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Join the Skills Revolution – Find training and employment schemes for your business

‘Join the Skills Revolution’ aims to increase Small and Medium Sized-Enterprises (SME) employers’ awareness and understanding […]

October 11th, 2022

Business rates relief on green technology

October 4th, 2022

Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS)

The Government has launched a new Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS), which is designed to extend […]

October 4th, 2022

Workforce skills development

Having the right skills in your workforce is key to helping your business innovate, adapt, thrive […]

September 1st, 2022

Employment advice and legislation

There is plenty of free advice for first time employers and more experienced HR professionals. Free […]

September 1st, 2022

Links to schools and colleges

Developing links with schools and colleges is not only a great way to discover a pipeline […]

September 1st, 2022

T Levels

T Levels are a new qualification for students aged 16 to 19 in England who’ve finished […]

September 1st, 2022

Employing non-UK nationals

Below you can find information and guidance on employing non-UK nationals. Government guidance on employing someone […]

September 1st, 2022

Graduate recruitment

Recruiting graduates is a great way of tapping into new talent. The Marches has a number […]

September 1st, 2022

Natural paint manufacturer pushes for regulatory change towards sustainable decor

Herefordshire based Natural Paint UK Limited, owner of the premium brand Edward Bulmer Natural Paint was […]

September 1st, 2022

Virtual event to highlight funding programmes

An online event will highlight a number of funding schemes available to Marches businesses. The Grants […]

August 25th, 2022

Here to Help – Marches Growth Hub support helps drive engineer’s growth

A Herefordshire business says it has been able to take on new staff and enjoy significant […]

August 24th, 2022

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