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Remarkable Resilience; an Extra Special Graduation for One Nurse
A nurse will graduate next week after overcoming a huge challenge on her journey to qualifying. Esme Savage will formally receive her degree in Adult Nursing from the University of Worcester on Tuesday, two years later than she had originally planned. After her first...
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Remarkable Resilience; an Extra Special Graduation for One Nurse
A nurse will graduate next week after overcoming a huge challenge on her journey to qualifying. Esme Savage will formally receive her degree in Adult Nursing from the University of Worcester on Tuesday, two years later than she had originally planned. After her first...
Member News
Graduate Making a Difference in Indonesia Through Education and Conservation
A graduate who started a charity in Sumatra says he’s using the lessons he learned at the University of Worcester to make a difference to people in Indonesia. Sam Oakes, who graduated from the University’s School of Sport and Exercise Science in 2016, spent time...
Land slippage on the Severn Valley Railway will affect some Services
A serious embankment failure has occurred on the Severn Valley Railway, leaving the track impassable at one location along the 16-mile route. The popular heritage line is likely to face a large repair bill, and disruption to services at the northern end of its route....
Patron & Strategic News
Landlords Urged to Protect Themselves Against Protected Leases
Commercial property landlords across Worcestershire have been warned of the difficulties they can face when trying to take back possession from a tenant, and urged to seek legal advice to avoid having an unwanted protected lease. The warning comes as The Landlord and...
Marking a Year of Achievement with Grubby: A Landmark in ATP and Oakland International Collaboration
As Acorn Trade Partners (ATP) and Oakland International celebrate their successful year-long collaboration with Grubby, a UK-based producer of plant-based recipe kits, focus has now turned to developing and expanding product and service offer to better serve Grubby’s...
Chamber News
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce provides exclusive business healthcare cover with affiliate partner AXA
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is pleased to remind its Members of the exclusive Business Healthcare Cover offered through its affiliate partnership with AXA, a leading global insurance provider. This valuable benefit is available to all...
Co-locate with us!
We have an exciting opportunity for businesses in Herefordshire and Worcestershire to utilise some space in our Worcestershire office, at Warndon Business Park, WR4 9NE. Our new flexible working arrangements, have freed up some space in our office, that we would like...
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Introducing Alentar UK Limited
The Alentar team focus on helping businesses to grow through affordable, professional business services, and specialise in Leadership, Strategic Planning and Implementation, Commercial Development, Technology and Continuous Improvement activities. We have experience...
Introducing Alentar UK Limited
The Alentar team focus on helping businesses to grow through affordable, professional business services, and specialise in Leadership, Strategic Planning and Implementation, Commercial Development, Technology and Continuous Improvement activities. We have experience...
Policy News
Government’s Innovation Strategy aims to boost UK productivity
On 22 July, the government published their Innovation Strategy. The strategy aims to boost private sector investment in R&D across the whole of the UK and make the UK a global hub for innovation. The strategy consists of plans in four areas, which will support the...
Numbers on furlough fall to lowest level since start of pandemic
Figures published yesterday (29 July) show the fewest number of people on furlough since the scheme launched in March 2020, down from a peak of nearly nine million at the height of the pandemic in May last year. 1.9 million people remained on the scheme by the end of...
Skills News
Entries open as the Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards returns in 2021
Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership and Worcestershire County Council have announced that the popular apprenticeship celebration event, the Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards are returning in 2021. Entries to the awards have now opened with apprentices,...
DRPG’s digital launch for Birmingham hippodrome’s ‘young advocates programme’
DRPG have made full use of their innovative technology and hosted a special live launch for Birmingham Hippodrome. The Hippodrome selected 16 young people for their brand new ‘Young Advocates’ pilot programme. These enthusiastic and local 14–22 year olds were selected...
Charity News
Local lawyers take on Wolf Run for the Emily Jordan Foundation
A team of Worcestershire lawyers have completed a gruelling country race to raise money for a popular charity. Fifteen solicitors from mfg Solicitors tackled the 10k ‘Wolf Run’ in Leamington Spa on Sunday 23 April – with the team raising over £2,000 for the Emily...
Children’s Charity Makes History as First Hospice Ever to Strike Gold with UNICEF UK Award
Acorns Children’s Hospice continues to make history as the first hospice in Britain ever to win a UNICEF UK ‘Gold’ award for its work to protect children’s rights. The prestigious accolade recognises the charity’s commitment to ensuring the United Nations Convention...
BCC Respond to Autumn Statement 2023
Yesterday (22nd), the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt MP, delivered the Autumn Statement 2023. In response, the BCC team has prepared resources to support you and your members including: • OBR Economic and Fiscal Outlook Summary – Autumn Statement 2023...
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BCC Respond to Autumn Statement 2023
Yesterday (22nd), the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt MP, delivered the Autumn Statement 2023. In response, the BCC team has prepared resources to support you and your members including: • OBR Economic and Fiscal Outlook Summary – Autumn Statement 2023...
Worcestershire News
Marches LEP’s Record of Success Detailed in New Annual Report
The Marches Local Enterprise Partnership today published its annual report – detailing the key successes the organisation has helped drive over the last 12 months. The LEP – which covers Herefordshire, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin – says it has continued to...
THE LYGON ARMS NAMED AS THE COTSWOLDS BEST HOTEL OF THE YEAR 2023
With Christmas lights adorning the ancient 14th century coaching inn, nestled in the heart of picturesque Broadway, the team will have even more to celebrate this festive season, with the announcement that The Lygon Arms has been voted the ‘Cotswolds Best Hotel of the...
Herefordshire News
Council team scoops food award
A Herefordshire Council team has won an award at the West Midlands Public Health Awards. The council’s public health team won the hotly-contested ‘local authority project of the year award’ for its work on sustainable food. Held in Birmingham on Saturday 20 May, the...
Secretary of State for the Environment Visits Herefordshire
Secretary of State for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), the Rt Hon Thérèse Coffey visited Herefordshire today to meet with the farming community, representatives of the Herefordshire Council, Natural England, Environment Agency, the Welsh Government,...
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Strengthening Worcestershire Fund Needs Extra Support for Match Funding Programme!
Launched in June by Worcestershire Community Foundation in partnership with Worcestershire County Council, a new funding programme to support local communities struggling in the current economic climate has raised £150,000 but is still aiming for more. The...
The Quarterly Economic Survey for Q4 is now Live.
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey is live! By participating in this survey, your business will have a direct impact on government policy. Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce represents member views...
SME Divide Revealed on Environmental Targets
Ahead of COP 29, the UN Climate Change Conference in Azerbaijan, British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) research has found a clear divide among SMEs on environmental targets. The survey, by the BCC’s award-winning Insights Unit, shows around half of firms with more...
University Researchers Investigate Impact of Soil Erosion on Farming
Soil washed away on farmland by rainfall can have dire consequences for farmers and for the environment. Now researchers at the University of Worcester are using the latest drone technology to establish the extent of this erosion, its impact and therefore the...
Worcestershire Care Home Care Home Hosts Spectacular Firework Display
Dorset House Nursing Home in Droitwich dazzled residents, staff, family, and friends with a vibrant firework display, celebrating Bonfire Night with an unforgettable evening filled with community, warmth, and joy. Attended by people of all ages, the event fostered a...
Worcestershire County Cricket Club Membership On Sale Now
Membership packages for the 2025 cricket season at Visit Worcestershire New Road are on sale now. From the excitement and exhilaration of the T20 Blast and Metro Bank One Day Cup to the Vitality County Championship matches, there is something for everyone. You can...
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