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Research Project to Break Down Barriers to Nature for People with Dementia
A new study will help break down barriers to outdoor spaces for millions of people affected by dementia. The research, led by the University of Worcester’s Association for Dementia Studies (ADS) in collaboration with Natural England and a range of leading health and...
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Research Project to Break Down Barriers to Nature for People with Dementia
A new study will help break down barriers to outdoor spaces for millions of people affected by dementia. The research, led by the University of Worcester’s Association for Dementia Studies (ADS) in collaboration with Natural England and a range of leading health and...
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Social Media Skills: A Business Essential in Today’s Workforce
In today’s fast-evolving digital workplace, social media is no longer just a marketing tool—it’s a critical skillset. From customer service to brand awareness and recruitment, the ability to communicate effectively online is becoming essential across industries. As...
HCR Law Strengthens Regional Presence with Largest-Ever Promotion Round
Top 60 UK law firm HCR Law has announced significant UK-wide regional growth. In the largest promotion round in its history, HCR Law has promoted 87 lawyers and support professionals across all legal disciplines and within the firm’s 10 offices, reflecting the firm’s...
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University CPR Challenge Raises Awareness of Lifesaving Skill
A gruelling charity challenge at the University of Worcester saw students and staff undertake 24 hours of continuous CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation). The student-run CPR Training Marathon was designed to both raise money for charity and highlight the importance of...
Specsavers Vision Labs welcomes Royal visitor
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal was in Kidderminster this week visiting a lens manufacturing site owned by Specsavers. The Princess unveiled a plaque commemorating the occasion and spoke with many of the employees, some who had been there for more than 30 years,...
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Chamber 2019 Q4 Economic Report results
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Bishop Fleming, have released the results of the latest Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) outlining key economic indicators for Quarter 4 (Q4) 2019. The report, from Q4 2019, focusses specially...
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Confusion still over trade with 3rd countries
The Withdrawal Agreement provides for business-as-usual trading arrangements between the UK and the EU during the transition period until the end of 2020. Businesses should not experience rule changes, require new licences, or face new trade frictions in this time....
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Confusion still over trade with 3rd countries
The Withdrawal Agreement provides for business-as-usual trading arrangements between the UK and the EU during the transition period until the end of 2020. Businesses should not experience rule changes, require new licences, or face new trade frictions in this time....
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£100,000 for flood hit communities
Malvern Hills District Council have unveiled a financial support package to help residents, businesses and communities affecting by recent flooding, caused as a result of Storm Dennis, The funding includes: 100% Council Tax discount for qualifying residents for at...
Disaster Recovery Checklist from Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers
Worcester-based insurance brokers Sutcliffe & Co have released their ‘Disaster Recovery Checklist’ to help local businesses deal with the aftermath of recent floods. The list is as follows: Obey emergency services If safe, turn off utilities at mains...
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AI, convinced yet?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming a vital part of modern business operations, and for good reason. It offers numerous benefits that can help businesses become more productive, efficient, and competitive in today’s fast-paced market. One of the...
Vamos Theatre wins Drama & Theatre Magazine Editor’s Award for its educational drama resources.
Vamos Theatre, the full mask theatre company based in Worcester, is delighted to have been awarded the Drama & Theatre Education Awards Editor’s Award for its work in creating low cost, accessible drama resources. The award focuses on Vamos Theatre’s work over the...
Law firm announces new head of agriculture and rural affairs department
A Worcestershire law firm has announced the appointment of new departmental head for its award-winning agriculture and rural affairs division. mfg Solicitors, which has offices across the county, has appointed partner Alex Phillips who will now lead the 13-strong team...
New Member Profile: Introducing CraftAndSew!
CraftAndSew is a small freelance service crafting a variety of handmade items. Situated in the heart of Stourport on Severn, they offer a bespoke service which, depending on the requirements, offers some personalisation as a nice individual touch. It also has a small...
Britannic Place shortlisted for a hattrick of awards at Professional Adviser Awards 2023
Worcester based Chartered Financial Planners, Britannic Place, and one of their employees have been shortlisted for three awards at the Professional Adviser Awards 2023. The awards run by this professional publication are now into their 18th year and they recognise...
New e-bikes arrive in Hereford
An additional 47 Beryl e-bikes are being added to Hereford’s fleet this week. More will be added over the coming weeks, making a total of 200 bikes and 104 e-bikes available for users in the city. The e-bikes can be hired from and returned to any of the existing 69...
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