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Family Fun and Activities at The Hive to Mark Earth Day
From ‘flying’ like a bird thanks to the magic of virtual reality to learning about the plastic polluting our oceans, families can enjoy a host of free interactive activities at The Hive next week in celebration of Earth Day. Budding environmentalists can explore a...
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Family Fun and Activities at The Hive to Mark Earth Day
From ‘flying’ like a bird thanks to the magic of virtual reality to learning about the plastic polluting our oceans, families can enjoy a host of free interactive activities at The Hive next week in celebration of Earth Day. Budding environmentalists can explore a...
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Prime Mix launches Strategic Marketing Package ‘Point’ for Professional Services
Worcester-based Prime Mix Marketing is excited to launch Point, a new strategic marketing package designed specifically for the professional services sector, for companies who want to achieve their business objectives with a focused marketing plan specific to their...
Gift Aid Fuels 105 life-saving missions for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity
To mark Gift Aid Awareness Day on Thursday 9th October, Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is showcasing the incredible impact of a simple tick box exercise, and how it can save lives. Thanks to the generosity of its supporters and the power of Gift Aid, the...
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Strategic Hire Sees Talbots Law Expand Into Agriculture Market
Worcester-based law firm launches its Agricultural Team with a marquee hire. Leading regional law firm, Talbots Law, has strengthened its ranks with the addition of Sean Spinetto as its new Head of Agriculture and Strategic Land Development. The move will see Sean...
New GuildHE CEO Visits University of Worcester
The new Chief Executive of universities representative group GuildHE said she was impressed by the University of Worcester’s approach to accessibility and community relations during a recent visit. Worcester was the first GuildHE member institution visited by Dr...
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Financial support for ‘wet pubs’
Boris Johnson has promised to issue one-off payments of £1,000 to ‘wet pubs’ in December. ‘Wet pubs’ are pubs that only sell drinks/do not sell food, meaning they will be unable to open in Tier 2 and Tier 3 areas due to new restrictions. On...
Spending £10 locally this Christmas could boost Worcestershire economy by £2.5m
If every household in the county spent just £10 with Worcestershire businesses, the local economy could be boosted by around £2.5m this Christmas. As the festive season gets underway, many small businesses will be opening their doors for the first time in weeks and...
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Shared Parental Leave Tool
The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has launched a new online tool to: help parents check quickly if they are eligible for Shared Parental Leave and Pay decide how they will share the leave that is available between them plan their leave...
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Shared Parental Leave Tool
The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has launched a new online tool to: help parents check quickly if they are eligible for Shared Parental Leave and Pay decide how they will share the leave that is available between them plan their leave...
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Help us to keep everyone safe by getting the number of cases down
Across Worcestershire the number of cases of Coronavirus is dropping but in Redditch the number is still very high.
Local Cycling Scheme Recognised for Efforts to Improve Sustainability
A scheme to get more people cycling has been recognised with an International CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Excellence Award. Woo Bikes, a partnership pilot e-bike scheme, led by the University of Worcester alongside Worcester City Council, Worcestershire...
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Herefordshire Council pay out £13million in Coronavirus grant funding
At time of writing, 8 April, Herefordshire Council have paid out over £13million in grant funding to support local businesses during the Coronavirus outbreak. A further £2.7million is currently being processed. They have been working hard to identify local businesses...
Time for Positive Thinking and Change
Leominster based creative agency Orphans Press are encouraging customers to stay positive and think of new angles for business. The company provides design, printing and web development services and Helen Bowden, director, advocates an agile approach and lateral...
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Popular ISO Standards for the Manufacturing Industry
Are you a manufacturing company looking to adopt ISO certification but don’t know where to start? Here, ISO Quality Services share the three popular standards amongst their manufacturing clients: 1. ISO 9001 Quality Management Quality control is essential for any...
Hospital and University Celebrate Biomedical Science Day
Healthcare staff from Wye Valley NHS Trust and students from the University of Worcester celebrated Biomedical Science Day, on 6 June, and the important role it plays in healthcare. Wye Valley NHS Trust’s biomedical science team held an awareness stand for the public...
Vinco’s Path to Excellence As They Join MPBA
Vinco proudly joins the Modular and Portable Building Association (MPBA), solidifying its commitment to excellence and customer service in the industry. Established in 1938, MPBA is a leading authority promoting modern construction techniques and professional...
Serco Restart Scheme Arrange Work Experience Programme with Great Success
The Restart Scheme is part of the Government’s wider ‘Plan for Jobs’ programmes to help people develop their skills so they can find sustainable employment. Serco delivers the Restart Scheme in West Central England on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions...
Worcester Graduate Part of National Campaign to Boost Number of Childminders
Lynne Adamson is taking a break after finishing her foundation degree in Integrated Working with Families and Children. She did it part time alongside her full-time job as a childminder and is about to come back to Worcester for another two years of part time study...
Number Fifteen Recruitment Commences WCCC Customer Experience Project
Number Fifteen has commenced management of a season-long customer experience project on behalf of Worcestershire County Cricket Club. The project involves mystery shopping, customer experience and employee experience. After gathering visitor and supporter feedback...
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