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PUUC Architecture is proud to be supporting our friends at Reach Community Project in Bewdley
We’re taking on the Malvern Hills Trek on Friday 18th September, starting at 9am —as it’s a public place and anyone is welcome to join us if you fancy this from 9am on the day! The more, the merrier. If you’d like to support this fantastic cause, you can donate here:...
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PUUC Architecture is proud to be supporting our friends at Reach Community Project in Bewdley
We’re taking on the Malvern Hills Trek on Friday 18th September, starting at 9am —as it’s a public place and anyone is welcome to join us if you fancy this from 9am on the day! The more, the merrier. If you’d like to support this fantastic cause, you can donate here:...
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Family Fun and Activities at The Hive to Mark Earth Day
From ‘flying’ like a bird thanks to the magic of virtual reality to learning about the plastic polluting our oceans, families can enjoy a host of free interactive activities at The Hive next week in celebration of Earth Day. Budding environmentalists can explore a...
Students Raise Over £1,800 for Worcestershire Charities in 24-Hour CPR Marathon
Student Paramedics at the University of Worcester have successfully completed their 24-hour CPR Marathon, raising more than £1,800 for two local lifesaving charities. Running from 9am on March 16 until 9am the following morning, the endurance event saw staff, students...
Patron & Strategic News
REHAU Celebrates Two Major Award Wins at 2025 National Fenestration Awards
REHAU UK is proud to announce that it has won two major awards at the prestigious National Fenestration Awards (NFAs) this year, recognising its continuing innovation, product quality and outstanding service that it delivers to customers year after year. The 2025...
Upskilling Through Apprenticeships at SME Solicitors
Over the last year, SME Solicitors has been upskilling team members through apprenticeship and skills bootcamp courses. Jack Stirzaker, who is undertaking a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Digital Marketing with The Development Manager, discusses his experience. I...
Chamber News
Upcoming COP27 Conference Vital to Provide a Sustainability Plan for Businesses
COP27 will be held in the Egyptian coastal city of Sharm El-Sheikh on 6-18 November. Every year, a different country from a different world region takes up the Conference of the Parties (COP) Presidency, to convene world leaders and define priorities. As an ‘All of...
Herefordshire Council Update about Avian Flu
An important update has been shared today about an upcoming change to the The Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) which will come into place on Monday 7 November. This means from 7 November 2022 it is a legal requirement for all bird keepers to keep their birds...
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Welcome New Members – Unthread Advisory!
Unthread is educating and advising businesses all over the UK on how they can accelerate their transition to being socially and environmentally responsible whilst still being profitable and commercially successful. Using a blend of best-in-class frameworks such as B...
Welcome New Members – Unthread Advisory!
Unthread is educating and advising businesses all over the UK on how they can accelerate their transition to being socially and environmentally responsible whilst still being profitable and commercially successful. Using a blend of best-in-class frameworks such as B...
Policy News
Government set out new UK subsidy control regime
Last Wednesday (30 June) the Government’s Subsidy Control Bill was introduced to Parliament. It set out the Government’s legislative proposal for a new UK subsidy control regime now that the UK has left the EU. The regime will enable public authorities, including...
PM raises hopes for freedom day
Boris Johnson has set out government plans to lift the remaining Covid restrictions in England. The prime minister said he hoped most legal restrictions and guidance in England – in place to stop the spread of the virus – would be removed from 19 July.
Skills News
Haines Watts celebrates national accountancy award
Haines Watts, which has offices in Worcester, Evesham and Tewkesbury, has been named accountancy firm of the year at the 2019 FDs’ Excellence Awards. Now in their 18th year, the awards highlight the pivotal role that banks, accountancy firms, financial software...
Nursery children enjoy first competitive Sports Day races
Children at Little Trinity Nursery in Kidderminster enjoyed their first ever competitive sports day. Manager, Gaynor Carter, commented: “All the children love playing games and taking part in sport, so every year our younger children participate in a group sports day...
Charity News
Matt and George take on the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge in aid of Acorns
In December, Matt and George plan to take part in the annual Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, with the aim of raising £250,000 for Acorns Children’s Hospice, a local charity very close to their hearts. The dynamic duo are rowing in memory of a close family...
Hundreds already signed up to Messy Runner
One of the messiest events Hereford has ever seen heads to the city this summer. Hundreds are set to be dunked in slime, covered in paint and drenched with water during the first ever Messy Runner. The family-friendly event takes place on Saturday 17th June and is...
EU Reset Must Cut Shackles From Business
The British Chambers of Commerce is calling for Monday’s EU reset summit to mark a sea change in the UK’s trade relationship with Europe so business can prosper. The BCC wants to see seven vital changes made to the Brexit deal which are based on its four years of...
BCC News
EU Reset Must Cut Shackles From Business
The British Chambers of Commerce is calling for Monday’s EU reset summit to mark a sea change in the UK’s trade relationship with Europe so business can prosper. The BCC wants to see seven vital changes made to the Brexit deal which are based on its four years of...
Worcestershire News
Igniting the Local Economy: Business Planning as a Catalyst for Growth in Worcestershire.
Worcester-based Real World Consultancy (RWC) recently hosted a business conference for local businesses. The Future Focused Quarterly Business Summit brought together a wide-range of local businesses including marketing agencies, HR consultancies and an artisan...
DRG Interior and Building Solutions Receives Constructing Excellence Award for People Development
DRG Interior and Building Solutions is proud to announce that it has been honoured with the prestigious Constructing Excellence Award for People Development in 2023. This recognition serves as a testament to the company’s commitment to its workforce and the...
Herefordshire News
Views sought on proposals to extend Leominster Town Centre’s conservation area
Herefordshire Council is seeking the views and opinions of the residents, property owners and businesses on a review of a Leominster conservation area. The review will include a potential change to its conservation area boundary. To view the draft Conservation Area...
NMITE to launch Masterclass: Lessons in Leadership
A series of public talks are being launched by NMITE delivered by some of the greatest minds in engineering, leadership and entrepreneurship. The series – named Masterclass: Lessons in Leadership – begins with the first talk on Thursday 1 September, delivered by...
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Crazi Jalfrezi Partners with The National Trust
Crazi Jalfrezi has joined forces with the National Trust for an exciting 17-day residency that brings together flavour, culture, and art in a truly memorable celebration. Marking the festive spirit of Diwali, this special partnership coincides with the arrival of...
Discover the Woman Behind Frankenstein in Worcester
With a new Netflix adaptation of Frankenstein now captivating audiences around the world, a special event at The Hive will look at the life of the woman behind one of the most famous horror stories ever written. Award-winning biographer Professor Fiona Sampson will...
Welcome to your latest edition of Branch Lines!
On the surface, things are looking much quieter at the Railway, as we shut down for a few weeks, prior to the very busy festive season services, which start at the end of this month. We very much hope you’ll be able to join us for one of the exciting Christmas...
Recycle Your Christmas Tree with the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust
Worcestershire-based Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust will launch its 6th year of recycling Christmas trees on 15th November. For a voluntary donation, your tree will be taken away by the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust’s team of volunteers to local recycling...
University Experts Explain Why Jane Austen Still Has Us Hooked After 250 Years
As the nation marks the 250th anniversary of her birth, experts from the University of Worcester will explore our fascination with the author Jane Austen in a free event next month. The discussion, titled ‘Why are we obsessed with Jane Austen?’ will take place at The...
Sharon Baker of Kinder Accountants Wins Business Leader of the Year at the Herefordshire Means Business Awards 2025
Local business leader Sharon Baker, founder and director of Kinder Accountants, has been named Business Leader of the Year at the Herefordshire Means Business Awards 2025. The award recognises Sharon’s outstanding leadership, innovation, and commitment to putting...
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