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Worcester Academic Contributes to New Study Tackling Cultural Loss for Children in Care
An expert from the University of Worcester is partnering on a new nationwide study which will give a voice to children and young people from marginalised communities to address the growing issue of children in care being raised outside their culture. Led by the...
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Worcester Academic Contributes to New Study Tackling Cultural Loss for Children in Care
An expert from the University of Worcester is partnering on a new nationwide study which will give a voice to children and young people from marginalised communities to address the growing issue of children in care being raised outside their culture. Led by the...
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Storm Environmental’s Westminster transformation recognised at National Recycling Awards
UK manufacturer of environmental products Storm Environmental is proud to have been recognised at this year’s MRW National Recycling Awards, winning the award for Innovation in Recycling Equipment and Vehicle Design. The award-winning project, ‘Smart Housing and...
University Leader Welcomes Return of European Study Scheme
The University of Worcester’s Vice Chancellor has welcomed the UK’s decision to rejoin the Erasmus student exchange scheme from 2027, ending a six-year absence. The move will give UK students the chance to study, train, or volunteer across Europe once again. Professor...
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mfg Solicitors Unveil New Monthly Networking Event
Law firm mfg Solicitors has launched a new networking event in Worcester as it looks to connect professionals from sectors across the city. The monthly, invite-only event, will be held in the city’s Piston Distillery, with each event offering a different networking...
Congratulations as Hazelton Mountford’s AJ passes Chartered Institute of Insurance (CII) Exam
The team at Hazelton Mountford extend their congratulations to AJ who recently passed the Cert CII exam to obtain his first qualification. AJ joined Hazelton Mountford as an apprentice account executive in 2022. Since then he has demonstrated dedication to his career...
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Don’t miss the chance celebrate your business success
Businesses across Herefordshire & Worcestershire will not want to miss the opportunity to spotlight their business and stand out from their competition with the chance to win a Chamber Business Award for free. The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of...
Hundreds of free qualifications on offer to boost skills and jobs
Launch of free qualifications marks a major milestone in government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee
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Lantern Walk raises over £2,500 for Primrose Hospice
HUNDREDS of people holding beautiful lanterns helped to light up the night sky over Ragley Hall in memory of loved ones. Over 200 people attended Primrose Hospice’s second Lantern Walk on Saturday evening raising over £2,500 for the hospice in St Godwalds Road,...
Local charity celebrates its 30th anniversary year of supporting survivors of acquired brain injury in Worcestershire
Headway Worcestershire has been celebrating its 30th anniversary year since November 2019 with a series of special events through the year, including a celebratory meal at Worcester Guild Hall and an accessible walk in Cripplegate Park. The charity was founded in 1989...
PAC report right to focus on SME benefit from trade deals
The Department for International Trade (the Department) has a target for 80% of UK trade to be covered by free trade agreements by the end of 2022. It has a challenging programme ahead which includes concluding ongoing trade negotiations, launching negotiations with...
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PAC report right to focus on SME benefit from trade deals
The Department for International Trade (the Department) has a target for 80% of UK trade to be covered by free trade agreements by the end of 2022. It has a challenging programme ahead which includes concluding ongoing trade negotiations, launching negotiations with...
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Innovative students celebrated in county STEM Challenges programme
Worcestershire schools have been getting involved in STEM challenge workshops to help inspire their pupils. After being postponed in 2020, the Worcestershire Primary School STEM Challenge made a return in 2021 alongside the new Middle School STEM Challenge which was...
Call for HR professionals in the Midlands
HR professionals across the Midlands are being encouraged to share their thoughts on how COVID-19 has affected long-term sick leave in their workplaces to help inform policy changes in the future. The Mental Health and Productivity Pilot (MHPP) is seeking to interview...
Herefordshire News
Launch of Marches Business Recovery Week/Annual Report
Join the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) as it launches Marches Business Recovery Week & publishes its latest Annual Report. This virtual event marks the start of a week of activity to help businesses in the region recover from the devastating impact of...
Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members from across the two counties this month: Herefordshire Autoglanz Ltd CertaintyOne Ltd Citation Limited Cyclopz Group Ltd Worcestershire 3D Leadership Consultancy ActionCOACH Evesahm Alentar UK...
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Ballards LLP Partner Appointed to AGN International’s EMEA IT Committee
Ballards LLP, one of the Midlands’ prominent independent audit and advisory firms, announces that Sean Devlin, IT & Digital Transformation Partner, has been appointed to AGN International’s EMEA IT Committee. AGN International is a worldwide...
Wye Valley Brewery Unveil Golden Keg Trophy for Winners Malvern RFC
For the first time in history local rugby teams Malvern Rugby Club and Ledbury Rugby Club clashed in a highly anticipated league match. The two teams are proudly sponsored by Wye Valley Brewery who created a trophy like no other; a golden keg symbolising camaraderie,...
HCR Law Reaffirms Commitment to 2040 Net Zero Goal
HCR Law has today (Thursday, 5th December) published its annual report, ‘Audit of Carbon Emissions and Decarbonisation Strategy’. Now in its third year, the report outlines the firm’s progress towards achieving its goal of becoming a Net Zero business by 2040. In the...
Panto Brings Festive Cheer to Children’s Ward at Hereford Hospital
The cast of Sleeping Beauty made a festive visit to the Children’s Ward at Hereford County Hospital this week. Whilst talking to the young patients, the cast gave out flags and goodies as a pre-Christmas treat. The visit was part of The Courtyard’s commitment to...
People Power: Protecting and Investing in Your Workforce
For businesses in Herefordshire, attracting, retaining, and supporting skilled employees is more vital than ever. Offering attractive benefits is no longer optional; it is a competitive necessity. Comprehensive packages such as private medical cover, tax-efficient...
Author Lorraine Gbadegesin Announces the Official Launch of Her Debut Book: Beyond the Classroom: Mastering the Concept of Lifelong Learning Vol. 1
Birmingham, UK – February 1, 2025 – Lorraine Gbadegesin, an emerging author and passionate advocate for lifelong learning, is excited to announce the launch of her debut book, Beyond the Classroom: Mastering the Concept of Lifelong Learning Vol. 1. The official book...
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