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University Research Backs Innovative Prison Scheme to Break Cycle of Reoffending
Experts from the University of Worcester have been working with men recently released from prison to evaluate the impact of an innovative rehabilitation programme centred around fitness. Their report on the pilot scheme could help make the case for rolling the...
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University Research Backs Innovative Prison Scheme to Break Cycle of Reoffending
Experts from the University of Worcester have been working with men recently released from prison to evaluate the impact of an innovative rehabilitation programme centred around fitness. Their report on the pilot scheme could help make the case for rolling the...
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Marches HR launches SafeGuardHR brand
Marches HR Ltd has launched SafeGuardHR, a dedicated brand offering independent safeguarding HR investigations, case reviews and safer recruitment training for schools, academies, charities and other child-centred organisations across England and Wales. This marks a...
TSR’s James Clarke Shortlisted for Global Smart Home Award
Redditch-based smart home specialist TSR Group is proud to announce that team member James Clarke has been named a finalist in the Best Newcomer category at the CEDIA Smart Home Awards 2025, an internationally recognised celebration of excellence in smart home design....
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Worcestershire Headteacher Encourages More Teachers to Join the Profession
The Headteacher of a top Worcestershire school says teaching is one of the most enjoyable and rewarding professions with endless opportunities. “As a teacher, it is indeed a privilege to guide and shape future young lives,” said Dr Tony Evans, Headteacher at Prince...
Research Will Explore Women Drawn into Politics Through Motherhood
A new study being launched by a University of Worcester historian will seek to learn more about how women have been drawn into politics and activism due to motherhood. Dr Anna Muggeridge has been awarded more than £500,000 in funding from UK Research and Innovation...
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Chancellor delivers Budget giving businesses confidence and stability
Yesterday the Chancellor’s budget statement outlined the government’s 3-point plan to support businesses through the spring and into the summer months giving firms more clarity on the way ahead and will allow many to plan with greater optimism and confidence as they...
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...
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Worcester city run places
The Grace Kelly childhood Cancer Trust works tirelessly to raise awareness of the early signs & symptoms of all childhood cancers. Our awareness cards have now reached out nationally and locally to over 500.000 families and aided in the early diagnosis of 7...
Business community lends its support to upcoming charity ball
A glittering Charity Ball in aide of the Oakland Foundation is taking place at the National Motorcycle Museum and Conference Centre, Birmingham on Friday 6 September 2019. Headline sponsors lining up to support the event include SPAR UK, Calderhead Refrigerated...
How is the Chamber representing you?
In recent times we have asked our Membership to engage in Quarterly Economic Surveys, the Salary and Benefits Survey, and have held a number of events such as MP and Council Forums where we have listened to your concerns, and promised we would lobby the British...
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How is the Chamber representing you?
In recent times we have asked our Membership to engage in Quarterly Economic Surveys, the Salary and Benefits Survey, and have held a number of events such as MP and Council Forums where we have listened to your concerns, and promised we would lobby the British...
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Worcester secures £19.6m to transform the city
Worcester is to receive £19.6m to deliver long-term economic growth for the city and support recovery after COVID. The award follows the submission of a successful bid by Worcester City Council to the Government’s £3.6 billion Towns Fund. Worcester was one of...
Self-Employment Income Support Scheme fifth grant
A fifth grant covering May 2021 to September 2021 will be open to claims from late July 2021.
The grant is taxable and will be paid out in a single instalment.
Guidance for claiming the grant will be available by the end of June 2021.
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Customs Grant Scheme
Available to all organisations, who meet the eligibility criteria, to cover up to 100% of eligible training costs
Prepare your business for Brexit – Free Webinar
If you’re wondering how to prepare your business for Brexit, our free webinar in partnership with Gowling WLG LLP is a great place to start to get your business Brexit-ready for 31 January 2020.
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Dorset House Celebrates Care Home Open Week with a Spectacular Open Day Event
Dorset House, a renowned care home under the umbrella of Rotherwood Healthcare, celebrated Care Home Open Week by hosting a delightful Care Home Open Day on Friday, 28th June. Located in Droitwich Spa, Dorset House is known for its award-winning Residential and...
Health and Social Care Professionals Celebrated at Annual Mentor Awards
Health and Social Care professionals from across Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, Shropshire, Worcestershire and the West Midlands have been recognised for their outstanding contribution in mentoring students from the University of Worcester. The University recently...
Research Will Explore Climate-Induced Migration
Two academics at the University of Worcester are part of a global research project looking at climate-induced migration and building resilience for communities. The groundbreaking £2.3million three-year research project, Climate Adaptation and Resilience Strategies...
Outstanding in Fashion Award – Local entrepreneur celebrates success
Director of LozBoutique, Lorraine Gbadegesin is celebrating a huge win at the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA). Speaking about her experience – “Deeply honored to received the outstanding achievement in fashion award which is an inspiration for us to...
‘Three Counties’ Group Champions B Corp at Business Summit
Hartlebury, UK – Friday 28th June 2024; The ‘Three Counties B Corp’ group brought together over 50 local businesses from Worcestershire, Herefordshire and Gloucestershire for a transformative summit to explore the benefits and process of the B Corp...
Web Accessibility as a CSR Superpower
Web accessibility is not just another technical checkbox but a vital aspect of corporate social responsibility (CSR). At the core of accessibility is inclusivity. It’s about ensuring websites are accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities....
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