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Pineapple Recruitment launches new Finance and HR recruitment arm
A leading specialist recruitment firm has expanded its services through the launch of a dedicated Finance and HR recruitment division. Pineapple Recruitment has unveiled its new division which will focus on providing the best professionals for full-time and interim...
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Pineapple Recruitment launches new Finance and HR recruitment arm
A leading specialist recruitment firm has expanded its services through the launch of a dedicated Finance and HR recruitment division. Pineapple Recruitment has unveiled its new division which will focus on providing the best professionals for full-time and interim...
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Weekend rolls into the Severn Valley Railway for a must-see LEGO event
LEGO fans are in for a treat as Brick Weekend arrives at the Severn Valley Railway’s Engine House Visitor Centre for two fun-filled days on Saturday and Sunday 2 and 3 August. Hosted in partnership with the LEGO UK Railway (LUKR) club, this special event will showcase...
Fisher German scoops top training award
A leading property consultancy is celebrating winning a prestigious award for its innovative approach to employee development at the British Training Awards. Fisher German, which has 26 offices across the UK, has been crowned Professional Services Initiative of the...
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FBC Manby Bowdler Trials Artificial Intelligence in Pioneering Research Project
A leading Midlands law firm is trialing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) as part of a pioneering nationwide research project to assess how it might shape the future of the legal sector. FBC Manby Bowdler is one of just eight firms across the country exploring...
New Charitable Fund for Worcestershire Launches
Worcestershire Community Foundation in partnership with Worcestershire County Council are launching a new £200,000 funding programme to support local communities through small grants, positively impacting all areas of the county. The Strengthening Worcestershire Fund...
Chamber News
BUDGET: Support for the self-employed
The Chancellor has announced more support for the self-employed in today’s Budget. With nearly a fifth of self-employed people missing out on previous grants because they had only recently started working for themselves and so could not prove their income status...
How can the Worcestershire Works Well scheme benefit your business?
Improved employee health and wellbeing has been shown repeatedly to improve profitability and productivity of businesses. Worcestershire Works Well is a free accreditation scheme designed to support businesses to improve the health and wellbeing of their employees. To...
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#TeamEcrubox get on their bike for Down’s Syndrome Association
Every year, Ecrubox Digital choose a charity to support with their fundraising activities and this year, the Down’s Syndrome Association was picked. A charity close to their hearts, the Down’s Syndrome Association work tirelessly to improve the quality of the lives of...
Nursery Sponsored Swim Exceeds £1,000 for KEMP for Kids
Kidderminster’s Little Trinity Nursery’s sponsored swim involving children from as young as two-years of age has raised an amazing £1,010 for KEMP for Kids. Little Trinity Nursery manager, Gaynor Carter, said: “Wow we simply can’t get over the generosity of our...
Business support will be crucial as new EU Border and Customs control plans are confirmed
Responding to the publication of Government plans on the future of Border controls, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “The UK Government is intent on proceeding with the phase-in of inbound Great Britain border and customs controls for EU imports in...
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Business support will be crucial as new EU Border and Customs control plans are confirmed
Responding to the publication of Government plans on the future of Border controls, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “The UK Government is intent on proceeding with the phase-in of inbound Great Britain border and customs controls for EU imports in...
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HR Professionals needed
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.
Visit Worcestershire Tourism Awards return for 2021
The 2021 Visit Worcestershire Tourism Awards will open for applications on 14 June 2021, with tourism and hospitality businesses able to apply for 12 awards across a range of different areas. All winners of the Visit Worcestershire Tourism Awards will be submitted for...
Herefordshire News
FOLK2FOLK secure investment from Forest of Dean District Council
Chamber Member FOLK2FOLK local lending company have secured investment from the Forest of Dean District Council. By investing via FOLK2FOLK, the council will be helping to fund business loans to SMEs in the Forest of Dean.
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Leaders in Strategy Blog Episode 2: What’s The Point of Strategy?
Written by Mike Harris, Managing Director at Strategus Consulting In this episode, Mike Harris explores 10 essential reasons why having an organizational strategy is crucial. By replicating the format of his successful workshops, Mike provides a robust defence which...
Leaders in Strategy Blog Episode 1: What is a Strategy?
Written by Mike Harris, Managing Director at Strategus Consulting In this episode, Mike Harris goes back to the start and sets out what we mean by a business strategy. By replicating the format of his successful workshops, Mike provides a clear & memorable...
Students Celebrate their Work with Family and Friends Ahead of Public Exhibition
Students have celebrated their artistic accomplishments with their family and friends, staff, and industry professionals at the Arts Degree Show 2024. The show is an annual event where students showcase their work and is a celebration of their time at the University...
Rotherwood Healthcare’s Triple Triumph at The Care Home Awards 2024
Rotherwood Healthcare is thrilled to share its remarkable success at The Care Home Awards 2024, where it clinched three significant accolades: ‘Best for Staff Recruitment and Retention’, ‘Best Use of Care Management Software, and ‘Best...
Talk Explores the Role of Places in the Music we Love.
‘Waterloo Sunset’, ‘New York, New York’, and even ‘A Land Down Under’; some of the most iconic songs of all time have been about specific places. But how do you go about taking the environment you are in, and turning it into a song? The University of Worcester’s Dr...
Leadership consultants launches new podcast focused on business strategy.
Strategus Consulting have launched an exciting new podcast, The Leaders In Strategy Podcast. It offers a unique opportunity for listeners to learn and grow as strategic leaders. Host Mike Harris said: “I am really excited to be doing this. I was looking at how we...
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