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New Tariff Rate A Further Blow To Business

New Tariff Rate A Further Blow To Business

Reacting to the decision by the US President to raise his new tariffs under section 122 of the Trade Act 1974 to 15 per cent, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “The 40,000 UK companies exporting goods to the US will be dismayed at this latest turn...

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New Tariff Rate A Further Blow To Business

Reacting to the decision by the US President to raise his new tariffs under section 122 of the Trade Act 1974 to 15 per cent, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “The 40,000 UK companies exporting goods to the US will be dismayed at this latest turn...

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Cutting Energy Waste in Compressed Air Systems

Cutting Energy Waste in Compressed Air Systems

Compressed air is often called the “fourth utility” in manufacturing, but it is also one of the most energy-intensive. Industry studies suggest that as much as 30% of compressed air generated is wasted through leaks, poor system design, or inefficient equipment. For...

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Patron & Strategic News

Graduate Lands Dream Role with England Netball

Graduate Lands Dream Role with England Netball

A University of Worcester graduate has landed what she describes as her dream job working for England Netball. Dani Kennedy has a job as a Marketing Executive with the national governing body of the sport, which manages netball in England, from the grass roots level,...

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Striving for Sustainability at Kidderminster Harriers

Striving for Sustainability at Kidderminster Harriers

Kidderminster Harriers and Bromsgrove District Council Waste Services partnership significantly enhances waste management at Aggborough Stadium. Committed to sustainability, Kidderminster Harriers continue to succeed with efforts to improve their environmental impact...

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Chamber News

Family Mediators Welcome Government Voucher Scheme

Family Mediators Welcome Government Voucher Scheme

The government has announced that it is investing £1m in family mediation, to support families to resolve issues relating to children. Under the scheme, the Ministry of Justice will provide contributions of up to £500 per family, to resolve issues relating to children...

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Nursery Supports Kidderminster Library Christmas Card Appeal

Nursery Supports Kidderminster Library Christmas Card Appeal

Children at Little Trinity Nursery are supporting Kidderminster Library’s festive Christmas Card Appeal and have been busy painting and colouring cards ready for local people to enjoy. Manager, Gaynor Carter, said: “The children love creative activities and this...

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BCC launch Trade Manifesto for 2022

BCC launch Trade Manifesto for 2022

The Chamber of Commerce network has always been a champion of international trade and there is no doubt that any business that embraces exporting will be better off for it. It’s one of the reasons why more than 60% of Chamber members trade overseas compared to just...

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BCC launch Trade Manifesto for 2022

The Chamber of Commerce network has always been a champion of international trade and there is no doubt that any business that embraces exporting will be better off for it. It’s one of the reasons why more than 60% of Chamber members trade overseas compared to just...

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Worcestershire News

Chamber Business Awards celebrates the best of local business

Chamber Business Awards celebrates the best of local business

The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce were delighted to welcome guests back for the in-person Chamber Business Awards 2021, sponsored by Folk2Folk, for a dazzling display at the Worcester Arena. Hosted by Magician Ben Hanlin, the Awards welcomed...

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Herefordshire News

Yeleni – Our doors are OPEN!

Yeleni – Our doors are OPEN!

Yeleni Therapy & Support are thrilled to welcome clients, familiar faces and new, back to the centre for complementary therapies and beauty treatments. Those living with and beyond cancer and the general public have been thrilled to be able to access face-to-face...

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Marches to be national leader in digital technology

Marches to be national leader in digital technology

A new blueprint to make the Marches a national leader in digital technology for years to come has been launched today. The Marches Local Enterprise Partnership – the business-led body which drives the region’s economic growth – says its new digital strategy will help...

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Primrose Hospice’s Journey to Sustainability

Primrose Hospice’s Journey to Sustainability

Primrose Hospice and Family Support Centre has recently completed an 18-month transformation towards sustainability and environmental responsibility. This ambitious journey has seen the installation of solar panels and the connection to a biomass boiler, marking...

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Coacto Team Members Excel with Salesforce Certifications

Coacto Team Members Excel with Salesforce Certifications

We are thrilled to announce that two of our talented team members at Coacto, Jessica Hargreaves and Laura Hardwick, have recently achieved significant milestones in their professional development by earning Salesforce certifications. Jessica Hargreaves has...

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AI in Business: Your Experience Matters

AI in Business: Your Experience Matters

Heart of Worcestershire College is calling on local businesses to share their AI experiences – whether you’re an AI pioneer or just AI-curious. ________________________________________ In an era where artificial intelligence is reshaping the business...

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Midlands LSIP Celebration

Midlands LSIP Celebration

The progress made in tackling labour and skills shortages in the Midlands will be outlined at an event in the region in September. Local Skills Improvement Plans (LSIPs) have been designed to put employers at the heart of skills provision in their local area, to...

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