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From Worcestershire to Düsseldorf: VKF Renzel at EuroShop 2026
EuroShop 2026 was an incredible stage for VKF Renzel to showcase what we do best. Returning to the world’s leading retail trade fair, we were proud to present our latest solutions for entrance areas, POS displays, ESL fixings, shelf optimisation, digital signage, and...
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From Worcestershire to Düsseldorf: VKF Renzel at EuroShop 2026
EuroShop 2026 was an incredible stage for VKF Renzel to showcase what we do best. Returning to the world’s leading retail trade fair, we were proud to present our latest solutions for entrance areas, POS displays, ESL fixings, shelf optimisation, digital signage, and...
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Regional Employers Eager to Snap Up University Talent
Dozens of regional employers gathered at the University of Worcester’s Careers Fair to connect with students and scout future graduate talent. Held on campus by the University’s Business School, hundreds of students were able to meet representatives from companies...
West Midlands employers honoured with top Defence award for Armed Forces support
Nineteen organisations from across the West Midlands region have been recognised with the Ministry of Defence’s highest Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) honour – the Gold Award – for their outstanding commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community. The...
Patron & Strategic News
History Students get Rare Insight into Original Documents Written by 18th-Century Royalty
A group of Worcester students were treated to a rare glimpse of original documents written by George III and his family as part of a visit to the Royal Archives at Windsor Castle. The University of Worcester group was able to see the collections thanks to connections...
Worcester’s Cricketers Become National Champions
The University of Worcester’s Men’s Cricket Team are national champions after they triumphed at Edgbaston in the Super 8 Indoor Championship Finals. The British Universities and Colleges Sports competition saw Worcester defeat strong opposition from the likes of...
Chamber News
Economic Survey to shape future support for your business
As the economy re-opens and the majority of restrictions on business have been lifted, it is now more important than ever that businesses views are communicated to those who make policy decisions which shape business support in the future. The Herefordshire &...
Highways England investment feedback
Highways England will change its name to ‘National Highways’, reflecting the new focus on delivering the UK government’s £27bn strategic roads investment programme. Nick Harris has been appointed as the new Chief Executive. Share your views on where...
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Policy News
How was Quarter 3?
With less than 70 days until the date the UK is set to leave the EU, it has never been more important to use the Chamber’s Quarterly Economic Survey (QES). Make sure you inform government about your business experiences in regard to cash flow, recruitment, export and...
EU Exit Event: Save the date Friday 4 October 2019
On Friday 4 October 2019 the Chamber plans to hold an EU Exit preparation event. Industry experts from across a variety of business functions will present and discuss organisational challenges and opportunities. They will share best practice in regard to current...
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Charity News
Christmas Raffle Onside Advocacy
There are only a couple of days left to take part of our Christmas Raffle! So don’t miss out if you would like to be in it to win it! Please feel free to pass this on to any friends, family, colleagues and contacts that may be interested in taking part Please ensure...
COLLATE GIVES AN EARLY CHRISTMAS PRESENT TO LEONARD CHESHIRE WITH SOFTWARE DONATION
Leading pan-disability charity Leonard Cheshire receives an early Christmas present courtesy of Collate Systems with a donation of lead generation software. As with many charities, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge impact on fundraising activities, with many events...
SME exporters under tightening pressure
A survey of more than 2,300 UK SME exporters has revealed UK overseas trade continues to languish as the global economy heads into another difficult year. More SME exporters are continuing to report falling export sales (27%) than are reporting an increase (26%). ...
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SME exporters under tightening pressure
A survey of more than 2,300 UK SME exporters has revealed UK overseas trade continues to languish as the global economy heads into another difficult year. More SME exporters are continuing to report falling export sales (27%) than are reporting an increase (26%). ...
Worcestershire News
Leading Experts Revealed to Drive Cleantech Revolution in Wyre Forest
Only 100 days after global leaders met at COP26 to discuss how to tackle the climate crisis, leading industry experts from the world of Cleantech innovation will be helping local entrepreneurs, established companies and start-ups across Wyre Forest turn their...
Local Employers invited to share their views on Recruitment Incentives
Worcestershire employers are being made aware of a survey to help gather views on national recruitment incentives. To support employers during the COVID pandemic, the Government introduced a new incentive payment for businesses that hired a new apprentice. Gov are now...
Herefordshire News
Brewing company toasts success of green energy grant scheme
A Shropshire brewing company is toasting the success of new solar panels after receiving grant help with their installation. The Ludlow Brewing Company successfully applied to the Marches Renewable Energy Grant Scheme (MarRE) to meet half of the £24,850 cost of...
Meet the buyer event for Marches food and drink producers
A virtual meet the buyer event – bringing together buyers from up to seven countries – is being staged to help Marches food and drink companies break into new markets. The all-day March 24 event will feature buyers from the Czech Republic, Belgium, Mexico, Spain,...
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University of Worcester Business School Announce- Help to Grow: Management Course
The University of Worcester Business School are pleased to announce that they are now accepting registrations for the next cohort of the Help to Grow: Management Course, which will begin on Thursday 27th February 2025. Help to Grow: Management is a highly successful,...
Herefordshire’s New University NMITE Reaches Landmark Funding Agreement
Herefordshire’s pioneering new university project, the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) announced today that it has reached a landmark funding agreement to underwrite its rapid future growth. A group of local donors, Regeneration...
Local Businesses Raise Over £4,000 at Festive Event Supporting Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust
Ballards LLP and Four Squared Recruitment continued their charitable partnership with a successful ‘Jingle and Mingle’ event hosted at Piston Gin Distillery following their charity run initiative last month. The festive gathering attracted over 50 guests...
Worcester Student named in England U21s Squad Heading to Australia in New Year
A University of Worcester student has been named in the England U21s Netball squad ahead of their tour of Australia in January. During the tour, Issy Eaton, a 3rd year PE and Sports Coaching student, will compete in a Tri-Series against Australia and New Zealand,...
Kidderminster Law Firm in Harriers Promotion Push Partnership
Kidderminster law firm in Harriers promotion push partnership Law firm mfg Solicitors has agreed a partnership deal with Kidderminster Harriers as the football club continues its National League promotion bid. The legal firm, based on the town’s Birmingham Road, is...
Severn Valley Railway Shortlisted for Four Heritage Railway Awards
The Severn Valley Railway has been shortlisted in four categories for the prestigious Heritage Railway Association awards for 2025, which recognise excellence and innovation across the heritage rail sector. SVR-based locomotive, Stanier Mogul No 13268 is in the...
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