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Welcoming Steve Mosson, DRG’s New Head of Projects & Delivery

Welcoming Steve Mosson, DRG’s New Head of Projects & Delivery

We’re excited to officially welcome Steve Mosson as the new Head of Projects and Delivery at DRG Interior and Building Solutions, who joined us in June 2025. With over 25 years of experience in construction management, Steve brings a wealth of expertise from leading...

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A Decade of Work Pays Off: Aspiring Doctor Earns Gold D of E

A Decade of Work Pays Off: Aspiring Doctor Earns Gold D of E

A trainee doctor spent an afternoon at Buckingham Palace as he was formally presented with his Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. 22-year-old Nathan Scott, first year medical student at the University of Worcester, received his Award from His Royal Highness Prince...

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Interior design company secures dream home!

Interior design company secures dream home!

Edward Thomas Interiors has purchased a £2m premises in Redditch National interior design company, Edward Thomas Interiors, has successfully purchased a modern new office and warehouse worth more than £2 million to facilitate its ongoing expansion. Working exclusively...

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Chamber News

LSIP Event

LSIP Event

Business leaders and education providers in the Midlands have urged the new Government to ‘stick to the plan’ when it comes to closing the skills gap and helping businesses to develop the labour force they need. The plea came at an event celebrating the progress made...

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Welcome New Members

Welcome New Members

The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Ansonware – Software development and IT consultancy company Apeiron Consulting Ltd – Portfolio Cheif Financial Officer and Consultancy Attain Auditing Ltd – ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems Lead Auditor...

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Our Latest Member

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...

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New Member: Energy Audits UK joins Chamber of Commerce

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...

Policy News

Growth Suffers As Firms Face Choppy Waters Ahead

Growth Suffers As Firms Face Choppy Waters Ahead

Responding to the latest GDP data released by the ONS, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “With businesses facing an impending avalanche of cost pressures, it’s unsurprising that growth is in trouble. With GDP shrinking in...

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Planning and Infrastructure Reform Must Benefit Business

Planning and Infrastructure Reform Must Benefit Business

Responding to the unveiling of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the BCC, said:      “It’s encouraging to see the Government has heeded our calls to tackle the problems of the UK’s worn-out infrastructure to fire...

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Skills News

Engineering Apprenticeship Open Event – Redditch

Midland Group Training Services are holding an Open Event, see first-hand what a Level 3 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering apprenticeship can offer you. With a severe shortage of skilled, qualified engineers in the UK, there’s never been a better time to enter the...

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The secret to staff retention in hospitality

The secret to staff retention in hospitality

If you’re finding the cost of employee turnover unsustainable – you’re not alone. Hospitality employers across the country are struggling with the cost of recruitment as the industry faces a staffing drought coupled with unwanted levels of staff turnover. In fact,...

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Charity News

Boxes of HOPE for Christmas

Boxes of HOPE for Christmas

Boxes of Hope: Help Feed Zimbabwean Children This Christmas – https://fth.org.uk/boxes-of-hope/welcome.php As Zimbabwe grapples with a severe food crisis, exacerbated by extended droughts and soaring temperatures, the nation’s most vulnerable people are facing...

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EU Reset Must Cut Shackles From Business

EU Reset Must Cut Shackles From Business

The British Chambers of Commerce is calling for Monday’s EU reset summit to mark a sea change in the UK’s trade relationship with Europe so business can prosper. The BCC wants to see seven vital changes made to the Brexit deal which are based on its four years of...

BCC News

EU Reset Must Cut Shackles From Business

The British Chambers of Commerce is calling for Monday’s EU reset summit to mark a sea change in the UK’s trade relationship with Europe so business can prosper. The BCC wants to see seven vital changes made to the Brexit deal which are based on its four years of...

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Worcestershire News

Do you dare to ride the SVR’s Ghost Train?

Do you dare to ride the SVR’s Ghost Train?

The Severn Valley Railway’s famous Ghost and Scream Trains will be setting forth into the night towards the end of the half-term holiday, when it will be time to celebrate Halloween. Thrills and spills await those who are brave enough to ride the special services on...

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The Severn Valley Railway’s Christmas Fayre is Coming

The Severn Valley Railway’s Christmas Fayre is Coming

For a spot of early Christmas shopping, the Severn Valley Railway has plenty to offer during the weekend of 26 and 27 October. The heritage line’s Engine House at Highley is holding its annual Christmas Gift Fayre, and dozens of suppliers will offer a wide range of...

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Herefordshire News

Join the Laughter: Red Nose Day at Herefordshire Care Homes

Join the Laughter: Red Nose Day at Herefordshire Care Homes

Join the Laughter: Red Nose Day at Herefordshire Care Homes Rotherwood Healthcare, an award-winning provider of Residential, Nursing, and Dementia Care, is thrilled to announce that its Herefordshire care homes will be participating in Red Nose Day, an annual event...

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Grow more in 2024 with the Marches Growth Hub

Grow more in 2024 with the Marches Growth Hub

Businesses across the Marches were today urged to grow more in 2024 by making full use of the vast range of funding and support available to them. The Marches Growth Hub and three local authority partners – Herefordshire, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin councils –...

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Worcester to Welcome England Rugby Star at Free Event

Worcester to Welcome England Rugby Star at Free Event

A former England Rugby star is set to speak at a local networking event hosted by the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. Simon Shaw, ex-England international and Wasps Rugby legend, is set to make an appearance at the Herefordshire &...

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Worcester Street Sixes 2025

Worcester Street Sixes 2025

Join Us for Street 6s – A Premier Corporate Cricket Event in Worcester! We’re thrilled to announce the return of Street 6s this summer – a high-energy, fast-paced softball cricket event taking place right in the heart of Worcester, at Cathedral Square and Worcester...

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