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A leading Shropshire female engineer has been named as one of the UK’s outstanding manufacturing professionals. Carolyn Lee, who is a Contracts Engineer Manager at Filtermist Systems Limited, has been featured in The Manufacturer’s Top 100 list at a high-profile event in Liverpool on Wednesday night. The…

At a time where the education sector is being challenged on providing diverse accessibility options, student Tom Kirby ischampioning distance learning provider Oxbridge for its bespoke learning opportunities. Diagnosed with dyslexia and dyscalculia, Tom has found education to be an uphill battle. However, since…

A Midlands property lawyer has warned first-time homebuyers that the Government’s popular Help to Buy ISA scheme is set to close. The alert has come from residential property specialist Javed Ahmed, an associate at county firm mfg Solicitors. Mr Ahmed, who acts on a wide range of property transactions, says that new…

At a time where accessible social housing is at an all-time low, private providers of alternative housing options are rising as more appealing and reliable for hopeful homeowners. Alfie Best, Founder of the UK’s largest residential park provider – Wyldecrest Parks – has commented on the current state we find…

The cast of Mary Stevens Hospice’s Aladdin pantomime are ready to show you a whole new world this winter. Aladdin dreams of a better life, but little does he know, his life is about to change forever with the help of a beautiful princess, a sassy genie and his devastatingly attractive mother, Widow Twanky. Mary…

A Masquerade Ball will be the theme of this year’s Birmingham Publicity Association’s annual Christmas event, which promises to be bigger and better than ever before. One of the biggest, and arguably best tickets in town to help celebrate Christmas are now on sale – and plans are in place to make it thrill,…

Leading sector publication Charity Finance has once again named VWV in the top three legal firms for the UK’s 350 leading charities in its latest survey, a position held by the firm since 2014. Conducted independently, the Charity Finance Law Firm Survey assesses the size and effectiveness of the sector’s top…

A Midlands property lawyer has warned first-time homebuyers that the Government’s popular Help to Buy ISA scheme is set to close. The alert has come from residential property specialist Javed Ahmed, an associate at county firm mfg Solicitors. Mr Ahmed, who acts on a wide range of property transactions, says that new…

Leading sector publication Charity Finance has once again named VWV in the top three legal firms for the UK’s 350 leading charities in its latest survey, a position held by the firm since 2014. Conducted independently, the Charity Finance Law Firm Survey assesses the size and effectiveness of the sector’s top…

The cast of Mary Stevens Hospice’s Aladdin pantomime are ready to show you a whole new world this winter. Aladdin dreams of a better life, but little does he know, his life is about to change forever with the help of a beautiful princess, a sassy genie and his devastatingly attractive mother, Widow Twanky. Mary…

Midland Heart and Galliford Try Partnerships have announced they will be working together to deliver 60 much-needed affordable family homes in North Warwickshire. The 6.75 hectare site at Spon Lane in Grendon has outline planning permission and is adjacent to a recently completed development of 85 homes. Chris Miller,…

A Midlands-based trade body brought together businesses from across the UK’s building materials industry at an event in the House of Commons. The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) held a Parliamentary Innovation Reception, to showcase new ideas and concepts from across the sector. Hosted by Coventry South MP Jim…

A leading Shropshire female engineer has been named as one of the UK’s outstanding manufacturing professionals. Carolyn Lee, who is a Contracts Engineer Manager at Filtermist Systems Limited, has been featured in The Manufacturer’s Top 100 list at a high-profile event in Liverpool on Wednesday night. The…

On Saturday 9th November the Library of Birmingham was sparkling with red & blue – the brand colours of Birmingham Awards. This was the 5th Birmingham Awards and the organisers felt such a milestone should be marked by celebrating in one of Birmingham most iconic buildings the Library of Birmingham. The…

‘Shop local’ will be the main theme later this month when a Shropshire village puts on its largest festive celebration yet. The Albrighton Christmas Extravaganza, which is in its eleventh year, will take place on Thursday November 28th after Albrighton Traders and local businesses joined forces to organise a…

It’s normal now for people to demand more for their money. By definition, a customer’s expectations can be any set of behaviours or actions that they anticipate – and these expectations are growing. Historically, all that’s been expected has been the basic quality service and fair pricing. However, this…

At a time where the education sector is being challenged on providing diverse accessibility options, student Tom Kirby ischampioning distance learning provider Oxbridge for its bespoke learning opportunities. Diagnosed with dyslexia and dyscalculia, Tom has found education to be an uphill battle. However, since…

Solihull School marked this week’s Armistice Day with a poignant wreath-laying ceremony and Remembrance service. Pupils, staff and invited guests gathered in the school’s Great Quadrangle at 11am on Monday, 11 November to remember those who died in two world wars and other conflicts. Guest of honour was former…

A leading Shropshire female engineer has been named as one of the UK’s outstanding manufacturing professionals. Carolyn Lee, who is a Contracts Engineer Manager at Filtermist Systems Limited, has been featured in The Manufacturer’s Top 100 list at a high-profile event in Liverpool on Wednesday night. The…

Worcester Bosch has announced its support to the Time to Change Employer Pledge, which aims to change the way people think and act about mental health in the workplace. With one in four British workers affected by conditions like anxiety, depression and stress every year, the UK’s leading boiler manufacturer will be…