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University Leader Welcomes Return of European Study Scheme
The University of Worcester’s Vice Chancellor has welcomed the UK’s decision to rejoin the Erasmus student exchange scheme from 2027, ending a six-year absence. The move will give UK students the chance to study, train, or volunteer across Europe once again. Professor...
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University Leader Welcomes Return of European Study Scheme
The University of Worcester’s Vice Chancellor has welcomed the UK’s decision to rejoin the Erasmus student exchange scheme from 2027, ending a six-year absence. The move will give UK students the chance to study, train, or volunteer across Europe once again. Professor...
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Law firm mfg Solicitors announces raft of specialist promotions
Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors has announced the internal promotions of 13 lawyers across various specialisms and offices, including the appointments of five Legal Directors. Stepping into Legal Director roles are Private Client expert Rachel Summers and Tax...
Wyevale Nurseries to unveil 2026 retailers’ catalogue at HTA National Plant Show
WYEVALE Nurseries’ 2026 promotional catalogue aimed at retailers is launching at the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) National Plant Show this week featuring an abundance of new British-grown varieties (June 2025). The leading commercial grower is showcasing...
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Can you support your local hospital charity by taking part in their Eastnor Castle Walk this Spring?
On May 18th 2024 Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity are hosting their Eastnor Castle Walk! Taking in the beautiful grounds and surrounding countryside this charity walk is the perfect way to get your team together away from the office, in the great...
Boost Recruitment and Retention with ISO 9001
ISO 9001 is known internationally for helping businesses consistently meet customer requirements but is less known for its other benefits like supporting recruitment and retention. Local ISO experts at ISO Quality Services highlight five ways ISO 9001 could help you...
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Third Self-Employed Income Support Scheme Grant opens today
Applications for the third round of grants through the Self-Employed Income Support Scheme (SEISS) open today (1 December). For eligible applicants, the grant will provide a maximum of £7,500 to cover up to 80% of your average trading profits. Previously, the Scheme...
What does Tier 2 (High) mean for Herefordshire & Worcestershire?
Herefordshire & Worcestershire will be placed in the stricter tier two of the government’s coronavirus restrictions.
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BCC reacts to latest UK labour market figures
Yesterday (Tuesday 20 April) the Office for National Statistics released their latest labour market statistics. The figures suggest that the jobs market has been broadly stable in recent months. The UK unemployment rate was estimated at 4.9%, 0.1 percentage points...
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BCC reacts to latest UK labour market figures
Yesterday (Tuesday 20 April) the Office for National Statistics released their latest labour market statistics. The figures suggest that the jobs market has been broadly stable in recent months. The UK unemployment rate was estimated at 4.9%, 0.1 percentage points...
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Vaccine Update for Carers in Worcestershire
Worcestershire Association of Carers, a local charity who support carers, are working closely with Worcestershire County Council and NHS colleagues, to enable as many of Worcestershire’s adult carers as possible to be offered their first Covid-19 Vaccinations. This...
How can the Worcestershire Works Well scheme benefit your business?
Improved employee health and wellbeing has been shown repeatedly to improve profitability and productivity of businesses. Worcestershire Works Well is a free accreditation scheme designed to support businesses to improve the health and wellbeing of their employees. To...
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Guide to the Master Interview
Engagement begins before a candidate is offered a job. Whole books have been written, and websites created, around telling job candidates what questions they can expect when they attend a job interview. This is only possible because interview questions are...
Millions being invested to support Herefordshire businesses
Over £13million in grant funding has been paid to help support local businesses during the Coronavirus outbreak, and a further £2.7million is currently being processed – with a further 320 payments being made today. Due to the pandemic, businesses are operating...
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New Framework to Boost Access to Skills and Jobs
The British Chambers of Commerce People and Work report outlines a 10-point plan to boost workforce skills, by supporting people at every stage of their journey through education and employment. Among the recommendations to politicians are: • An industrial strategy...
Family Lawyer Warns Over Seasonal Marriage Strains
One of Worcestershire’s leading matrimonial solicitors has issued a new year’s warning to couples as UK divorce rates continue to rise. Respected family law expert Anna Robinson, a senior associate at law firm mfg Solicitors, has spoken as the latest data shows that...
Lawyer Issues Alert Over Digital Assets in Wills
Melinda Rice, a senior associate at law firm mfg Solicitors, says there are a growing number of people who are unaware of their digital assets when it comes to preparing for the future. An individual’s digital assets can include online bank accounts, pensions, shares,...
Academics Join Forces for Valentine’s Day Talk Giving Insights on Love
As the nation marks Valentine’s Day, experts from the University of Worcester will be looking at the mysteries of love past and present in a special talk. Professor of Early Modern History, Darren Oldridge and Senior Lecturer in Biology, Dr Kate Ashbrook, will be...
GJS Dillon Promotes Anneka Wilks to Associate Director
Worcestershire Commercial Property Consultancy GJS Dillon is delighted to announce the promotion of its Senior Surveyor Anneka Wilks to Associate Director, Valuations and Professional Services. Anneka is a qualified Chartered Surveyor and RICS Registered Valuer, who...
Grow more in 2024 with the Marches Growth Hub
Businesses across the Marches were today urged to grow more in 2024 by making full use of the vast range of funding and support available to them. The Marches Growth Hub and three local authority partners – Herefordshire, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin councils –...
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