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Pharma Deal A Welcome Boost For UK
Reacting to news of a pharmaceuticals deal with the US, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “The original trade deal, agreed with the US in May, promised preferential outcomes on pharmaceuticals tariffs for the UK. We are pleased to see this has now...
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Pharma Deal A Welcome Boost For UK
Reacting to news of a pharmaceuticals deal with the US, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “The original trade deal, agreed with the US in May, promised preferential outcomes on pharmaceuticals tariffs for the UK. We are pleased to see this has now...
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Worcestershire Community Foundation Distributes £187,000 to Local Causes
One of the county’s largest charitable grant makers has distributed £187,000 in funding to 31 local groups and organisations across Worcestershire. The six-figure support came from Worcestershire Community Foundation through the Strengthening Worcestershire Fund which...
Event to Explore Ways into Teaching Where You Live.
Aspiring teachers are invited to an event in Worcester where they can find out more about routes into the profession, and opportunities for study where they live. The event, between 2:30-6pm at The Hive on Wednesday 26th February, aims to help people learn about the...
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University’s Lakeside Campus Gains Independent Accreditations
The University of Worcester’s Lakeside Campus has achieved a raft of new independent accreditations allowing it to further expand its outdoor sports and pursuits offering. The Lakeside Campus, based at Top Barn, Holt Heath, is a 50-acre site hosting a watersports...
The Big Give Christmas Challenge: Engineering life-changing bursaries
NMITE has been selected to participate in the Big Give Christmas Challenge, the UK’s largest match funding campaign. Between the 29 November and the 6 December 2022, NMITE will be raising money to provide life-changing bursaries to students from Herefordshire joining...
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BCC outlines key business priorities for next administration
Avoiding a no-deal Brexit and delivering an urgent confidence boost through action on infrastructure, immigration, skills and business costs must be at the forefront of the next government’s agenda, says the British Chambers of Commerce. 2020 and beyond: business...
Fellowship awarded to popular local businessman and Chair of WLEP
As part of this year’s graduation ceremonies, Mark Stansfeld, local entrepreneur and Chair of the Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (WLEP), was named a Fellow of the University of Worcester following his outstanding work and over 30 years’ experience in his...
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BCC comments on proposed Brexit agreement
Commenting on the announcement that the UK and EU negotiators have come to an agreement, Dr Adam Marshall of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Business communities will recognise the huge efforts by UK and EU negotiators to reach an agreement....
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BCC comments on proposed Brexit agreement
Commenting on the announcement that the UK and EU negotiators have come to an agreement, Dr Adam Marshall of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Business communities will recognise the huge efforts by UK and EU negotiators to reach an agreement....
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Selcraft UK’s Precious Metal Products
Since Selcraft UK was founded in 1973 the design and manufacture of precious metal products – insignia, medals and badges – has been a continual and integral aspect of the company’s yearly sales. As with all Selcraft products, the team convert paper ideas...
Collins Design and Build expands team with new Quantity Surveyor
Prominent contractor Collins Design and Build have announced the appointment of Phoebe Mitchell as Quantity Surveyor. Phoebe joins with a diverse background in professional consultancy across the Industrial, Commercial, Residential and Education sectors, and continues...
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Vamos Theatre welcomes Learning Intern thanks to support from the Mo Siewcharran Fund
Vamos Theatre is delighted to announce the appointment of Carden Stapleton as an Intern in its Learning and Participation department, after being successful in a funding bid to increase the company’s diversity. The Mo Siewcharran fund helps to transform lives and...
New podcast called Family Law Uncovered launched by Thursfields Solicitors
Leading Midlands law firm Thursfields Solicitors has launched a new podcast series focusing on family law, hosted by its own legal experts. Family Law Uncovered will be discussing everything from separation to divorce, including subjects such as mediation, family...
Team Building Days launched at Cup Ceramics Hereford
Cup Ceramic Studio in Hereford has launched Team Building Days. Are you looking for a different kind of day out to reward your employees? The art of pottery is described as therapeutic and relaxing, while spinning clay, your mind and body are in natural synergy,...
Hospice announces new Chief Executive
Worcestershire’s St Richard’s Hospice has announced the appointment of Mike Wilkerson as the charity’s new Chief Executive. Mr Wilkerson will take up the role after the current Chief Executive, June Patel, took the decision to step down later this year, following 11...
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People are in trouble; the cost-of-living crisis, job losses mounting, recession imminent. People want a different life post-Covid; work with purpose, reduced commuting time, hybrid working. Gallup has found 70% of people in employment are ‘actively disengaged’. If UK...
Thursfields sponsors triathlete now ranked No.1 in West Midlands for age group
A talented young Midlands triathlete who is currently ranked number one in the West Midlands for her age group is to be sponsored by Thursfields Solicitors. Olive Thomas, aged 12, who attends Haybridge High School in Hagley, finished first in the West Midlands...
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