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Severn Valley Railway set to deliver frightful journeys this Halloween
The Severn Valley Railway is preparing to welcome passengers on board its popular Ghost and Scream Train services during the Halloween season, promising a series of atmospheric journeys filled with seasonal scares and entertainment. Running on Thursday 30, Friday 31...
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Severn Valley Railway set to deliver frightful journeys this Halloween
The Severn Valley Railway is preparing to welcome passengers on board its popular Ghost and Scream Train services during the Halloween season, promising a series of atmospheric journeys filled with seasonal scares and entertainment. Running on Thursday 30, Friday 31...
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Worcestershire-based consultancy adds legal expertise as rapid growth continues
Limelite HR & Learning, a growing Worcestershire-based consultancy, has strengthened its team with the appointment of Laura Weston MCIPD, MA HRM, LL.B (HONS), a qualified employment lawyer who joins as Lead HR Consultant – Employee Relations. This strategic hire...
Physician Associate Course Approved at the University of Worcester
The training of Physician Associates at the University of Worcester has received formal approval from the General Medical Council. The University has been running a Physician Associate MSc since 2016, providing high-quality education and training for future healthcare...
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Homeowners’ Rights Strengthened Under New Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act
On the 24th May 2024, the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act officially became law, bringing significant changes to the way homeowners interact with their properties. The Act aims to provide more rights, power, and protections to homeowners, making it easier and more...
Hellens Garden Festival Charity Fundraiser Gives Chance to Meet English Wine Maker & Sample Product
AN ARTISAN Herefordshire wine maker is attending the Hellens Garden Festival next week so visitors can meet the team and taste its award-winning products while also helping fundraise for charity (June 8 and 9, 2024). Visitors to Hellens Manor in Much Marcle on June 8...
Chamber News
Celebrating the role of philanthropy at NMITE
It may be a surprise to many to learn that Higher Education Institutions, including NMITE, rely on philanthropic support in addition to government funding to make a truly transformational impact and bring value to their region. NMITE have an ambitious vision to become...
Chamber Network assistance for the India support campaign
You will no doubt have seen the media coverage on the COVID-19 crisis in India, with shortages of oxygen and hospitals in Delhi and many other cities running out of beds due to a devastating second wave. Whilst the UK government is considering how it will support with...
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Successful charity year for SSG
The team at SSG Training and Consultancy have had a great year of charity work, raising a total of £450 for their three charities: Devon Air Ambulance Trust, RNLI and Children’s Hospice South West. On top of chosen fundraising events, they’ve taken part in a variety...
CitySigns celebrates 60 years with local charity campaign
Founded in 1960, Worcestershire-based CitySigns is celebrating their 60th anniversary by fundraising for the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust. Family owned CitySigns aims to raise £6,000 for the local cancer charity in 2020 via a series of fundraising events...
BCC Forecast: business investment set to be left behind in record economic recovery
UK business investment is expected to decline this year despite the prospect of record economic growth, according to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) economic forecast. The leading business group predicts UK GDP growth for 2021 of 7.1%, which, if realised, would...
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BCC Forecast: business investment set to be left behind in record economic recovery
UK business investment is expected to decline this year despite the prospect of record economic growth, according to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) economic forecast. The leading business group predicts UK GDP growth for 2021 of 7.1%, which, if realised, would...
Worcestershire News
Success for Worcestershire businesses as employee wellbeing remains a key focus
Last month a number of new businesses signed up to the wellbeing accreditation as well as companies gaining their level 1 and level 2 accreditation. Armstrong and Seven Arts are the latest businesses to sign up to the Worcestershire Works Well programme. These...
Award Success for ONE and The Bird Box, Bromsgrove
The Bird Box in Bromsgrove won Regeneration Project of the Year at the prestigious 2021 Insider West Midlands Property awards last week (4 November 2021). Designed by ONE Creative environments (ONE), on behalf of North Worcestershire Economic Development and...
Herefordshire News
Could you champion the Marches Growth Hub?
The search is on for a new person to lead the region’s one-stop business advice service. The Marches Growth Hub – which brings together all national and local business support under one roof – is seeking a dynamic new chair to spearhead its work in...
Joint Area Council November update
The Chamber works closely with businesses across all sizes and sectors to ensure that business views are represented to key local and national decision makers. To ensure every sector is represented the Chamber hosts two Area Councils, one in Worcestershire and one in...
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Blues Rising Star to Feature at this Year’s Elgar Festival
One of the county’s most successful Festivals has put together a one off, all star group to perform at the event. The Elgar Festival – which runs from Tuesday 27 May until Sunday 2 June this year – will welcome Blues star, guitarist and special guest Alex Voysey, who...
Leadership Consultants Launches New Podcast Focused on Business Strategy.
Strategus Consulting, the leadership consultants who provide business strategy & planning, coaching and mentoring through their Worcestershire and Southeast Hubs, have launched an exciting new podcast. The Leaders In Strategy Podcast, hosted by Mike Harris...
Evesham Motor Vehicle Students Gain Insights from Leading Car Dealer Group
Students in Evesham have been given career insights from one of the largest private-owned dealer groups in the UK and had the chance to share their knowledge of superchargers and turbochargers with industry experts. More than 30 motor vehicle students from Evesham New...
Dorset House Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday Milestone
Reginald Whitworth, fondly known as Reggie, marked a century of life in the warm embrace of Dorset House Nursing Home in Droitwich Spa, surrounded by fellow residents, devoted staff, and loved ones. Born in 1924 and raised in Smethwick, Reggie’s journey reflects...
Former Student all Set for Huge Cycling Challenge in Memory of his Daughters.
A former student has just completed his final preparation session at the University of Worcester ahead of a 200-mile cycle challenge across some of the UKs most challenging terrains. 55-year-old Tony Frobisher already counts the London Marathon, a cycle from Land’s...
University Event Raises Awareness of the Importance of Plants in our World
Residents in Worcester can find out all about the important role that plants play in our lives thanks to a free interactive event organised by University of Worcester scientists. Academics and research students will deliver a day of activities, informative talks,...
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