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Defence Investment – A Challenge The UK Cannot Get Wrong
The Autumn Budget will contain a political hand grenade for the new Chancellor John Healey to defuse in the shape of the Defence Investment Plan. The initial announcement on defence spending at the end of June 2026, left several unresolved funding commitments to be...
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Defence Investment – A Challenge The UK Cannot Get Wrong
The Autumn Budget will contain a political hand grenade for the new Chancellor John Healey to defuse in the shape of the Defence Investment Plan. The initial announcement on defence spending at the end of June 2026, left several unresolved funding commitments to be...
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BROMSGROVE SPEAKING COACH RECEIVES HIGHLY COMMENDED AT NATIONAL SPEAKER AWARDS
Bromsgrove-based speaker coach and two-time TEDx speaker Dave James has received a Highly Commended award in the TEDx Speaker of the Year category at the Speaker Awards 2026. The Speaker Awards, now in its fifth year, recognises the most inspiring and innovative...
Law firm mfg Solicitors announces promotions at Bromsgrove office
Law firm mfg Solicitors has announced two promotions at its Bromsgrove office. Deborah Perry has been promoted to Senior Associate within the firm’s Private Client division, while Claire Liddy has been promoted to Associate within the Property Litigation division. The...
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Mayor of Worcester Congratulates Winning Wolves Side
The Mayor of Worcester has congratulated the Worcester Wolves Basketball team, after being crowned National League One Pool A Champions. The squad, made up of University of Worcester students, paid a special visit to the Mayor’s Parlour at the Guildhall where Mayor of...
University of Worcester Graduate Amasses Record breaking Tomb Raider Collection
A University of Worcester graduate has earned a Guinness World Record after building the biggest collection of Tomb Raider video games in the world. Amy Dyson, from Milton Keynes, has officially been recognised for owning the largest collection of Tomb Raider video...
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Commercial property landlords alerted over changes to minimum energy efficiency rating
Commercial property landlords could be faced with owning properties they cannot let or even sell if they fail to meet new energy efficiency rules which could be introduced by the Government. That’s the warning from specialist property solicitor, Phil Hunt, who says...
Rare Opportunity in Worcester as Purpose-Built Student Accommodation Building Comes on the Market
Investors can take advantage of a rare opportunity in Worcester as a purpose-built student accommodation building which is already fully let for the next academic year comes on the market. Leading property consultancy Fisher German is marketing Court Mews – a...
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Lozboutique – Our Journey
Lozboutique is a fast growing online fashion store for ladieswear and childrenswear. The business started its online operations in the UK providing a variety of ladies casual and formal wear in different sizes. The business later launched its junior range for children...
Lozboutique – Our Journey
Lozboutique is a fast growing online fashion store for ladieswear and childrenswear. The business started its online operations in the UK providing a variety of ladies casual and formal wear in different sizes. The business later launched its junior range for children...
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Dogs are Welcome in the Cinema at The Courtyard’s Dog Friendly Halloween Screening
Saturday 26 October, 11am Following the huge success of its dog friendly screenings, The Courtyard is thrilled to announce a further dog friendly screening of Scooby Doo (2002, PG) on Saturday 26 October at 11am. In Scooby Doo (2002, PG) after an acrimonious break up,...
KEMP Hospice Celebrates 55 Years of Care and Support
Throughout 2024, Wyre Forest charity KEMP Hospice has been celebrating 55 years of providing care and support to those living with life-limiting illness and bereavement in the region. Originally formed in 1969, KEMP has gone on to become a dedicated Day Hospice...
Inflation Eases – But Action Must Follow
Reacting to the latest ONS inflation data published this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will be hoping October’s inflation rate of 3.6% is further evidence that inflation may now be past its peak....
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Inflation Eases – But Action Must Follow
Reacting to the latest ONS inflation data published this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will be hoping October’s inflation rate of 3.6% is further evidence that inflation may now be past its peak....
Worcestershire News
Digital Careers Fairs to Signpost Options for Young People
The wide range of technical and vocational career opportunities available to young people in the Marches area will be in the spotlight at a series of digital careers fairs this month (OCT). Young people in Shropshire, Herefordshire and Telford & Wrekin can find...
University’s First Medical Cohort Commences Studies
The first ever cohort of medical students have begun their training at the University of Worcester’s new Three Counties Medical School. Forty-four students have started their studies, including 20 UK students, who are being funded through their four years of study by...
Herefordshire News
You’re invited to Talk Community’s next networking breakfast!
Wednesday 1st March, 2023 8am – 10am Hereford Rugby Football Club, Wyeside, Belvedere Lane, Hereford, HR4 0PH Please book your place here The Connecting Business and Charities breakfast is a unique event for businesses, social enterprises, and voluntary and community...
Labour shortage: Are you an age-positive employer?
There’s been a lot in the news recently about getting over-50s who have decided to finish work, back into employment to help address the UK’s labour shortage and boost the economy. It’s been reported that almost 300,000 fewer people are in employment than before the...
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Are Your Workplace Policies Still Fit for Purpose in 2026?
For many businesses, policies are something that get written, filed away, and only revisited when there’s an issue. But in reality, policies should be living, working documents that actively support both your people and your business. With ongoing changes in...
Menopause in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Be Aware of in 2026
Awareness of menopause in the workplace has grown significantly in recent years, and with that has come increased expectations on employers. For many businesses, this is still a relatively new area to navigate. However, it is becoming increasingly important from both...
Local Expertise Meets New Connections: West Mercia Air Conditioning Joins the Chamber
West Mercia Air Conditioning is proud to be a member of the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. Having joined the Chamber in recent weeks, we are already enjoying being part of a thriving local business network. While we are relatively new to the...
Shakespeare Circle Launches in Worcester After Hit Hive Events
A new group is launching in Worcester to help people explore the works of William Shakespeare through play, interaction and discussion. The Shakespeare Circle at The Hive launches on 21 April, 6.30pm-8pm aligning with the celebrations of the playwright’s birthday...
All aboard for a day of storytelling and steam at the Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) is delighted to announce a special partnership event with Bewdley Festival’s Step into Stories, taking place on Saturday 25 April, offering families a unique day out that combines imaginative storytelling with a journey on a heritage...
Top Insurance Employer Award for Sutcliffe & Co for fourth year running
Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers are celebrating being named a ‘Top Insurance Employer 2026’ by Insurance Business UK (IBUK) Magazine for the fourth year in a row. These established awards highlight excellence within the insurance industry, naming standout...
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