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ONE’s 50km Charity Walk in aid of Worcester Snoezelen

ONE’s 50km Charity Walk in aid of Worcester Snoezelen

As part of their 50th anniversary celebrations multi-disciplinary design company, ONE Creative environments’ (ONE’s) team will be undertaking a range of challenges to raise money for Worcester Snoezelen. This includes a 50km walk, taking place on 11 and 12 September...

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Patron & Strategic News

Fisher German scoops top training award

Fisher German scoops top training award

A leading property consultancy is celebrating winning a prestigious award for its innovative approach to employee development at the British Training Awards. Fisher German, which has 26 offices across the UK, has been crowned Professional Services Initiative of the...

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Midwifery Student Takes on London Marathon for Baby Charity

Midwifery Student Takes on London Marathon for Baby Charity

A student midwife from Malvern is preparing for the world-famous London Marathon next year. Izzy Fisher, a student at the University of Worcester, will take on the 26.2-mile run around the capital in April 2026 as she raises funds for Tommy’s, the pregnancy and baby...

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Chamber News

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Welcome new Members – February

A very warm welcome to our new Members A C Event Catering – A C Event Catering provide a number of catering services to venues and events across the Midlands. They offer full and managed catering services, as well as providing catering and bar services for...

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Welcome new Members – February

Welcome new Members – February

A very warm welcome to our new Members A C Event Catering – A C Event Catering provide a number of catering services to venues and events across the Midlands. They offer full and managed catering services, as well as providing catering and bar services for...

Policy News

Spending Review Must Be A Catalyst For Growth 

Spending Review Must Be A Catalyst For Growth 

Responding to the Comprehensive Spending Review, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy at the BCC, said: “Business has been waiting for Government to show it understands the deep-rooted problems holding back our economy and how they can be solved. “Today we have seen signs...

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Unemployment Up As Business Costs Rise

Unemployment Up As Business Costs Rise

Responding to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said:    “The increase in employment costs for business appears to be starting to bite with today’s data...

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Skills News

Boost Recruitment and Retention with ISO 9001

Boost Recruitment and Retention with ISO 9001

ISO 9001 is known internationally for helping businesses consistently meet customer requirements but is less known for its other benefits like supporting recruitment and retention. Local ISO experts at ISO Quality Services highlight five ways ISO 9001 could help you...

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Creating Mentally Healthy Workplaces

Creating Mentally Healthy Workplaces

Kelly White, Managing Director of Number Fifteen Recruitment, has spent the last three months studying for a Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace, and is now sharing best practice with local employers...

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Charity News

125 Easter Eggs delivered to Worcester Foodbank

125 Easter Eggs delivered to Worcester Foodbank

The ISO QSL Good Egg Awards returned for the 8th consecutive year, and it delivered! This year, the awards received 125 nominations, meaning 125 Easter eggs for Worcester Foodbank just in time for Easter.   Launched in 2018 by ISO Quality Services, a Worcester-based...

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Devolution Plans must Deliver on Local Economic Growth

Devolution Plans must Deliver on Local Economic Growth

After the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill was introduced to Parliament today, Jonny Haseldine, Head of Corporate Governance and Business Environment Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will welcome further devolution to...

BCC News

Devolution Plans must Deliver on Local Economic Growth

After the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill was introduced to Parliament today, Jonny Haseldine, Head of Corporate Governance and Business Environment Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will welcome further devolution to...

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Worcestershire News

‘Steam into Stories’ on Board a Heritage Train

‘Steam into Stories’ on Board a Heritage Train

The Severn Valley Railway is offering a treat for young people, with a special on-train storytelling session. On Saturday 12 April, best-selling author Sam Sedgman will be reading from his railway-based adventure stories for children aged seven and over, on board a...

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Herefordshire News

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Calibre Wins Best Remote Administrative Agency 2025

Calibre Wins Best Remote Administrative Agency 2025

Calibre Virtual Assistant Services, ‘Calibre’, a Worcester-based agency founded by multi award-winner Naomi Wachner has been named Best Remote Administrative Support Agency 2025 by the prestigious Facilities Management Awards. This national recognition highlights...

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Government Must Harness Retail Investor Optimism

Government Must Harness Retail Investor Optimism

Over half of retail investors (53%) are optimistic about their investments over the next twelve months (compared to 42% in May) 40% of investors expect to increase the amount of money they invest over the next twelve months Younger investors are most confident, with...

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