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arrangeMY appoints Gemma Ryder to Board as Director of Bids and Account Management
arrangeMY has announced the appointment of Gemma Ryder as Director of Bids and Account Management. Ryder, who has more than 20 years’ experience in the corporate travel sector, will join the company’s Board of Directors as part of the move. With over two decades in...
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arrangeMY appoints Gemma Ryder to Board as Director of Bids and Account Management
arrangeMY has announced the appointment of Gemma Ryder as Director of Bids and Account Management. Ryder, who has more than 20 years’ experience in the corporate travel sector, will join the company’s Board of Directors as part of the move. With over two decades in...
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Game Art Lecturer nominated for Women in Games Award
A University of Worcester lecturer has been nominated for an award for her impact and contributions to education through preparing students for the computer gaming industry. Zara Sharma, Senior Lecturer in Game Art, has been shortlisted for the Educational Impact...
Student’s Guidance to Ensure Men with Eating Disorders don’t Feel Alienated from Seeking Help
A University of Worcester student has created bespoke guidance to help ensure that men with eating disorders feel able to engage with the support they need. George Mycock, who himself experienced eating disorders and body image concerns for over a decade, developed...
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Hundreds of University of Worcester Students to Graduate in Spring Ceremonies
The University of Worcester will be celebrating the achievements of over 500 students as they graduate at Worcester Cathedral next week. Their graduation, in front of friends and families, will take place in two ceremonies in the beautiful, historic Worcester...
The Withdrawal of BT Redcare Alarm Signalling Products
In a recent announcement, BT Redcare has shaken up the alarm signalling industry by declaring the cessation of new product sales by the end of February 2024. Moreover, all existing product services will come to an end on August 1st 2025, or earlier if contractual...
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HM The Queen praises Chambers’ contribution to business communities during Coronavirus as more firms reopen
Her Majesty The Queen has offered support to businesses as they reopen, and praised the contribution Chambers of Commerce across the UK and around the world are making to help firms, champion trade and rebuild communities, in a letter released today. The letter from...
Book onto the Virtual Sustainability Forum
This webinar has now taken place. To view the full video, please click here: https://youtu.be/vb2gKzmrWI0 Business Energy Efficiency Programme ONLINE SUSTAINABILITY FORUM Friday 10th July 2020 10.00 – 11.00 am Low carbon energy generation...
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Major expansion of post-18 education and training to level up and prepare workers for post-COVID economy
The Prime Minister has today set out plans to transform the training and skills system, making it fit for the 21st century economy, and helping the country build back better from coronavirus. Adults without an A-Level or equivalent qualification will be offered a...
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Major expansion of post-18 education and training to level up and prepare workers for post-COVID economy
The Prime Minister has today set out plans to transform the training and skills system, making it fit for the 21st century economy, and helping the country build back better from coronavirus. Adults without an A-Level or equivalent qualification will be offered a...
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“Lockdown” learning for apprentices
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Group Training Association (HWGTA) Apprentices, Staff and Employers faced uncertainty back in March, with the Training Centres closed and many learners on furlough during the Covid-19 “lockdown”. Despite the speed of the...
Evesham College launches new engineering degree
A new engineering degree is being launched at Evesham College and will be the only course of its type in Worcestershire. The BEng (Hons) Engineering degree will start in September 2020 and provides the only Level 6 study option in the region. It is hoped the course...
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UK Government Reshuffle
On Monday morning, the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak MP began the first major reshuffle of his government. With the main media focus on the sacking of Home Secretary Suella Braverman and the appointment of former Prime Minister David Cameron to the position of Foreign...
British Chambers of Commerce CEOs Say Now is the Time to Turn Talk into Investment
Dear Chancellor, We welcome your recent engagement with the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) on the priorities for businesses ahead of the Autumn Statement next week. For local communities to thrive, they need business investment, but this has been too low for too...
The Small Business Charter, the Help to Grow Course and the Return of the Executive MBA; an Exciting Time for the Worcester Business School.
The Worcester Business School at the University of Worcester has officially received its Small Business Charter. The CEO of the Chartered Association of Business Schools, Flora Hamilton, visited the City Campus to hand over the charter in person last month. It paves...
Switch Jam Digital Announces Transatlantic Partnership
Switch Jam Digital, a Worcestershire based marketing agency, has reached an agreement with Indigo Marketing. The agency based in Beverly Hills, USA, are renown for their marketing service specialising in the financial advisory sector. Strategic Expansion The...
WCWFC’s Rise: A Winning Streak and an FA Cup Challenge
In an unprecedented feat, Worcester City Women FC has secured a spot in the Second Round Proper of the FA Cup, marking a historic moment for the club. The draw pits them against third-tier powerhouse MK Dons, and the clash promises to be a thrilling encounter on...
St Michael’s Hospice Cares for More People than Ever Before
A Hospice covering Herefordshire and its borders has cared for more people since April than in any six-month period in its near-40-year history. St Michael’s Hospice, which is based in Bartestree, near Hereford, says 1,560 people have received its expert...
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