New initiative launched by Telford charity
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A charity in Telford has launched a new initiative offering a purpose-built room for free use by community groups and charities. Meeting Point House, in Southwater, has created a welcoming space, called The Hive, which is also available to businesses for a small charge. Wayne Jenson, CEO of Meeting Point Trust, said the room could […]
Firms and schools urged to back new Teacher Encounters programme
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Schools and businesses across the region were today urged to sign up for a special scheme which gets teachers in the workplace – and help build on the success of this year’s programme. Six schools and two colleges took part in Teacher Encounters events staged by the Marches Careers Hub at Shrewsbury and Telford Health […]
New Business School set to transform education and industry engagement
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Harper Adams University is transforming how it delivers education, knowledge exchange, research and business support by creating two new entities that will be shaped to best meet the university’s strategic vision for 2030. The Harper Adams Business School will be dedicated to outstanding teaching and learning across business and land management, overseeing existing programmes and […]
Telford College to launch its largest ever A level curriculum
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Telford College has unveiled its largest ever A levels programme, including more than 20 study options and an exciting range of field trips, city tours and ‘masterclasses’ from guest lecturers. New courses have been added to the curriculum for the new academic year, including theatre studies and politics. It comes on the back of another […]
It’s take off for Aviramp’s new maintenance contract
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Award-winning UK aviation specialist Aviramp has launched a new service designed to help keep its groundbreaking ramps in perfect working order. The company – which is enjoying a record-breaking year for orders – has introduced an innovative service and certification plan for clients. Under the plan, Aviramp equipment receives an annual inspection and service by […]
Telford waste disposal firm expands fleet with New Generation DAF
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Telford-based Cartwright Waste Disposal Services has strengthened its fleet. The business has purchased a new Generation DAF XD 410 FAN 6×2 rigid, with multicompartment trade waste bin collection truck specification. The new vehicle, supplied by local DAF dealer Greenhous Commercials Shrewsbury, will be a new addition as the company looks to grow their 29-strong fleet […]
Telford estate agents open new expanded office space
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An award-winning Telford estate agent which completed the purchase of a Wellington town centre building just over a year ago, has officially opened its new extended offices. The expansion coincides with a raft of new company upgrades including the launch of a new website and new systems to help streamline business processes. The estate agency […]
Shropshire Telford & Wrekin apprenticeship awards heading for a sell-out
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The first ever Shropshire Telford & Wrekin Apprenticeship Awards night is heading for a sell-out. The event has been created to celebrate the brightest apprentices in the area, as well as recognising employers for their support of apprenticeship programmes. There are only a handful of tickets remaining for the glittering awards night, which will be […]
Inaugural Telford skills scheme celebrates successful first candidate
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The inaugural Built By You scheme, launched in Telford to combat the sector skills crisis, has seen its first successful candidate progress from unemployed to qualified in a full-time construction role. Built By You was launched by national housebuilder Lovell in early 2024 with the first training provision supported by Telford & Wrekin Council and […]
Proposed Telford coffee drive-thru or café to be let by Halls Commercial
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A tenant is being sought for a proposed coffee drive-thru or café development in Madeley, on a site owned by Telford and Wrekin Council. The letting of the 0.57-acre site, which fronts Madeley Court Way, is being handled by Shrewsbury-based Halls Commercial on behalf of the council, which will be responsible for obtaining planning permission […]