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March – Herefordshire Area Council Meeting Notes
Construction Sector: Recent data from the S&P Global UK Construction PMI highlights a difficult start to 2026 for the industry, with the index falling to 44.5 in February, well below the 50 mark that signals contraction, driven by weak demand, fewer new projects,...
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March – Herefordshire Area Council Meeting Notes
Construction Sector: Recent data from the S&P Global UK Construction PMI highlights a difficult start to 2026 for the industry, with the index falling to 44.5 in February, well below the 50 mark that signals contraction, driven by weak demand, fewer new projects,...
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University Links up with Birmingham Panthers to Host Netball Development Hub
Ambitious netballers can hone their skills for the elite level as the University of Worcester prepares to host a new young adult training and development hub for Netball Super League franchise Birmingham Panthers. The University will host a Panthers Under 23 hub for...
Christmas magic in the making at the Severn Valley Railway
Excitement is building at the Severn Valley Railway (SVR) as behind-the-scenes photos reveal a tantalising glimpse of the all-new Christmas experience, The Great Christmas Train Rescue, part of this year’s festive favourite, the Santa Steam Special. The newly released...
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Two Worcester Graduates Made Partners at Local Law Firm
Two University of Worcester graduates have been made partners at a law firm just four years after graduating. Phil Harris and Daniel Williams are now partners at Quality Solicitors Parkinson Wright in Worcestershire. Studying together, they took their Law LLB (hons)...
University Estates Team Shortlisted for National Award
The University of Worcester’s Estates team has been shortlisted for a prestigious award for its work to create an outstanding new facility for health and medical education. The Elizabeth Garrett Anderson building opened in April 2023 and is home to the University’s...
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Schools to remain closed until at least 8 March
At a Downing Street news conference on Wednesday 27 January, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said that schools in England will not be able to reopen to all pupils after the February half-term, but could do so from 8 March. He said: “The date of 8 March is the...
Celebrating careers education in England
Do you know someone who is devoted to driving great careers guidance for young people? What about an organisation that has been steadfast in helping young people during the pandemic? Or do you know a brilliant young person who themselves has focussed on enhancing...
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Team Fortis raise funds for Parkinson’s UK
A team of dragon boaters from Worcestershire’s largest social landlord have raised almost £700 for a charity which supports 1 in 350 people in the UK. The money was raised when the 40-strong team took to the water as part of Worcester’s Dragon Boat Race Regatta. The...
Carbon footprint a mystery to 9 out of 10 small businesses
Research published by the British Chambers of Commerce in partnership with O2 has found that only one in ten (11%) responding businesses, of more than 1,000 surveyed in the UK, are measuring their carbon footprint. This falls to 9% for small businesses, and 5% for...
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Carbon footprint a mystery to 9 out of 10 small businesses
Research published by the British Chambers of Commerce in partnership with O2 has found that only one in ten (11%) responding businesses, of more than 1,000 surveyed in the UK, are measuring their carbon footprint. This falls to 9% for small businesses, and 5% for...
Worcestershire News
Restart Grant Scheme now open for applications
On 3 March 2021, the Chancellor announced the Restart Grant Scheme to help support businesses affected by the Coronavirus pandemic as they reopen in line with the gradual lifting of restrictions. Applications for the Restart Scheme are now open until 30 June 2021....
West Midlands Business Expo welcomes over 2,000 virtual visitors
More than 2,000 visitors attended a West Midlands-wide virtual expo as Chambers across the region continue to lead the support for firms through the COVID-19 crisis. Around 200 exhibitors – including over 50 from Herefordshire & Worcestershire – signed up to the...
Herefordshire News
Applications open for the Herefordshire Council Discretionary Grants Fund
Hundreds of businesses across Herefordshire that did not meet the criteria for previous government Covid-19 grants could now benefit from a discretionary grant fund. To date, around £55.2m has been paid out to more than 4,700 businesses in the county in government...
Online & Interactive Cyber Workshop for Herefordshire Businesses
The Cyber Quarter supported by the University of Wolverhampton and the Hereford Centre for Cyber and Security are proud to be delivering a newly developed suite of Online ERDF funded workshops for Herefordshire businesses. These are free, informative and wholly...
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Worcestershire based Ballards LLP Appoints Peter Henry as New Governance and Risk Director
Ballards LLP is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Henry as its new Governance and Risk Director. With over three decades of experience in audit, compliance, and risk management across various sectors, Peter brings a wealth of knowledge to this crucial role....
Celebrating Acceptance into the ABIA: A New Chapter in Jacquie’s Matchmaking Journey
Jaquie is proud to announce her acceptance as a member of the Association of British Introduction Agencies (ABIA). This is not just a milestone in her career; it’s a testament to the dedication and hard work she’s put into helping people find meaningful connections....
Prime Mix Hosts Successful Training Day for Worcester Sixth Form College Students
Prime Mix Marketing Ltd, a leading marketing agency in the region, has hosted a work experience training day for students from Worcester Sixth Form College, providing practical insights into marketing planning, empowering the next generation of marketing...
Wyevale Nurseries sponsored ‘Long Border’ designs win medals at Tatton
The four Wyevale Nurseries sponsored ‘Long Border’ designs featured at the Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS) Flower Show at Tatton Park this week have won three Silvers and one Bronze Medal (July 17-21, 2024). The winning designs were put together by final year...
Oakland International and City Harvest London Help Nourish Thousands Experiencing Food Poverty
Working in partnership with food redistribution charity City Harvest London, total supply chain solutions provider Oakland International in just one month provided over 12,172 meals and helped reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 23 tonnes. Oakland International’s...
Home Security: Urgent summer holiday appeal from criminals!
You are excited to go on holiday and criminals are pleased to see you go too… A message from criminals… Please advertise your holiday plans on social media, what we really want is photos and messages of you packing your bags, selfies in the car or drinks in the...
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