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Bridges of Light set to return to Worcester in 2026
Worcester’s city centre will once again be transformed this autumn as Bridges of Light returns on 28 and 29 October 2026. Presented by Severn Arts, the free two-day festival brings together high-quality light installations, interactive artworks and large-scale...
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Bridges of Light set to return to Worcester in 2026
Worcester’s city centre will once again be transformed this autumn as Bridges of Light returns on 28 and 29 October 2026. Presented by Severn Arts, the free two-day festival brings together high-quality light installations, interactive artworks and large-scale...
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DRPG Celebrates Creative Careers Month with Industry First Apprenticeship Cohort and Sparks Live Success
DRPG Celebrates Creative Careers Month with Industry First Apprenticeship Cohort and Sparks Live Success Creative communications agency DRPG is championing the next generation of talent this Creative Careers Month with two major milestones: the launch of the UK’s...
Navigating the Future of UK Healthcare: How TR Health Supports You in 2026
As we move closer to 2026, the UK’s healthcare landscape is poised for significant shifts. Demand for timely, accessible medical support is increasing. One of the biggest challenges in 2026 will be the increasing pressure on the NHS, as demand continues to...
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Sutcliffe & Co Celebrates Stefi Gillard’s Achievement as a Certified Cyber Insurance Specialist (CCIS)
Worcester based Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers is proud to announce that Stefi Gilliard, a valued member of their team, has achieved the highly commended status of Certified Cyber Insurance Specialist (CCIS). This certification, earned through the globally...
Director Simeon Chapman delivered a leaders training day at the !Audacious Church in Manchester for the Assemblies of God (AOG)
In November, Director Simeon Chapman (2nd from the right) was honoured to speak at the Assemblies of God (AOG) leaders training day at the !Audacious Church in Manchester. Simeon, with over 30 years of experience in insurance, shared his extensive knowledge of risk...
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BCC Brexit survey: Half of UK exporters report difficulties adapting to changes relating to EU-UK goods trade
Results from the first major business survey for 2021 by the British Chambers of Commerce on Brexit found that half (49%) of exporters are facing difficulties in adapting to the changes in the trade of goods following the ratification of the UK-EU Trade and...
Employers urged to have their say on the Skills agenda
The Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) is keen to make sure the Government’s wider skills offers continue to meet the needs of employers looking to develop their future talent; as well as individuals looking to progress in their careers. The following link opens a series of questions seeking employers insight and observations on a number of issues.
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Supported Pathway to a different type of job
Supported Pathway to work. Who can apply: Young people not in education or training, those with mental health issues, Refugees, Prison leavers, Those with hidden & physical disabilities, Care leavers… Charities/Support Workers/Candidates register now. For more...
Top Local Wedding Venue Embarks on Support of Hereford Charity
Brinsop Court Estate, has chosen Herefordshire Mind as its charity partner for this year, as they embark on a series of fundraising events during 2019 to raise money for the Hereford mental health charity. David Harding, Herefordshire Mind Business Development Manager...
Chamber Members nominated for 2021 Business Awards
We’d like to give give a huge congratulations to all of our Members who have been nominated for a Chamber Business Award 2021 across a variety of categories. The Chamber Business Awards are one of the UK’s most prestigious business awards and we are...
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Chamber Members nominated for 2021 Business Awards
We’d like to give give a huge congratulations to all of our Members who have been nominated for a Chamber Business Award 2021 across a variety of categories. The Chamber Business Awards are one of the UK’s most prestigious business awards and we are...
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Midlife MOT resource for Worcestershire
The Worcestershire Midlife MOT website is a new resource to help people in Worcestershire perform a check on three areas of their life: Health, Finance and Career Development. The website acts as a guide to sharing useful links with people so that they can work to...
Specsavers Worcester become first opticians to offer rapid flow testing
Worcestershire COVID-19 cases have now reached the lowest level since August last year. To support the recovery efforts, rapid flow testing for people without symptoms is now available at Specsavers Worcester. They are the first opticians in the county and one of the...
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NHS Birthday 2020 – How your business can get involved
The 5th July marks the 72nd birthday of the NHS and the nation is going to come together to give thanks. Thanks to all those who have helped the NHS through this crisis, those who have gone to work to keep the NHS healthy and supplied, our neighbours who have looked after the vulnerable and the whole country for sticking with social distancing, even when it was hard.
Herefordshire & Worcestershire businesses urged to apply for a Queen’s Award
The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise is an awards programme for British businesses and other organisations who excel at international trade, innovation or sustainable development.
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University Study to Find out Why Food is so Good when it Comes to Helping People who Live with Dementia.
A new study from the University of Worcester-based Association for Dementia Studies will examine how food is used by community groups that support people affected by dementia. The Food, Glorious Food project is now underway, aiming to understand the impact of offering...
Employers Receive Coveted Ministry of Defence Award
Thirty seven employers from the West Midlands region have been presented with their Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Awards. Our awards took place on Wednesday 11th September, at the National Memorial Arboretum. The ERS awards are now in...
The Courtyard October Film Listings
OCTOBER FILM Mon 14, 6.30pm RADIX FILM CLUB PRESENT: RUN LOLA RUN (1998, 15, 35mm) Radix Film Club is bringing back the German mega-hit Run Lola Run on a glorious 35mm print. After her boyfriend Manni loses 100,000DM, Lola has 20 minutes to raise the money and deliver...
Mum Graduates and has Advice for Daughter who’s just Beginning her Studies
It’s a big week for one family, as a mum graduates and her daughter gets ready to begin her studies at the University of Worcester. Around 2000 graduates received their degree certificates this week, and amongst the people celebrating were Caroline Farrell and her...
Ormerod Rutter Chartered Accountants welcomes 12 new apprentices.
Ormerod Rutter Chartered Accountants is proud to announce the addition of 12 new apprentices to its growing team this year. Accountancy apprentices will have the opportunity to work in different areas of the practice whilst working towards their qualifications. The...
Alcea Consulting Limited Named Best Boutique Business Consulting Firm 2024 – West Midlands by SME News Magazine
We are thrilled to announce that Alcea Consulting Limited has been recognised as the Best Boutique Business Consulting Firm 2024 in the West Midlands by the prestigious SME News Magazine. The Worcestershire-based firm founded in 2017 pivoted from providing...
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