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Early Childhood Degree at Worcester Earns Top National Recognition
The University of Worcester’s Early Childhood BA course has been awarded the prestigious Early Childhood Graduate Practitioners Competencies Quality Mark. The national recognition is awarded by the Early Childhood Studies Degrees Network (ECSDN), and confirms the...
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Early Childhood Degree at Worcester Earns Top National Recognition
The University of Worcester’s Early Childhood BA course has been awarded the prestigious Early Childhood Graduate Practitioners Competencies Quality Mark. The national recognition is awarded by the Early Childhood Studies Degrees Network (ECSDN), and confirms the...
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He’s the pinnacle of all that is evil, so why do people seem to like the Devil?
That’s the question being asked in a public talk by a University of Worcester expert in a talk at Script Haven bookshop this week. Professor Darren Oldridge is a specialist in sixteenth and seventeenth-century religious history and has recently given several popular...
University Expert to Give Poetry Masterclass
If you’ve ever held a dream of being the next Wordsworth, a special workshop with a University of Worcester academic might help you to get there. Course Leader for Creative Writing, Dr Jack McGowan, will be running a poetry workshop to give people advice and support....
Patron & Strategic News
SUTCLIFFE & CO WINS £2,500 FOR WORCESTER WARRIORS FOUNDATION
The Worcester Warriors Foundation celebrate receiving £2,500 from the Aviva Broker Community Fund Awards 2023 charity scheme with the support of Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers, who have successfully secured a share of this year’s £300,000 prize fund. It was a...
DRPG ignites next-gen creatives with the launch of Sparks Live
Global creative communications agency DRPG is thrilled to announce the launch of Sparks Live, a Gen-Z-led event crafted for young people aged between 18 and 25, who are curious about the creative industry. It’s powered by DRPG’s NextGen board, a dynamic working group...
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Chamber launches ‘Shop In The Shires’ campaign to support Members
We’re launching our Shop In The Shires campaign by producing a printed supplement showcasing our Members, their products/services and spreading the word that they are open for business. This supplement will be included with the September/October edition of Business Direction magazine and over 4000 copies will be produced as well as a digital copy.
Tyro Talks – experts on hand to advise young professionals and new networkers
Tyro Events is delighted to announce an exciting virtual event to help equip those new to the working environment with the skills they need in the COVID-19 working world. The free event will take place on Thursday 16 July from 3.00 – 4.00pm via Zoom. Tyro Events, ran...
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UK secures free trade agreement with Japan
The UK has secured a free trade agreement with Japan, which is the UK’s first major trade deal as an independent trading nation and will increase trade with Japan by an estimated £15.2 billion. The deal is tailored to the UK economy and secures additional benefits...
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UK secures free trade agreement with Japan
The UK has secured a free trade agreement with Japan, which is the UK’s first major trade deal as an independent trading nation and will increase trade with Japan by an estimated £15.2 billion. The deal is tailored to the UK economy and secures additional benefits...
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INTERVIEW: Chamber & Free Radio discuss the impact on businesses after Worcester Victorian Fayre cancelled
This year’s Victorian Christmas Fayre in Worcester has been cancelled due to the coronavirus crisis. Today, 10 September, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Marketing Manager Gabriella Fryer discussed with Free Radio the impact this could have on businesses.
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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Celebrating Growth and Leadership: Real World Consultancy (RWC) Elevates Eliza Bradley to Business Growth Manager and Relocates to a Larger Premises
Real World Consultancy (RWC) a Worcestershire-based pioneering business coaching company known for its commitment to fostering business growth and overcoming obstacles for micro and small businesses, is thrilled to announce a series of exciting developments that mark...
Herefordshire Council Set to Sign Ground Breaking Local Authority Partnership
Herefordshire Council is set to confirm an agreement with other English and Welsh local authorities at its next cabinet meeting, on Thursday 28 September. A proposed Marches Forward Partnership would see Herefordshire Council work with Shropshire Council,...
Leading Education Specialist Joins Marches Local Enterprise Partnership
A highly experienced manager and academic has joined the board of the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership. Dr Simone Clarke, who is Pro-Vice Chancellor for Education and Students at Harper Adams University in Edgmond, Shropshire, was formally appointed to the role at...
Why are motor insurance premiums at a record high?
Analysis by The Association of British Insurers (ABI), which looks at 28 million motor insurance policies, suggests that the average price paid for motor insurance in the second quarter of 2023 continued to increase. The average premium paid for private comprehensive...
Roxel UK Exhibits at Defence & Security Industry Show (DSEI)
Roxel UK is proud to announce they are exhibitors at DSEI, one of the largest defence and security industry events in Europe, which will take place at London Excel on 12th-15th September 2023. Supported by Roxel Group, the Roxel UK team will showcase their latest...
Graduation Celebrations Mark the Achievements of More Than 3,000 Students
The University of Worcester will be celebrating the achievements of more than 3,000 students during a series of graduation ceremonies next month. The annual autumn graduations will see 12 ceremonies taking place in the beautiful, historic Worcester Cathedral from...
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