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University Leader Welcomes Return of European Study Scheme
The University of Worcester’s Vice Chancellor has welcomed the UK’s decision to rejoin the Erasmus student exchange scheme from 2027, ending a six-year absence. The move will give UK students the chance to study, train, or volunteer across Europe once again. Professor...
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University Leader Welcomes Return of European Study Scheme
The University of Worcester’s Vice Chancellor has welcomed the UK’s decision to rejoin the Erasmus student exchange scheme from 2027, ending a six-year absence. The move will give UK students the chance to study, train, or volunteer across Europe once again. Professor...
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University Academic Seeks Public’s Stories of Bystander Intervention
Have you ever chosen to intervene in a difficult situation? A University of Worcester academic has launched a new project that seeks to collect people’s stories of bystander intervention. Whether they were the person that intervened to help or the one who benefited...
Severn Valley Railway names 45699 ‘Galatea’ as Gala guest loco
The Severn Valley Railway has confirmed that LMS Jubilee 45699 ‘Galatea’, currently running as 45627 ‘Sierra Leone’, is the final member of its trio of guest locomotives at the Spring Steam Gala, between Friday 18 and Monday 21 April. ‘We’re delighted to welcome...
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NMITE Open Day – Saturday 25 March
Explore the NMITE Campus this weekend! We’ll be showcasing NMITE’s stand-out differences, as a UK breakthrough in university education, at our Blackfriars Campus in Hereford on Saturday 25th March 2023, 10.30am till 2pm and booking is open to all. Come and explore our...
‘Going For Gold’ event launches in the West Midlands
On 2nd March 2023, West Midland Reserve Forces & Cadets Association held its first-ever ‘Going for Gold’ event at DRPG’s studios in Worcestershire. Emphasising the importance of the Ministry of Defence’s Employer Recognition Scheme, the event aimed to encourage...
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Webinar: Help for the self-employed during Coronavirus with Bishop Fleming
Join Chris Walklett, Tax Partner from Bishop Fleming who will provide advice and answer your questions on the following: The self-employed income scheme- who is eligible? How to access the scheme Potential issues with the scheme Tax deferment for self-assessment This...
Webinar: Legal Issues affecting Business Owners – Assessing your Financial Affairs during Coronavirus
This webinar has now taken place. To view the full video, please click here: https://youtu.be/7SmogOMeWVI Join Laura Banks, Wills & Estates Department and Stewart Coles, Commercial Property Department from Thursfields Solicitors who will provide guidance and...
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BCC live seminar and Q&A
Join British Chambers of Commerce Director General, Dr. Adam Marshall, as he explains what action the British Chambers of Commerce is taking in Westminster to support its Members across the UK and hears directly from the business community about the issues they are...
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BCC live seminar and Q&A
Join British Chambers of Commerce Director General, Dr. Adam Marshall, as he explains what action the British Chambers of Commerce is taking in Westminster to support its Members across the UK and hears directly from the business community about the issues they are...
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3D Printers used by college to support NHS with PPE Supplies
A college group based in Warwickshire and Worcestershire is helping to produce face shields for the NHS to protect frontline workers in the fight against the Coronavirus outbreak. WCG is using 3D printers from its engineering departments to make main parts for face...
Primrose Launch Virtual Fundraiser As Demand For Services Surge
PEOPLE can join a new virtual fundraising campaign to get them active and support their local hospice as it sees a surge in demand. Pace for Primrose has been launched as Primrose Hospice continues to provide care and support during the pandemic to palliative care...
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‘Going For Gold’ event launches in the West Midlands
On 2nd March 2023, West Midland Reserve Forces & Cadets Association held its first-ever ‘Going for Gold’ event at DRPG’s studios in Worcestershire. Emphasising the importance of the Ministry of Defence’s Employer Recognition Scheme, the event aimed to encourage...
University Staff Member Bids for London Marathon World Record Attempt Dressed as Lumberjack
A member of staff at the University of Worcester will be attempting to break the world record for the fastest London Marathon time dressed as a lumberjack. Chris Garratt, Deputy Chief Information Officer, said he was looking for a fun way to raise money for the...
Staff celebrating 235 years’ experience at Midlands training experts PTP
Eighteen staff at Midland training experts Performance Through People (PTP) have clocked up an impressive 235 years between them. The colleagues celebrated with a special lunch at the company’s Walsall offices where Kevin Davis, PTP board member and chair of the...
Dementia Researchers Present Project Findings at House of Lords
A group of researchers presented their findings on the benefits and challenges of Extra Care Housing (ECH) for people living with dementia to a special audience at the House of Lords. Staff from the University of Worcester’s Association for Dementia Studies have been...
Inflation increase places further pressure on businesses
UK inflation accelerated unexpectedly in February, adding to expectations that the Bank of England will raise interest rates again at its meeting on Thursday. The annual rate of consumer price inflation rose to 10.4 per cent in February, the Office for National...
Signs Express Worcester Celebrates 20 Years of Business
Signs Express Worcester recently celebrated its 20-year trading anniversary. This milestone represents a significant achievement in the company’s history, and it serves as a testament to the dedication, hard work, and commitment of the team. The business was...
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