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DRP secures CCS framework appointment to deliver major Government events
Worcestershire, UK – Tuesday 27 January 2026, DRP UK known as DRPG has been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) RM6364 Media and Creative Services framework on Lot 6 (Events). This appointment reinforces DRP’s position as a national delivery...
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DRP secures CCS framework appointment to deliver major Government events
Worcestershire, UK – Tuesday 27 January 2026, DRP UK known as DRPG has been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) RM6364 Media and Creative Services framework on Lot 6 (Events). This appointment reinforces DRP’s position as a national delivery...
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Local Businesses Conclude Successful Fundraising Campaign for Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust!
L-R Kirsty Murray – Income generation Manager – Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust, Abbie Bissell-Blazier – Charity Fundraiser – Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust, Emma Richardson – Managing Director – Four Squared Recruitment and Matthew Clarke –...
Underwoods Hereford Announces Relocation to New Depot at Three Mills Trading Estate
Underwoods Steel Stockholders & Fabrications in Hereford is pleased to announce its upcoming move to a new, larger depot located at Three Mills Trading Estate, Hereford. The relocation is scheduled to take place on 19th May 2025. This move marks an important step...
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OLPRO awarded B-corp certification
Worcestershire-based stand-out Outdoor brand OLPRO become the first major UK-based Camping company to be awarded B-Corporation certification. Founded by Daniel Walton in 2011, OLPRO ensures that the company have a positive impact on the planet and community, whilst...
Students’ CPR Awareness Efforts Earn National Award Shortlisting
An event to raise awareness of the importance of learning CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) has seen students at the University of Worcester up for a national award. Those who worked together to bring about the 24-hour CPR Training Marathon fundraiser back in March...
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Important new information series for Worcestershire businesses
Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) has set up “Making Connections”, a new series of podcasts and videos to support businesses in Worcestershire. The initial episodes are specifically aimed at the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, covering what businesses...
Webinar: Employment law and best practice
This webinar has now taken place. To view the full video, please click here: https://youtu.be/PVFHrKGfa-s During this webinar, we’re joined by ACAS who will cover; Latest updates on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, including furlough agreements and taking...
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CBILS max loan size extended to £200 million
The maximum amount of loan available from the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan scheme (CBILS) has been increased from £50m to £200m, the government announced today. Those companies receiving help through CBILS and the Bank of England’s Coronavirus Corporate...
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CBILS max loan size extended to £200 million
The maximum amount of loan available from the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan scheme (CBILS) has been increased from £50m to £200m, the government announced today. Those companies receiving help through CBILS and the Bank of England’s Coronavirus Corporate...
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Happy Birthday Cherington HR!
Cherington HR Ltd. recently had its 14th Birthday on Easter Sunday. Based in Upton upon Severn, it was founded in 2006 by local HR consultant Helen Astill who said, “With everything else going on with the Covid-19 pandemic over the last few weeks, we haven’t...
New Hope For Icu Nurse For Wedding Day Engaged Couples Find Comfort In Venue Offering Virtual Tours
The wedding industry, like many others has been decimated by the coronavirus crisis, leaving thousands of couples across the country facing the prospect of cancelling or postponing one of the biggest days in their lives. One of those brides-to-be, Intensive Care Unit...
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Business Would Welcome Removal Of REUL Sunset Clause
Reacting to reports that the sunset clause might be removed from the Retained EU Law Bill, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “Over the past few months, the BCC has consistently put forward a strong business case to remove the uncertainty caused by...
University of Worcester Creates New Wildflower Meadow
Hundreds of wildflowers will soon be providing a habitat for nature to thrive at the University of Worcester as part of a wider wildlife project on campus. Students, including those studying on the University’s Environmental Management and Sustainability course, along...
Preparing and Updating Health and Safety Policies
Friday 28th April is ‘World Day for Safety and Health at Work’ which is an annual initiative put on by the United Nations (UN). This day emphasises the importance of employers around the world taking appropriate precautions to prevent accidents and diseases at work....
Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Alentar UK Limited Alentar UK were founded in April 2020 to operate in delivering excellent business support, leaving our Customers stronger through the relationship both financially and through the...
Growth and Promotion Keep Soaring at Ballards
Worcestershire based accountancy firm, Ballards LLP, continues to expand with five new hires across its Business Services, Corporate Tax, Audit and Accounts and Private Client departments. Since the beginning of the year, growth has remained a key focus for Ballards,...
Wildgoose Rural Training Open Day Event
An opportunity to see what Wildgoose Rural Training is all about – Sunday 21st May 2023 10.00am-3.00pm FREE Entry. Lots of exciting things happening on the day including: Craft market, Animal Talks, Nature Reserve Tours, Refreshments & Bar, BBQ, Sweet...
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