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Budget Must Kickstart Sluggish Economy
Reacting to the latest GDP data published this morning by the ONS, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “With a backdrop of weak business and investment confidence, sluggish Q3 growth of just 0.1% is unsurprising. “But the...
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Budget Must Kickstart Sluggish Economy
Reacting to the latest GDP data published this morning by the ONS, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “With a backdrop of weak business and investment confidence, sluggish Q3 growth of just 0.1% is unsurprising. “But the...
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24-hour CPR Marathon to Return to University
The annual 24-hour CPR marathon challenge is returning to the University of Worcester next month. Starting at 9am on March 10, students, staff and visitors will maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation on a training mannequin until 9am the following morning. The event...
University of Worcester Welcomes UCAS Boss
The Head of UCAS says strong leadership is why the University of Worcester is first in the UK for sustained graduate employment. Dr Jo Saxton CBE, Chief Executive of the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service, was speaking after a visit to the University, where...
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Duncan Sutcliffe Newly Elected Worcestershire Ambassador
Duncan Sutcliffe has been announced as a newly elected Worcestershire Ambassador, joining business leaders who champion the County by actively supporting local communities, businesses and charities. As the Managing Director of the widely known, fourth generation...
Hazelton Mountford welcome two more new starters
The team at Hazelton Mountford extend a warm welcome to new starters Leanne Morris and Sammara Ahmed. Leanne joins the insurance broker to support Sophie Gibbins in the expanding Let Property department as Account Handler. Leanne says: “I’m very excited to...
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Employment and HR issues arising from Coronavirus
This webinar has now taken place. To view the full video, please click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LX2aif3p4qY&t= Sally Morris, Head of Employment at mfg Solicitors LLP will presenting at an online seminar and Q&A session, in association with the...
Government Coronavirus updates on WhatsApp
The UK Government has launched a Coronavirus Information service on WhatsApp. The service will provide information on topics such as Coronavirus prevention and symptoms, the latest number of cases in the UK, advice on staying at home, travel advice and myth busting....
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BCC/Totaljobs: Budget must address critical skills shortages to ‘level up’ UK growth
Over half of UK firms attempted to recruit in the last quarter of 2019, but almost three quarters have struggled to find the right talent, the largest survey of UK employers has found. Labour market remains stable as over half (55%) of UK businesses attempted to...
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BCC/Totaljobs: Budget must address critical skills shortages to ‘level up’ UK growth
Over half of UK firms attempted to recruit in the last quarter of 2019, but almost three quarters have struggled to find the right talent, the largest survey of UK employers has found. Labour market remains stable as over half (55%) of UK businesses attempted to...
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Government release guidance on closure of businesses and premises
The government has released guidance on what businesses and premises should close and any exceptions. Takeaway and delivery services may remain open under the guidance previously provided by the government. Online retail is still open and encouraged and postal and...
Gtech providing life saving support to NHS
After government appeals for top engineering companies to help in making life saving ventilators to support the NHS, brands such as McClaren, Nissan and Chamber Members Gtech were there to answer their calls for help. Nick Grey, Gtech Founder and Chief Executive, was...
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Are you an employer based in Herefordshire or Worcestershire looking to do more to support your staff?
Support for those caring for others Do you have staff that are working and looking after a family member or friend who needs help because of illness, age, disability, or addiction? Yes – then you have working carers in your workforce! Did you know 1 in 7 employees in...
The SJL Foundation Ball 2023
SJL will be hosting their 3rd black tie Charity Ball at The Bank House Hotel, Worcester on 24th March 2023 to raise vital funds for Acorns Children’s hospice and to also support ethical business start ups. They are seeking raffle and auction prizes so if anyone can...
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Trust Staff Recognition Awards
Ensuring hospital staff have a rewarding, supportive and inclusive working environment, as well as having the right skills to provide high quality care and put patients first, lies at the heart of Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust’s People and Culture strategy....
Vote for ONE: Build in Digital’s Top 25 Tech Partners
ONE Creative environments (ONE) is delighted to have been named on the shortlist for Build in Digital’s Top 25 Tech Partners and would really appreciate your vote. The judges have shortlisted ONE, which has its HQ in Worcester, and professionals from the Property and...
Use Skills Bootcamps to Retain and Reskill your Workforce
Local training provider The Development Manager (TDM), has a pool of talented individuals looking for employers to interview them and help them to start a Tech & Digital role in the region as an apprentice. These work-ready individuals are currently completing...
GJS Dillon helps global research company take up space in former Worcester Royal Porcelain Works
High quality office accommodation in the stunning former Royal Worcester Porcelain Works is the latest letting negotiated by Worcestershire-based commercial property consultancy and Chartered Surveyors GJS Dillon. Acting on behalf of the Landlord, Kyle Pugh, GJS...
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