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FREE Fully Funded Training Now Available Through Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce an exciting new opportunity for businesses and individuals, made possible through our partnership with Heart of Worcestershire College. Until 31 July 2025, the majority of our training...
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FREE Fully Funded Training Now Available Through Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce an exciting new opportunity for businesses and individuals, made possible through our partnership with Heart of Worcestershire College. Until 31 July 2025, the majority of our training...
Member News
University of Worcester Student Showcases Artwork on Local Landmark
A University of Worcester teaching student and former professional artist is putting on a free exhibition of his artwork, which focuses on a famous Worcester landmark. Father-of-two Jonathan Dukes, who was inspired to become an art teacher after teaching his own...
Member to Member collaboration between Hazelton Mountford and You Do Better
STRATEGIC MEMBERS Hazelton Mountford Group partnered with member You Do Better from 2020. Since then, the company has benefited from expert marketing and public relations support. As Independent Chartered Insurance Brokers, Hazelton Mountford offer expert advice and...
Patron & Strategic News
DRPG’s Big Build Event Surpasses the Group’s Anniversary Goal
On Tuesday, 26 November 2024, DRPG kicked off its 45th-anniversary celebrations with a live broadcast, partnering with LightBulb Teams to deliver ‘The Big Build’ initiative. The event, streamed across the globe, brought together clients, agencies, venues and suppliers...
University Student in Running for Prestigious Award
A University of Worcester student is in the running for a prestigious sporting award. Wheelchair basketball player Jack Long has been shortlisted in the top 10 for SportsAid’s prestigious One-to-Watch Award, celebrating his achievements in the last year. Launched in...
Chamber News
Lucart Hygiene set for growth following funding from Santander UK
Santander UK has provided a multi-million-pound funding package to Malvern-based Lucart Hygiene to support its growth in the ‘away from home’ tissue paper industry. The company – formerly Essential Supply Products – was acquired by Italian paper...
Local businesses are being asked to take part in a new survey to understand the challenges and opportunities around Digital Skills.
The Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and Worcestershire County Council, are conducting the digital skills survey to gather data and evidence on how valuable digital skills are to businesses now and how this will change in the future. Technology has...
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Introducing Workwear Pro Direct
Workwear Pro Direct are a UK supplier of plain and branded PPE and workwear. They offer a wide range of customisation services from screen print to embroidery and their in house design team are on hand to assist. Clients also have the option to recycle their old...
Introducing Workwear Pro Direct
Workwear Pro Direct are a UK supplier of plain and branded PPE and workwear. They offer a wide range of customisation services from screen print to embroidery and their in house design team are on hand to assist. Clients also have the option to recycle their old...
Policy News
Prime Minister announces £1bn UK-India trade deal
The prime minister has announced new trade and investment deals with India worth £1bn. It includes more than £533m of new investment from India into the UK, which is expected to create about 6,000 jobs in growing sectors such as health and technology. The deal...
Malvern Hills District Council approve £500,000 Economic Recovery Fund
A £500,000 Economic Recovery Fund is being created to support the rebuilding of the district’s economy from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. The money will support the delivery of actions in Malvern Hills District Council’s Five Year Plan. The money...
Skills News
BCC welcomes two-year post-study work visa
Commenting on announcement on the two-year post-study work visa, Mike Spicer, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “The British Chambers has long called for the two-year post-study work visa to be restored so this decision is welcome, if...
NMiTE’s pioneering Design Cohort helps ready the institution for 2020 students
Over the last 12 months NMiTE’s (New Model in Technology and Engineering) Design Cohort has been co-designing and co-creating NMiTE’s learner experience in support of its aim to become a university for and of the future. This group of 25 school-leavers and graduates...
Charity News
Headway Worcestershire have a vacancy for a Volunteer Treasurer
Local charity Headway Worcestershire are seeking a new team member – and hope you can help? Headway Worcestershire support people affected by acquired brain injury across Worcestershire and seek a new Volunteer Treasurer to add to their team. They say: What are we...
Summer Concert Set to Impress!
Tickets for the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity Summer Concert taking place on Saturday 6th August 2022 at Sixways Stadium Worcester are now just £15! This fabulous event features the D Day Darlings, Tenuto as well as other fantastic support acts. Guests will...
South Korean Trade Negotiations Can Boost UK
Reacting to news of plans for a fresh trade deal with South Korea, William Bain, BCC Head of Trade Policy, said: “An improved trade deal with South Korea would be very welcome. It could deliver for the UK’s food and drink sector, manufacturing companies and...
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South Korean Trade Negotiations Can Boost UK
Reacting to news of plans for a fresh trade deal with South Korea, William Bain, BCC Head of Trade Policy, said: “An improved trade deal with South Korea would be very welcome. It could deliver for the UK’s food and drink sector, manufacturing companies and...
Worcestershire News
Introducing ADS Procurement & Supply Chain Ltd to the Chamber
ADS Procurement is a commercial training and consultancy business based in Worcestershire. We were formed in 2019, although our real-world business experiences started back in the 20th century! If you deal with suppliers or customers, in any capacity, then you will...
Worcestershire FE students celebrated in award ceremony
Further Education students from Pershore College and Evesham New College have had their achievements celebrated in a special annual award ceremony. More than 100 guests including proud family members, guardians and staff joined together at Pershore College as students...
Herefordshire News
Views sought on proposals to extend Leominster Town Centre’s conservation area
Herefordshire Council is seeking the views and opinions of the residents, property owners and businesses on a review of a Leominster conservation area. The review will include a potential change to its conservation area boundary. To view the draft Conservation Area...
NMITE to launch Masterclass: Lessons in Leadership
A series of public talks are being launched by NMITE delivered by some of the greatest minds in engineering, leadership and entrepreneurship. The series – named Masterclass: Lessons in Leadership – begins with the first talk on Thursday 1 September, delivered by...
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Sutcliffe & Co Celebrates Stefi Gillard’s Achievement as a Certified Cyber Insurance Specialist (CCIS)
Worcester based Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers is proud to announce that Stefi Gilliard, a valued member of their team, has achieved the highly commended status of Certified Cyber Insurance Specialist (CCIS). This certification, earned through the globally...
Benefits of Corporate Golf
Corporate golf offers a unique and powerful way to build relationships, foster teamwork, and leave lasting impressions. It provides a relaxed yet engaging setting for networking, where meaningful conversations can flourish, helping to build trust and rapport with...
Director Simeon Chapman delivered a leaders training day at the !Audacious Church in Manchester for the Assemblies of God (AOG)
In November, Director Simeon Chapman (2nd from the right) was honoured to speak at the Assemblies of God (AOG) leaders training day at the !Audacious Church in Manchester. Simeon, with over 30 years of experience in insurance, shared his extensive knowledge of risk...
Hampton Grange and Gwen Walford Care Homes Welcome Local Councillor Jim Kenyon
Hampton Grange and Gwen Walford Care Homes Welcome Local Councillor Jim Kenyon Hampton Grange and Gwen Walford Care Homes welcomed local councillor Jim Kenyon for a special visit. The event brought joy to residents, staff, and Mr. Kenyon alike as they engaged in...
Turning Risks into Opportunities: How Insurance Can Support Business Growth in Herefordshire and Worcestershire
Running a business in Herefordshire and Worcestershire presents fantastic opportunities, but it also involves risks. Whether you’re a manufacturer in Malvern, a farm shop owner in Herefordshire, or a tech start-up in Worcester… growth often means taking on...
Commonwealth Scholars Want to Use Experience at University to Make a Difference
Two students from Africa are hoping that their time in the UK studying at the University of Worcester will enable them to make improvements to healthcare in their own country. Alice Azongo, from Ghana, and Calliope Ntuyenabo, from Rwanda, are both doing a year-long...
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