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May 2026 Cohort: TDM Unveils AI & Automation Practitioner Level 4 Apprenticeship for Local Employers
Time to turn your AI ambitions into action. As artificial intelligence and automation rapidly reshape the way organisations operate, many local businesses are asking the same question: Where do we start? Or if they have started – How can we scale this? The...
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May 2026 Cohort: TDM Unveils AI & Automation Practitioner Level 4 Apprenticeship for Local Employers
Time to turn your AI ambitions into action. As artificial intelligence and automation rapidly reshape the way organisations operate, many local businesses are asking the same question: Where do we start? Or if they have started – How can we scale this? The...
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Major investment marks new chapter for HCR Law’s Hereford office
A significant milestone has been reached in the heart of Hereford as HCR Law unveils its newly refurbished office, marking a major investment in the city centre and reaffirming its long-standing commitment to the region. After 13 successful years in its current...
HCR Law’s Midlands Corporate team leads M&A deal volume
Experian’s latest data shows a drop in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the UK during the first half of 2025, reflecting economic uncertainty and a cautious business environment. Deal volumes fell by 16% in H1 2025 compared to H1 2024, according to...
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University Students Earn Places on Healthcare Leadership Programme
Two University of Worcester students have secured places on a prestigious programme that aims to develop future healthcare leaders. Jake Shaw, who is coming into his second year studying Mental Health Nursing, and Swathi Suresh, who is in her third year of an Adult...
University Study to Find out Why Food is so Good when it Comes to Helping People who Live with Dementia.
A new study from the University of Worcester-based Association for Dementia Studies will examine how food is used by community groups that support people affected by dementia. The Food, Glorious Food project is now underway, aiming to understand the impact of offering...
Chamber News
Could you champion the Marches Growth Hub?
The search is on for a new person to lead the region’s one-stop business advice service. The Marches Growth Hub – which brings together all national and local business support under one roof – is seeking a dynamic new chair to spearhead its work in...
Firms in the dark on future Coronavirus restrictions
The British Chambers of Commerce has called on the UK government to publish its approach to national Coronavirus restrictions in England without delay, providing firms with: at least one week’s notice ahead of December 2nd; scientific evidence for any continuing...
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Trade update
The Department for International Trade (DIT) announced they would be continuing with some of the steel safeguard measures which were due to expire on Thursday 1 July. In a written ministerial statement to MPs, Trade Secretary Liz Truss MP continued the tariff rate...
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Trade update
The Department for International Trade (DIT) announced they would be continuing with some of the steel safeguard measures which were due to expire on Thursday 1 July. In a written ministerial statement to MPs, Trade Secretary Liz Truss MP continued the tariff rate...
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Employers urged to have their say on the Skills agenda
The Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) is keen to make sure the Government’s wider skills offers continue to meet the needs of employers looking to develop their future talent; as well as individuals looking to progress in their careers. The following link opens a series of questions seeking employers insight and observations on a number of issues.
Green Grants for Worcestershire Businesses
Funding and support to grow your green credentials
Herefordshire News
NHS call for business support
The NHS are calling for businesses across the UK to help with protective equipment such as goggles and protection screens. Protective equipment such as goggles are a critical safety item for frontline staff and there are concerns that supplies will not last. The...
Government release guidance on closure of businesses and premises
The government has released guidance on what businesses and premises should close and any exceptions. Takeaway and delivery services may remain open under the guidance previously provided by the government. Online retail is still open and encouraged and postal and...
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Health and Social Care Professionals Celebrated at Annual Mentor Awards
Health and Social Care professionals from across Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, Shropshire, Worcestershire and the West Midlands have been recognised for their outstanding contribution in mentoring students from the University of Worcester. The University recently...
Research Will Explore Climate-Induced Migration
Two academics at the University of Worcester are part of a global research project looking at climate-induced migration and building resilience for communities. The groundbreaking £2.3million three-year research project, Climate Adaptation and Resilience Strategies...
Outstanding in Fashion Award – Local entrepreneur celebrates success
Director of LozBoutique, Lorraine Gbadegesin is celebrating a huge win at the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA). Speaking about her experience – “Deeply honored to received the outstanding achievement in fashion award which is an inspiration for us to...
‘Three Counties’ Group Champions B Corp at Business Summit
Hartlebury, UK – Friday 28th June 2024; The ‘Three Counties B Corp’ group brought together over 50 local businesses from Worcestershire, Herefordshire and Gloucestershire for a transformative summit to explore the benefits and process of the B Corp...
Web Accessibility as a CSR Superpower
Web accessibility is not just another technical checkbox but a vital aspect of corporate social responsibility (CSR). At the core of accessibility is inclusivity. It’s about ensuring websites are accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities....
Clients don’t come first…
Actually, your employees do. Take care of your employees and they will take care of your clients. Companies that make their employees’ wellbeing and happiness a priority are inevitably more successful. What can you do for your employees? When they need a break, where...
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