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PB Signs: Worcestershire’s Leaders in Creative, Bespoke Signage

PB Signs: Worcestershire’s Leaders in Creative, Bespoke Signage

PB Signs are leading the way in Worcestershire for creativity and cutting-edge production. Founded in 2009 and based in Malvern, the team design, produce and install standout signage and print for organisations of all sizes – from local SMEs to national brands. Carl...

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Former Student to Exhibit Artwork Inspired by the Victorians

Former Student to Exhibit Artwork Inspired by the Victorians

A former University of Worcester art student is showcasing her Victorian-themed artwork in a free exhibition at The Hive. Alexandra Gordon will be displaying her latest collection, called ‘Under Glass’, a series of 13 arrangements inspired by the Victorian...

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Festive Fundraising at Kingsway House

Festive Fundraising at Kingsway House

Charity events at Kingsway House always tick a number of boxes for those who attend. Of course there’s the feelgood factor of knowing you are helping to raise money for a good cause. But in addition there is always a lovely atmosphere in which to meet and...

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New grants for businesses affected by local lockdowns

New grants for businesses affected by local lockdowns

Businesses in England required to close due to local lockdowns or targeted restrictions will now be able to receive grants worth up to £1,500 every three weeks, Chief Secretary to the Treasury Steve Barclay told MPs today. To be eligible for the grant, a business must have been required to close due to local Covid 19 restrictions. The largest businesses will receive £1,500 every three weeks they are required to close. Smaller businesses will receive £1,000.

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GlobalPayments: Carding Fraud – are you at risk?

GlobalPayments: Carding Fraud – are you at risk?

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced businesses to adapt to contact-free ways to take payments, including eCommerce solutions. At the same time, the payments industry has seen a dramatic increase in the number of attempted fraud attacks by opportunistic and often...

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BCC and Drax: Breaking down climate barriers for businesses

BCC and Drax: Breaking down climate barriers for businesses

As part of the Race to Zero, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in collaboration with energy company Drax Group, is calling on the government to use the 5th anniversary of the Paris Agreement to work in partnership with businesses to achieve the UK’s climate goals, as many firms continue to manage the impact of Coronavirus. 

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BCC and Drax: Breaking down climate barriers for businesses

As part of the Race to Zero, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in collaboration with energy company Drax Group, is calling on the government to use the 5th anniversary of the Paris Agreement to work in partnership with businesses to achieve the UK’s climate goals, as many firms continue to manage the impact of Coronavirus. 

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Support for Worcestershire start-ups and entrepreneurs

Support for Worcestershire start-ups and entrepreneurs

  Enterprising Worcestershire will offer support to new and early stage businesses in the region, after securing a further three years of funding. Match-funded grants between £1,000 – £15,000 will be available from November for eligible businesses under...

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Rugby World Cup party success!

Rugby World Cup party success!

Hereford-based Thomas Carroll Brokers enjoyed a successful networking event watching the ENG v USA 2019 Rugby World Cup Game. Whilst celebrating the deserving win for England on Thursday 26 September, the event also raised much needed funds for St. Michael’s...

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Business Update: Expanding our Team and Services

Business Update: Expanding our Team and Services

As a result of our continued success and recent merger with Energy Connection Services, our business continues to grow and we are pleased to introduce two new additions to the Control Energy Costs’ family. We are happy to welcome Client Relationship Managers, Nigel...

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Invitational Franchise Roundtable Lunch

Invitational Franchise Roundtable Lunch

In conjunction with Knights Plc & NatWest, we’d like to invite franchisors and franchisees to a roundtable lunch event as follows; Venue – Knights Plc, Two Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3AX (easily accessible from New Street or Snowhill stations)...

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Wage inflation… the tipping point

Wage inflation… the tipping point

Wage inflation… the tipping point As inflation gradually comes down, households are still feeling the impact of increased costs. As we approach the end of this financial year, in which employees received unprecedented pay increases as businesses had to compete to hold...

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FINECLEAN Take Another Step Towards Eco-friendliness

FINECLEAN Take Another Step Towards Eco-friendliness

FINECLEAN is happy to announce that we have taken another step towards eco-friendliness and carbon neutrality by partnering up with Clover Christeyns – Clover Eco Range. Clover Chemicals Ltd is a manufacturer of ‘Effective Cleaning Chemicals’. After...

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