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Volunteers wanted to help bring ‘brilliant’ Railway 200 Inspiration train to life this half term
The Severn Valley Railway is calling on members of the public to step forward and volunteer during the return visit of the Railway 200 Inspiration exhibition train this May half term. The ‘brilliant’ and free-to-visit Railway 200 Inspiration train will be at...
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Volunteers wanted to help bring ‘brilliant’ Railway 200 Inspiration train to life this half term
The Severn Valley Railway is calling on members of the public to step forward and volunteer during the return visit of the Railway 200 Inspiration exhibition train this May half term. The ‘brilliant’ and free-to-visit Railway 200 Inspiration train will be at...
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REHAU Decarbonises District Heating Deliveries by Fuelling Lorries with HVO
REHAU has improved the end-to-end sustainability of its district heating business by considering the impact of product delivery, switching to powering 85% of its lorries with hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) in partnership with CEVA Logistics. Recent UK government...
NMITE AND THE BRITISH ARMY UNVEIL DETAIL OF THE NEW UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE IN AUTONOMOUS ROBOTICS
Event attended by Al Carns MP, Minister for the Armed Forces 21 January 2026 – Following on from the December announcement of its new Autonomous Robotics degree, the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) hosted an event today in conjunction...
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Hoople Group Sponsor Marches Family Network Running Team
Hoople Group are delighted to be shirt sponsors for the fantastic team of runners taking on challenges in aid of Marches Family Network this April. Marches Family Network provides activities, services and short breaks for children and young people, aged 0-25 years,...
Free Family Festival Already Proving Popular
Tickets to a free family festival at the University of Worcester have proved so popular that capacity has had to be more than doubled ahead of the event. The Children and Families Festival is organised by staff and students and will be held at the University’s...
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£1000 cash boost for employers to support T Level industry placements
Employers will be able to claim £1000 for every T Level student they host on a high-quality industry placement, as part of a new incentive scheme. The T Level employer incentive fund recognises the impact of the pandemic on many businesses, and has been designed to...
Chamber of Commerce named as one of the UK’s Best Companies to Work For
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has been named as one of the UK’s Best Companies to Work in 2021, placing on a number of top businesses to work for both locally and nationally. The organisation has been recognised for its commitment to...
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Join The Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust for an amazing night of live virtual stand up comedy!
The Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust are excited to announce they have managed to get 3 of the best comics on the circuit for your entertainment. They will be joined by Jenny Collier, multi award winning comedian, Thomas Green, an engaging story-teller, and known...
Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust support local oncology families
Over the past 12 weeks the team and volunteers at the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust have been busy supporting oncology families in the Worcestershire area by delivering essential care packages. To date 102 have been sent out to families affected by childhood...
BCC response to Chancellor’s statement
Responding to the Chancellor’s statement this morning, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “The Chancellor’s buzzword was stability. But what we’ve seen from him is a plan for today and nothing for tomorrow. “Following the economic turmoil of the...
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BCC response to Chancellor’s statement
Responding to the Chancellor’s statement this morning, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “The Chancellor’s buzzword was stability. But what we’ve seen from him is a plan for today and nothing for tomorrow. “Following the economic turmoil of the...
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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...
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Christmas Bubble rules announced
At Christmas coronavirus restrictions will be eased to allow people to mix with a slightly wider circle of family and friends.
Across the UK, people will be able to form “bubbles” of three households over a five day period.
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...
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The Rise of Alternative Conference and Filming Spaces in the Countryside
As businesses and creative industries look beyond traditional urban venues, there is a growing shift toward nature-inspired settings for corporate events, team retreats, and film productions. With an increasing focus on well-being, creativity, and sustainability,...
Don’t Miss Out! Key Deadlines for Maximising Your Tax Benefits
Don’t Miss Out! Key Deadlines for Maximising Your Tax Benefits February 5, 2025 The end of the tax year is fast approaching (April 5th), and now’s the time to review your financial situation and take advantage of any available tax-saving opportunities. Two crucial...
Earth Hub Recognised by Theo Paphitis’ Small Business Sunday
If you’re a small business owner, you might have heard of Small Business Sunday (#SBS) – an initiative set up by Theo Paphitis in 2010 to support small businesses across the UK. Every week, six businesses are hand-picked by Theo and given a huge social media boost...
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Outplacement & Redundancy Services
Herefordshire based Coach 1st, the Career Management and Restructuring company, is launching its outplacement and redundancy coaching services across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Founded by Stuart Blake, who has spent over 30 years in global recruitment, leading...
Independent Worcestershire Hotel Celebrates 10 Years of Welcoming Guests to Worcestershire
Hogarths Stone Manor Hotel, a family-run independent hotel located in the heart of Worcestershire, is proud to celebrate its 10th anniversary. Over the past decade, the hotel has become a respected destination for travelers seeking comfort, quality, and personalized...
Unlocking LinkedIn’s Hidden Potential: Your SSI Score
Imagine your LinkedIn profile as a 24/7 networking event. Your Social Selling Index (SSI) score is the real-time rating of how well you’re hosting this digital conference. This 0-100 number isn’t just vanity metrics; it’s a powerful tool for business...
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