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Policing Students Tackle Violence Against Women and Girls with Poster Campaign
Aspiring police officers at the University of Worcester have created a powerful public messaging campaign aimed at tackling violence against women and girls. Students on the Professional Policing degree produced posters inspired by their studies, focused on educating...
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Policing Students Tackle Violence Against Women and Girls with Poster Campaign
Aspiring police officers at the University of Worcester have created a powerful public messaging campaign aimed at tackling violence against women and girls. Students on the Professional Policing degree produced posters inspired by their studies, focused on educating...
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New Course in Tutoring at Worcester
A new postgraduate degree to support those entering the private tutoring industry has been launched by the University of Worcester in partnership with Qualified Tutor, a leading professional organisation specialising in tutor education. The Professional Tutoring...
DRPG’s 45-Year Story Celebrated with Family, Clients and Community
Creative communications agency DRPG marked its 45th anniversary with a full-day celebration across two West Midlands venues on Saturday 21 June 2025. The milestone event brought together over 1,000 clients, partners, team members, and families, for a programme of...
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Business Community Invited to Support Charity Ball
Business Community Invited to Support Charity Ball The Oakland Foundation, a children’s charity, will benefit from a Charity Ball to be held on Saturday, September 28th, at the Crowne Plaza, Stratford-Upon-Avon. An evening of music, fun and fundraising all to support...
Thursfields has Advised MTM Engineering on its Acquisition of TA Ronan, a Leading Provider of Cable Installation and Termination Services in the UK.
MTM was founded in 1997 and, in its 27-year history, has expanded rapidly, both organically and through acquisition. In 2022, Waterland Private Equity completed the acquisition of a majority stake in the MTM group. TA Ronan was established in 1949 and is headquartered...
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Christmas ‘bubble’ restrictions
Addressing the Commons on Wednesday 16 December, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the rules allowing three households to mix over the Christmas period were “maximums, not targets to aim for”, adding: “a smaller Christmas is going to be a safer...
Business Interruption Loan available to help Worcestershire businesses
Eligible Worcestershire businesses can now access the updated Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS). The scheme helps small and medium-sized businesses to access loans and other kinds of finance up to £5 million. The government guarantees 80% of the...
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International travel given ‘green light’ to 12 countries
A new traffic light system revealed by the government last week means that international travel will no longer be illegal and anyone returning from ‘green list’ countries will not have to quarantine from May 17. 12 countries have been added to the ‘green...
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International travel given ‘green light’ to 12 countries
A new traffic light system revealed by the government last week means that international travel will no longer be illegal and anyone returning from ‘green list’ countries will not have to quarantine from May 17. 12 countries have been added to the ‘green...
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£40,000 Boost for Worcestershire Retirement Saving Trials
The Department for Work and Pensions has today announced a £40,000 funding boost in Worcestershire for schemes that help people take stock of their wealth and health as they get closer to retirement. With the pandemic impacting people’s finances in different ways,...
Website Design and Hosting Opportunity
Due to funding, the Midlands Cyber brand has been dormant since 2019, therefore we are now committed to a complete refresh and redesign ahead of its April 2021 relaunch, and need a creative web designer and host to bring this vision to life.
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Local Distillery producing hand sanitiser for the NHS and community
BRITISH HAND SANITISER By Black Mountains Botanicals, Herefordshire Manufactured to world health organisation guidance plus an added trace of Juniper essential oil Made in Herefordshire in small batches in a small distillery re-purposed to make emergency hand...
Little Princess Trust opens online shop
The Little Princess Trust now has its very own online shop! It means the charity’s incredible supporters can show the pride they have in helping the Hereford-based charity by raising its profile every time they leave the home. Wristbands, T-shirts, umbrellas and...
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Andy Street Praises Investment in Local Economy from Ballards’ New Birmingham Office
Ballards LLP, a leading regional accounting and professional services firm, officially opened its new Birmingham city centre office recently. Andy Street, Mayor of the West Midlands, was on hand to cut the ribbon and deliver remarks praising Ballards’ investment...
Launch of Midlands Engine Investment Fund II unlocks millions in funding for smaller businesses in Worcestershire
The Midlands Engine Investment Fund II will deliver a £400m commitment of new funding for smaller businesses The fund will build on the success of the first Midlands Engine Investment Fund and support access to early-stage finance 440 West Midlands...
Hereford Care Home Celebrates 10 -Year Anniversary
Gwen Walford Care Home, a beacon of care and compassion in the heart of Herefordshire, proudly celebrated its 10th anniversary. To commemorate this milestone the home hosted a splendid black-tie event, welcoming residents, staff, families, and esteemed guests to join...
Working Together to Keeping Kids Safe
GTAccess Ltd, a leading provider of access equipment solutions, and Mervyn Thomas Transport, a prominent logistics company, have joined forces to enhance child safety at Eardisley Primary School. In a collaborative effort to promote safety within the community,...
GTAccess Ltd Wins The Business Desk West Midlands Family Business of the Year Award
GTAccess Ltd is thrilled to announce that on Thursday 22nd February we have been awarded the prestigious Family Business of the Year award by The Business Desk West Midlands. This recognition highlights our unwavering dedication to excellence, innovation, and...
The Withdrawal of BT Redcare Alarm Signalling Products
In a recent announcement, BT Redcare has shaken up the alarm signalling industry by declaring the cessation of new product sales by the end of February 2024. Moreover, all existing product services will come to an end on August 1st 2025, or earlier if contractual...
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