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Business Direction launches bold new look
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has unveiled the brand-new, fully revamped Business Direction magazine — alongside the launch of its first dedicated website, marking a new era for the region’s leading business publication. The relaunch comes...
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Business Direction launches bold new look
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has unveiled the brand-new, fully revamped Business Direction magazine — alongside the launch of its first dedicated website, marking a new era for the region’s leading business publication. The relaunch comes...
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University Historian Features in School’s Inaugural Annual Lecture
A University of Worcester historian will explore 17th century beliefs in the supernatural as part of a school’s inaugural annual lecture. Professor of Early Modern History, Darren Oldridge, will give a lecture at the event at The King’s School, in Worcester, on May...
Kudos Blends Celebrates 25 Years of Baking Innovation
Cleobury Mortimer, Shropshire – April 2025 Kudos Blends, a global leader in science-driven leavening systems, proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary. Founded in 1999 by entrepreneur Dinnie Jordan, the company has revolutionised baking powder technology with its...
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Wyevale Nurseries Scoops Six New Plant Awards at HTA National Plant Show
WYEVALE Nurseries has taken six New Plant Awards at the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) National Plant Show at NAEC Stoneleigh Park in Warwickshire yesterday (June 19, 2024). They include Bronzes for Heucheras ‘Pinky Panky’ and ‘Snowy Panky’, Bronze for...
Navigating Ransomware: Essential Guidance from NCSC
Collaborating for Stronger Cybersecurity At Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers, we understand the ever-evolving threats businesses face in the digital age and that’s why we’re pleased to share the latest ransomware guidance from the UK’s National...
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Conferences – Redesign 2021
UK/EU Relationship Update
Source: House of Commons It’s been a big week for UK diplomacy. While the Prime Minister has been hosting leaders of the world’s richest nations at the G7 summit in North Cornwall, there have also been two key meetings with the EU. Last Wednesday saw the inaugural...
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West Mercia Women’s Aid – Service Delivery During The Covid-19 Emergency
West Mercia Women’s Aid (WMWA) are being pro-active in responding to the challenges of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and would like to reassure you that WMWA is making every effort to continue to provide all of their services whilst protecting their staff, stakeholders and...
Childhood cancer families in Worcestershire need your support
Here at the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust we are very aware of how the current situation is affecting the whole community and our thoughts are with everyone right now. The charity is being contacted by a number of families that are affected by childhood cancer in...
BCC respond to latest ONS figures
Commenting on ONS Trade figures for September 2021, published today, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Imports from outside the EU were higher than those from the EU for the ninth month in a row. This was driven by a...
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BCC respond to latest ONS figures
Commenting on ONS Trade figures for September 2021, published today, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Imports from outside the EU were higher than those from the EU for the ninth month in a row. This was driven by a...
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Pershore Director helps extend workers scheme benefiting horticultural businesses across the UK
Derek Jarman of Hayloft Plants Ltd Pershore, a multichannel retailer and grower of ornamental plants www.hayloft.co.uk gave oral evidence to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Select Committee’s first hearing of its ‘Labour shortages and the...
2022 sees employee wellbeing at the top of the agenda for businesses
In 2021, it became increasingly important for organisations to focus on their employee wellbeing. Working from home proved difficult for some employees to manage and took a toll on their mental wellbeing. Many employees welcomed the return to work, but there are also...
Herefordshire News
Can your business help raise awareness against the impact of violent crime
Hereford Knife Angel are thrilled to be bringing the Knife Angel to Hereford City Centre on Wednesday 2 June and will be sited in front of the West Door of Hereford Cathedral until Tuesday 29th June. It can be seen at any time, will be free to visit and everyone is...
Memorandum of Understanding extension signed by Sir John Peace, Midlands Engine and Maryland, US
On Wednesday 13 January 2021, Sir John Peace and representatives from the Midlands Engine joined Kelly M. Schulz, Secretary of Commerce and the Maryland Department of Commerce to sign an extension to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two countries. The...
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Paul Harris Takes on the Sahara: A Trek for Hope for Tomorrow
This November, Paul Harris, Founder and Principal Consultant at Coacto, will be braving the scorching sands and intense heat of the Sahara Desert, all for a noble cause: raising awareness and funds for the cancer charity Hope for Tomorrow. Paul’s mission is to...
Welcome new Members!
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Bespoke Gate Solutions LTD – At BGS, you can expect gates that are not only sturdy and durable but also feature innovative designs to complement the overall architectural style of the surroundings. They offer a...
Would you like to join Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Area Council?
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has two vacancies on the Herefordshire Area Council and two vacancies Worcestershire Area Council. Each Area Council meets four times a year. The Councils are comprised of up to fifteen sector specialists who...
Employees and your Business
Employees are the cornerstone of any business, big or small, and creating a team with a good work culture, benefits, and staff can be challenging, especially after the pandemic, which has put more demand on skilled employees, a better work-life balance, and staff...
Grow your Business
Business growth is constantly thrown around in the corporate world; however, the word ‘growth’ can have many connotations. For some, growth is physical—buying a bigger office, increasing the workforce, or increasing distribution. For others, growth may be personal;...
Intergenerational Joy: Children’s Visits to Hampton Grange and Gwen Walford Care Home Conclude with Heartwarming Ice Cream Celebration
Over the past seven weeks, Hampton Grange and Gwen Walford Care Home have been filled with laughter, creativity, and heartwarming moments as the children from Lugwardine Primary Academy embarked on a journey of friendship and connection with the residents. Engaging in...
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