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‘Inspiring’ Worcester Graduate’s Free Physiotherapy Clinic Passes 120 Appointments as Funding Extended into 2027
A University of Worcester graduate who set up a free physiotherapy clinic for local residents says he’s delighted after receiving an extension of community funding that will allow the service to continue into next year. Physiotherapy graduate Oliver Nightingale, who...
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‘Inspiring’ Worcester Graduate’s Free Physiotherapy Clinic Passes 120 Appointments as Funding Extended into 2027
A University of Worcester graduate who set up a free physiotherapy clinic for local residents says he’s delighted after receiving an extension of community funding that will allow the service to continue into next year. Physiotherapy graduate Oliver Nightingale, who...
Member News
Employment Rights Bill: What Every Business Needs to Know
The UK is on the verge of a major employment law overhaul. The Employment Rights Bill—hailed as the most significant upgrade in a generation—is expected to become law imminently. Its impact will be universal: every business, regardless of size or sector, will need to...
Severn Valley Railway ends season on a high with hugely successful winter enthusiast events
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has rounded off its 2025 operating season in style, following the outstanding success of its two end-of-season enthusiast events: the Winter Diesel Day on 29 December 2025 and the two-day Winter Steam Gala on 3 and 4 January 2026. Both...
Patron & Strategic News
Joel Richards Scholarship Event Raises Thousands at University of Worcester
A special event at the University of Worcester has raised thousands for a new scholarship fund dedicated to the memory of former student Joel Richards. Held in the University’s conference suite, named in Joel’s honour, the evening included a special address by his...
Hoople Training share life-saving techniques in Restart a Heart Month
‘Restart a Heart Month’ is a national campaign to raise awareness of cardiac arrest and to encourage people to learn CPR. Hoople Training proudly used their expertise to support the initiative by providing opportunities for the public to learn CPR, free of charge,...
Chamber News
Marches LEP Launches New Land Use Report and Innovation Fund
The Marches has the opportunity to become the green lungs of the West Midlands – helping significantly boost its economy, environment and quality of life, a major event organised by the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership has heard. Marches LEP chief executive Rachel...
Welcome new Members
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Arkif Limited – Business Consultancy based in Malvern. Dewsall Court – A unique destination venue in the heart of Herefordshire used for weddings, gatherings and corporate events. Eventuelle...
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Introducing me – Menopause Coach and i-act onliner trainer
I’m Julie, a Registered Nurse with over 35years clinical experience. Currently working in OH and absence management. However, I am now a Certified Menopause Coach offering the Menopause Plan. The plan is completed over 7weeks, looking at different aspects of...
Introducing me – Menopause Coach and i-act onliner trainer
I’m Julie, a Registered Nurse with over 35years clinical experience. Currently working in OH and absence management. However, I am now a Certified Menopause Coach offering the Menopause Plan. The plan is completed over 7weeks, looking at different aspects of...
Policy News
MORE OVER-65s ARE STILL WORKING THAN SIX YEARS AGO
Working 9-5 More people in the UK aged between 65 and 74 are still working compared to six years ago, new research shows. The findings show there’s a marked increase in the number of people over 65 who remain in the workforce compared to 2016, and a fall in the number...
Inflation at a 41-Year High
The UK’s rate of inflation hit a fresh 41-year high in October, accelerating to 11.1 per cent on the back of rising energy and food prices. This is the highest rate of inflation since October 1981. The Office for National Statistics said the rate rose from 10.1 per...
Skills News
Serco – Skills Support For The Workforce
Skills Support for the Workforce in Worcestershire – Funded Training to Help your Construction Business Progress Skills Support for the Workforce (SSW) is a programme developed to upskill employees within small and medium-sized businesses in the construction industry...
Invitation to join new green apprenticeships advisory panel
The UK has a target to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
The Prime Minister set out his Ten Point Plan for a green industrial revolution, where he outlined the importance of building back better and greener when the country recovers from COVID-19.
Charity News
Discover Parks Monthly Charity Donations Benefit West Midlands Hospice
Holiday home owners from a North Herefordshire park have presented a cheque to their chosen charity of the month. Compton Care near Wolverhampton received a £1,000 thanks to being nominated as part of a monthly pledge throughout 2024 by owners Glenn & Hannah...
Law Firm’s Charitable Foundation Donates £1,000 to Women’s Refuge
A Worcestershire legal firm’s charitable foundation has donated £1,000 to an organisation which provides support to women and children who have suffered domestic violence and abuse. Law firm mfg Solicitors, through its charitable foundation, has donated the...
Mounting Uncertainty Delays Further Rate Cut
Responding to the latest Bank of England interest rate decision, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Yesterday’s CPI data confirmed that inflation remains stubbornly high, so today’s decision by the Bank of England to hold...
BCC News
Mounting Uncertainty Delays Further Rate Cut
Responding to the latest Bank of England interest rate decision, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Yesterday’s CPI data confirmed that inflation remains stubbornly high, so today’s decision by the Bank of England to hold...
Worcestershire News
Marches LEP’s Record of Success Detailed in New Annual Report
The Marches Local Enterprise Partnership today published its annual report – detailing the key successes the organisation has helped drive over the last 12 months. The LEP – which covers Herefordshire, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin – says it has continued to...
THE LYGON ARMS NAMED AS THE COTSWOLDS BEST HOTEL OF THE YEAR 2023
With Christmas lights adorning the ancient 14th century coaching inn, nestled in the heart of picturesque Broadway, the team will have even more to celebrate this festive season, with the announcement that The Lygon Arms has been voted the ‘Cotswolds Best Hotel of the...
Herefordshire News
Hereford event will take the mystery out of innovation
Businesses from across the Marches are being invited to a free event which will take some of the mystery out of innovation. The Marches Growth Hub and Innovate UK have teamed up to stage the workshop in Hereford next month to give businesses an expert insight into how...
Rotherwood Honoured with Four ‘Top 20 Awards’ with carehome.co.uk.
Rotherwood Healthcare has celebrated receiving a ‘Top 20 Care Home Group’ Award with carehome.co.uk, whilst its care homes in Herefordshire and Worcestershire: Dorset House, Gwen Walford and Kington Court received ‘Top 20 Awards’, positioning them in the top twenty...
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Student Helps Deliver Lecturer’s Baby During Hospital Placement
A routine hospital placement turned into a once-in-a-lifetime moment for a University of Worcester student, who helped deliver her lecturer’s baby. 3rd-year Paramedic Sciences student Elise Faragher was on placement on the Maternity Ward at Worcestershire Royal...
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Urges Public to Learn CPR This Restart a Heart Day
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is set to teach lifesaving CPR skills to a further 1,000 people, thanks to generous donation from the charity Get Up Give Back, in support of Restart a Heart Day on Thursday 16th October 2025. Since being founded in 2018, Get Up...
Britannic Place Celebrates Double National Success
It’s been an exceptional few weeks for Worcester-based Britannic Place Financial Management, who have added another prestigious national award to their growing list of accolades. Following their recent recognition as Leading Adviser Practice (up to 10 advisers) at the...
Atwell International has been nominated for Elevator World’s Product of the Year
We’re so proud that Atwell International has been nominated for Elevator World’s Product of the Year, and public voting is still open! Cast your vote now: https://elevatorworld.com/contests/product-of-the-year/ If you haven’t had a chance to vote yet, we’d really...
Worcestershire Businesses Come Together for Festive Carols and Community Spirit
Local businesses, community leaders and partners will once again come together to celebrate the festive season at the 2025 Worcestershire Business & Community Carols and Networking Evening on Tuesday 9th December, hosted at All Saints Church, Deansway, Worcester...
Top level changes for West Midland RFCA leadership team
A new leadership team is bringing fresh perspectives and expertise to West Midland Reserve Forces & Cadets Association (West Midland RFCA) after the election of a new Chair and the appointment of a new Chief Executive. Over the summer, Major General John Crackett...
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