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Leading Scholars to Share Cutting-Edge Ideas in Worcester Public Lectures
A new series of public lectures will bring leading academic experts to Worcester, offering fresh perspectives on some of the most fascinating questions in their fields. Launching in February, The Engine Room series, hosted by the University of Worcester, will invite...
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Leading Scholars to Share Cutting-Edge Ideas in Worcester Public Lectures
A new series of public lectures will bring leading academic experts to Worcester, offering fresh perspectives on some of the most fascinating questions in their fields. Launching in February, The Engine Room series, hosted by the University of Worcester, will invite...
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How to Navigate the AI Revolution
Optimising Search with Intelligent Tools and Modern SEO Strategies The world of artificial intelligence is positively booming, and it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement – and perhaps a touch of apprehension. We’re witnessing astonishing advancements...
FAUN Zoeller Fleet Services invest in new fleet
Following the recent rebranding of FAUN Zoeller Fleet Services Ltd (FZFS), FAUN Zoeller (UK) Ltd (FZUK) has taken its next strategic step by investing in new vehicles for its rental fleet — including Europe’s number one refuse collection body, the VARIOPRESS. The new...
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How are strikes affecting insurance policies?
With strikes across all sectors hitting the headlines on a weekly basis, how is this affecting insurance? Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers have seen many changes since the business was founded so are well placed to reflect on how current strikes are impacting...
NEOPERL UK focus on staff training
Over a third of the 160 staff at Neoperl UK in Malvern, took part in personal development training during 2022 and that figure is set to increase with a new learning focus for 2023. The manufacturing business requires a broad selection of skills across their employee...
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Rural businesses to benefit from new government grant
Rural businesses from across the UK will benefit from new government funding of £35 million to help support in the creation of new jobs, boosting tourism and unlocking business growth in more rural areas. The current Growth Programme, which opened for expressions of...
The Quarterly Economic Survey for Quarter 4 is now live!
It takes 90 seconds to drive change. Join 7000 other UK businesses by taking part in the Quarterly Economic Survey for Quarter 4 (Q4) 2019. Ensure that the challenges or opportunities you are facing are placed in front of HM Treasury and the Monetary Policy Committee...
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BCC responds to Conservative Party business proposals
Responding to proposals unveiled by the Conservative Party, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, Dr Adam Marshall said: Business rates: “We have continually highlighted the damaging impact that upfront business costs are having on companies across the...
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BCC responds to Conservative Party business proposals
Responding to proposals unveiled by the Conservative Party, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, Dr Adam Marshall said: Business rates: “We have continually highlighted the damaging impact that upfront business costs are having on companies across the...
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Worcestershire Business Community shows support for National Apprenticeship Week
Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership and Worcestershire County Council are joining the annual week-long celebration of apprenticeships across England. From Monday 3 February through to Sunday 9 February as part of the National Apprenticeship Week 2020, the...
Queen signs off Withdrawal Agreement Act to become UK law
The prime minister’s Withdrawal Agreement Act was signed off by the Queen on Thursday after completing its journey through parliament. The process will now be over to Brussels where the European Parliament will look to formalise the agreement in international law....
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University’s New Pro Vice Chancellor Calls for Urgent Attention to the Health and Care Workforce
The nation’s health and care workforce is in crisis and needs urgent attention, according to the University of Worcester’s new Pro Vice Chancellor Health and Science. Professor Sally Moyle, a qualified nurse, experienced academic and educational leader, joins the...
Brownfield site owners encouraged to generate energy and income by transforming their land
Owners of underused brownfield sites are being urged to consider transforming their land with energy generation and storage facilities to bring in extra income amid the energy crisis. Commercial property solicitor Phil Hunt, from Worcestershire law firm mfg...
Redhill Manufacturing moves to purpose-built new premises
It’s good news from Redhill as the Redditch-based manufacturing company is now fully operational from new, fully equipped, purpose-built premises located at Lakeside Industrial Estate. The move comes following a major fire at the company’s premises in May 2022,...
What is an LSIP?
What is an LSIP? Further to the Government’s Skills for Jobs White Paper (January 2021), Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIPs) were created to put employers more firmly at the heart of the skills system to help ensure businesses and people have the skills they need to...
Steve Ennis Business Doctors Worcestershire
Help is on hand for Worcestershire SMEs Steve Ennis, a businessman with 30 years’ experience has launched a new business advisory service for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) under the Business Doctors banner and will be operating primarily in the...
Top Tips for Supporting Workplace mental health
Monday 16th January is ‘Blue Monday’ and is considered to be the most depressing day of the year after overindulging at Christmas time, bills coming through the door and feeling guilty about not sticking to new year’s resolutions. Wellbeing and mental health in the...
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