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Trade Support Gap Leaves Firms Flying Solo
Zero percent of surveyed UK exporters say they have “comprehensive support” from government to manage trade policy changes, according to new research by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in partnership with global standards organisation GS1 UK. The BCC’s...
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Trade Support Gap Leaves Firms Flying Solo
Zero percent of surveyed UK exporters say they have “comprehensive support” from government to manage trade policy changes, according to new research by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in partnership with global standards organisation GS1 UK. The BCC’s...
Member News
1276 Wines Launches New Corporate Experiences Package in Herefordshire
Ledbury, Herefordshire – 1276 Wines is delighted to announce the launch of its new Corporate Experiences Package, offering businesses a distinctive venue for meetings, team-building days, and client entertainment set against the backdrop of vineyard with a remarkable...
Using a mobile for warehouse management
Many things have changed in the process of organising stock in the past few years. Very few business can afford to run a paper based system and still remain efficient. If have anything more than a few products and 100 orders a day, then you need to invest in some sort...
Patron & Strategic News
Worcester Graduate and Countdown Record Holder to Host Event in City
A former University of Worcester student turned Countdown Champion is inviting people to take part in a day of word and number games inspired by the show. The event is being hosted by Tom Stevenson, who broke two records on the hit Channel 4 programme by achieving a...
Historian Explores Centuries-Old City Tale in Halloween Talk on Belief in the Devil
A University of Worcester lecturer will explore the tale of a supposed spooky encounter in a Worcester wood more than 350 years ago as part of a talk on Halloween night. Professor of Early Modern History, Darren Oldridge’s free talk Diabolical Old Books, at The Hive...
Chamber News
40-year high inflation figures place further pressure on businesses
After a revised mini budget was announced on Monday by newly appointed Chancellor Jeremy Hunt, stability is the key message the government are portraying following the economic turmoil in the last few weeks, which has included the sacking of former Chancellor Kwasi...
Supporting your people during the cost-of-living crisis
Whether you agreed with the mini-budget or not, there’s no doubt that many of us across the UK will be left feeling confused, anxious and let-down in the wake of this week’s Government’s U-turn. Without a clear vision of what support will now be on offer to help ease...
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Welcome New Members – Ellier Group Limited
Ellier are a leading payroll services provider in the UK’s temporary recruitment industry. Their Umbrella, Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), Joint Employment, and PAYE services are all 100% compliant and designed to work around your business. They want to make a...
Welcome New Members – Ellier Group Limited
Ellier are a leading payroll services provider in the UK’s temporary recruitment industry. Their Umbrella, Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), Joint Employment, and PAYE services are all 100% compliant and designed to work around your business. They want to make a...
Policy News
UK agree first post EU Exit deal while tensions with the EU persist
This month the leaders of the G7 met in Cornwall. During talks Prime Minister Boris Johnson agreed a trade deal in principle with Australia’s Prime Minister, Scott Morrison. If the trade deal is implemented, it will be the first deal agreed post EU Exit that isn’t a...
Opportunity to meet HS2 Minister Andrew Stephenson MP
HS2 is a once in a generation opportunity to better connect UK towns and cities, regenerate communities and make a step change in the Government’s commitment to become Carbon Zero.
Skills News
Mini Olympics style showpiece comes to Herefordshire
Over 1900 young people descended on Hereford Leisure Centre last Wednesday for a true sporting spectacle! The Herefordshire Summer School Games, funded by the National Lottery and kindly sponsored by Hoople Ltd, and organised by the Local Organising Committee, Sports...
Parallel Lines team attend the Worcestershire Education Awards
Parallel Lines, a line marking and floor preparation company, were one of the sponsors of the Worcestershire Education Awards, with some of the team attending the black tie awards evening on Thursday 20 June at Worcester Arena. As founding members of the...
Charity News
The SJL Foundation Ball 2023
SJL will be hosting their 3rd black tie Charity Ball at The Bank House Hotel, Worcester on 24th March 2023 to raise vital funds for Acorns Children’s hospice and to also support ethical business start ups. They are seeking raffle and auction prizes so if anyone can...
Charity Live Music Night – Hewett Fest
Hewett Recruitment are hosting a Charity Live Music Night in aid of St Paul’s Hostel – expect an evening filled with amazing music, lots of dancing and a great crowd! Hewett Recruitment have joined up with 45 Live Venue, Kidderminster, to host ‘Hewett Fest’, an...
Toxic Mix As Businesses Prepare for Tax Rise
QES_infosheet_Q1_2025 59% of businesses say tax, including national insurance, is now a concern, the second highest level on record following a peak in the previous quarter Business confidence remains subdued, with less than half of firms (48%) expecting turnover to...
BCC News
Toxic Mix As Businesses Prepare for Tax Rise
QES_infosheet_Q1_2025 59% of businesses say tax, including national insurance, is now a concern, the second highest level on record following a peak in the previous quarter Business confidence remains subdued, with less than half of firms (48%) expecting turnover to...
Worcestershire News
DRG Interior and Building Solutions Receives Constructing Excellence Award for People Development
DRG Interior and Building Solutions is proud to announce that it has been honoured with the prestigious Constructing Excellence Award for People Development in 2023. This recognition serves as a testament to the company’s commitment to its workforce and the...
Leading Medical Educator Receives Prestigious Fellowship
A leading medical educator at the University of Worcester has been given a prestigious award in recognition of her work. Professor Kay Mohanna has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Educators, the Academy’s highest award. It is given for...
Herefordshire News
Council Tax Rebates Application Deadline is Approaching
Herefordshire Council is encouraging residents who are eligible but who have not yet been in touch about their Government Energy Rebate to apply online. As part of the Government’s initiative to help households with rising energy costs, there is a one-off £150...
Marches LEP delighted by success of green scheme
The success of a pioneering project aimed at reducing carbon emissions and tackling fuel poverty should pave the way for similar projects across the region, the chief executive of the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership said today. Rachel Laver says she is delighted...
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Worcestershire’s Award-Winning Technology Programme Welcomes New Cohort of Innovators
Eight ambitious tech businesses from across the region have been selected to join Worcestershire’s award-winning business support programme, BetaDen Accelerate, marking the start of an exciting new chapter for the county’s innovation landscape. Enabled by funding from...
NMITE Partners with Octopus Energy to Launch a New Bursary for Aspiring Women Engineers
The New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) today announces a new bursary, in partnership with Octopus Energy, to open pathways for aspiring women engineers. The Octopus Energy Bursary provides a total cash award of £5,000 to four women joining as a...
Assure Technical Reappointed as Professional Advisors for Worcestershire Growth Hub
Assure Technical has, once again, been selected to act as a Professional Business Advisor for the Worcestershire Growth Hub. In this capacity, they will provide fully funded one-to-one specialist support to assist SMEs from across the county, helping them adopt...
Beyond the Classroom: Lifelong Learning for Growth and Success
In school, most of us were taught how to pass exams and prepare for careers but rarely how to navigate life beyond the classroom. Over time, we’ve learned that success in business and fulfillment in life require more than formal knowledge; they demand adaptability,...
The Artrix: Bromsgrove’s Theatre Gem Reborn
Before the pandemic, The Artrix was celebrated as the premier theatre destination in Bromsgrove, but when Covid struck, the venue transformed into a vaccination centre, serving the community in a vital new way. After this, The Artrix remained closed, reopening briefly...
Hands On At Work partners with Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity to support NHS staff wellbeing
Massage therapy initiative launches across three hospital sites during National Stress Awareness Month Hands On At Work has announced a new 12-month partnership with Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity, designed to boost the physical and mental wellbeing of NHS...
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