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When access isn’t access: what digital adoption misses in practice
Digital adoption is high on the agenda for many organisations, with Government supported programmes such as Made Smarter and Innovate UK supporting businesses to invest in new technology and systems. But adoption is only the first step. Currie.Foligno Consulting’s...
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When access isn’t access: what digital adoption misses in practice
Digital adoption is high on the agenda for many organisations, with Government supported programmes such as Made Smarter and Innovate UK supporting businesses to invest in new technology and systems. But adoption is only the first step. Currie.Foligno Consulting’s...
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SVR’s Boogie Lights Express is back, with an Early Bird ticket offer
Following its hugely popular debut last year, the Boogie Lights Express is set to return to the Severn Valley Railway (SVR) in 2026, running on Friday and Saturday evenings from 13 February to 14 March. The experience has received national recognition as a finalist in...
TOP Networking UK is proud to confirm Headway Worcestershire as the Headline Charity Partner for 2026.
The 11th Annual Worcestershire Festival of Business will return to Sixways Stadium on Thursday 30 April 2026, bringing together more than 1,000 local business owners, leaders and decision-makers for the county’s largest and longest-running B2B exhibition. TOP...
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NMITE Announces Groundbreaking New Partnership with AWE
NMITE has taken another major step towards establishing itself as a nationally significant new university, securing a new partnership with AWE—one of the UK’s most important engineering organisations. Recognising the strength of NMITE’s approach and the calibre of its...
Julia Giermaniuk takes on Plant Healthy Lead at Wyevale Nurseries
HEREFORD-BASED Wyevale Nurseries has this month appointed a member of its internal pool of homegrown young horticultural talent as its new Plant Healthy Lead (March 2025). Julia Giermaniuk’s new role includes maintaining inhouse support and co-ordination in...
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Congratulations to the Queen’s Award winners!
The Queen’s Awards winners have now been announced and we are thrilled to announce that 3 Worcestershire businesses and 2 Herefordshire businesses have been awarded The Queens Award for Enterprise. Huge congratulations to Fibex Ltd, OLPRO and Payara Services Ltd...
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...
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West Mercia Women’s Aid – Service Delivery During The Covid-19 Emergency
West Mercia Women’s Aid (WMWA) are being pro-active in responding to the challenges of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and would like to reassure you that WMWA is making every effort to continue to provide all of their services whilst protecting their staff, stakeholders and...
Childhood cancer families in Worcestershire need your support
Here at the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust we are very aware of how the current situation is affecting the whole community and our thoughts are with everyone right now. The charity is being contacted by a number of families that are affected by childhood cancer in...
Reacting to the latest ONS figures on Trade for July 2022
Reacting to the latest ONS figures on Trade for July 2022, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “July was a better month for UK trade than the previous month. We are seeing trade in fuels, particularly oil and gas, at elevated levels. Vehicle and...
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Reacting to the latest ONS figures on Trade for July 2022
Reacting to the latest ONS figures on Trade for July 2022, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “July was a better month for UK trade than the previous month. We are seeing trade in fuels, particularly oil and gas, at elevated levels. Vehicle and...
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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
Wyevale Nurseries tests new Botrytis kit that could help save money and plants
Wyevale Nurseries has been assisting with trials of a new test to detect the early signs of Botrytis to reduce the spread of the disease in nursery and garden centre plants (October 2020). Its work with researchers at Pershore College, biotechnology company Mologic...
Diageo finalise deal for Herefordshire-based Chase Distillery
It has recently been announced that FTSE 100 drinks company, Diageo, has agreed a deal to purchase Chase Distillery – founded by William Chase, the entrepreneur behind Tyrrells crisps. Spirits giant Diageo has an impressive portfolio of over 200 brands, and...
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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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