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John Truslove helps new Fired Earth franchise open in the Midlands
Aztec Tiles, a new store with a franchise for luxury brand Fired Earth, has opened up in Bromsgrove with the help of commercial property agents John Truslove. Company boss James Sirett has been on his hands and knees, tiling the floor of the premises in Sherwood Road,...
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John Truslove helps new Fired Earth franchise open in the Midlands
Aztec Tiles, a new store with a franchise for luxury brand Fired Earth, has opened up in Bromsgrove with the help of commercial property agents John Truslove. Company boss James Sirett has been on his hands and knees, tiling the floor of the premises in Sherwood Road,...
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The Artrix: Bromsgrove’s Theatre Gem Reborn
Before the pandemic, The Artrix was celebrated as the premier theatre destination in Bromsgrove, but when Covid struck, the venue transformed into a vaccination centre, serving the community in a vital new way. After this, The Artrix remained closed, reopening briefly...
Hands On At Work partners with Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity to support NHS staff wellbeing
Massage therapy initiative launches across three hospital sites during National Stress Awareness Month Hands On At Work has announced a new 12-month partnership with Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity, designed to boost the physical and mental wellbeing of NHS...
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Worcester Law Firm mfg Solicitors Announces a Trio of Promotions
Worcester law firm mfg Solicitors has announced a trio of promotions which include the appointment of two new partners and an associate. Respected Residential Property specialist Sharon Lerry has been promoted to partner along with colleague Tom Bell from the firm’s...
From Hereford to Tanzania: Ben Shirley Takes NMITE’s Expertise Abroad to Drive Sustainable Change
Ben Shirley, a Teaching Fellow in Architectural Practice at NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) has helped spread NMITE’s reputation in the field of engineering recently when contributing to a humanitarian project in Tanzania. Ben joined NMITE’s...
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Small Business Commissioner consultation
New proposals have been outlined by government to ensure small businesses in the UK are paid on time, Small Business Minister Paul Scully today announced (1 October). Currently £23.4 billion worth of late invoices are owed to small firms across Britain, impacting on...
Boris Johnson defends ‘strong local’ measures to beat virus
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has defended the use of localised measures to combat Covid-19 across the UK. Mr Johnson told MPs “strong local action” was needed in response to “a serious and growing” virus resurgence. Labour’s Sir Keir...
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BCC Coronavirus Survey: cash remains top concern for lockdown-stricken firms across UK
Results from the latest BCC survey on the impact of Coronavirus on businesses show they have been pushed to the brink by the effect of multiple lockdowns. Among the sobering findings from the survey of more than 1,100 businesses are: Three in every five firms (61%)...
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BCC Coronavirus Survey: cash remains top concern for lockdown-stricken firms across UK
Results from the latest BCC survey on the impact of Coronavirus on businesses show they have been pushed to the brink by the effect of multiple lockdowns. Among the sobering findings from the survey of more than 1,100 businesses are: Three in every five firms (61%)...
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Support Carers Rights Day
Each year Carers Rights Day brings organisations across the UK together to help carers in their local community find out how to get the help and support they are entitled to. This year’s theme is Know Your Rights.
Businesses set to re-open from 2nd December
Gyms and non-essential shops in all parts of England will be allowed to reopen when lockdown ends next month, the prime minister has announced.
Boris Johnson told the Commons that the three-tiered regional measures will return from 2 December, but he added that each tier will be toughened.
Herefordshire News
Hereford Lawyers named in “who’s who” of legal profession
Lawyers at a law firm in Hereford have once again figured strongly as leaders in their field in a national guide considered to be the “who’s who” of legal professionals. The Chambers & Partners legal guide has been helping people find the best Lawyers and law...
Herefordshire Employers Celebrate Apprentice Success
Herefordshire Group Training Association welcomed over 300 guests to its Annual Apprentice Awards Evening on Wednesday 13 November at The Courtyard Theatre in Hereford. Each year the Employer led, not for profit training provider, currently in its 52nd year, welcomes...
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Hazelton Mountford Hosts Book Drive for Worcester Foodbank on World Book Day
Hazelton Mountford, Chamber Patron members and Chartered Insurance brokers, are inviting businesses from across the two counties to ‘buy a book’ at their fundraising ‘Book Bonanza’ on World Book Day. Team Hazelton Mountford are preparing for...
National Apprenticeship Week Success Culminates with Launch of 2024 Apprenticeships Awards
Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and Worcestershire County Council are excited to announce the 2024 Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards. The announcement comes at the conclusion of National Apprenticeship Week, which again proved to be another...
University’s Week of Activities Shows How to Live More Sustainably
Students came together to bring about a week of themed activities at the University of Worcester designed to inspire people to live more sustainably. The University’s annual Go Green Week saw students working with staff, Worcester Students’ Union and external...
Chancellor Must Outline Sustainable Growth Plan
The British Chambers of Commerce is calling for the Chancellor to use next month’s Budget to work in partnership with business to develop a sustainable growth plan. Among the recommendations in the BCC’s Budget submission are: • Government to match industry-led...
HoW College Takes Gold at Industry Awards
Celebrations are underway at Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW College) after the College’s Marketing team was awarded Gold for the 24/25 prospectus at a national awards competition. The Further Education First Awards, hosted by the College Marketing Network,...
NUMBER FIFTEEN APPOINTED AS WCCC TALENT AND DEVELOPMENT PARTNER
Number Fifteen has been appointed Talent and Development partner for Worcestershire County Cricket Club. The partnership will see Number Fifteen collaborate with Worcestershire’s HR and commercial teams to deliver customer experience excellence and lead on the...
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