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SME Solicitors’ Private Client team wins ‘Team of the Year’
SME Solicitors, based in Worcester, is delighted to announce that its Private Client team was awarded ‘Private Client Team of the Year’ at the Worcestershire Law Society Awards 2025. The team was recognised for its exceptional client service and community...
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SME Solicitors’ Private Client team wins ‘Team of the Year’
SME Solicitors, based in Worcester, is delighted to announce that its Private Client team was awarded ‘Private Client Team of the Year’ at the Worcestershire Law Society Awards 2025. The team was recognised for its exceptional client service and community...
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Severn Valley Railway makes steady progress towards landslip repairs
Although a firm start date for repairs to the landslip at the Severn Valley Railway’s Mor Brook bridge remains unknown, huge progress has been made in recent weeks. The railway has also shared details of how the work will be undertaken. Last week [1 May], the SVR...
Worcestershire-based consultancy adds legal expertise as rapid growth continues
Limelite HR & Learning, a growing Worcestershire-based consultancy, has strengthened its team with the appointment of Laura Weston MCIPD, MA HRM, LL.B (HONS), a qualified employment lawyer who joins as Lead HR Consultant – Employee Relations. This strategic hire...
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Pershore College named Apprenticeship Training Provider of the Year
A renowned national centre for horticulture has been named the leading training provider for apprenticeships in Worcestershire. Pershore College, which is part of college group WCG, has won the award for Training Provider of the Year at the Worcestershire...
Electric Vehicle Charging Points Available at University Campus
One hundred electric vehicle charging points are now fully operational at the University of Worcester’s Severn Campus, making the site one of the largest electric vehicle charging parks in Europe. The car park, located on Hylton Road, is used by the University...
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Employment Survey 2020 now open. Take part to receive your free copy of the report
Are you still recruiting despite COVID-19? How will the end of furlough impact your staff levels? What challenges have you faced as a result of moving your team to remote working? The outbreak of COVID-19 and subsequent global pandemic has had a dramatic impact on the...
Chamber Statement to Chancellors Winter Economy Plan
The job support scheme, starting on November 1 will help protect livelihoods, allow businesses to hold onto valued and skilled employees and ease cash flow concerns going into the winter months. Action was needed from government as researched from the latest...
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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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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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‘Resilience, Evolution, Recovery’ click connect workshop with GBSLEP
In light of the Covid-19 pandemic GBSLEP will be hosting a virtual event series from Monday 30th November to Friday 4th December 2020. Resilience, Evolution, Recovery will consist of sessions that will focus on themes such as Green Recovery, Diversification, Skills & Innovation, Leadership through crisis and re-imagining our town centres.
Local property market data contradicts national outlook on demand for office space
Office occupancy levels in the UK’s largest cities remain low but a year-on-year data comparison undertaken by a Worcestershire commercial property agency reveals that national trends are not representative of activity at regional level. Pre-pandemic, Worcestershire’s...
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Berrys offers Chamber Members a free farm appraisal
Property, business and planning specialist, Berrys, is offering a free consultation to appraise farm businesses and touch on key areas of performance, strategy and direction. For a limited time, Berrys’ Hereford office is including in this appraisal an initial...
Herefordshire software experts to deliver charity training
A Herefordshire-based software company is doing its bit to help combat HIV infection rates among infants in southern Africa. Software experts from Formus Professional Software have stepped in to assist an American charity, the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS...
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Fundraising event at Fusion Salon!
Earlier in the week, our Fusion salon, based in Redditch, took part in the Style Against Cancer for Children with Cancer UK! The Fusion reception was decorated with Style Against Cancer balloons and banners and the Level 2 hair students were offering clients a wash,...
Worcester based Zebravise launches new HR features in its tool for small businesses
Zebravise are excited to announce that we have launched a new version of our online tool for small businesses, that offers a CRM, HR solution, cashflow manager, task management and marketing all in one simple to use tool. The new HR features include the ability to...
HoW College student takes control of the brush to create the future of their dreams!
Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW College) Level 3 Theatrical Makeup student, Jessie Swain, has taken hold of the brush and created the future of their dreams! Jessie recently completed their Level 3 Theatrical Makeup qualification with HoW College and has now...
Introducing the Current State IT & Digital Assessment: Your Path to IT Excellence
In an ever-evolving digital landscape, staying ahead of the curve is essential for business success. That’s why we are thrilled to unveil our latest offering – the Current State IT & Digital Assessment. This comprehensive assessment is meticulously designed...
CHAMBER NETWORK RESPONDS TO HS2 ANNOUNCEMENT
Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “Following recent speculation, businesses remained hopeful that the Prime Minister would listen to their calls to push on and deliver the long-term infrastructure this country needs. “This is disappointing news for...
University Sports Pitch Named After Former Chair of Governors
University of Worcester staff and students came together with members of the community to celebrate the naming of a sports pitch in honour of a former Chair of Governors. The new 3G artificial turf pitch, at the University’s St John’s Campus, has been named in honour...
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