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Regional Investment Key To UK’s Economic Future
Responding to the Chancellor’s speech at the Regional Investment Summit, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “These new investments must drive the partnership between government and business to a new level, as we work together to power up our regions....
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Regional Investment Key To UK’s Economic Future
Responding to the Chancellor’s speech at the Regional Investment Summit, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “These new investments must drive the partnership between government and business to a new level, as we work together to power up our regions....
Member News
Side Hustlers Urged to get Tax Returns Sorted Now
If you earn more than £1,000 from additional income, you may need to register for Self Assessment Filing now means you will know your tax situation sooner and can spread payments over time HMRC’s digital services make filing quick and easy Anyone earning extra...
Students’ Work to Feature in County’s Fire Stations
University of Worcester students’ design work will feature in fire stations across Herefordshire and Worcestershire thanks to a new initiative. Second year Graphic Design students were tasked by Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) to develop...
Patron & Strategic News
University Wins People’s Award for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The University of Worcester has been named the winner of the People’s Award for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). The Awards, run by Education Estates, recognise those working in the education sector and were announced at a ceremony in Manchester last week. The...
Talk Explores Psychological Strategies to Change Food Choices
From moving the biscuit tin to the top shelf to filling the fridge with fruit and vegetables and throwing out the takeaway menus, most of us have at some stage tried steps to tackle our unhealthy eating habits. Now an expert from the University of Worcester will...
Chamber News
LIVE WEBINAR: Child Car Seat Design Styling & Regulations
Would you like to learn more about integrated styling in child car seat design? Or perhaps you are interested in the regulations surrounding child restraint systems (CRS), particularly the end of R44? Then the next JMDA Design live webinar on 18th November at 1pm is...
Enjoy the ultimate rugby experience and support local life limited children
Worcester Warriors are excited to announce the Worcester Warriors vs Wasps Match Day 2021 On: Saturday 4 December 2021 At: 12.30-5.00pm (kick off 3.00pm) At: Sixways Stadium, Warriors Way, Worcester WR3 8ZE Match Day tickets: £35 per adult, £25 per child. (Children...
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Worcestershire Parkway finally set to open
Sunday 23 February will be the official opening date for the county’s first new station in 100 years. The brand-new station is equipped with 3 platforms and a 500-space car park which will help to remove traffic from the county’s main roads and motorways....
BCC comments on proposals for new UK immigration system
Commenting on the government’s policy proposals for a points-based immigration system, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “The speed and scale of these changes will require significant adjustment by businesses. “Companies are already investing heavily in...
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Charity News
Autofest
For those of you new to Onside and Autofest, don’t miss your chance to join us for a fun filled day out! Autofest is an ‘All make, model and age’ car show at Stoke Prior Country Club. There’s lots to see for all the family, displays, tombola, car rides and so much...
University Fundraiser sees Staff Takes on Gruelling 24-Hour Challenge
From a trek through the night to a water assault course, staff at the University of Worcester will be pushing themselves to the limit in a gruelling 24-hour challenge to raise money for a good cause. The University’s latest Charity Challenge will see teams compete to...
BCC response to Chancellor’s statement
Responding to the Chancellor’s statement this morning, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “The Chancellor’s buzzword was stability. But what we’ve seen from him is a plan for today and nothing for tomorrow. “Following the economic turmoil of the...
BCC News
BCC response to Chancellor’s statement
Responding to the Chancellor’s statement this morning, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “The Chancellor’s buzzword was stability. But what we’ve seen from him is a plan for today and nothing for tomorrow. “Following the economic turmoil of the...
Worcestershire News
Worcestershire Vineyard Celebrates a Sparkling Year
Astley Vineyard, located close to Stourport and owned by the Haywood family, is celebrating as one of their wines is named as the country’s best value still wine in ‘Tim Atkin’s English Wine Report’ for 2022. This comes after winning several other accolades, including...
Worcester-based Vamos Theatre successfully retains Arts Council England National Portfolio funding.
Vamos Theatre, the UK’s leading full mask theatre company, has been awarded three-year funding by Arts Council England, retaining its status as a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO). Applications for the 2023-26 portfolio have been highly competitive and Vamos...
Herefordshire News
Hereford receives £22.4m to transform the city
Hereford has been successful in its bid for funding from the Government’s Towns’ Fund. A total of £22.4 million has been secured for the development of up to 15 transformational projects included in the city’s ‘Town’s Investment Plan’ (TIP). The projects were...
Self-Employment Income Support Scheme fifth grant
A fifth grant covering May 2021 to September 2021 will be open to claims from late July 2021.
The grant is taxable and will be paid out in a single instalment.
Guidance for claiming the grant will be available by the end of June 2021.
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Services and Digital Trade ‘Key To Boosting Exports’
The British Chambers of Commerce has endorsed the World Trade Organisation’s (WTO) focus on services and digital trade as key priorities. The BCC was part of a record-size UK delegation to the WTO Public Forum in Geneva, last week. It met with the UK Ambassador to the...
The Role of your Investment Portfolio on the Path to Net Zero
The path to Net Zero involves significant changes across a range of areas in which we have an impact on the world around us. Along with the types of food that we eat, and the ways in which we travel, one of the most significant impacts we have on the planet is through...
New Member: Energy Audits UK joins Chamber of Commerce
There’s no doubt that business owners and SMEs want to reduce their carbon emissions, but knowing where to start, or what your obligations actually are can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, two Worcestershire business owners have joined forces to help businesses meet...
Welcome New Members
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Aeromet International Limited – A Leading Supplier of Aluminium and Magnesium Castings for the Aerospace and Defence Industries. Behind The Smile – They offer support for those experiencing poor mental health and...
Supplier in Focus: Lafayette Events by Robbie Roberts, Wedding Pianist.
“Biggest confidant and boldest ally. From ‘will this work?’ to ‘wow, that was amazing!’, we love actualising a client’s vision, no matter how wild the request! Think of us as your event planning partner and expert sounding board” Lafayette Events specialises in...
University Donates Linen Supplies to Hospitals in Ukraine
Around 300 sets of bed linen have been sent from accommodation at the University of Worcester to hospitals in war affected regions of Ukraine. The duvet covers, pillowcases and bed sheets, weighing more than half a tonne, were taken by van to the Kharkiv and Donetsk...
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