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URGENT Briefing Webinar: What Does the Middle East Conflict Mean for Your Business?
The escalating conflict in the Middle East is already having significant consequences for global energy markets, supply chains, insurance costs and wider commercial risk environments. As the situation continues to evolve, UK businesses need timely, reliable...
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URGENT Briefing Webinar: What Does the Middle East Conflict Mean for Your Business?
The escalating conflict in the Middle East is already having significant consequences for global energy markets, supply chains, insurance costs and wider commercial risk environments. As the situation continues to evolve, UK businesses need timely, reliable...
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DRPG Celebrates Creative Careers Month with Industry First Apprenticeship Cohort and Sparks Live Success
DRPG Celebrates Creative Careers Month with Industry First Apprenticeship Cohort and Sparks Live Success Creative communications agency DRPG is championing the next generation of talent this Creative Careers Month with two major milestones: the launch of the UK’s...
Navigating the Future of UK Healthcare: How TR Health Supports You in 2026
As we move closer to 2026, the UK’s healthcare landscape is poised for significant shifts. Demand for timely, accessible medical support is increasing. One of the biggest challenges in 2026 will be the increasing pressure on the NHS, as demand continues to...
Patron & Strategic News
HCR Law Strengthens Regional Presence with Largest-Ever Promotion Round
Top 60 UK law firm HCR Law has announced significant UK-wide regional growth. In the largest promotion round in its history, HCR Law has promoted 87 lawyers and support professionals across all legal disciplines and within the firm’s 10 offices, reflecting the firm’s...
Exercise Executive Leader
We wanted to make you aware that Birmingham University Officers’ Training Corps are delivering an employer engagement event ‘Exercise Executive Leader’ to employers within the West Midlands area. It is scheduled to take place on Tuesday 13th May at Venning Barracks in...
Chamber News
Book your stand now at the biggest business exhibition in the two counties
We are delighted to welcome you back to the Three Counties Showground on Thursday 10 March for the two counties biggest business exhibition. Stands are now available to book at Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Expo, however businesses...
Making Tax Digital for VAT is coming – are you ready?
Businesses are reminded to take steps to prepare for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Value Added Tax (VAT) before it becomes mandatory for all VAT-registered businesses from 1 April this year. MTD is designed to help businesses eliminate common errors and save time...
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Bank of England to support UK economy by providing £100bn support
Days after Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said they would be ready to take action after the biggest economy contraction on record, The Bank Of England will boost the economy by providing £100bn, an unprecedented level of quantitative easing. Policymakers...
19/06/202 Update: VAT deadline
As part of the government’s support for businesses during COVID-19, HMRC gave businesses the option of deferring their VAT payments if they were unable to pay on time, without incurring late payment interest or penalties. Payment of VAT falling due between 20 March...
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Postcards from Life – Lots set to go under the hammer
More than 250 miniature masterpieces are set to go under the hammer during an online auction for St Michael’s Hospice. Postcards from Life has raised tens of thousands of pounds for St Michael’s since launching in 2015. This year’s field is among the best yet, with...
Katherine Harriet chooses Yeleni Therapy & Support as it’s ‘Charity of the Year’
Nicky Heath, CEO of Yeleni, says: “To have Katherine Harriet Bespoke Home Care champion the work of and raise funds for Yeleni feels more important than ever. Every pound counts as more and more people are turning to complementary therapies to help them cope with...
BCC Brings Politicians Together In Push For Export Growth
The BCC has brought together an extraordinary group of politicians, diplomats, civil servants, businesses and Chambers to push for export growth. They met at the House of Lords this morning to discuss the BCC’s Trade Manifesto, which is supported by logistics...
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BCC Brings Politicians Together In Push For Export Growth
The BCC has brought together an extraordinary group of politicians, diplomats, civil servants, businesses and Chambers to push for export growth. They met at the House of Lords this morning to discuss the BCC’s Trade Manifesto, which is supported by logistics...
Worcestershire News
New Audit Partner Strengthens Bishop Fleming’s Growth Ambition
Leading audit, accounting, tax, and advisory firm Bishop Fleming has recruited a new partner as it seeks to build on record-breaking performance last year. Bishop Fleming has welcomed Gary Woodhall as Audit Partner to its Worcester-based team, taking the firm’s...
Worcester City Run – Business Breakfast
We’re delighted to invite you to a Business Breakfast with an ‘active twist’. The Worcester City Run team are hosting a special showcase event at Wildwood Restaurant, Crowngate Feb 24th 0800-1000. The perfect start to your Friday, lace up the shoes and come for a Jog...
Herefordshire News
Chamber recognised by Ministry of Defence Awards for support to Armed Forces community
After what has been a challenging 18 months for all businesses, West Midland Reserve Forces & Cadets Association (RFCA) are very pleased to announce that 41 organisations in their region are confirmed as Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award winners for...
New Talk Community Hub launches in Ross-on-Wye
Ross-on-Wye Community Garden is celebrating this month, after launching its new Talk Community Hub. The hub is the latest in a growing network of Talk Community Hubs across the county, where residents can access free information on a wide range of issues, from how to...
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North Sea Taskforce Calls For Urgent Action
• The North Sea Transition Taskforce has called on the Government to rapidly establish a long-term, integrated plan to deliver a just energy transition in the North Sea. • Its new report finds the window of opportunity to secure the future of the North Sea is closing...
How do companies retain and secure highly qualified and skilled overseas staff for their business?
If you are a company who employ staff from overseas who are a genuine and strong asset to your business you may be considering retaining them after they have completed their studies or probation period. At Alexandra Kaleniuk Immigration Consulting we are experts in...
Challenging Spring Outlook As Firms Struggle to Bloom
Responding to the Chancellor’s Spring Statement, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today the Chancellor saw a small dip in inflation, however her statement was made against a backdrop of downgraded economic growth for...
Inflation Eases But Volatility Ahead
Reacting to the latest inflation data, published by the ONS this morning, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s data showing the CPI rate slowed to 2.8% in February is good news, but it’s too early to be certain on the...
Celebrating 200 years of railways at the Severn Valley
The Severn Valley Railway has announced two first-class visitors for a special weekend of Railway 200 celebrations in July. The theme of the weekend is ‘Trains through the Ages’, and it would be hard to imagine two guests that represent more different eras of rail...
Improve and demonstrate your cyber security with Cyber Essentials certification
Most cyber attacks are indiscriminate, which makes everyone a target. There are nearly 5.5 million micro and small organisations (less than 50 employees) and these make up the vast majority of businesses in the UK (over 99%). Although many do not see their business or...
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