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Merton Meadow flood project paves the way for new homes and regeneration
Work has officially begun on an innovative project that marks a major step towards the Council’s ambitions to transform city centre land at Merton Meadow, creating the foundations for future homes for people of all ages, publicly accessible wetland spaces, and the...
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Merton Meadow flood project paves the way for new homes and regeneration
Work has officially begun on an innovative project that marks a major step towards the Council’s ambitions to transform city centre land at Merton Meadow, creating the foundations for future homes for people of all ages, publicly accessible wetland spaces, and the...
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Fuel the Journey, Power the Care: St Michael’s Hospice to launch four-day fundraising appeal to support nursing teams on the road
St Michael’s Hospice is launching a four-day fundraising campaign to support its nursing teams out on the road. ‘Fuel the Journey, Power the Care’ begins this Friday (8th) with the aim of raising £43,250 towards fuelling, leasing and insuring the fleet of Hospice at...
ONE’s 50km Charity Walk in aid of Worcester Snoezelen
As part of their 50th anniversary celebrations multi-disciplinary design company, ONE Creative environments’ (ONE’s) team will be undertaking a range of challenges to raise money for Worcester Snoezelen. This includes a 50km walk, taking place on 11 and 12 September...
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West Midlands employers experiencing pre-pandemic levels of vacancies according to HCR report
The West Midlands is suffering disproportionately from a national skills shortage, with one in four vacancies now classed as ‘hard to fill’. HCR Law has recently published a report reviewing the impact this is having on the region and how businesses can address these...
Oakland International Appoints Group HR Director
Nicola Harris has been appointed Group HR Director by total supply chain solutions provider Oakland International. A skilled professional in talent management, people development and a pragmatic leader, Nicola has 25 years’ experience in entrepreneurial and owner...
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BREAKING: Tier review – what does this mean for the two counties?
Today (17 December 2020), Health Secretary Matt Hancock has addressed the Commons to announce the latest changes to the tiered system. Following a review of coronavirus cases, Herefordshire will now be moved from tier 2 down into tier 1. Bristol and North Somerset are...
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...
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BCC release Economic Review for June 2021
The latest data suggests that despite the first quarter contraction in UK GDP, economic conditions are improving amid the rapid vaccine rollout, the boost from the easing of restrictions and continued government support. However, with many firms struggling with the...
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BCC release Economic Review for June 2021
The latest data suggests that despite the first quarter contraction in UK GDP, economic conditions are improving amid the rapid vaccine rollout, the boost from the easing of restrictions and continued government support. However, with many firms struggling with the...
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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.
Opportunity: Chamber on the hunt for HR Consultants
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce have an exciting opportunity for specialist HR consultants to apply to become an Associate HR Consultant for the Chamber.
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Over £169m for Herefordshire & Worcestershire Businesses
A combined figure of over £169 million has been paid out to businesses across Herefordshire & Worcestershire who have been affected by the Coronavirus under the Government’s Small Business Grant Scheme. Over £134 million has been paid out to businesses in...
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...
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Former Student all Set for Huge Cycling Challenge in Memory of his Daughters.
A former student has just completed his final preparation session at the University of Worcester ahead of a 200-mile cycle challenge across some of the UKs most challenging terrains. 55-year-old Tony Frobisher already counts the London Marathon, a cycle from Land’s...
University Event Raises Awareness of the Importance of Plants in our World
Residents in Worcester can find out all about the important role that plants play in our lives thanks to a free interactive event organised by University of Worcester scientists. Academics and research students will deliver a day of activities, informative talks,...
Jane Newman Financial Planning Ltd Celebrates Top Rated Adviser 2024 Accolade by VouchedFor
Jane Newman Financial Planning Ltd proudly announces that their financial advisers have been honoured with the prestigious Top Rated Adviser 2024 recognition by VouchedFor, a leading platform for finding and reviewing financial advisers in the UK. VouchedFor’s Top...
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...
Ballards LLP Joins Global Accounting Association to Expand International Offering
Ballards LLP, a leading Midlands based professional services firm, has joined one of the world’s leading tax, audit and advisory associations, AGN International. The growing firm, which now employs over 120 people, expanded its international offering to meet the...
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