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Books Come to Life in New University Lecture Series Talk
What makes books more than words on a page? And why does the physical, tactile experience of printing still matter in a digital world? In the latest talk in the Engine Room Lecture Series from the University of Worcester, researcher and artist-printer Dr Angie Butler...
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Books Come to Life in New University Lecture Series Talk
What makes books more than words on a page? And why does the physical, tactile experience of printing still matter in a digital world? In the latest talk in the Engine Room Lecture Series from the University of Worcester, researcher and artist-printer Dr Angie Butler...
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Join the Experts to Explore Origins of our Festive Traditions
Ever wondered why we put up trees or hang wreaths at Christmas time, and where the tradition of knitting festive jumpers started? And who decides which Christmas decorations are classy? Experts from the University of Worcester will be addressing these questions in a...
Young Artists Offered Chance to Shine at Worcester’s Art House
Talented young artists from schools across Worcestershire are being offered the chance to showcase their work in a professional gallery setting, with £2,500 of cash prizes up for grabs. A new collaboration between the University of Worcester and the Clothiers Company...
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EBC Group Launches THEMIS: The Future of Legacy Evidence Management for UK Policing
Revolutionising how law enforcement preserves and accesses historical evidence EBC Group, a trusted managed service provider celebrating over 35 years of IT and cybersecurity expertise, is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking THEMIS capability and...
ISO QSL Welcomes Adam Morse as Business Development Specialist
ISO Quality Services is delighted to announce the expansion of its team with the appointment of Adam Morse as Business Development Specialist. A familiar face across the Herefordshire and Worcestershire business community, Adam brings a wealth of experience and an...
Chamber News
Help to Grow your business – Digital
Take your business to the next level with the government’s new Help to Grow programme. The programme will help small and medium sized businesses across the UK learn new skills, reach new customers and boost profits.
BCC Global Annual Conference 2021 – Return to Prosperity and Growth
The British Chambers of Commerce flagship Annual Conference is one of the main events in the business calendar, with the 2021 Conference taking place on 16 and 17 June. This year the Global Annual Conference will be held virtually over two days and is one of the most...
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The SJL Foundation has made a donation of £10,000 to the amazing Acorns Children’s Hospice.
Today, the SJL Foundation, established in June 2019, has donated £10,000 to Acorns Children’s Hospice in response to Acorns launching emergency plans in reaction to the deepening coronavirus pandemic to help some of the most vulnerable families in the region and...
Clap For Carers: Charity Initiative For Primrose Hospice
Carers across the country are on the front line dealing with the effects of coronavirus. We couldn’t be more thankful for the work you are doing. You are heroes! Our Managing Director, James Godsall said, “We have been thinking hard about how we can do something to...
Chamber Cyber Essentials
The British Chambers of Commerce, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce and IASME are delighted to announce that they will be working together to help Chamber Members achieve the Cyber Essentials certification by delivering a new Chamber Cyber...
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Chamber Cyber Essentials
The British Chambers of Commerce, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce and IASME are delighted to announce that they will be working together to help Chamber Members achieve the Cyber Essentials certification by delivering a new Chamber Cyber...
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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...
Dash for Cash and Help Local Families with Return of Charity’s Virtual Festive Fundraiser
Your ‘presents’ is requested by Father Christmas himself to take part in the most festive fundraising event of the year! Kickstart Christmas by signing up for a FREE virtual extravaganza in aid of Acorns Children’s Hospice. By signing up to Acorns Virtual Santa Dash...
Herefordshire News
Formus Pro’s advice to businesses on Microsoft’s Planned December Price Hike to D365 Storage Cost
Does your Business have Microsoft Dynamics 365 customer relationship management (D365 CRM) software? Do you use the Common Data Service (CDS) storage facility it to store your database, file, and log information? Formus Pro are encouraging all organisations...
Businesses set to re-open from 2nd December
Gyms and non-essential shops in all parts of England will be allowed to reopen when lockdown ends next month, the prime minister has announced.
Boris Johnson told the Commons that the three-tiered regional measures will return from 2 December, but he added that each tier will be toughened.
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Local Business Owner’s Help for Ukraine
When the Russians invaded Ukraine in February 2022, most people looked on in horror at scenes reminiscent of the Second World War. As millions fled from Putin’s armies, Sue Johns decided to use her business contacts and experience to try and get some of them to the...
Penguin Office Supplies Ltd Expands with a Record-Breaking Sales Year
Following a remarkable year of record-breaking sales, family business Penguin Office Supplies are expanding as part of their ongoing commitment to providing exceptional service to the Penguin customer family. The expansion has been fuelled by the redevelopment of...
Top Marks for Worcester Students After Amazing Charity Spa Day
Beauty therapy students were showered with praise after hosting a charity spa day that showcased their glittering vocational skills and leadership. Level 2 and Level 3 Beauty Therapy students from Evesham New College, which is part of WCG, gained invaluable hands-on...
Optimising IT Announces New Board Line Up
Optimising IT, award-winning managed IT services business, has announced a new board line-up following the recent appointment of James Cater and Charlie Haward as Non-Executive Directors. James and Charlie bring a wealth of experience, playing a crucial role in...
Economy Stutters with Extra Business Costs Approaching
Reacting to the latest GDP data released this morning, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “With growth of just 0.1% in the three months to October and an unexpected fall in the monthly GDP, the UK economy was already fragile...
Severn Valley Railway Unveils Plans for ‘bold’ Restructure
The Severn Valley Railway is seeking approval from its shareholders and members for a radical organisational restructure. It describes this as a ‘bold and essential move’, which will bring multiple benefits. The plan is to bring together the three separate companies...
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