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While High Streets Struggle, This Business Is Thriving
As household names disappear from high streets, one Worcester business is quietly thriving. The difference? While the location of their work has changed, their values haven’t. Cleaning Technique, a commercial cleaning company celebrating its 40th anniversary,...
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While High Streets Struggle, This Business Is Thriving
As household names disappear from high streets, one Worcester business is quietly thriving. The difference? While the location of their work has changed, their values haven’t. Cleaning Technique, a commercial cleaning company celebrating its 40th anniversary,...
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Welcome to your latest edition of Branch Lines!
Were you lucky enough to visit the Valley over the festive period? Things were humming from Boxing Day through till 4 January. And what a high we ended the season on! Two days of sunny but cold weather and a Winter Steam Gala as well. What more could we ask for? No...
New Collaboration to Make Cricket More Accessible in Herefordshire
A new collaboration between Herefordshire Cricket, Hereford Sixth Form College and the University of Worcester will transform access to cricket for young people in the region. The initiative, which is already underway, sees weekly coaching sessions delivered at the...
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History Students get Rare Insight into Original Documents Written by 18th-Century Royalty
A group of Worcester students were treated to a rare glimpse of original documents written by George III and his family as part of a visit to the Royal Archives at Windsor Castle. The University of Worcester group was able to see the collections thanks to connections...
Worcester’s Cricketers Become National Champions
The University of Worcester’s Men’s Cricket Team are national champions after they triumphed at Edgbaston in the Super 8 Indoor Championship Finals. The British Universities and Colleges Sports competition saw Worcester defeat strong opposition from the likes of...
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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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Local Charities and Businesses Experience the power of networking in Malvern.
Malvern business owner Esther Partridge-Warner of Online Media Works has recently launched a new networking group in the town. Malvern Pearls meets twice a month at the beautiful venue of Elmslie House in Avenue Road. The objective is for Malvern Pearls to be a place...
An Evening with Gordan Giltrap Supporting Artist: Ray Mytton
The evening will take place at Spectrum Days, Old Coach Road, Droitwich Spa,Worcestershire, WR9 8BB All proceeds will be going towards the refurbishment of the Kitchen, a vital resource for our members. Date: Friday 25 October 2019 Tickets Price: £15.00 Refreshments...
BCC finds rising cyber-attack fears in hybrid working world
A new survey of almost 1,000 UK firms, of all sectors and sizes, has revealed that more than half believe their IT systems have been left more exposed to attack following the huge increase in people working from home during the pandemic. The research by the British...
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BCC finds rising cyber-attack fears in hybrid working world
A new survey of almost 1,000 UK firms, of all sectors and sizes, has revealed that more than half believe their IT systems have been left more exposed to attack following the huge increase in people working from home during the pandemic. The research by the British...
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Upskilling Grants available through Malvern Hills District Council
Malvern Hills District Council are providing support and additional grant funding of up to £2000 to businesses who wish to upskill their staff. The money supports all businesses that employ less than 250 people, when they commence training a current member of staff or...
Warwickshire College Group gives latest update on Pershore & Evesham colleges
The Warwickshire College Group (WCG) have updated their stakeholders on the developments across their Pershore & Evesham colleges. There is good news within Evesham as achievement rates have risen in the past 5 years since WCG merged with South Worcestershire...
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Herefordshire Council announces extension to the Discretionary Grant Fund
Herefordshire Council has announced an extension to the Discretionary Grant Scheme for businesses and charities, and invites any further eligible businesses to apply for funding. Herefordshire council have now paid out over £56 million of central government grant...
NMITE Professor receives prestigious Leverhulme Emeritus research grant
New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) will be the host for a prestigious Leverhulme Emeritus Research Grant to observe its pioneering ‘Learning without Lectures’ technique as it is put into practice. The grant was awarded to Honorary NMITE...
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Terminally Ill Residents In Remote Region Of Tanzania, East Africa Receiving Expert Care Thanks To The Herefordshire-based Charity Muheza Hospice Care
An ever-increasing number of people living with terminal illness in a remote area of east Africa are receiving expert care and support thanks to the generosity of a Herefordshire charity. Muheza Hospice Care was set-up more than two decades ago by Doctors Karilyn and...
Sutcliffe & Co Welcomes Three New Starters to Support Growth
Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers, a leading provider of bespoke insurance solutions, is delighted to announce the expansion of its team with the addition of three new starters. This expansion supports the company’s growth strategy and ongoing commitment to...
School Pupils Learn about Tech at the University of Worcester
Around 60 high school students have had a taste of what a career in the cyber industry feels like as they spent the day learning new skills at the University of Worcester. The Nunnery Wood High School pupils got hands-on with virtual reality and artificial...
Get ahead of changes – Autumn Budget Guide 2024
Navigating the Autumn Budget: A Guide for Businesses The recent Autumn Budget has brought significant changes to the UK tax landscape. As a business owner, it’s crucial to understand how these changes may impact your operations and financial planning. Our...
New Teaching Facility for Health and Medical Students Wins Gold Award
A vibrant new teaching space for health professionals, created by the University of Worcester, has been recognised as the best non-NHS healthcare facility at a national awards ceremony. The Elizabeth Garrett Anderson building on Hylton Road, Worcester, which opened in...
Herefordshire Holiday Park Supports End-of-Life Care for Children Across the West Midlands
A North Herefordshire holiday park continues to honour its 2024 Silver Anniversary pledge by donating yet another thousand pounds to charity. November’s nomination from Discover Parks to mark 25 years of trading, goes to Acorns Children’s Hospice that provides...
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