is available between them plan their leave...
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White Heron drinks raises money for Herefordshire Mind
White Heron Drinks has been raising money for Herefordshire Mind during lockdown where a proportion of every online sale was donated to help the great work that Mind does in the county. Herefordshire Mind is an independent charity that celebrated its 40th birthday in...
Wyre Forest District Council to launch community lottery
Wyre Forest District Council is to launch a new online lottery to help local good causes raise vital funds. Wyre Forest Community Lottery will help local charities and organisations raise cash to continue their good work in the district. The council will not receive...
Baroness Martha Lane-Fox CBE elected President of the British Chambers of Commerce
Entrepreneur and business leader Baroness Martha Lane-Fox CBE has been elected the new President of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Baroness Lane-Fox was elected by representatives of the accredited Chamber Network at the BCC’s Annual General Meeting, today...
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Baroness Martha Lane-Fox CBE elected President of the British Chambers of Commerce
Entrepreneur and business leader Baroness Martha Lane-Fox CBE has been elected the new President of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Baroness Lane-Fox was elected by representatives of the accredited Chamber Network at the BCC’s Annual General Meeting, today...
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Improvement works to tackle congestion at Kidderminster’s Hoobrook Roundabout are now operating
Improvement works to tackle congestion at Kidderminster’s Hoobrook Roundabout are now operating. The junction now includes additional lanes and signalisation on the three main arms of the roundabout to help improve the flow of traffic up to and around the roundabout....
Park and Ride service available as Christmas Fayre returns to Worcester next weekend
The Victorian Christmas Fayre is returning to Worcester after a year away this weekend. The event has grown to become one of the leading themed Christmas Fayres in the country. Nearly 200 stalls will be taking over the city centre selling local arts, crafts, food and...
Herefordshire News
BREAKING: Tier review – what does this mean for the two counties?
Today (17 December 2020), Health Secretary Matt Hancock has addressed the Commons to announce the latest changes to the tiered system. Following a review of coronavirus cases, Herefordshire will now be moved from tier 2 down into tier 1. Bristol and North Somerset are...
New advisers to offer expert one-to-one support
A new team of expert advisers has been recruited for the Marches Growth Hub to provide detailed support to help the region’s businesses to grow. More than 30 independent advisers will support the hub across its bases in Herefordshire, Shropshire and Telford &...
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Finding Your Perfect Workspace: Serviced Offices and Coworking in the Golden Triangle
The Golden Triangle, encompassing Worcester, Gloucester, and Cheltenham, offers a vibrant business landscape. If you’re seeking flexible and professional workspaces, consider these options. Serviced Offices and Coworking Spaces in the Evesham Area: A Growing...
Recruitment and Employment Update
Chamber past president, and Director of Chamber Patron, Hewett Recruitment, provides update on current trends and challenges in employment “The UK labour market is experiencing transformative shifts, primarily influenced by advancements in artificial...
Avoid Ditching Your Resolutions This Year
January 17th is known by many as ‘Ditch Your New Year’s Resolution Day’; an annual event where many people give up on the promises they made to themselves on the first of the month. Popular resolutions include exercising more, eating healthier, losing weight, or...
Boogie Lights Express Banishes Winter Blues at Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway has the ‘perfect’ on-train experience to banish the winter blues, with the launch of its brand-new Boogie Lights Express services. Running on Friday and Saturday nights from 28 February until 29 March, the steam-hauled Boogie Lights Express...
Celebrating 16 Years of Fitness and Friendship: Worcester Group Looks Forward to Active Year Ahead
Members of a Worcester activity programme have celebrated 16 years of fitness and friendship at their annual post-Christmas celebration. Around 40 members of the Senior Physical Activity and Adapted Sports programme met with instructors at the Maple Leaf Pub on Canada...
Leadership Consultancy Secures Prestigious Coaching & Mentoring Order.
Award winning Business consultants Strategus Consulting are excited to announce that they have secured a prestigious order providing coaching & mentoring services to a director at a high-profile international technology developer. Starting in January 2025, this...
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