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Welcome to your latest edition of Branch Lines!
On the surface, things are looking much quieter at the Railway, as we shut down for a few weeks, prior to the very busy festive season services, which start at the end of this month. We very much hope you’ll be able to join us for one of the exciting Christmas...
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Welcome to your latest edition of Branch Lines!
On the surface, things are looking much quieter at the Railway, as we shut down for a few weeks, prior to the very busy festive season services, which start at the end of this month. We very much hope you’ll be able to join us for one of the exciting Christmas...
Member News
Skills Minister Impressed at Worcester
The Minister for Skills has visited the University of Worcester, where she met the healthcare, legal, and sports science workers of the future and took questions from an audience of trainee teachers. Baroness Jacqui Smith spoke to PGCE students about her experiences...
50km Charity Walk by ONE in aid of Worcester Snoezelen
Last week (11 and 12 September 2025), members of ONE Creative environments’ (ONE’s) team completed a 50km walk to raise funds for Worcester Snoezelen. The walk, which was from Birmingham to Worcester – a route connecting two of the company’s office locations, is one...
Patron & Strategic News
Leading Hip Surgeon Supports Campaign to Help Students
One of the world’s leading hip surgeons has joined efforts at the University of Worcester to raise money for student scholarship and hardship funds. The University’s Foundation Anniversaries Campaign launched just two weeks ago and has already raised £25,000. Ronan...
Sports-Dedicated Lithuanian University Get Insights from University of Worcester
Senior representatives from the only dedicated sports university in Lithuania have visited the University of Worcester to get insights into its sports provision. The visitors from Lithuanian Sports University were particularly interested to find out how the University...
Chamber News
New Prime Minister Must Act Fast
Liz Truss has been announced as the UK’s new Prime Minister. It is vital that she takes immediate action in her role as Leader of the Conservative Party and Prime Minister. The vacuum in power that has been left during the process of electing a new leader has...
British Chambers of Commerce react to the announcement of the new Prime Minister
Reacting to the announcement of the new Prime Minister, Sarah Howard, Chair of the BCC, said: “We would like to congratulate Liz Truss on running a successful campaign to become the UK’s new Prime Minister. “She must now take immediate steps to support the economy....
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New Strategic Member Steatite
Steatite ltd recently joined the Hereford and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce as a strategic member. The company is a provider of highly reliable technology for use in extreme environments where dust, temperature, shock and vibration would cause the rapid failure...
New Strategic Member Steatite
Steatite ltd recently joined the Hereford and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce as a strategic member. The company is a provider of highly reliable technology for use in extreme environments where dust, temperature, shock and vibration would cause the rapid failure...
Policy News
Help to Grow: Management scheme opens for registration
The government’s new Help to Grow: Management programme is now open for businesses to register their interest. Join other senior business leaders in a practical management training programme, with 1-1 mentorship, delivered across the UK by leading business schools...
State Opening of Parliament highlights government priorities
Today (Tuesday 11 May) the Queen officially reopened Parliament. She highlighted 30 laws that ministers intend to pass in the coming year. The government aims to deliver a national recovery from the pandemic by supporting jobs, businesses and economic growth and...
Skills News
Help shape the design of the apprenticeship service
ESFA calls on small and medium sized apprenticeship employers and supporting training providers to help develop the Apprenticeship Service The ESFA has opened an Expressions of Interest (EOI) for small and medium sized employers and supporting training providers to...
WORK EXPERIENCE PLACEMENT TO INSPIRE THE NEXT GENERATION
Working with local Higher Education provider, Evesham College in Worcestershire, work experience students Matthew Arthurs and Phillip Reason have recently completed a three-month placement to design a real-life product, from concept through to final presentation....
Charity News
Lots to consider – Postcards from Life gets ready to launch
Brighten your homes and support St Michael’s Hospice this Autumn by bidding for a miniature art masterpiece. More than 250 exquisite pieces go under the hammer from Monday 24th October during the Postcards from Life online auction. Over the years, this annual event...
Joined up linking!
We Are The Missing Link are delighted to be both exhibitors at this year’s Business Expo and sponsors of the Networking Breakfast. The breakfast starts at 8.00 (have you booked a place yet?) before the event gets underway at 9.00, on Thursday 13th October. On our...
BCC: Ready to Collaborate with Labour Government
Director General of the BCC, Shevaun Haviland, has congratulated Labour on its decisive general election victory and pledged to work in partnership with the new Government to boost the economy. She made the promise after Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, officially...
BCC News
BCC: Ready to Collaborate with Labour Government
Director General of the BCC, Shevaun Haviland, has congratulated Labour on its decisive general election victory and pledged to work in partnership with the new Government to boost the economy. She made the promise after Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, officially...
Worcestershire News
Sign our petition and make a difference to those suffering from brain tumours
Brain Tumour Research has launched a petition calling on the Government to ring-fence £110 million of current and new funding to kick-start an increase in the national investment in brain tumour research to £35 million a year by 2028. Brain tumours kills more children...
TWO NEW STARTERS JOIN SUTCLIFFE & CO INSURANCE BROKERS
Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers welcome two new starters at their Worcester City based Head Office, with Thomas Mann and Thomas Field joining the expanding team. As delivering service excellence in the insurance industry is the cornerstone of Sutcliffe & Co,...
Herefordshire News
Writing contract for major Japanese telecoms firm
Ian Phillipson (The Business Ghostwriter) has been contracted to write a series of articles for the NTT DATA Corporation, one of Japan’s leading IT companies. Ian Phillipson said: “NTT DATA are wanting to show they are more than just a technology company...
‘Magnificent seven’ clock up 230+ years of service at Wyevale Nurseries
Six current and one retired team member from Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford have recently been recognised for notching-up more than 30 or 40 years of long service with the company (July 2022). Alan* Hopkins, Russell Abell, Diana Barber, Michael Smith, Les Pettitt,...
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The Great Waddle of Worcester 2024 has officially come to a close
The Great Waddle of Worcester 2024 has officially come to a close. This unique art trail, organised by St. Richard’s Hospice, transformed Worcester into an open-air gallery for eight unforgettable weeks. Britannia Dynamic Logistics (BDL) was proud to be chosen as the...
Costs Pressures Hitting Workforce Growth
The proportion of firms who have increased their workforce falls to a fifth (20%) from 24% in Q4 2024, while 17% report a decline in their workforce 73% of firms say labour costs are creating pressure to put up prices Of those attempting to recruit, 76% of firms faced...
Hop & Shop: A Family Easter Adventure Around Worcester!
Looking for something fun to do with the kids this Easter? Grab your bunny ears and join Worcester’s very own Hop & Shop trail – a fun Easter activity for families! From Saturday 12th April to Sunday 27th April, children can hop around Worcester, visiting...
Leadership Consultancy has best ever month for orders.
Award winning Business consultants Strategus Consulting are excited to announce that March has been their best ever month for Orders. Key orders include: 1. Business Coaching for the partner of a leading construction consultancy. 2. Bid SMART training & support...
A New Powerhouse in UK Moulding – Talisman Group Formed From the Merger of Talisman Plastics and Merriott Group
In a major development for the UK plastics industry, Talisman Plastics and Merriott Group have announced their merger, forming Talisman Group. This strategic consolidation creates a well accredited three-factory operation, positioning the newly established group as a...
SVR to move ahead with landslip repairs
The Severn Valley Railway has announced that it can now move ahead with repairs to the landslip it suffered at Mor Brook bridge in late January. This follows a decision by the heritage line’s insurers to settle its claim in respect of the incident. The insurers have...
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