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Smart Accountancy Solutions joins with Ballards to strengthen Worcestershire team and SME offering
Left to right: James Syree and Mark Smith Ballards, one of the Midlands fastest growing independent business advisory, consultancy and accountancy firms, has further strengthened its presence in Worcester and the wider Worcestershire region as Smart Accountancy...
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Smart Accountancy Solutions joins with Ballards to strengthen Worcestershire team and SME offering
Left to right: James Syree and Mark Smith Ballards, one of the Midlands fastest growing independent business advisory, consultancy and accountancy firms, has further strengthened its presence in Worcester and the wider Worcestershire region as Smart Accountancy...
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Journals created by stocktake
The journals created by conducting a stock take are a bit unusual from the normal journals that deal with stock. Most ERP and accounting systems now create journals when items are moved. Receiving stock from a supplier it will debit, or increase the inventory amount....
How to conduct a stocktake
In the previous article we looked at the importance of accurate stock levels. Without it, it is difficult to have visibility of your operations or plan your purchase levels into the future. That is why, in theory, having a computerised...
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Student Cricketer Selected to Play for England in Inaugural International Competition
A University of Worcester student has been selected for a new England Cricket women’s side set to compete in its first ever international tournament this weekend. Libby Thomas is among those who will board the plane for Spain as part of the NCCA (National Counties...
Your Ultimate Guide to Making Running Your New Hobby in 2024
As we step into a new year, why not consider joining over 10 million others in the UK by making running your new hobby in 2024? Beyond being a cost-effective way to exercise, regular running offers a plethora of health benefits that extend beyond just physical...
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Webinar: Sustainability Forum – Managing water costs and risk associated with pollution events
This webinar has now taken place. To view the full video, please click here: https://youtu.be/yD7NoWvDW_I The Sustainability Forum is a series of free events aimed at helping businesses draw upon good practice from industry experts and local businesses to help promote...
Government release Charter for safe working practices for house builders
The government has launched new guidance for property developers in the new safe working Charter, together with the Home Building Federation. The Charter details the safe working practises for house builders within the construction industry. To read more please visit...
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Restart of the UK economy “still in first gear” with businesses operating at just half of normal capacity
Results from the latest BCC Coronavirus Business Impact Tracker in partnership with job site Indeed reveal that businesses are operating at half of their pre-Covid 19 capacity on average, despite lockdown measures easing. More than half cited reduced demand and...
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Restart of the UK economy “still in first gear” with businesses operating at just half of normal capacity
Results from the latest BCC Coronavirus Business Impact Tracker in partnership with job site Indeed reveal that businesses are operating at half of their pre-Covid 19 capacity on average, despite lockdown measures easing. More than half cited reduced demand and...
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Music Continues Throughout Lockdown at Holy Trinity School and Sixth Form Centre
The music department at Holy Trinity School and Sixth Form Centre in Kidderminster has continued to nurture its students by delivering online, fun interactive weekly music lessons, whilst also supporting weekly recorder players with lessons to ensure they’ve continued...
Surprise artwork installed at Worcestershire Royal Hospital to thank key workers
Now more than ever kindness and community have come to the fore in our everyday lives. Small acts of kindness are making a huge difference across the UK as the people come together to support each other through the difficult times we are facing as a nation. As part of...
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Ballards LLP Welcomes Seven Exceptional Graduates to the Team
Ballards LLP, a Worcestershire based professional services firm is thrilled to announce the addition of seven graduates to its ranks. These graduates have joined various teams within the organisation, including Business Services, Accounts and Audit, and Private Client...
World famous artist Phlegm paints Sutcliffe office
Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers have unveiled a jaw-dropping piece of artwork at their Head Office in Foundry Street in Worcester City by the world famous and widely acclaimed artist Phlegm as part of this year’s Worcester Paint Festival. The London based artist...
Wyevale Nurseries’ hosts Open Day for ‘Greening Gloucestershire’ stakeholders
Staff from Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) and 25 other guests from its ‘Greening Gloucestershire’ stakeholders attended a special Open Day and tour at one of the UK’s leading nurseries recently (September 2023). They visited Herefordshire-based Wyevale...
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...
Welsh Assembly Visit
Mental Health & Tourism Levy’s were the discussion of the day at Discover Parks on the Herefordshire/Welsh border. A holiday park near Presteigne welcomed James Evans MS for Brecon and Radnorshire, to discuss boosting tourism in the area. It comes as the Welsh...
The Courtyard’s 25th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday 23 September, 7.30pm Tickets: Standard £25, VIP £60 01432 340555 The Courtyard’s 25th Anniversary Celebration is an evening of dance, theatre and entertainment which will be appearing at The Courtyard in September. The Courtyard has been...
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