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Using Excel for Bank Reconciliations

Using Excel for Bank Reconciliations

Once you’ve completed your first round of bank reconciliations in your accounting software and the balances still don’t match, it can be frustrating to trace missing or unmatched transactions: https://it-ebs.co.uk/news/oh-solve-problem-like-bank-rec/ Most systems only...

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Using Excel for Bank Reconciliations

Once you’ve completed your first round of bank reconciliations in your accounting software and the balances still don’t match, it can be frustrating to trace missing or unmatched transactions: https://it-ebs.co.uk/news/oh-solve-problem-like-bank-rec/ Most systems only...

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Pets as Therapy Charity Visits Medical Students

Pets as Therapy Charity Visits Medical Students

Medical students at the University of Worcester were treated to a special visit from Pets as Therapy dogs. The Charity, which uses animals to enhance health and wellbeing, has been visiting the University for many years now, but this is the first time they have...

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mfg Solicitors Unveil New Monthly Networking Event

mfg Solicitors Unveil New Monthly Networking Event

Law firm mfg Solicitors has launched a new networking event in Worcester as it looks to connect professionals from sectors across the city. The monthly, invite-only event, will be held in the city’s Piston Distillery, with each event offering a different networking...

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Aerial Tower to Be Built at University’s Lakeside Campus

Aerial Tower to Be Built at University’s Lakeside Campus

Planners have given the go ahead for a new aerial tower at the University of Worcester’s Lakeside Campus. The 10-metre-high tower, which will incorporate a 100m zip wire, climbing wall and abseil wall and a ‘leap of faith’, will build on the University’s outdoor...

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New Partner announced at SME

New Partner announced at SME

SME Solicitors in Worcester has announced that Liz Stirk (nee Meddings) has been made a Partner in the firm.  Liz is Head of SME’s Residential Conveyancing department. Liz Stirk joined SME Solicitors, based in Sansome Walk, in 2013 as a secretary and has progressed...

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A message to our Members

A message to our Members

Following the sudden and unprecedented impact of Covid-19, we recognise that cashflow is likely to be a major challenge for businesses until restrictions are lifted and markets recover. However, now more than ever, we are determined to provide support and advice...

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Coronavirus Mobile Device Scam Alert

Coronavirus Mobile Device Scam Alert

There has been an increase in opportunistic criminal activity on the internet and mobile channels. Below are some examples of the types of scams you should be on the lookout for on your mobile devices: Mis-information – Your well-meaning contact may spread fake...

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How has 2020 started for your business?

How has 2020 started for your business?

The Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) is the private sector’s largest business survey in the UK and enables local businesses to have their voice heard. 7000 UK businesses take part in the QES every quarter. Click here to ensure that your business experiences are...

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How has 2020 started for your business?

The Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) is the private sector’s largest business survey in the UK and enables local businesses to have their voice heard. 7000 UK businesses take part in the QES every quarter. Click here to ensure that your business experiences are...

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Carers Hub helping more carers across the county

Carers Hub helping more carers across the county

Due to recent events you may find yourself new to caring and unsure what advice or information is out there or you may be an experienced carer in an unfamiliar situation. We know that being a carer can be incredibly rewarding but we also know it isn’t always the...

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Integrity is at the heart of business right now

Integrity is at the heart of business right now

People who show little integrity at the start of this difficult time will not have a reputable business to go back to when it’s over – says Ruby Edwards of local communications agency You Do Better. As a sole parent of two children, one of whom has a life-threatening...

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The Salary & Benefits Report 2023 is Available Now!

The Salary & Benefits Report 2023 is Available Now!

93% of those surveyed in this report attempted to recruit staff over the past 12 months. Engineering, Sales, Finance, and Manufacturing were the sectors where businesses were experiencing the most difficulty in recruiting. The report also provides a summary of the...

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Business Roundup – February 2023

Business Roundup – February 2023

I noticed that a funding deal has been signed which will enable almost a further 450,000 sq ft of new industrial space to be built on Redditch Gateway in Worcestershire. We have all seen the large units along the M5 at Worcester Six, again great news for the County....

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Welcome new Members!

Welcome new Members!

We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Worcestershire Decanters Ltd – We help brands realise their full potential; driving awareness and loyalty through innovative memorable experiences. Dynamite Lifestyle T/A Simply Prosperity – I...

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Clover HR makes new leadership appointment

Clover HR makes new leadership appointment

Worcester-based Human Resources specialists Clover HR has restructured its leadership team by promoting Jenny Riley to Managing Director with founder Michael Doolin now acting as Group Managing Director. Riley has more than 25 years’ experience in HR and has worked...

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Audits: Remote control or the personal touch?

Audits: Remote control or the personal touch?

While the pandemic facilitated different ways of working, Kevin Hodgetts looks at the pros and cons of an on-site vs remote audit and explains why a tailored hybrid solution can give you the best advantage. The days of a team of auditors swarming into your office for...

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