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Worcester Sides Heading into BUCS Big Wednesday
Teams at the University of Worcester are preparing for one of the biggest days in the university and college sporting calendar, as BUCS Big Wednesday approaches. BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) Big Wednesday (25 March) is the culmination of 16 different...
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Worcester Sides Heading into BUCS Big Wednesday
Teams at the University of Worcester are preparing for one of the biggest days in the university and college sporting calendar, as BUCS Big Wednesday approaches. BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) Big Wednesday (25 March) is the culmination of 16 different...
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One year on – how a charity superstore in Herefordshire has been embraced by their local community
In May 2024, St Michael’s Hospice opened the doors at its brand-new charity superstore in Whitestone Business Park, Hereford. Hundreds flocked to its grand opening and have continued to show their support throughout its first year, with over 160,000 visitors spending...
University Academic to Give Insights in Historical Fiction Discussion
Two writing experts will be sharing their insights on how to turn historical facts into fiction at a special event this week. University of Worcester Lecturer in Creative Writing, Dr Ruth Stacey, and best-selling author Barbara Erskine will take part in a discussion...
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OLPRO has partnered up with the tent-matching service Tentshare
Leading outdoor leisure brand OLPRO has partnered up with Tent-Matching Service, Tentshare, to offer users the chance to rent a variety of OLPRO tents and Awnings for trips, before returning them back to OLPRO. This Partnership works as an expansion of OLPRO’s...
A CELEBRATION FIT FOR A KING: Worcestershire’s World-Class Winners
On Wednesday, 22nd March, the Worcestershire business community came together for the newly renamed King’s Award for Enterprise to celebrate outstanding achievements by local businesses. The event, taking place just ahead of the official announcement of the new 2023...
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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 the second reading of the Withdrawal Agreement Bill
Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “An end to the deadlock in Westminster will provide some relief for business – but it’s just the first step down a long road for our business communities. Getting the detail of Brexit...
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BCC comments on the second reading of the Withdrawal Agreement Bill
Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “An end to the deadlock in Westminster will provide some relief for business – but it’s just the first step down a long road for our business communities. Getting the detail of Brexit...
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Chamber Members work together to deliver the complete marketing package
Caption L-R: Jo Morgan, Christina Darling and Ruby Edwards are Prime Mix Marketing, pictured here at The Kiln, Copenhagen Street. Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Members have joined forces to consolidate their successes and deliver a full...
Local charity celebrates its 30th anniversary year of supporting survivors of acquired brain injury in Worcestershire
Headway Worcestershire has been celebrating its 30th anniversary year since November 2019 with a series of special events through the year, including a celebratory meal at Worcester Guild Hall and an accessible walk in Cripplegate Park. The charity was founded in 1989...
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Thursfields targets MIPIM as real estate team continues to grow
Heavyweight regional law firm Thursfields Solicitors is sending a delegation of three senior lawyers to MIPIM, the world’s leading real estate conference which runs in Cannes, France, from 14-17 March. Thursfields’ chairman Nick O’Hara will be joined by Tony Gibb,...
Thursfields awards four work experience scholarships in new inclusion project
Four aspiring law students have won a work experience scholarship with Thursfields Solicitors as part of the second phase of an inclusion project at the firm. The scholarship includes a guaranteed interview for a training contract with the leading Midlands law firm on...
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Two thirds (67%) of women who have had childcare responsibilities in the last 10 years felt they missed out on career progression as a result More than eight in ten (86%) women disagree that there is sufficient support for people with caring responsibilities for...
Bringing blokes together to learn about mindfulness and meditation.
In November 2022, a group of men came together at the Zenergy Yoga and Pilates studio in Bromsgrove to explore mindfulness and practice meditation in a session that was aptly titled “Men-ditation” (we didn’t invent that phrase, but it’s pretty...
HRH The Princess Royal visits Pershore College as part of research facility launch
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited Pershore College as part of the launch of a research facility at its university centre. The Princess Royal visited the college and spoke with staff, students, apprentices, employers and local dignitaries at the...
Design Students Work with Wildlife Organisation
Graphic Design students at the University of Worcester have been working with the Worcestershire Wildlife Trust to develop new artwork for its nature reserves. The Trust tasked students on the course’s ‘Green Design’ third year module to help explain its work to...
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