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Explore Robots, Rockets and More at The Hive’s STEAMfest
Excitement is building ahead of the return of one of Worcester’s most vibrant celebrations of arts and science. STEAMfest (which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) brings cutting-edge science together with nature, the arts, computing,...
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Explore Robots, Rockets and More at The Hive’s STEAMfest
Excitement is building ahead of the return of one of Worcester’s most vibrant celebrations of arts and science. STEAMfest (which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) brings cutting-edge science together with nature, the arts, computing,...
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Melbourne to Midlands: Global Talent Exchange Powers Accounting Innovation
L-R: Andy Bewick – Corporate and International Partner Ballards LLP, Tom Roscrow Audit and Accounts Senior Ashfords Accountants In recent times there has been a shift in employees wanting to advance in their careers and have employee benefits that suit their...
Nurture your workforce in Herefordshire nature
As new legislation makes employing people more expensive than ever, getting the best out of employees – and holding on to them – is vital. Companies must nurture people and promote camaraderie and enjoyment at work. In the endeavour to motivate and retain...
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University Students Create Woodland Flower Areas on Campus
Thousands of woodland flowers have been planted at the University of Worcester as part of a project to increase biodiversity on campus. Students, mainly from the University’s Environmental Management and Sustainability course, and staff joined forces to plant 4,500...
Search is on for Thursfields’ charity of the year
A charity is to be chosen to receive focused fundraising, awareness and volunteer support from Thursfields Solicitors for the 2023-24 year. The leading Midlands law firm’s new charity of the year application window has now opened, and entries will be accepted for...
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EU ministers approve trade talks mandate
The EU General Affairs Council have today (Tuesday 25) approved the document which will be the basis for the post-Brexit trade talks with the UK. The UK ministers will meet at No 10 to discuss the government’s opening stance for negotiations which are due to start...
No Canada style trade deal for the UK, says Michel Barnier
The EU’s Chief Negotiator for Brexit, Michel Barnier has said that the UK cannot have the same trade deal with the EU as Canada. The EU was ready to offer an ‘ambitious partnership’ with the UK post-Brexit, but its ‘particular proximity’ meant it would be different....
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HS2 costs could hit £106bn
The cost of Britain’s new HS2 high-speed rail project could rise to as much as £106bn, according to an official government review. Seen by the Financial Times the review says that there is “considerable risk” that the scheme’s price will possibly rise as much as 20%...
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HS2 costs could hit £106bn
The cost of Britain’s new HS2 high-speed rail project could rise to as much as £106bn, according to an official government review. Seen by the Financial Times the review says that there is “considerable risk” that the scheme’s price will possibly rise as much as 20%...
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Warriors Annual Charity Golf Day
Worcester Warriors are excited to announce their Annual Charity Golf Day will be taking place on Wednesday 29 April at Celtic Manor Resort. The profits from this years event will be split between two chosen charities; Warriors Community Foundation and Acorn’s...
Excitement building ahead of Worcestershire’s Largest Careers Event
Excitement is building ahead of Worcestershire’s largest Careers event, the Worcestershire Skills Show on the 4 March 2020. This year’s skills show returns to the Chateau Impney Hotel and Exhibition Venue, Droitwich Spa, with approximately 6,000 young people,...
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And they’re off – thoroughbred steam train service to Cheltenham Festival
Special steam trains run for Cheltenham Festival 14-17 March 2023 Trains run by Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway volunteers 06 February 2023: In the 1930s the Great Western Railway promoted trips to the Cheltenham Festival, urging race goers to travel ‘By...
Vamos Theatre opens its doors for a special day of play
Vamos Theatre, the award-winning full mask theatre company based in Worcester, is inviting non-theatre professionals to join in a unique workshop – one that’s for everyone who’s interested in theatre. Renowned for its ground-breaking, non-verbal performance style,...
Lifesaving charity Arrive Alive becomes charity of the year with Johnsons Coaches for 2023
Established in 1909 family business Johnsons Coaches has become one of the most well respected coach companies within the UK, winning multiple awards for its service and core values. With community and the service at the forefront of their business they have supported...
Join us at the Chamber Business Expo!
Businesses looking to grow their networks, find new suppliers or customers, and find out the latest from the businesses in the two counties are urged to book their place at the upcoming Business Expo. The popular bi-annual event is taking place on Thursday 9 March...
QES 4 Now Available!
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has released the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q4 2022, sponsored by the Worcestershire County Council’s Clean Growth team. Over 430 businesses in the two counties completed the survey, The research...
NEOPERL UK focus on staff training
Over a third of the 160 staff at Neoperl UK in Malvern, took part in personal development training during 2022 and that figure is set to increase with a new learning focus for 2023. The manufacturing business requires a broad selection of skills across their employee...
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