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Recruitment Challenging As New Employment Law Lands
Nearly three quarters of firms (71%) say they experienced hiring difficulties in Q1 of 2026, according to the latest data from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). The research, published as the first elements of the Employment Rights Act come into effect,...
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Recruitment Challenging As New Employment Law Lands
Nearly three quarters of firms (71%) say they experienced hiring difficulties in Q1 of 2026, according to the latest data from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). The research, published as the first elements of the Employment Rights Act come into effect,...
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Leading Poverty Expert Praises Work to Tackle Social Mobility and Inclusion
One of the UK’s leading experts on poverty has praised efforts by the University of Worcester to tackle social mobility and inclusion. Joanna Mack is the pioneering author behind the groundbreaking ‘Breadline Britain’ series and has spent more than four decades...
Online plant business grows on the back of ART Business Loans funding
A fast growing plant business has created new jobs after securing funding from ART Business Loans to support its expansion plans. Acqua Garden, based near Warmington in Warwickshire, has recruited two new employees with plans to further increase the headcount after...
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Children and Families at Acorns are Bowled Over with Special Visit from Worcestershire Cricket Stars
Sports stars from Worcestershire Country Cricket Club hit a pitch-perfect six during a special visit to Acorns Children’s Hospice yesterday (Monday 18 December). Children and families at the charity’s hospice for the Three Counties were bowled when the cricket...
Worcestershire college awarded £488,000 to help close agri-tech skills gap
A Worcestershire college has been awarded £488,000 to upgrade equipment to help close the agri-tech skills gap in the region and meet increasing course demand. Students at Pershore College, part of WCG, will soon be benefiting from £488,000 of Local Skills Improvement...
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Webinar: Introduction to Risk Assessment and Covid-19
This webinar has now taken place. To view the full video, please click here: https://youtu.be/Z4Vitq9JCi0 This webinar provides an introduction and approach to risk assessment. It is suitable for those who have little or no previous knowledge or experience in risk...
Webinar: Confused about CBILS and CCFF, and need to protect your cash flow?
In this webinar Banking and Finance partners from Harrison Clark Rickerbys will cover the government-backed funding schemes available for businesses and tips for managing cash flow during a time where all firms will be facing challenges. Join us to discuss:...
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No more Transition at the UK Border
The UK left the European Union on 31st January 2020, and the transition period comes to an end in December this year. It is vital that businesses take action now to get ready for a new border operating environment from 1st January 2021.
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No more Transition at the UK Border
The UK left the European Union on 31st January 2020, and the transition period comes to an end in December this year. It is vital that businesses take action now to get ready for a new border operating environment from 1st January 2021.
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Discretionary Grant Scheme – Wyre Forest, Redditch and Bromsgrove businesses
Wyre Forest District Council is now inviting applications from small and medium businesses for the Government-funded Discretionary Grant Scheme. The grants are intended to assist small and medium businesses whose income has been significantly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and which have not received funding from certain other Government support schemes.
Coronavirus: Bewdley Based adhesive manufacturer Bondloc switches 50% production to Hand Sanitiser
Bewdley based adhesive and sealant manufacturer Bondloc UK Ltd, has switched 50% of their production facility to manufacture hand sanitiser to help meet the national demands amid the Coronavirus (Covid-19) crisis. Bondloc has supplied adhesives and sealants to...
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Children’s Charity Wins Worcestershire Health & Social Care Award
The Feeding Trust are delighted to have won the Adolescent and Child Health Care Award at this years Worcestershire Health & Social Care Awards. The Feeding Trust, the UKs only charity supporting those affected by Paediatric Feeding Disorder’s (PFD), were...
Heart of Worcestershire College celebrates getting to Green!
Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW College) are celebrating after receiving the news that they have become a short-listed Finalist in this year’s Green Gown Awards! These awards are chosen by the Environmental Association for Universities and Colleges and identify...
Thursfields Solicitors welcomes Nadia Davis, as Director and Head of Family Law in Birmingham
Thursfields Solicitors confirms the appointment of Nadia Davis as Director and Head of Family Law in Birmingham. Nadia is a highly experienced family law practitioner with over 30 years of experience. She will be focussed on developing Thursfields’ service offering to...
Minster Micro and Temple Mews Wealth Management mark 30-year milestone
Two specialist businesses have marked a rare 30-year relationship which has seen both firms thrive and expand. Worcestershire IT solutions provider Minster Micro Computers, and West Midlands-based financial planning experts, Temple Mews Wealth Management, began...
Firms Need A Clear Roadmap As Rates Are Held
Reacting to today’s interest rate decision by the Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will be giving a cautious welcome to today’s decision by the Bank of England to hold the base rate at 5.25%. Constant hikes in...
BCC Greets New Era Of Digital Trade
The BCC is urging businesses who want to boost their exports and reduce costs to quickly embrace a new era of digital trade. It made the call as the Government’s flagship Electronic Trade Documents Act finally came into force today (September 20). William Bain,...
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