61. April 2026

Running a business today is not just about growth – it is also about making sure you are protected as you grow. Employment law is moving quickly, and for many SME owners the challenge is simply keeping up. The good news is that, with the right support, these changes can be managed in a straightforward

Good claims management is something far more deliberate and human. At its best, it is a careful balance of timing, judgement, communication, and foresight, an approach that shapes outcomes long before they are ever measured. A well-managed claim begins not at the point of escalation, but at the moment of awareness. There is an attentiveness

Health insurance is one of those things people may think it is a triumph to understand, or think they fully understand it, right up until the moment they actually need to use it. Over time, the same assumptions tend to come up again and again, and more often than not, they lead to confusion, which

Solihull Health Check Clinic has announced the rebranding of its medical cannabis division to Airmed Clinic, marking a new phase in the organisation’s development and approach to patient care. The rebrand follows an internal restructure designed to simplify access to medical cannabis treatment and improve the overall patient experience. As part of this change, Airmed

Marches HR, the independent HR consultancy supporting small businesses and charities in and around Herefordshire, has appointed Becky Morpeth as HR & Operations Co-ordinator. Becky becomes the business’ first permanent employee and will help strengthen operational capacity as its client base continues to grow. Marches HR will continue working with its established network of associate

I’m sure most of you know the struggle of balancing a business with the rest of your life … But could you imagine also fitting in time to train for a MARATHON! Because that’s exactly what Dom Sheahan is doing, from the Cheltenham Sterling groups! 🙌🏃🏼 FOR THE SECOND YEAR ON THE TROT He’s training

francis george solicitor-advocate are delighted to announce that two of their Solicitors and Directors Megan Want and Sian Kalynka are now trained as collaborative lawyers in family law.  The collaborative process in family law helps you and your ex reach agreement more quickly than court and with the support of a multi-disciplinary team, including lawyers,

Caroline Laudren, a Worcestershire-based financial adviser at Consequential Planning Ltd and member of the Sterling Redditch Brunch group  has been recognised as one of the UK’s Top Rated advisers, following the publication of the latest guide in The Sunday Times. The recognition, awarded through VouchedFor, is based entirely on verified client feedback and testimonials. It

At Gloucestershire Deaf Association, connection is at the heart of everything we do. Our Looped In Lunch Club offers something simple yet powerful: a place where people who are hard of hearing can come together, share experiences, and feel understood without explanation. For many, hearing loss can gradually shrink the world. Conversations become tiring, social

At this year’s hugely successful Sterling Networking Awards, the spotlight wasn’t only on business success — it was on generosity. Thanks to the funds raised during the ceremony, a Worcester based charity, Stevie Stones, who were awarded Charity of the year has been able to provide two grieving families with something truly priceless: a permanent