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Research Project to Break Down Barriers to Nature for People with Dementia
A new study will help break down barriers to outdoor spaces for millions of people affected by dementia. The research, led by the University of Worcester’s Association for Dementia Studies (ADS) in collaboration with Natural England and a range of leading health and...
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Research Project to Break Down Barriers to Nature for People with Dementia
A new study will help break down barriers to outdoor spaces for millions of people affected by dementia. The research, led by the University of Worcester’s Association for Dementia Studies (ADS) in collaboration with Natural England and a range of leading health and...
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Meet Herefordshire wine maker & sample wines at Hellens Garden Festival charity fundraiser
VISITORS to Hellens Garden Festival this weekend will be able to meet the team from an artisan Herefordshire wine maker and taste its award-winning products while also fundraising for charity (June 2025). Foxbury Fields Vineyard is at Hellens Manor, Much Marcle on...
Valley Railway delivers ‘biggest diesel gala of the year’
The Severn Valley Railway’s Spring Diesel Festival between 15 and 18 May welcomed more than 3,700 visitors and saw 20 locomotives in action, for what organisers believe was 2025’s largest diesel event on the preservation circuit. ‘What a fantastic show we put on!’...
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DRPG EARNS B CORP CERTIFICATION FOR ITS CONTINUED FOCUS ON SUSTAINABILITY
Global creative communications agency DRPG has officially received B Corp Certification thanks to its continued commitment to sustainability. The B Corp Certification™ is an internationally acknowledged designation given to businesses that uphold rigorous social and...
University Historian Explores Aftermath of Gunpowder Plot
If successful, it was an event that could have changed the course of history. But a University of Worcester historian will argue that the Gunpowder Plot still made a huge impact on British life in an upcoming talk. Taking place on Sunday, November 5, the same day that...
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Chamber partners with Worcester News on their campaign to support local businesses recover from the impact of the coronavirus lockdown.
Supported by Worcester MP Robin Walker and Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, the Worcester News’ Love Local Business campaign encourages readers to back traders by spending their money with them.
Many of these businesses re-opened on Monday June 15, after more than two months of being closed, while others such as hairdressers and pubs won’t be able to trade again until July. For those businesses that have been able to remain open during the lockdown, many have seen a significant loss in income.
UK travel guidance
It is now mandatory for passengers to wear face coverings on public transport in England. This applies to trains, buses, trams, ferries and planes. Guidance remains to work from home if you can and avoid public transport where possible. Below is a list of useful...
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2019-20 Chamber Network Campaign wins
This British Chambers of Commerce is owned by, and work for, a network of Chambers of Commerce that champion and support Members all across the UK and in countries and markets around the world. The unique perspective gives us unparalleled insight into British business...
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2019-20 Chamber Network Campaign wins
This British Chambers of Commerce is owned by, and work for, a network of Chambers of Commerce that champion and support Members all across the UK and in countries and markets around the world. The unique perspective gives us unparalleled insight into British business...
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Quality assurance at heart of new £2 billion green homes grants
Builders, plumbers, and other tradespeople across England will need a government-backed seal of approval to provide their services as part of the new £2 billion Green Homes Grant going live at the end of September.
Council to launch new Wyre Forest Community Lottery
Wyre Forest District Council is to launch a new online lottery to help local good causes raise vital funds.
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Ball in Aid of the Children of Worcestershire Cancer Fund
Join Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity for a charity ball to raise funds for their Children of Worcestershire Cancer Fund. The ball will be hosted by Elliott Webb (Radio Presenter on BBC Radio Hereford and Worcester) and will be held on the 23rd of September at...
It’s a hattrick for Thorne Widgery CEO at top accounting awards
For the third year running, our CEO has made the shortlist for the Accounting Excellence Awards. Regarded as the most important awards ceremony in the profession’s calendar, these prestigious national accolades recognise the best firms and accounting leaders. Daniel...
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Foreign-owned businesses are continuing to invest strongly across the Marches – demonstrating the strength of the region as a high-quality business location, the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership says. A Marches LEP-run programme has seen a combined £13million...
Vamos Theatre Celebrates Successful First Year of Ambitious Environmental Action Plan.
Vamos Theatre celebrates successful first year of ambitious Environmental Action Plan. Vamos Theatre, the UK’s leading full mask theatre company based in Worcester, has completed the first year of its Environmental Action Plan, designed to reduce the environmental...
Hazelton Mountford Celebrates 15 Years of Business Success as Leading Chartered Insurance Brokers
Established in 2008 by Group Managing Director Gordon Hazelton, the company’s journey began with a vision to offer business clients the expertise of large corporate insurance brokers while delivering the personalised service and value for money synonymous with...
Getting to Net Zero
If you’ve signed up to a net-zero commitment you may be wondering how best to cut carbon. Construction and building usage account for 40% of the UK’s carbon emissions, so looking at your building’s energy use is a vital first step. Achieving zero carbon is complex as...
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