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Data Map to track Workflow (Interactive tool)
When I was working as a GDPR consultant, part of the requirements of the legislation was to understand the data flow as it passes through the organization (https://it-ebs.co.uk/news/gdpr-map/). This allowed us to spot any cyber security risks that may occur at any...
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Data Map to track Workflow (Interactive tool)
When I was working as a GDPR consultant, part of the requirements of the legislation was to understand the data flow as it passes through the organization (https://it-ebs.co.uk/news/gdpr-map/). This allowed us to spot any cyber security risks that may occur at any...
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I’m featured in Styled: Inside the World of Fashion Styling by Jennifer Michalski-Bray!
I’m absolutely thrilled to share that I’ve been featured in the newly released book Styled by the brilliant Jennifer Michalski-Bray. This beautifully illustrated book lifts the lid on what it really takes to become a successful stylist — from celebrity red carpets to...
Hayward Wright Raises Thousands for Parkinson’s UK at Annual Charity Golf Day
Accountancy group Hayward Wright held its third consecutive annual charity golf day last week in partnership with Parkinson’s UK, the national charity that campaigns for better health and care services for those affected by Parkinson’s while funding...
Patron & Strategic News
OLPRO awarded B-corp certification
Worcestershire-based stand-out Outdoor brand OLPRO become the first major UK-based Camping company to be awarded B-Corporation certification. Founded by Daniel Walton in 2011, OLPRO ensures that the company have a positive impact on the planet and community, whilst...
Students’ CPR Awareness Efforts Earn National Award Shortlisting
An event to raise awareness of the importance of learning CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) has seen students at the University of Worcester up for a national award. Those who worked together to bring about the 24-hour CPR Training Marathon fundraiser back in March...
Chamber News
Michelin Star Pensons hosts Worcester Women’s Business Forum
40 attendees gathered for the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce’s Worcester Women’s Business Forum, in association with Bishop Fleming. The event was held Wednesday 15 January at the picturesque Pensons at the Netherwood Estate where guests had...
Businesses representing all areas of UK economy offer government help designing new immigration system
An open letter to the Home Secretary has been published days ahead of the Migration Advisory Committee report. The UK’s five largest business organisations (BCC, CBI, FSB, IOD & MakeUK) – and around 30 trade associations, from hoteliers to universities,...
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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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DRPG commit to supporting 15 students through Birmingham Hippodrome Education Network
As part of their 40th Anniversary goal to support 40 CSR projects in their 40th year, DRPG have partnered with independent charity Birmingham Hippodrome by sponsoring 15 places in Hippodrome Young Companies – a initiative which provides world-class professional...
Keeping your business protected in times of uncertainty
There are many risks for businesses to consider such as the rise in the minimum wage, uncertainty over Brexit and business rates, spiraling business insurance costs, threats of business interruption and cyber-crime to name a few. Reviewing company costs is therefore...
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Worcestershire students cook up a storm in new kitchen facilities for community lunch initiative
Worcestershire college students cooked up a storm in their brand-new kitchen facilities as they hosted the first intergenerational luncheon in three years. Students from Pershore College partnered with the Rotary Club of Evesham to host 12 local elderly residents for...
New Executive Chef for events venue Crumplebury
Herefordshire events venue Crumplebury has appointed a new Executive Chef. Kevin Barron joins the team from five-star Glenapp Castle in Ayrshire, Scotland, following a career in luxury hotels in Kenya and the Cotswolds. Kevin, who has moved to the Whitbourne Estate...
Worcestershire business celebrating growth from every angle
Worcestershire business, Rock Power Connections, who design and build electrical infrastructure solutions across the UK, bringing high voltage power to the places it’s needed are celebrating growth from every angle. Celebrating 10 years in business, Rock has seen...
The Chamber Business Manifesto 2023/24 is here!
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce have released their Business Manifesto 2023/24. The publication outlines our plans for the next financial year detailing the priorities for local and national government, as identified by local businesses during...
New head of agriculture and rural affairs at mfg Solicitors
Law firm mfg Solicitors has announced the appointment of partner Alex Phillips as its new departmental head for its agriculture and rural affairs division. Alex is now leading the award-winning team which specialises in advising farmers, estate owners and landowners...
Cosford finance event hailed a flyaway success
More businesses from across the Marches have been urged to take advantage of a £350million funding programme to help them grow at a hugely successful event. Around 60 people attended the event – staged by the British Business Bank and the Marches LEP at the RAF...
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