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AI Education Embedded in All Undergraduate Business and Computing Courses at Worcester from September
Business and Computing students at the University of Worcester will be educated in the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) from September 2026. Leaders at Worcester Business School, which is home to the University’s Department of Computing, have designed a...
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AI Education Embedded in All Undergraduate Business and Computing Courses at Worcester from September
Business and Computing students at the University of Worcester will be educated in the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) from September 2026. Leaders at Worcester Business School, which is home to the University’s Department of Computing, have designed a...
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Free Talk on Student Finance
As people preparing for university courses in September begin the next steps of their application process, a free online talk is being offered to help with applying for student finance. Held by colleagues at the University of Worcester, the talk titled ‘Making Your...
Severn Valley Railway helps local aid charity
The Severn Valley Railway’s paint shop at Bridgnorth had an unusual visitor recently, in the form of a Mitsubishi 4×4 pickup. The SVR was assisting a local charity, Wyre Forest 2 Ukraine, with their efforts in sending humanitarian aid to Ukraine. The charity...
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FBC Manby Bowdler discovers a more sustainable way to do business
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is the way all businesses are being encouraged to operate. Here’s how FBC Manby Bowdler is navigating the challenges and opportunities it brings. When we started our journey, our first challenge was not having dedicated...
Midlands Law Firm Continues Growth Journey Reporting Impressive Financial Results
Thursfields, a law firm located in the Midlands, has released impressive financial results for the period of 12 months to April 2023, underscoring their dedication to excellence. With a growth rate of over 10%, the firm’s annual turnover has now reached £11 million....
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Westfield Health Divided Together Report
Westfield Health have produced an in-depth, 1,500-person study that looks at the physical and mental wellbeing of the country, with a focus on our changing experiences, attitudes and expectations of work. The report has identified that the UK workforce is divided by their lockdown experiences and the workplace will be one of the first places to feel the consequences of those divides.
New UK arrival quarantine period begins with many businesses feeling the effect
This week saw the introduction of the quarantine period, where most people arriving in the UK will be instructed to self-isolate for a 14-day period. The UK has joined a list of other countries to introduce quarantine measures. Passengers arriving in the UK will be...
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Coronavirus: Boris Johnson postpones lockdown easing in England
The further easing of lockdown restrictions in England – due to come in to force last weekend – has been postponed for at least two weeks, after an increase in coronavirus cases.
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Coronavirus: Boris Johnson postpones lockdown easing in England
The further easing of lockdown restrictions in England – due to come in to force last weekend – has been postponed for at least two weeks, after an increase in coronavirus cases.
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Investors In People award Patron Member DRPG the platinum standard
DRPG are delighted to announce that they have been awarded the highest accreditation from the Investors in People scheme. Investors in People specialise in transforming business performance through people and is known to help businesses grow, develop and compete ensuring that people remain at the fore front the whole time.
127 new employers awarded for supporting the Armed Forces Community
The most supportive organisations for Britain’s Armed Forces such as Microsoft Ltd, Greater Manchester Police and the Post Office from both the private and public sectors have been announced today, 30 July 2020.
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BCC Trade Manifesto – International Trade Vital For UK Growth
The British Chambers of Commerce has called for Government to focus on boosting services, advanced manufacturing, green and digital trade if it wants to hit its £1tn trade target. The move comes as research shows SME exports continue to languish: In...
Chamber achieve Employer Recognition Scheme Gold award!
The Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award recognises companies for their support to the Armed Forces community, including Reservists, veterans, spouses, Cadet Forces Adult Volunteers and cadets. Gold award holders must demonstrate a number of positive measures and...
Greener Footprints Launch New Business Champion Awards for Employees of it’s Growing Business Network
Since it launched over a year ago, Herefordshire’s Greener Footprints campaign has engaged with business in bold new ways. Its 30 for 2030 initiative has brought together companies from across sectors to share best practice from their own journeys to net zero...
Igniting the Local Economy: Business Planning as a Catalyst for Growth in Worcestershire.
Worcester-based Real World Consultancy (RWC) recently hosted a business conference for local businesses. The Future Focused Quarterly Business Summit brought together a wide-range of local businesses including marketing agencies, HR consultancies and an artisan...
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...
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