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Modern Work Experience at Specsavers M&D
Work experience at Specsavers Manufacturing & Distribution has evolved into a hands‑on and meaningful introduction to the world of work. Across Vision Labs, Lens Online, IGS and Kidderminster, students now gain real insight into how eyewear is produced,...
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Modern Work Experience at Specsavers M&D
Work experience at Specsavers Manufacturing & Distribution has evolved into a hands‑on and meaningful introduction to the world of work. Across Vision Labs, Lens Online, IGS and Kidderminster, students now gain real insight into how eyewear is produced,...
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Side Hustlers Urged to get Tax Returns Sorted Now
If you earn more than £1,000 from additional income, you may need to register for Self Assessment Filing now means you will know your tax situation sooner and can spread payments over time HMRC’s digital services make filing quick and easy Anyone earning extra...
Students’ Work to Feature in County’s Fire Stations
University of Worcester students’ design work will feature in fire stations across Herefordshire and Worcestershire thanks to a new initiative. Second year Graphic Design students were tasked by Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) to develop...
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University’s First Medical Cohort Commences Studies
The first ever cohort of medical students have begun their training at the University of Worcester’s new Three Counties Medical School. Forty-four students have started their studies, including 20 UK students, who are being funded through their four years of study by...
Law firm expands Private Client offering with appointment of new partner
Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors has strengthened its Private Client department with the appointment of a new partner. Solicitor Peter Tyrrell, who has 18 years’ experience of advising and supporting a range of businesses, has joined mfg and will work closely...
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St Basils Virtual Walk Event May 4th-June 12th
The virtual walk event is a great way to keep fit and not be bored at home. The event starts on May 4th and ends on June 12th which can be done in the confines of your home/garden. It is set in the famous Camino de Santiago trail whereby 743 kilometers has to...
Furlough scheme cut-off date extended to 19 March
Thousands more employees will able to receive support through the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) after the eligibility date was extended to 19 March 2020, the government announced today. Under the scheme announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak last month,...
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New UK border measures enforce 14 day quarantine period for arrivals
Over the weekend the government announced that people arriving from a list of countries to the UK must self-isolate for 14 days from 8 June. People will need to inform the government where they will quarantine as there will be random spot checks that could lead to a...
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New UK border measures enforce 14 day quarantine period for arrivals
Over the weekend the government announced that people arriving from a list of countries to the UK must self-isolate for 14 days from 8 June. People will need to inform the government where they will quarantine as there will be random spot checks that could lead to a...
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How will the COVID-19 pandemic affect my commercial contracts?
As a business owner, you’re already taking steps to respond to the Covid-19 pandemic, prepare for it to get worse and protect your business, staff and customers as far as you can. If you are likely to have difficulties in meeting your contractual obligations or a...
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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Faun -Zoeller UK Acquires C.P Davidson & Sons Ltd
Faun-Zoeller UK announces the acquisition of C.P. Davidson LTD as part of its UK strategic plan. C.P. Davidson’s Ltd is a hire company based in Chorley, Northwest England. With CPD joining FZUK, it will help add to their offering, the customer base, technology...
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Business Enterprise Fund for Herefordshire Businesses is now open
The UKSPF Business Enterprise Fund is a capital grant scheme funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Its aim is to enable Herefordshire businesses to increase their productivity and become more resilient through the adoption of new (to the business) technologies and...
Recruitment duo set for River Severn charity kayak challenge
Two Worcestershire-based recruitment specialists are set to take on a gruelling charity kayak challenge, which they are calling the 777 challenge, which will see them paddling the length of the River Severn over seven days and raising £7,000 for children’s charity New...
Thursfields Proudly Supports Rising Triathlete Olive Thomas
West Midlands Law firm, Thursfields, is delighted to announce its support of Olive Thomas, a talented 13-year-old triathlete from Clent who attends Haybridge High School. Olive’s dedication and outstanding achievements in the world of triathlon have caught the...
Celebrations All Round at the Chamber Business Awards 2023!
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce were delighted to welcome guests to the Worcester Arena for the Chamber Business Awards 2023, sponsored by Herefordshire Council. Hosted by the amazing Paul Sinha, the Awards welcomed over 700 guests from...
Powerful new film shines honest light on children’s hospice care
You’ll never forget that moment. The diagnosis. Everything stops…’ – This is the powerful opening of a brand-new film from Acorns Children’s Hospice that takes you on the moving journey of local families who need the charity’s lifeline care and support. ‘Stronger...
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