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Shakespeare Circle Launches in Worcester After Hit Hive Events
A new group is launching in Worcester to help people explore the works of William Shakespeare through play, interaction and discussion. The Shakespeare Circle at The Hive launches on 21 April, 6.30pm-8pm aligning with the celebrations of the playwright’s birthday...
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Shakespeare Circle Launches in Worcester After Hit Hive Events
A new group is launching in Worcester to help people explore the works of William Shakespeare through play, interaction and discussion. The Shakespeare Circle at The Hive launches on 21 April, 6.30pm-8pm aligning with the celebrations of the playwright’s birthday...
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University a Finalist in National Sustainability Awards
The University of Worcester has been shortlisted for a national sustainability award, recognising its efforts to encourage biodiversity and support nature on campus. It has been named a finalist in the Nature Positive category of the Green Gown Awards for improving...
National Podcast Explores the Story Behind the Hive
The Hive, Worcester’s iconic library, was the subject of discussion on a national podcast examining the importance of libraries and librarians. Campus, the podcast from Times Higher Education, explores the most pressing issues in global high education. In this...
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Martyn’s Law – an introductory guide to the Draft Terrorism Bill
With the increased threat of terrorist attacks, there has never been more of an important time to consider what can be done to safeguard sports, dance and leisure events and venues, from future incidents. Martyn’s Law, or the Draft Terrorism (Protection of...
NCT Leader Praises University’s “Inspiring” Training and Facilities
A leading figure from the national charity that supports people as they become parents has praised the University of Worcester’s vision in building the health and education workforce of the future. Angela McConville, Chief Executive of NCT (National Childbirth Trust),...
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Over £169m for Herefordshire & Worcestershire Businesses
A combined figure of over £169 million has been paid out to businesses across Herefordshire & Worcestershire who have been affected by the Coronavirus under the Government’s Small Business Grant Scheme. Over £134 million has been paid out to businesses in...
How is the Coronavirus impacting the UK economy and what will recovery look like?
This is an ever-changing situation and the content here should be read as correct at the date of publication (29.04.20). Poppy Bramford, Policy & Public Affairs Manager, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Where are we now? The...
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More support for further education to provide work ready employees
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson promised to improve the nations Further Education offering and vowed to scrap the target of 50% of young people attending university. More focus should be on further education in the coming years as the country looks to recover...
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More support for further education to provide work ready employees
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson promised to improve the nations Further Education offering and vowed to scrap the target of 50% of young people attending university. More focus should be on further education in the coming years as the country looks to recover...
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Times are challenging for the local newspaper industry with the Coronavirus outbreak having severe effects at a local, national and global level. Due to the change in environment, Worcester News are offering readers the opportunity to have their local newspaper...
Experienced leadership steers Thursfields through the challenges of lockdown
A top Midlands law firm is rising to the multiple challenges of the COVID-19 lockdown thanks to its experienced leadership. Nick O’Hara, the managing director of Thursfields Solicitors, has just celebrated 41 years at the company, and has no intention of letting the...
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Ball in Aid of the Children of Worcestershire Cancer Fund
Join Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity for a charity ball to raise funds for their Children of Worcestershire Cancer Fund. The ball will be hosted by Elliott Webb (Radio Presenter on BBC Radio Hereford and Worcester) and will be held on the 23rd of September at...
It’s a hattrick for Thorne Widgery CEO at top accounting awards
For the third year running, our CEO has made the shortlist for the Accounting Excellence Awards. Regarded as the most important awards ceremony in the profession’s calendar, these prestigious national accolades recognise the best firms and accounting leaders. Daniel...
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Foreign-owned businesses are continuing to invest strongly across the Marches – demonstrating the strength of the region as a high-quality business location, the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership says. A Marches LEP-run programme has seen a combined £13million...
Vamos Theatre Celebrates Successful First Year of Ambitious Environmental Action Plan.
Vamos Theatre celebrates successful first year of ambitious Environmental Action Plan. Vamos Theatre, the UK’s leading full mask theatre company based in Worcester, has completed the first year of its Environmental Action Plan, designed to reduce the environmental...
Hazelton Mountford Celebrates 15 Years of Business Success as Leading Chartered Insurance Brokers
Established in 2008 by Group Managing Director Gordon Hazelton, the company’s journey began with a vision to offer business clients the expertise of large corporate insurance brokers while delivering the personalised service and value for money synonymous with...
Getting to Net Zero
If you’ve signed up to a net-zero commitment you may be wondering how best to cut carbon. Construction and building usage account for 40% of the UK’s carbon emissions, so looking at your building’s energy use is a vital first step. Achieving zero carbon is complex as...
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