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Study to Examine How Supplements Interact During Exercise
A new study will explore how different supplements interact in the human body during exercise. Athletes of all levels often take multiple supplements to boost performance, recovery or endurance. While much is known about how individual supplements work, less is...
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Study to Examine How Supplements Interact During Exercise
A new study will explore how different supplements interact in the human body during exercise. Athletes of all levels often take multiple supplements to boost performance, recovery or endurance. While much is known about how individual supplements work, less is...
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Medical School Leader Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award
A senior leader at Worcester’s Medical School has been honoured for her contribution to furthering global healthcare. Professor Kay Mohanna, who was born in Evesham and brought up in Upton-on-Severn is the course lead for the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of...
Severn Valley Railway launches ‘Kids for a Quid’ offer this half term
The Severn Valley Railway is making family adventures more affordable than ever with the launch of its ‘Kids for a Quid’ offer for the May half-term holiday from 24 May to 1 June. For just £1 per child, families can enjoy an unforgettable heritage rail journey through...
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Worcester Graduate Wins Award from Royal Television Society.
A former student of the University of Worcester has scooped a prestigious Royal Television Society Award for his final year project. Levi Lajtai, who studied Game Art and Animation won the award for Craft Editing for his short film, titled ‘Scratch’, at the RTS...
Hard Work Paying off for Severn Stars as they Prepare to Face Sirens, Says Coach
Severn Stars’ hard work in training paid off in getting them back on winning form, according to their Head Coach. Jo Trip said that it had played its part in the victory last weekend against Cardiff Dragons, but she is anticipating another tough test against their...
Chamber News
Family Mediators Welcome Government Voucher Scheme
The government has announced that it is investing £1m in family mediation, to support families to resolve issues relating to children. Under the scheme, the Ministry of Justice will provide contributions of up to £500 per family, to resolve issues relating to children...
West Midlands Business Expo welcomes over 2,000 virtual visitors
More than 2,000 visitors attended a West Midlands-wide virtual expo as Chambers across the region continue to lead the support for firms through the COVID-19 crisis. Around 200 exhibitors – including over 50 from Herefordshire & Worcestershire – signed up to the...
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Worcestershire Community Foundation launches new young people’s mental health fund
A new Mental Health Fund which supports young people in Worcestershire has been launched in response to figures which highlight a rise in young people’s mental health challenges. The new fund, created by the Worcestershire Community Foundation, aims to address the gap...
OLPRO’s autumn charity fundraising
OLPRO is once again collaborating with homeless charity Caring For Communities and People (CCP) this autumn/winter to help them to keep rough sleepers warm in the night shelters that they run across Worcestershire in the West Midlands. You can read more about CCP and...
Disability at work
The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) have launched a new disability hub to provide clear advice and guidance on disability employment rights for employers and workers. The...
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Disability at work
The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) have launched a new disability hub to provide clear advice and guidance on disability employment rights for employers and workers. The...
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Decarbonising Heat in Worcestershire and The Marches
Worcestershire County Council is hosting an online event aimed at local businesses who would like to learn more about heat decarbonisation and how local authorities are tackling the challenge of reducing greenhouse gases from heat production. This event will include:...
University Vaccination Centre Opens to the Public
The University of Worcester has opened a vaccination clinic at its City Campus, which has been available for students and staff, and is now being opened to the wider community. We are delighted to welcome members of the public to receive their vaccinations at our City...
Herefordshire News
Small Businesses urged to join the Export Academy
Are you a small or micro business looking to sell around the world? Then join the Export Academy.
Herefordshire Council to provide FREE food supplies during half term from The Living Room
Herefordshire Council has committed to providing free school meals during half term. The council has taken the decision to support families during half term, following the governments decision to reject a plan put forward by Labour and footballer Marcus Rashford for...
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Thursfields expands Commercial Real Estate and Property Litigation Teams
Leading full-service regional law firm, Thursfields, has recruited a highly regarded team of Commercial Real Estate and Property Litigation specialists into its Solihull office from Peterborough-headquartered Buckles Solicitors. This is a significant strategic...
Wyevale Nurseries to exhibit at 2024 Four Oaks Trade Show
WYEVALE Nurseries in Hereford has officially announced it’s taking a stand at the Four Oaks Trade Show in Cheshire this September to showcase its latest plant range and meet customers in person (2024). As one of the UK’s leading commercial nurseries it says it’s vital...
Thursfields Corporate Team assists with Simon Lancaster’s Acquisition of Worcester City Football Club
Thursfields Solicitors corporate and commercial team, led by Philip Chapman, Corporate Director, and supported by Hannah Clark, Corporate and Commercial Associate Director, advised Simon Lancaster, CEO of SJL Insurance, on his purchase of a 51% majority stake in...
Blue Print Direct Mail utilise TDM’s Tech and Digital Skills Bootcamp to upskill five staff members
Blue Print Direct Mail recently completed a bespoke TDM Skills Bootcamp, upskilling five members of their team to utilise a new software being introduced by the organisation. The bespoke Skills Bootcamp focused on the fundamentals of HTML and CSS, with Managing...
St Michael’s Hospice Welcomes New Chief Executive
St Michael’s Hospice is delighted to welcome Matt Fellows as its new Chief Executive. He is replacing Mike Keel who has retired having spent eight years at the helm of the Bartestree-based charity. Matt joins at a time of celebration for St Michael’s which is marking...
Welcome new Members!
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Barnsley Marshall Limited – Barnsley Marshall are structural and civil engineers with a well-diverse and experienced team in engineering, problem solving and customer service. Bee Lighting Ltd – Bee Lighting are...
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