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Mental Health at Work: Every Business Has a Responsibility
Mental health is no longer a “nice to have”—it is fundamental to a healthy, productive and sustainable workplace. Whether you employ five people or five thousand, every organisation has a responsibility to create an environment where employees feel...
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Mental Health at Work: Every Business Has a Responsibility
Mental health is no longer a “nice to have”—it is fundamental to a healthy, productive and sustainable workplace. Whether you employ five people or five thousand, every organisation has a responsibility to create an environment where employees feel...
Member News
Step Into the Footsteps of Literary Giants
A University of Worcester Lecturer is giving people the chance to walk in the footsteps of two of the regions most celebrated writers as part of Ledbury Poetry Festival. Journalism Lecturer Dan Johnson will guide walkers on paths exploring the life and work of John...
Worcester Students Taking on Internships at Leading UK Poetry Festival
University of Worcester students will be working behind the scenes at a major UK poetry festival as it gets underway this week. The students are taking on internship roles at the Ledbury Poetry Festival, a nationally recognised celebration of poetry and spoken word,...
Patron & Strategic News
CXCS Wins Business of the Year at National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026
CXCS Wins Business of the Year at National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026 Herefordshire-based business support specialists CXCS are celebrating after being named Business of the Year at the National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026. The award was presented during...
Worcester Conference to Examine Rise of AI in Crime and Policing
Worcester’s annual Evidence-Based Policing Conference will examine both the challenges posed by criminals using emerging technologies such as AI, and the opportunities these tools offer to law enforcement. Into the Digital Age: The Increasing Use of Technology in...
Chamber News
Worcestershire group to support county’s marketers
A Worcester-based businesswoman has created ‘‘Marketing Leaders Worcestershire’’, a knowledge sharing and networking group specifically for the county’s marketers. Kelly White, Partner and marketing recruitment lead at Headturner Search, has founded ‘Marketing Leaders...
Welcome new Members
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Architxt Ltd – Architxt is a professional content writing service that helps businesses build their business and drive growth. Our talented team of writers create compelling, persuasive copy that...
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Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Affinity Social Media Marketing Marketing Consultant for local businesses. APS Space Kidderminster Limited Operating a Regus Franchise – Serviced / Flexible Office Lettings. EA-Optimised...
Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Affinity Social Media Marketing Marketing Consultant for local businesses. APS Space Kidderminster Limited Operating a Regus Franchise – Serviced / Flexible Office Lettings. EA-Optimised...
Policy News
Spring Budget 2023
Spring Budget 2023 Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered his Spring Budget to Parliament yesterday (15 March). In the 2023 Budget, the Chancellor made it a priority to tackle inflation, attributing it to ongoing economic challenges. The highlight of the budget for...
Rishi Sunak reshuffles his cabinet
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak reshuffled his cabinet on Tuesday 7 February, breaking up three departments in an attempt to freshen up his cabinet. Greg Hands, a former trade minister for the Conservatives, was appointed party chair after Nadhim Zahawi was removed from...
Skills News
Employer guidance on apprenticeships
A new employer guide has been developed for employers who want to get their apprenticeships up and running again with advice and support to help organisations where apprentices have been affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. Further guidance is available on:...
Government Kickstart Scheme is live for businesses to apply
Today (02/09/2020) the government’s Kickstart scheme starts.
If you are an employer looking to create job placements for young people, check if you can apply for funding as part of the Kickstart Scheme.
Charity News
Panto Brings Festive Cheer to Children’s Ward at Hereford Hospital
The cast of Sleeping Beauty made a festive visit to the Children’s Ward at Hereford County Hospital this week. Whilst talking to the young patients, the cast gave out flags and goodies as a pre-Christmas treat. The visit was part of The Courtyard’s commitment to...
Ballards LLP and Four Squared Recruitment Join Forces for Charity Run Supporting Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust
Ballards LLP and Four Squared Recruitment have successfully completed a challenging 10-mile charity run, from Droitwich to Worcester, raising crucial funds for the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust. The collaborative team undertook the demanding run from their...
Rate Cut Christmas Cheer for Business
Responding to the latest Bank of England interest rate decision, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s interest rate cut to 3.75%, is a much-needed Christmas gift for businesses across the UK. However, unwrapping growth...
BCC News
Rate Cut Christmas Cheer for Business
Responding to the latest Bank of England interest rate decision, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s interest rate cut to 3.75%, is a much-needed Christmas gift for businesses across the UK. However, unwrapping growth...
Worcestershire News
See Your Lost Loved One Shine as Charity’s Special Festive Celebration Returns
A moving celebration will see the memory of lost loved ones shine this Christmas with the return of a special festive campaign from Acorns Children’s Hospice. Celebrate Your Star invites friends and family members from across Worcestershire to pay tribute to...
Mayor of Worcester to open Bizfest this November
Real World Consultancy (RWC) is excited to announce the first-ever BizFest, a business festival celebrating the very best of small and micro businesses. The event will take place on 23rd November 2023 at the Royal Porcelain Works in Worcester. BizFest will be opened...
Herefordshire News
NMITE Open Day – Saturday 25 March
Explore the NMITE Campus this weekend! We’ll be showcasing NMITE’s stand-out differences, as a UK breakthrough in university education, at our Blackfriars Campus in Hereford on Saturday 25th March 2023, 10.30am till 2pm and booking is open to all. Come and explore our...
Investing in Herefordshire County’s Roads
Herefordshire Council is continuing to invest in the county’s infrastructure, with 21 road resurfacing schemes being completed this spring. Working together with Balfour Beatty Living Places, the road resurfacing will help to improve and maintain the highway network...
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Immersive 1940s events return to the Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway is inviting visitors to relive the spirit of wartime Britain as its much-loved Step Back to the 1940s weekends return this summer, taking place across two consecutive weekends on 27–28 June and 4–5 July. Promising an immersive journey into...
“I had no idea what the result was going to be” – Dandelion Video Production’s Adam Hanslow-Smith takes a DISC assessment live on his own podcast
Most personality tests get dismissed as online quizzes with vague results. But when Adam Hanslow-Smith, founder of Dandelion Video Production, sat down with DISC Practitioner Dawn Hardman for the latest episode of the What Do You Do? podcast, he didn’t just...
Midlands businesses urged to step up for young people facing homelessness with St Basils Hike for Homeless 2026
Businesses across the Midlands are being urged to swap boardrooms for walking boots this summer as St Basils launches Hike for Homeless 2026, a powerful team challenge with real impact for young people facing homelessness. Taking place on Saturday 20 June 2026 at...
Research Project to Support People Living with Dementia and Hearing Loss
A new research project is launching to tackle a long-overlooked challenge in social care: how to better support people living with both dementia and hearing loss through improved use of hearing aid technologies, staff training, and noise-aware environments. The Turn...
Worcester Creator with 5m Followers Reveals the Reality of YouTube Career
One of Worcester’s most successful digital creators, with more than 5 million followers worldwide, will reveal the reality behind life as a full-time Youtuber in a free public talk at The Hive. Terrarium creator Ben Newell will share how he turned his hobby into a...
“This has to stop” – Resilience coach Dr Lizzy Bernthal on toxic workplaces
Dr Lizzy Bernthal has led teams in extreme conditions across 18 countries, including Afghanistan, survived a landslide in Nepal, and extreme conditions on Mount Snowdon, but it was a much smaller moment that made her decide on her mission to end workplace toxicity....
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