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PUUC Architecture Announces Support for Bewdley Community Organisation Reach
A Worcestershire-based architecture firm has announced its support for a local organisation that provides essential services for people with learning difficulties, disabilities and mental health needs. PUUC Architecture confirmed it will be working alongside Reach...
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PUUC Architecture Announces Support for Bewdley Community Organisation Reach
A Worcestershire-based architecture firm has announced its support for a local organisation that provides essential services for people with learning difficulties, disabilities and mental health needs. PUUC Architecture confirmed it will be working alongside Reach...
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NCB No 49 to join No 11 in a rare Backworth pairing at the Severn Valley Railway
The rare and atmospheric pairing of two National Coal Board locomotives will take place at the Severn Valley Railway’s Autumn Steam Gala, between 18 to 21 September. The railway has confirmed that NCB No 49 will appear at the event, giving the opportunity to run an...
Leading Poverty Expert Praises Work to Tackle Social Mobility and Inclusion
One of the UK’s leading experts on poverty has praised efforts by the University of Worcester to tackle social mobility and inclusion. Joanna Mack is the pioneering author behind the groundbreaking ‘Breadline Britain’ series and has spent more than four decades...
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Former Student all Set for Huge Cycling Challenge in Memory of his Daughters.
A former student has just completed his final preparation session at the University of Worcester ahead of a 200-mile cycle challenge across some of the UKs most challenging terrains. 55-year-old Tony Frobisher already counts the London Marathon, a cycle from Land’s...
University Event Raises Awareness of the Importance of Plants in our World
Residents in Worcester can find out all about the important role that plants play in our lives thanks to a free interactive event organised by University of Worcester scientists. Academics and research students will deliver a day of activities, informative talks,...
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Chamber welcomes new President Ben Mannion
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has announced that further to Mike Forrester completing his presidential term at the Chamber, Ben Mannion will take the title of President of the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce from 11...
September/October edition of Business Direction available to read now
The latest edition of Business Direction is now live. The September/October edition of the Chamber’s bi-monthly publication, ‘Sustainability in the Spotlight’ focuses on businesses sustainability efforts as well as the latest business news from around the two...
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Skills for jobs: increased business role in Further Education
This white paper sets out reforms to post-16 technical education and training to support people to develop the skills needed to get good jobs and improve national productivity. It outlines how government propose to support people to develop the skills they need to get...
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Skills for jobs: increased business role in Further Education
This white paper sets out reforms to post-16 technical education and training to support people to develop the skills needed to get good jobs and improve national productivity. It outlines how government propose to support people to develop the skills they need to get...
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The Inclusive Recovery Fund
Worcestershire County Council are now accepting applications for the Inclusive Recovery Fund, until Friday 13 November. The Inclusive Recovery Fund is a £4.75 million fund to help social entrepreneurs in England, designed to help social entrepreneurs deliver their...
Worcestershire business receives grant from the Worcestershire County Council to develop a device to help reduce the spread of Covid-19
Downhurst Engineering has received a grant from Worcestershire County Council to develop a device which will help to reduce the spread of COVID-19 within dental surgeries. As part of the County Council’s Here2Help Business Programme, the COVID-19 Response grant has...
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Employment Law Update Autumn Seminar 2019 with free buffet lunch
Local businesses are invited to Lanyon Bowdler’s upcoming Employment Law Update Autumn Seminar 2019. Date: Tuesday 22 October 2019 Time: 12.30-2.30pm Venue: Three Counties Hotel, Belmont Road, Hereford HR2 7BP The seminar will cover key recent and forthcoming...
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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A Warm Welcome to Out of the Cage Who Have Joined the Chamber
Out of the Cage are proud to join HWChamber and are looking forward to networking with you all in the coming months. Headed up by Claire Wozencroft Out of the Cage provides outsourced or/and interim sales and marketing services specifically tailored for small and...
Warning to Homeowners Against Installing Spray Foam Loft Insulation
Worcestershire homeowners are being warned against installing spray foam loft insulation by legal property experts, amid a rise in lenders refusing mortgages and homes potentially being rendered uninsurable. Experts from local law firm mfg Solicitors are urging people...
Hereford Production Company Rural Studios Awarded Funding as Part of BBC’s Small Indie Fund
Launched in 2020, the highly contested Small Indie Fund supports the growth of small independent production companies across the UK and will help Rural Studios to scale up its TV ambitions. Rural Studios currently has a returning show on BBC4, “The Read”, recently...
Worcestershire employers warned over legal hurdles as draft paternity laws are released
A leading Worcestershire employment lawyer has warned businesses to ensure they are ‘one step ahead’ following the government publishing new draft paternity leave legislation. The warning has come from award-winning employment specialist Sally Morris who has spoken...
Calibre Virtual Assistant Services – 5-star expert business support, tailored to you.
Calibre Virtual Assistant Services (“Calibre”) is dedicated to supporting ambitious business owners and company directors, like yourselves, solve their most pressing administrative headaches. Calibre’s unique edge lies in its team: each member is formally qualified,...
Energising Success at Regus Kidderminster’s Business Community Event
What a fantastic morning it was at Regus Kidderminster! The ambiance was charged with enthusiasm as business professionals gathered for an event that promised not only insightful knowledge but also the opportunity to forge new connections. A heartfelt thank you goes...
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