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Why do some people find it difficult to control their drinking?
Clever marketing has often linked alcohol to confidence and fun, conditioning many to view it as a shortcut to relaxation. For some, a couple of drinks may suffice, but for others, alcohol creates a cycle of craving that is hard to break—not due to weakness, but...
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Why do some people find it difficult to control their drinking?
Clever marketing has often linked alcohol to confidence and fun, conditioning many to view it as a shortcut to relaxation. For some, a couple of drinks may suffice, but for others, alcohol creates a cycle of craving that is hard to break—not due to weakness, but...
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New College Worcester Receives £18,500 from the National Lottery Community Fund for New Outdoor Play Equipment
New College Worcester (NCW) is delighted to announce that it has been awarded £18,500 from the National Lottery Community Fund to fund the installation of new outdoor play equipment for its students. This generous funding will enhance the college’s outdoor spaces and...
DRPG Take on Source to Sea Challenges for Charities
As part of DRPG’s 45th-anniversary celebrations, CEO Dale Parmenter and the groups UK Marketing team are trading their usual workdays for the Source to Sea Challenge, an ambitious adventure designed to reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to giving back....
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How are strikes affecting insurance policies?
With strikes across all sectors hitting the headlines on a weekly basis, how is this affecting insurance? Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers have seen many changes since the business was founded so are well placed to reflect on how current strikes are impacting...
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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FREE EU Exit Preparation for Herefordshire Businesses
The Herefordshire Council, in association with Strong and Herd LLP (a widely respected consultancy in all areas International Trade), the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce and Marches Growth Hub, are offering free half-day training sessions to help...
Two counties remain Open for Business
This past week has presented challenging times for businesses across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. With the aftermath of both Storm Ciara and Storm Dennis, causing the River Teme and Severn to flood and presenting a danger to life, the two counties have faced...
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£2 million fund opens for flood-affected farmers
A £2 million fund to support farmers who suffered un-insurable damage to their property in the devastating floods in November has opened for applications today (Monday 6 January). The government confirmed in November 2019 that it would extend its Farming Recovery Fund...
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£2 million fund opens for flood-affected farmers
A £2 million fund to support farmers who suffered un-insurable damage to their property in the devastating floods in November has opened for applications today (Monday 6 January). The government confirmed in November 2019 that it would extend its Farming Recovery Fund...
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9ct gold and diamond commission for Malvern firm Selcraft UK
A special commission for 9ct gold and diamond jewellery to recognise members service for the National Operatic and Dramatic Association has been created from start to finish by the Malvern firm. Selcraft UK were contacted by the National Operatic and Dramatic...
Little Trinity Nursery Celebrates Random Acts of Kindness Day
Little Trinity Nursery celebrated this year’s Random Acts of Kindness Day with a week of ‘kind’ activities. Over the week all 94 children will participate, learning more about why it’s important to be kind to the earth, as well as being kind to the people, animals and...
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NMITE to host free Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Event
NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) is hosting an event that aims to demystify the world of EV Chargers at its Skylon Campus between 9:30am and 12pm on February 14th. Attendees can ask questions to a panel of leading EV Charger companies who...
University Graduate Releases First Poetry Collection
A former University of Worcester student, who became the youngest ever Worcestershire Poet Laureate last year, has published her first collection of poetry. Rhianna Levi’s book Mortal Veins features poems that look at aspects of humanity and emotions. “It’s going...
Bright Future as Lighting Company Makes the Switch
A specialist lighting company from Herefordshire has transformed its production process and expanded its workforce thanks to support from the Marches Growth Hub. Hector Finch Lighting Ltd received a £30,000 Business Growth Programme grant to help owners Hector and...
Worcestershire County Cricket Club: January Step Challenge as part of Worcestershire Works Well Accreditation
Worcestershire County Cricket Club started working towards their Worcestershire Works Well Accreditation in January 2023 to put the health and wellbeing of their staff at the forefront of their business activities. The Club have introduced a Health and Wellbeing Group...
National Apprenticeships Week 2023 – Skills for Life
The theme for #NAW2023 is “Skills for Life” encouraging employers and learners to reflect on how apprenticeships can drive development in careers, future-ready skills and the talented workforce needed across the UK. Whilst this is a laudable focus for this year’s...
Quarterly Recruitment Outlook: Highest level of recruitment difficulties on record
A new survey by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) reveals firms are facing the highest level of recruitment difficulties on record. The data for the leading business group’s Quarterly Recruitment Outlook (QRO) for Q4 2022 was drawn from a survey of more than...
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