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New Monthly Workshop Series Launches to Help Small Business Owners Accelerate Profit and Build Lasting Legacy
Profit Acceleration Workshops at Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce HQ Explore 12 Proven Strategies for Strategic Business Growth A new monthly workshop series designed to transform how small business owners approach growth and profitability has...
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New Monthly Workshop Series Launches to Help Small Business Owners Accelerate Profit and Build Lasting Legacy
Profit Acceleration Workshops at Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce HQ Explore 12 Proven Strategies for Strategic Business Growth A new monthly workshop series designed to transform how small business owners approach growth and profitability has...
Member News
ROXEL UK CELEBRATES COURTNEY RICHARD’S DOUBLE WIN AT WORCESTERSHIRE APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS
Roxel UK is proud to announce that Research and Technology Engineer Courtney Richards has been honoured with two prestigious accolades at this year’s Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. Held on 13th November at the West Midlands Safari Park. Courtney Richards...
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...
Patron & Strategic News
University Staff Hoping to Raise Thousands to Help Students Through Scholarships and Hardship Funds.
Staff and friends of the University of Worcester have begun fundraising efforts to support students through scholarships and hardship funds. As part of the University’s two-year-long Anniversaries Campaign, marking two major milestones in its history – 20 years since...
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...
Chamber News
Try the new ChamberCustoms UK Import Tax Calculator
Today, ChamberCustoms are launching a new and useful tool which has been developed by the experts at ChamberCustoms and Exabler. The UK import tax calculator is quick, easy and free to use and can work out the different rates of duty available to businesses when...
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Policy News
New Small Equipment Grant from the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership
An £800,000 programme which could help businesses as they plan their recovery from the coronavirus lockdown has been launched across Herefordshire, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin. Grants of up to £10,000 are available under The Marches Small Equipment Grant...
EU Settlement Scheme Reopens for Applications
Home Office support services and application routes associated with the EU Settlement Scheme have now all fully reopened in line with public health guidance. This includes the reopening of the postal route for submitting identity documents for applicants who are...
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Charity News
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Lights Up The Midlands on Emergency Services Day Emergency Services Day – Thursday 9th September 2021
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is shining a light on its lifesaving work to mark Emergency Services Day on Thursday 9th September by working with local landmarks across its operating patch to light up red to recognise the charity’s 30th anniversary. Emergency Services...
LPT moves into its new home
Located in the heart of Hereford, LPT’s home houses a custom-built wig-fitting salon and a designated space that now allows the charity to physically knot the real hair wigs that make such a difference to their young recipients. The site also has a conference room...
Recent UK Export Gains Reversed In August Downturn
Reacting to the latest Office for National Statistics data on Trade, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “August was not a good month for UK goods exports. There were falls in both EU and rest of the world trade – where after removing the...
BCC News
Recent UK Export Gains Reversed In August Downturn
Reacting to the latest Office for National Statistics data on Trade, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “August was not a good month for UK goods exports. There were falls in both EU and rest of the world trade – where after removing the...
Worcestershire News
Property fraud alert issued by expert
A property specialist has advised landowners on the best ways to protect themselves against property fraud after figures revealed around 25% of land in England and Wales remains unregistered. Residential property expert Lucy Beaumont has warned that land remaining...
RGS The Grange Choir Perform at Royal Albert Hall
RGS The Grange pupils were delighted to attend the Royal Albert Hall on Monday 21 November to collaborate with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra to raise funds for Barnardo’s. RGS The Grange Chamber and Senior Choir took thirty-fiive children from Year Six to perform...
Herefordshire News
The Courtyard Reveal Plans Following Lifting of Restrictions
The Courtyard will be adapting its Covid procedures in line with the lifting of restrictions from 19 July 2021. In his speech on 12 July, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that Step 4 of the government’s roadmap will proceed as planned on 19 July. Social...
ESF Community Grants
ESF Community Grants, funded by the European Social Fund, is a programme that aims to support small and voluntary organisations with grants of £5,000 – £20,000 for local initiatives that will move unemployed people towards employment, training, or education. The...
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Women In Business Network Joins H&W CoC!
What is WIBN? WIBN membership is for business women who own SME businesses, are self-employed or work as professional service providers for small businesses. WIBN’s purpose is to create communities of business women who build strong business relationships. Members...
Prime Mix Marketing Selected as Finalists in Chamber Business Awards 2025
Worcester-based marketing agency, Prime Mix Marketing Ltd, is excited to reveal that it has been announced as a finalist in the Chamber Business Awards 2025, in the Micro Business of the Year category. The renowned annual Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber...
Severn Valley Railway in Discussions with Insurers over landslip
The Severn Valley Railway is currently in discussions with insurers about repairs for its significant landslip at Mor Brook bridge. The embankment failure happened in late January and has forced the closure of the northernmost section of the line. ‘We’ve had several...
Why Electricians need to be so skilled, and why learning doesn’t stop after qualifying.
At PAT-MAN 24/7 LTD we are constantly striving for excellence, to be at the top of our game we need to continually upgrade our skills, qualifications and knowledge in the newest energy trends. Did you know the electrical industry is constantly evolving? driven by...
Leadership Consultants Launch New Digital Division
Award winning leadership consultants Strategus Consulting are excited to announce the launch of a new division bringing together all their Online activities under one brand. Called Strategus Digital, here’s what to expect: 1. Leaders in Strategy Podcast: New episodes...
Capital Allowances for Solar Panels
Are you considering installing solar panels on your business premises? As well as the environmental benefits and energy efficiency, solar panels can provide tax benefits too. There are two main types of allowances applicable for solar panels: 1. Annual Investment...
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