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‘Phenomenal’ – Law firm raises more than £118,000 for Acorns vital care
A phenomenal £118,136 has been raised for Acorns Children’s Hospice by a local law firm following ‘an incredible’ three-year partnership with the charity. Award-winning Talbots Law demonstrated the power of the partnership by supporting key events such as Bubble Rush,...
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‘Phenomenal’ – Law firm raises more than £118,000 for Acorns vital care
A phenomenal £118,136 has been raised for Acorns Children’s Hospice by a local law firm following ‘an incredible’ three-year partnership with the charity. Award-winning Talbots Law demonstrated the power of the partnership by supporting key events such as Bubble Rush,...
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Acclaimed Midlands chamber choir to perform at Elgar Festival
Organisers of the annual celebration of the life and music of Worcestershire’s most famous composer have announced a festival first. The Elgar Festival – which will take place from Saturday 24 May until Sunday 1 June this year – will welcome acclaimed Midlands chamber...
Festival announces return of dementia friendly concerts
Organisers of the annual celebration of the life and music of Worcestershire’s most famous composer have announced three relaxed concerts for those living with dementia. The free events will be held on: Thursday 22 May, St George’s Church, Barbourne, Worcester at...
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Double-decker apprenticeship bus hits the Worcestershire roads for National Apprenticeship Week
A double-decker bus tour will highlight how apprenticeships can help young people kickstart their careers as it hits roads across the Midlands as part of National Apprenticeship Week. Leading college group WCG, which includes colleges in Warwickshire and...
Midlands office furniture specialist creates 30 new jobs in expansion helped by Thursfields
Surging exports as far afield as Australia have seen a Midlands office furniture specialist take on 30 staff and expand into new premises, assisted by Thursfields Solicitors. JDD Furniture Ltd, which designs and manufactures its own products, was founded by Walsall...
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Government support for businesses during Coronavirus Pandemic
The government has announced a number of measures and packages to help support businesses through unprecedented times. After pledging £12 billion to soften the impact of COVID-19 in the budget, the government confirmed on Tuesday 17 March that they would be giving...
Parents warned over gifts and loans to children whose relationships fail
Parents in Worcestershire who are considering giving their children a loan from “the bank of mum and dad” are being warned to ensure it is secure in case relationships breakdown. Lawyer Richard Connolly said unsecured cash gifts and loans from parents to children are...
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BCC comments on Migration Advisory Committee’s report
Commenting on the release of the Migration Advisory Committee’s report on the UK’s immigration system, published today, BCC Head of People Policy Jane Gratton said: “Businesses want a flexible immigration system that provides access to the staff they need, without...
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BCC comments on Migration Advisory Committee’s report
Commenting on the release of the Migration Advisory Committee’s report on the UK’s immigration system, published today, BCC Head of People Policy Jane Gratton said: “Businesses want a flexible immigration system that provides access to the staff they need, without...
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Entries open for Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards 2020!
Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership and Worcestershire County Council have announced that entries are now open for the popular Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards 2020. The Awards celebrate the most successful apprentices, schools, careers leads, training...
Oakland International extends investment in online energy efficiency technologies
Oakland International has increased its investment in online energy-efficient technologies, helping to reduce energy consumption and delivering advanced sustainability across its temperature-controlled operations. Oakland’s new investment means that they have improved...
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You’re invited to Talk Community’s next networking breakfast!
Wednesday 1st March, 2023 8am – 10am Hereford Rugby Football Club, Wyeside, Belvedere Lane, Hereford, HR4 0PH Please book your place here The Connecting Business and Charities breakfast is a unique event for businesses, social enterprises, and voluntary and community...
Labour shortage: Are you an age-positive employer?
There’s been a lot in the news recently about getting over-50s who have decided to finish work, back into employment to help address the UK’s labour shortage and boost the economy. It’s been reported that almost 300,000 fewer people are in employment than before the...
Midlands office furniture specialist creates 30 new jobs in expansion helped by Thursfields
Surging exports as far afield as Australia have seen a Midlands office furniture specialist take on 30 staff and expand into new premises, assisted by Thursfields Solicitors. JDD Furniture Ltd, which designs and manufactures its own products, was founded by Walsall...
NMITE to host free Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Event
NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) is hosting an event that aims to demystify the world of EV Chargers at its Skylon Campus between 9:30am and 12pm on February 14th. Attendees can ask questions to a panel of leading EV Charger companies who...
University Graduate Releases First Poetry Collection
A former University of Worcester student, who became the youngest ever Worcestershire Poet Laureate last year, has published her first collection of poetry. Rhianna Levi’s book Mortal Veins features poems that look at aspects of humanity and emotions. “It’s going...
Bright Future as Lighting Company Makes the Switch
A specialist lighting company from Herefordshire has transformed its production process and expanded its workforce thanks to support from the Marches Growth Hub. Hector Finch Lighting Ltd received a £30,000 Business Growth Programme grant to help owners Hector and...
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