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Autumn Budget 2025 summary: What you need to know
After months of unprecedented and exhausting speculation, policy kite-flying and last-minute U-turns that rattled the markets, Rachel Reeves has finally unveiled her much-anticipated second Budget, delivered as late in the year as politically possible. She faced a...
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Autumn Budget 2025 summary: What you need to know
After months of unprecedented and exhausting speculation, policy kite-flying and last-minute U-turns that rattled the markets, Rachel Reeves has finally unveiled her much-anticipated second Budget, delivered as late in the year as politically possible. She faced a...
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Hop & Shop: A Family Easter Adventure Around Worcester!
Looking for something fun to do with the kids this Easter? Grab your bunny ears and join Worcester’s very own Hop & Shop trail – a fun Easter activity for families! From Saturday 12th April to Sunday 27th April, children can hop around Worcester, visiting...
Leadership Consultancy has best ever month for orders.
Award winning Business consultants Strategus Consulting are excited to announce that March has been their best ever month for Orders. Key orders include: 1. Business Coaching for the partner of a leading construction consultancy. 2. Bid SMART training & support...
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Experienced commercial professional joins Hazelton Mountford’s Growing Insurance Brokerage
Bringing over 20 years of insurance experience, Helen Barratt strengthens the existing team at Hazelton Mountford. Helen joined the Chartered firm earlier this month as Commercial Account Handler. Helen boosts the team’s expertise, sharing her experience within...
Randy Langford, 98, Receives Honour for Voluntary Work at St Michael’s Hospice
A 98-year-old volunteer who has devoted almost 30 years of his life to St Michael’s Hospice in Hereford has been honoured by the King. Ernest Randolph Langford – affectionately known as ‘Randy’ – was described as “a bit of a legend” and an “incredible...
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Supporting careers in construction, engineering and building services
The Construction Leadership Council’s Talent Retention Scheme (CLC TRS) was conceived to help talented individuals showcase their experience and expertise and help businesses find the skills they need.
Redditch scaffolding contractor secures £100k MEIF coronavirus funding boost
A Redditch-based scaffolding contractor has secured a funding boost to support its cash flow after building sites across the UK closed due to the coronavirus. Portway Scaffolding secured £100k from BCRS Business Loans via the Midlands Engine Investment Fund (MEIF)...
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Government Kickstart Scheme is live for businesses to apply
Today (02/09/2020) the government’s Kickstart scheme starts.
If you are an employer looking to create job placements for young people, check if you can apply for funding as part of the Kickstart Scheme.
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Government Kickstart Scheme is live for businesses to apply
Today (02/09/2020) the government’s Kickstart scheme starts.
If you are an employer looking to create job placements for young people, check if you can apply for funding as part of the Kickstart Scheme.
Worcestershire News
BREAKING: Winter Economy Plan Revealed
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has today unveiled his Winter Economy Plan. The thrust of the chancellor’s message is that the country needs to find a sustainable way to live with the virus. That means targeting government support – rather than the blanket approach at...
What Should You Expect From Your IT Provider?
The world of IT can be a confusing one especially with so many different suppliers offering a multitude of different services with lists of long and complicated names. It can be difficult to figure out what you should really expect from your IT support provider. We...
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Daniel joins team at Wyevale Nurseries
DANIEL Maskew whose previous role was with Boningale Nurseries has joined one of the UK’s leading commercial growers as its Amenity Sales Executive (July 2023). In his new position at Wyevale Nurseries, which is based in Hereford, Daniel will be managing several key...
Boost productivity with Corporate at Crumplebury
Crumplebury, a leading provider of innovative event and hospitality solutions, offers businesses a unique and inspiring setting that fosters productivity, boosts morale and promotes effective team building. Recent studies have shown that getting out of the office and...
DRG Interior and Building Solutions Receives Constructing Excellence Award for People Development
DRG Interior and Building Solutions is proud to announce that it has been honoured with the prestigious Constructing Excellence Award for People Development in 2023. This recognition serves as a testament to the company’s commitment to its workforce and the...
Leading Medical Educator Receives Prestigious Fellowship
A leading medical educator at the University of Worcester has been given a prestigious award in recognition of her work. Professor Kay Mohanna has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Educators, the Academy’s highest award. It is given for...
Worcestershire Area Council Updates
Business Sector Updates Agriculture Agriculture plays a vital role in the economy of Worcestershire and the United Kingdom as a whole, contributing to food security, rural employment, and environmental sustainability. However, like any industry, farming currently...
Herefordshire Area Council Update
Business Sector Updates Banking Builder merchant sector – sales volumes continue to slow. Manufacturing sector – generally, business remains strong, with cost increases being passed on down the value chain. China – some nervousness building with clients heavily...
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