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March Worcestershire Area Council Meeting Notes
Logistics Sector Update: The logistics sector has made a solid start to 2026, with steady volumes across key industries including food, horticulture, and manufacturing. This represents an improvement on the latter part of 2025, although overall sentiment remains...
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March Worcestershire Area Council Meeting Notes
Logistics Sector Update: The logistics sector has made a solid start to 2026, with steady volumes across key industries including food, horticulture, and manufacturing. This represents an improvement on the latter part of 2025, although overall sentiment remains...
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University of Worcester Open Day to Welcome Career Changers
People are invited to explore how higher education could reshape their future at the University of Worcester’s Open Day. The event, on Saturday November 29 welcomes anyone curious about university life. From young people preparing to leave school to adults considering...
The Westmead Hotel Joins the Chamber of Commerce — A Proudly Independent, Family-Owned Business Strengthening Local Connections
The Westmead Hotel is delighted to announce its membership with the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. As a proudly independent, family-owned business with over 20 years experience in the hospitality industry, joining the Chamber marks an exciting...
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Knights Reveals Plans for Grade A Office in Worcestershire – Follows Purchase of Historic Firm this Year
Legal services group Knights has revealed plans for a new Grade A office in Worcestershire following its arrival to the area earlier this year with the acquisition of a law firm which dates back to 1876. In May 2025, the business will move to One Kings Court in...
Medical Students Host Free Event to Discuss Palliative Care and CPR
Medical and Paramedic students at the University of Worcester are inviting the community to a free pre-Christmas event designed to encourage open conversations around palliative care and CPR. “Show a Little Respect”, taking place on Monday 16th December, will offer an...
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Department for Health Briefing for outdoor venues
In line with the UK Prime Minister’s roadmap plan set out on 22 February, outdoor venues will re-open from Monday 12 April. Hospitality and outdoor venues will be required to follow the updated Contact Details Regulations (‘the Regulations’) by asking the public to...
UK Tax Day 2021
The UK government has published a series of tax documents and consultations related to creating ‘a more trusted, simple and modern tax system’. The consultation announcements and policy paper released on tax day include: Consultation on aviation tax reform – seeks...
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Worcestershire Business Community Carol Service at All Saints Worcester
As the year draws to a close we’re delighted to invite you to The 2019 Worcestershire Business Community Carol Service at All Saints, which takes place on Tuesday 10 December, starting at 6pm in the heart of Worcester city centre. The Carol Service is the final event...
Redditch businessman’s South Pole charity challenge
Redditch businessman Dean Attwell is getting ready to undertake the second biggest charity challenge of his life, to reach the South Pole. The Group Chief Executive of Oakland International is self-funding his expedition to ensure that all money raised will go...
BCC says more must be done to improve UK-EU trade
On the second anniversary of Brexit, and with huge lorry queues being reported at Dover last week, the BCC is calling for urgent action to improve trade with Europe. With well over half of UK exporters (60%) surveyed by the BCC in November 2021 reporting difficulties...
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BCC says more must be done to improve UK-EU trade
On the second anniversary of Brexit, and with huge lorry queues being reported at Dover last week, the BCC is calling for urgent action to improve trade with Europe. With well over half of UK exporters (60%) surveyed by the BCC in November 2021 reporting difficulties...
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Top Secret Elephant on its journey to Worcester
Have you ‘herd’? For eight weeks in the summer of 2021, Worcester will be brought to life by a perfect parade of beautifully decorated elephant sculptures. Elephants – both big and small – will form a stunning, free art trail through the city’s streets and open spaces, bringing together the community for one unforgettable event created by St.Richard’s Hospice.
Are you looking for office space in Pershore?
Five high spec offices on the ground floor of the Civic Centre at Pershore are now available for the first businesses to move in. The Pillar will offer a pillar of support to businesses with access to the bespoke business advice and grant funding they need to help...
Herefordshire News
Covid rules: What are the new coronavirus restrictions?
A series of new restrictions to try to stop the spread of coronavirus in England have been announced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
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Support urgently needed for hospitality businesses forced to close early
The government this week have set out further restrictions on certain businesses and have reversed its stance on working from home following the COVID-19 alert level being raised to 4 as a result of rising new coronavirus cases.
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Gwen Walford Care Home Celebrates Win at the Hereford Times Health & Social Care Awards 2024
Gwen Walford Nursing Home is thrilled to announce its success at the prestigious Hereford Times Health & Social Care Awards, where the home’s dedicated staff member, Gideon Kusi, won The Good Nurse Award. These awards celebrate the hard work, dedication,...
Employers have Duty to Prevent Workers Suffering Sexual Harassment under New Legislation
Employers across Worcestershire will have a duty to protect their staff from sexual harassment with the introduction of strict new laws. The workplace alert comes from local employment specialist Sally Morris, who says that under the new legislation coming into force...
Healthcare Careers Advice on Offer at Hereford County Hospital
The University of Worcester will be at Hereford County Hospital this month, with advice for people wishing to study or work in the healthcare sector. The event, which will be held on Friday, 25 October, will give staff and visitors to the hospital the chance to meet...
Half-term Adventure Awaits at the Severn Valley Railway
Families can be sure of a warm welcome and an exciting day out at the Severn Valley Railway during the autumn half-term break. The heritage line is open for nine consecutive days of fun, from Saturday 26 October to Sunday 3 November. Hop on board a heritage diesel or...
Claire Carter Joins Coacto as Business Operations Manager
We’re excited to announce that Claire Carter has joined Coacto as our new Business Operations Manager. With more than 18 years of experience supporting Directors and Senior Leaders across a wide range of industries, Claire brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to...
Rotherwood Healthcare Launches Pioneering Wellness Programme to Enhance Resident Well-Being
Rotherwood Healthcare, an award-winning healthcare provider, is excited to announce the official launch of its Rotherwood Wellness Programme, a pioneering initiative designed to enhance the health and well-being of residents across its care homes. This...
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