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Council appoints contractor to begin delivery of Hereford Bypass phase one
Civil engineering firm, Graham, appointed to lead detailed design and early works, paving the way for beginning of construction later this year. Appointment marks latest milestone in delivering the long-awaited bypass. Phase one expected to deliver immediate benefits...
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Council appoints contractor to begin delivery of Hereford Bypass phase one
Civil engineering firm, Graham, appointed to lead detailed design and early works, paving the way for beginning of construction later this year. Appointment marks latest milestone in delivering the long-awaited bypass. Phase one expected to deliver immediate benefits...
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73082 ‘Camelot’ confirmed for SVR’s Autumn Steam Gala
The Severn Valley Railway has confirmed that BR Standard Class 5 73082 ‘Camelot’ will join the line-up for its Autumn Steam Gala between 18 and 21 September It’s the first time this locomotive has ever visited the railway, and organisers says it will work alongside...
DJH welcomes historic Midlands practice Nicklin to Group
DJH is excited to announce the addition of a historic accountancy practice to its rapidly expanding group, as it takes another step towards becoming one of the top 20 UK firms in this sector. The group, which now employs more than 600 people across thirteen offices in...
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Thursfields expands Commercial Real Estate and Property Litigation Teams
Leading full-service regional law firm, Thursfields, has recruited a highly regarded team of Commercial Real Estate and Property Litigation specialists into its Solihull office from Peterborough-headquartered Buckles Solicitors. This is a significant strategic...
Wyevale Nurseries to exhibit at 2024 Four Oaks Trade Show
WYEVALE Nurseries in Hereford has officially announced it’s taking a stand at the Four Oaks Trade Show in Cheshire this September to showcase its latest plant range and meet customers in person (2024). As one of the UK’s leading commercial nurseries it says it’s vital...
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Growth Forum returns with remote working focus
EBC Group are pleased to confirm they will once again be sponsoring the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce ‘Growth Forum’, as it returns 15th September in a new virtual format. This digital webinar will take a closer look at the topic of ‘Remote...
Talisman Plastics rises to the challenge of heightened NHS demand amidst coronavirus pandemic
Malvern-based injection moulding specialists Talisman Plastics has upped its production to now supply 50% of NHS trusts across the UK, producing an estimated 32 million of its clinical waste ties over the last year. The clinical waste tags are a crucial part of any...
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National Infrastructure Commission’s Rail Needs Assessment
Improving rail links between cities in the North and Midlands should be the first priority of a new approach to end stop-start investments and help level up the UK as part of a wider economic strategy, according to a major new report by the National Infrastructure...
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National Infrastructure Commission’s Rail Needs Assessment
Improving rail links between cities in the North and Midlands should be the first priority of a new approach to end stop-start investments and help level up the UK as part of a wider economic strategy, according to a major new report by the National Infrastructure...
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Pershore College horticulture apprentice makes shock ammunition discovery during assessment
A horticulture apprentice’s final assessment was disrupted after he unearthed more than 20 live rounds of rifle ammunition from the Second World War in a vegetable patch. Scott Thomas, from Coventry, was demonstrating his trench skills as part of the assessment when...
Plant nurseries set to save thousands of plants a year thanks to new Pershore College tests
Plant nurseries in Herefordshire and Worcestershire are set to save thousands of plants a year thanks to a new test from researchers at Pershore College. The college has developed the tests in partnership with Bedfordshire-based biotechnology company Mologic, and are...
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Schools Record Success with hi-tech Vape Sensor
A Stoke-on-Trent Catholic Grammar School has successfully reduced vaping by their students within their toilets after installing smart sensors. Like many secondary schools in the UK, St-Joseph’s College knew more students were vaping and going to the toilets to do it....
DRPG ‘Make a Moment’ for Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust this Christmas
Sunday 10 December 2023, Hartlebury, UK. Creative communications agency DRPG, played host to a heartwarming series of children’s Christmas parties at its studios in Hartlebury over the weekend in support of local children through the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer...
Thursfields Solicitors Spreads Festive Cheer with “12 Days of Giving” Campaign
Thursfields Solicitors have welcomed the spirit of Christmas this year by participating in a charitable “12 Days of Giving” initiative. From December 1st to the 12th, they donated £1,000 per day to a range of local and national charities. Chosen as the...
Exciting Times at Pixertise
Exciting times at our Pixertise head office. Adrian, has recently retired from his role as technical director of a multimillion pound, international business. He has joined Pixertise to help grow the business over the next year, as we look to expand and improve on...
Chair’s Report
I have just read a piece of research by Potter Spaces and Savills, highlighted by Sam Merrett – Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce’s Policy Executive – that I feel very nicely sums up the lack of smaller to medium size industrial spaces...
How to Safeguard Your Home from Fires Caused by Battery Charges and Socket Overloads
With the holiday season around the corner, it’s crucial to prioritise the safety of our homes, especially when it comes to charging devices like phones, tablets, gaming consoles, laptops, and festive decorations such as Christmas tree lights. Each year, numerous...
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