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Ministerial visit to Kidderminster sites shines spotlight on apprentices
Specsavers Manufacturing & Distribution (M&D) welcomed Jacqui Smith, Minister of State for Skills, to Lens Online and International Glazing Services (IGS) during National Apprenticeship Week on Friday 13 February. During the visit, Minister Smith met more than...
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Ministerial visit to Kidderminster sites shines spotlight on apprentices
Specsavers Manufacturing & Distribution (M&D) welcomed Jacqui Smith, Minister of State for Skills, to Lens Online and International Glazing Services (IGS) during National Apprenticeship Week on Friday 13 February. During the visit, Minister Smith met more than...
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Business energy bills in the UK are coming under fresh pressure
Business energy bills in the UK are coming under fresh pressure as two major cost-drivers are escalating: TNUoS charges and the RAB Levy. The TNUoS fee recovers the cost of maintaining and reinforcing the high-voltage transmission network, essentially the “backbone”...
Chambers & Partners success for law firm’s Employment team
The Employment and HR Services department from Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors has been ranked in the prestigious 2026 UK Chambers & Partners Guide. Regarded as one of the legal sector’s most trusted measures of quality, Chambers & Partners is an...
Patron & Strategic News
Talk to Explore the Jewish Experience in Nazi Germany
A University of Worcester lecturer will give a special talk to mark Holocaust Memorial Day and the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp. Dr Paddy McNally, Principal Lecturer in History and Politics, will deliver the talk on...
Chamber Release Salary & Benefits Report 2025, In Partnership with Hewett Recruitment
The Salary & Benefits Report 2025 in partnership with Hewett Recruitment is now available to download. In October 2024, businesses across Herefordshire and Worcestershire were asked to share, in confidentiality, the salaries and benefits they offer to employees....
Chamber News
Join us for a wine tasting and food pairing event
Centenary Lounge and Bottles, two local independents have collaborated and are hosting an amazing wine tasting event. The event will take place on Friday 6th August from 7.30pm at Centenary Lounge in Worcester at a cost of £25 per person. The evening will be hosted by...
Employees urged to bring forward vaccine appointments
Businesses are being encouraged to share a reminder with employees that people can now bring forward their second dose vaccination appointment. Hundreds of thousands of text messages will be sent by the NHS COVID-19 Vaccination programme this week, encouraging people...
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Policy News
EU Exit Update
Last week, Donald Tusk, President of the European Council, gave some brief remarks on the progress of Brexit negotiations following the Summit on Thursday 20 to Friday 21 June. His comments included a desire to avoid a disorderly Brexit and to establish a future...
EU Exit Update
On 4 June, the 1922 Committee confirmed the details of the election process which will determine the next leader of the Conservative Party and UK Prime Minister, following Theresa May’s resignation on Friday 7 June. Nominations closed on Monday 10 June and the...
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Charity News
Business Partnership Volunteer
Faith at Work in Worcestershire (FWW) is a countywide Ecumenical Project set up by the regional bodies of five mainstream church denominations. Its purpose is to lead and encourage the Church’s engagement with business, public sector organisations and the wider...
New initiative in Worcestershire designed to combat loneliness and isolation
A new initiative in Worcestershire has been designed to combat loneliness and isolation. Welcome to The Together Campaign, a new campaign from Onside Advocacy, supported by their month-long appeal TechTober2020. PLUS is a charity service delivered by Onside...
Interest rates rise a blunt instrument and further headache for business
Commenting on today’s Bank of England interest rate rise, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “The decision to raise the base rate to 3% comes as no surprise following the market turmoil caused by September’s...
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Interest rates rise a blunt instrument and further headache for business
Commenting on today’s Bank of England interest rate rise, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “The decision to raise the base rate to 3% comes as no surprise following the market turmoil caused by September’s...
Worcestershire News
Career Worcs Roadshows2022
Careers Worcs are back with the latest Roadshows2022. Designed for 15-24 year olds who are unsure what to do after leaving school, the Worcestershire Careers and Apprenticeship Roadshow will provide information and advice on a range of options including 6th form,...
University’s Week of Sustainability Focused Activities
University of Worcester staff and students came together for a week of sustainability activities as part of its annual Go Green Week. First year Geography students, along with Worcester Students’ Union, organised a host of on-campus and online activities, ranging from...
Herefordshire News
Turning a Crisis into an Opportunity
2020 was not the year anyone expected, but Total Event were determined to use the industry closure as an opportunity to enhance their business and services. Knowing the importance organisers place on delivering successful events with quality stock, went about using...
The Courtyard Hereford receives Weston Culture Fund Grant
The Courtyard Hereford has secured £144,404 funding from the Garfield Weston Foundation’s Weston Culture Fund. The Courtyard is one of over 100 Arts Organisations across the UK awarded over £30m from the new one-off fund to support the cultural sector, set-up by the...
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Wye Valley Brewery Unveil Golden Keg Trophy for Winners Malvern RFC
For the first time in history local rugby teams Malvern Rugby Club and Ledbury Rugby Club clashed in a highly anticipated league match. The two teams are proudly sponsored by Wye Valley Brewery who created a trophy like no other; a golden keg symbolising camaraderie,...
HCR Law Reaffirms Commitment to 2040 Net Zero Goal
HCR Law has today (Thursday, 5th December) published its annual report, ‘Audit of Carbon Emissions and Decarbonisation Strategy’. Now in its third year, the report outlines the firm’s progress towards achieving its goal of becoming a Net Zero business by 2040. In the...
Panto Brings Festive Cheer to Children’s Ward at Hereford Hospital
The cast of Sleeping Beauty made a festive visit to the Children’s Ward at Hereford County Hospital this week. Whilst talking to the young patients, the cast gave out flags and goodies as a pre-Christmas treat. The visit was part of The Courtyard’s commitment to...
People Power: Protecting and Investing in Your Workforce
For businesses in Herefordshire, attracting, retaining, and supporting skilled employees is more vital than ever. Offering attractive benefits is no longer optional; it is a competitive necessity. Comprehensive packages such as private medical cover, tax-efficient...
Author Lorraine Gbadegesin Announces the Official Launch of Her Debut Book: Beyond the Classroom: Mastering the Concept of Lifelong Learning Vol. 1
Birmingham, UK – February 1, 2025 – Lorraine Gbadegesin, an emerging author and passionate advocate for lifelong learning, is excited to announce the launch of her debut book, Beyond the Classroom: Mastering the Concept of Lifelong Learning Vol. 1. The official book...
Evolve Weight Loss Celebrates Success at Prestigious Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2024 Gala
Evolve Weight Loss took centre stage at the 2024 Great British Entrepreneur Awards Gala, held at the iconic Grosvenor House Hotel in London. Recognised as an Early Stage Stand Out Business, Evolve has quickly established itself as a trailblazer in the slimming and...
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