Rural businesses in the Lichfield district could benefit from a share of £120,000 in funding which has been secured to help their growth and diversification. A sum of £120,261 has been secured from the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF) by Lichfield District Council with expressions of interest now being accepted. The scheme
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An appeal has gone out to businesses in the tourism sector to support an impact assessment which tracks trends in visitor numbers and spend. West Midlands Growth Company is conducting the research on behalf of Staffordshire County Council and says footfall data submitted by businesses in the county is a key component of
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A HR specialist is targeting 30 per cent growth after being acquired by accountancy and professional services group DJH. Innov8 Human Resources has just finalised its rebrand to DJH People & HR and is looking to mark its 10th year in business with a ‘significant’ recruitment push and the provision of new services designed
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A college has made a commitment to supporting staff dealing with menopause with the introduction of Menopause Champions. Six staff from Stoke on Trent College have signed up for the role and will work across both campuses, answering questions about menopause plus signposting for further support and advice. Each of the volunteers
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Bombs and bullets from World War II ammunition dumps are being cleared from a South Staffs site to pave the way for retail and leisure development. It’s hoped big name retailers, fast food and coffee drive throughs and even leisure outlets will move on to the site which has laid
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Businesses are being urged to sign up to a Future Ready Pledge pooling offers of training, jobs and work experience which can reach young people seeking a leg up into work. The project gives employers who join access to a pool of eager, young talent, support in shaping meaningful opportunities
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Psychotherapist and Mental Health Training Provider Abi Twomlow, who runs Wellbeing Training Academy, based near Hixon, talks about workplace wellbeing and why community and emotional intelligence matter. “We often think of community as something that exists outside of work. But a sense of connection, belonging and care is just as
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Residents can enjoy a free afternoon music festival as part of Stoke-on-Trent’s centenary celebrations. The Party in the Park will take place from 1pm on Saturday, June 7, in Hanley Park. It will coincide with the arrival of the People’s Parade, which will see hundreds of residents walking through the
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Eleven local business leaders are set to set to the dance floor to raise funds for Dougie Mac in a glittering Strictly style competition. Strictly Knot Dancing will take place on Friday, October 3, at the King’s Hall in Stoke. Organised by Knot Events, the event aims to raise more
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A 17-year-old footballer has launched his own coaching business to help young players build their skills and confidence. College student Sam Barnard has set up Samba Football Coaching, offering tailored one-to-one and two-to-one sessions for children aged five to 12 which focus on areas such as defending, attacking, shooting and
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