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Fresh Uncertainty As New 10 Per Cent Tariff Introduced

Fresh Uncertainty As New 10 Per Cent Tariff Introduced

Reacting to a new 10 per cent US Tariff being introduced overnight instead of the expected 15 per cent, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “While a new 10 per cent US tariff rate, instead of the threatened 15 per cent, will provide some...

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Fresh Uncertainty As New 10 Per Cent Tariff Introduced

Reacting to a new 10 per cent US Tariff being introduced overnight instead of the expected 15 per cent, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “While a new 10 per cent US tariff rate, instead of the threatened 15 per cent, will provide some...

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Member News

Cutting Compressed Air Energy Costs Through Data Logging

Cutting Compressed Air Energy Costs Through Data Logging

Rising electricity prices continue to challenge manufacturers, and few realise how much of that cost is tied up in compressed air. For many factories, air compressors run almost continuously, yet large amounts of energy are wasted through pressure losses, leaks, and...

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Visit Herefordshire PR and Reel Creation Tender – Open

Visit Herefordshire PR and Reel Creation Tender – Open

Herefordshire County BID Ltd (HCBID) is seeking to engage the services of a specialist agency with proven expertise in the strategic delivery of PR in the visitor economy. Project Scope: HCBID is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced businesses to provide...

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Coronavirus – guidance and materials for businesses

Coronavirus – guidance and materials for businesses

New posters for businesses to display Now that the UK government has lifted all restrictions under step 4 of the roadmap, businesses are reminded to remove any outdated covid-secure posters they may still have on display. Updated workplace posters are available here...

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Disability at work

Disability at work

The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) have launched a new disability hub to provide clear advice and guidance on disability employment rights for employers and workers. The...

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Policy News

Brexit Update

Brexit Update

Ursula Von der Leyen is the new President of the European Commission and David Sassoli has been elected as President of the European Parliament. On Tuesday 23 July 2019 the new Prime Minister, Rt Hon Boris Johnson MP, was announced. In light of the appointment of the...

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BCC comments on GDP and trade statistics

BCC comments on GDP and trade statistics

Commenting on the latest UK GDP and trade statistics, published today by the ONS, Suren Thiru, Head of Economics at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Although there was modest rally in GDP growth between April and May, the continued slowdown on the...

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Time to Change Worcestershire will continue campaigning

Time to Change Worcestershire will continue campaigning

It’s been recently announced that the national Time to Change campaign is to close in March 2021 after 15 years. The Worcestershire team are sad to lose the parent campaign but proud that so much has been achieved in changing attitudes towards mental health. But...

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Photographer supporting community through business

Photographer supporting community through business

Paul Ligas Photography will be donating £1 for every print sold through his online print shop to a local charity of the customer’s choice. Ledbury-based photographer Paul Ligas says: “My business is run on deeply held values and ethics that business should be in and...

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Outlook worsening as production sector of economy hits trouble

Outlook worsening as production sector of economy hits trouble

Reacting to the first ONS estimates on GDP for Q3 2022, David Bharier, Head of Research at the BCC, said:    “Today’s figures, showing a 0.2% fall in the quarterly estimate for Q3 GDP, as well as a 0.6% fall in monthly GDP, solidify the picture that the economy is...

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Outlook worsening as production sector of economy hits trouble

Reacting to the first ONS estimates on GDP for Q3 2022, David Bharier, Head of Research at the BCC, said:    “Today’s figures, showing a 0.2% fall in the quarterly estimate for Q3 GDP, as well as a 0.6% fall in monthly GDP, solidify the picture that the economy is...

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Worcestershire News

Qwell mental wellbeing support

Qwell mental wellbeing support

Qwell is a FREE, anonymous, confidential and safe online emotional wellbeing service, offering professional support, information, discussion boards and more for adults. Access 365 days a year to counsellors who are available from: 12.00-10.00pm Monday to Friday...

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Herefordshire News

New chair appointed at Marches Growth Hub

New chair appointed at Marches Growth Hub

One of the region’s leading businessmen has been appointed the new chair of the Marches Growth Hub. Dave Courteen, the founder and managing director of Mosaic Spa and Health Clubs, will lead the growth hub’s work as it helps businesses across Herefordshire, Shropshire...

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Hush Now returns in digital form to The Courtyard

Hush Now returns in digital form to The Courtyard

The Courtyard are delighted to announce the return of Hush Now, a compelling piece of digital theatre from Hereford based company Feral Productions. Originally performed as a site-specific production across 9 different locations in Hereford in 2019, Hush Now has been...

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What Benefit Can Migrant Workers Bring to your Business?

What Benefit Can Migrant Workers Bring to your Business?

The UK is suffering from skills shortages in several sectors and many companies are looking to fill the gap with employees from overseas. This not only benefits businesses by expanding and growing their network with people from different countries but it also helps...

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ABE Ledbury Reports Increasing Demand for Groupage Services

ABE Ledbury Reports Increasing Demand for Groupage Services

A growing need among local businesses for smaller, more frequent deliveries to their customers has led to a rise in demand for groupage services, according to the boss of local transport firm ABE Ledbury. Managing Director Clive Brooks said more businesses were...

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