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University of Worcester Students and Staff Nominated for Prestigious Nursing Honours
Four students and a member of staff from the University of Worcester have all been shortlisted for prestigious honours in the latest Student Nursing Times Awards. The awards are widely regarded as one of the highest accolades available to student nurses, educators and...
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University of Worcester Students and Staff Nominated for Prestigious Nursing Honours
Four students and a member of staff from the University of Worcester have all been shortlisted for prestigious honours in the latest Student Nursing Times Awards. The awards are widely regarded as one of the highest accolades available to student nurses, educators and...
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Make Strides – A Digital-First Learning and Development Company
Make Strides is a digital-first learning and development company, helping people and organisations grow with purpose, clarity, and confidence. We specialise in early careers and leadership development, offering bite-size, engaging and accredited digital programmes...
Isaac’s Charity Gala
The Friends of Isaac’s Food Bank Black-Tie Gala charity evening takes place on Friday July 4, 2025 at Redditch United Football Club. Friends of Isaac’s Food Bank is becoming a well-known name in the local community of Redditch. Born out of an idea nearly five years...
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Law Firm Urges People to Write a Will and Protect Loved Ones
Experts from a Worcestershire law firm are urging people to write a will to ensure their assets are divided in a way they choose, without leaving behind financial problems and heartache for loved ones. The alert has come from Melinda Rice, a senior associate at mfg...
Six New Starters Welcomed at FBC Manby Bowdler
FBC Manby Bowdler has welcomed six new starters this September, as the firm continues to expand its operations in the West Midlands and Shropshire regions. Four of the new faces will be based at the Wolverhampton office – one as partner and three at the start of their...
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Queen’s Awards for enterprise 2020
Congratulations to SafeLane Global Limited and Titan Steel Wheels Limited who both were recognised in the Queen’s Awards for Enterprise 2020. The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise is an awards programme for British businesses and other organizations who excel at...
Back to work – What employers need to know
Following on from the Prime Minister’s announcement that lockdown measures have been relaxed in the UK, businesses who cannot work from home have been encouraged to return to the workplace. This has caused confusion and concern for many and clarity was sought on clearer guidance around health and safety measures. Here we’ve put together some advice from ACAS for businesses and employers.
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BCC responds to further details on the points-based immigration system
The government has listened to calls from the Chamber Network and provided welcome clarity on how firms can hire skilled workers from overseas as the UK completes its departure from the European Union.
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BCC responds to further details on the points-based immigration system
The government has listened to calls from the Chamber Network and provided welcome clarity on how firms can hire skilled workers from overseas as the UK completes its departure from the European Union.
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University’s Dementia Experts Provide Support to Care Homes and Community Groups
Expert staff from the University of Worcester’s Association for Dementia Studies have been helping care homes and community groups to support people living with dementia in the current pandemic. The Association has links with many service providers locally and...
Kidderminster’s Ogl Computer Helps Avanti Hygiene To Clean Up Online Sales
Bristol-based Avanti Hygiene, a leading cleaning and janitorial supplies provider, has implemented a new e-commerce website as part of expansion plans and to meet growing online sales. The multi-million pound turnover family-run business initially started as a...
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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...
St Richard’s Hospice Asks County to Help Shape Charity Shops’ Future
St Richard’s Hospice is launching an audience research study to gather valuable insights into its charity shops and ensure its continued success. The study, conducted in collaboration with HemingwayDesign, aims to future-proof this vital source of income for the...
St Michael’s Hospice Opens New Store in Monmouth
St Michael’s Hospice has opened its first-ever store in Monmouth. The prominent store on Agincourt Square follows hot on the heels of the charity’s new shop in Ross-on-Wye, which opened in May. The Monmouth shop was opened by the town’s Mayor, Cllr Tom...
Focus Environmental Consultants Wins ‘Small Consultancy of the Year’
Focus Environmental Consultants is thrilled to announce that they have been named as ‘Small Consultancy of the Year’. This prestigious award celebrates Focus Environmental Consultants commitment to delivering high quality ecological services whilst being an exemplar...
Wyevale Nurseries appoints new Purchaser
MARTIN Chaplin has joined one of the UK’s leading commercial nurseries as a Purchaser (July 2023). In his new position at Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford, Martin will be supporting, driving and assessing purchasing processes, and bridging communication and support...
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