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Trailblazing Supreme Court President Launches Book in Worcester
A new book exploring the rich and sometimes surprising history of the British Constitution has been launched in Worcester, with distinguished guest speaker Baroness Hale of Richmond DBE delivering a keynote lecture to mark the occasion. Edited by Dr Chris Monaghan,...
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Trailblazing Supreme Court President Launches Book in Worcester
A new book exploring the rich and sometimes surprising history of the British Constitution has been launched in Worcester, with distinguished guest speaker Baroness Hale of Richmond DBE delivering a keynote lecture to mark the occasion. Edited by Dr Chris Monaghan,...
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FAUN Zoeller Fleet Services invest in new fleet
Following the recent rebranding of FAUN Zoeller Fleet Services Ltd (FZFS), FAUN Zoeller (UK) Ltd (FZUK) has taken its next strategic step by investing in new vehicles for its rental fleet — including Europe’s number one refuse collection body, the VARIOPRESS. The new...
Roster grows for SVR’s Spring Diesel Festival
A matching pair of guests are to join the line-up at the Severn Valley Railway’s Spring Diesel Festival. Colas have agreed to send two of their Class 56s to appear at the four-day event between 15 and 18 May. They join the already-confirmed visitor list, which...
Patron & Strategic News
University’s Week of Activities Shows How to Live More Sustainably
Students came together to bring about a week of themed activities at the University of Worcester designed to inspire people to live more sustainably. The University’s annual Go Green Week saw students working with staff, Worcester Students’ Union and external...
HoW College Takes Gold at Industry Awards
Celebrations are underway at Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW College) after the College’s Marketing team was awarded Gold for the 24/25 prospectus at a national awards competition. The Further Education First Awards, hosted by the College Marketing Network,...
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Governments long term plan revealed as businesses prepare for road to recovery
“Boris Johnson has addressed the commons earlier this week to announce the planned roadmap to easing lockdown restrictions. The Prime Minister stressed that each stage of a new 4-stage plan will be driven by “data not dates”. The PM says there will be “at least”...
Help us to keep everyone safe by getting the number of cases down
Across Worcestershire the number of cases of Coronavirus is dropping but in Redditch the number is still very high.
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Oakland Foundation Charity’s Website Relaunch Attracts Funding Applications
Local charity the Oakland Foundation, which supports children in Redditch and Bromsgrove and the surrounding area, has relaunched its website to make it easier for people to find information. The website’s new clean look means individuals, groups, youth organisations,...
Get your company behind an important heritage asset
Associating your company with the Severn Valley Railway is a smart move, and there’s never been a better time. The SVR is raising funds to save its ageing Falling Sands Viaduct, a key part of the railway’s infrastructure. Companies can back the scheme by adding their...
Amazon announces 10,000 new permanent jobs and multi-million pound training programme to boost the UK economy
Amazon is partnering with the British Chambers of Commerce and local businesses to identify regional skills shortages to focus training on local needs Amazon today announced that it will create more than 10,000 new permanent jobs in 2021, taking its total UK workforce...
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Amazon announces 10,000 new permanent jobs and multi-million pound training programme to boost the UK economy
Amazon is partnering with the British Chambers of Commerce and local businesses to identify regional skills shortages to focus training on local needs Amazon today announced that it will create more than 10,000 new permanent jobs in 2021, taking its total UK workforce...
Worcestershire News
Tech accelerator delivers new jobs for county
Six early-stage technology businesses that recently took part in Worcestershire technology accelerator BetaDen, have created 19 new jobs as a result of their time on the programme. Blockmark Technologies, DronePrep, Heteronomics, Veritherm and Vojo all completed...
Virtual Woo Fest 21
Hosted live from the DRPG Studios this Saturday 19 June from 2.00-10.30pm, followed by an after show party from DJ Boxer, raising funds for St Richard’s Hospice. Join St Richard’s for a virtual, festival experience like no other with an 8 hour extravaganza of...
Herefordshire News
Call for sites presents huge opportunity for Herefordshire landowners
Landowners across Herefordshire are being urged to take advantage of a search for new sites for housing and employment by planning experts at a leading Hereford property consultancy. Herefordshire Council is currently looking for sites to accommodate a significant...
Communities and businesses in Hereford are joining forces to strike a deal with Government and secure up to £25 million for regeneration projects in the city
Hereford is one of 100 places invited by the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government to be part of the £3.6 billion Towns Fund, a scheme that seeks to support economic growth in towns and cities around the UK. An independent Towns Fund board, backed by...
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Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Award Entries are Now Open!
Entries for the 2024 business awards are now open! To submit your business for the awards should take no more than 10 minutes and you can enter your business for a maximum of 3 categories. The awards are set to be hosted on the 13th June 2024 at the Worcester Arena,...
Racehorse Trainers Liability Insurance
Hazelton Mountford are a leading provider of equine liability insurance to the horse racing industry. The dedicated team have access to an exclusive facility for racehorse trainers’ liability insurance placed with a UK A-rated insurer. Over the past 10 years, Hazelton...
Former Worcester Resident Back in the City Ahead of Big Role at London University.
The new Vice Chancellor of Birkbeck, University of London has visited Worcester for a tour of the city’s own university, and a chance to have a look at how the place she grew up in has changed. Professor Sally Wheeler; OBE, was a pupil at the Alice Ottley School,...
Premium Office Space Available at Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce’s Worcester Office
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce announces an exceptional opportunity for businesses seeking an upscale office environment. Presenting an exclusive first-floor office space along with two additional meeting rooms, this meticulously designed 221.38...
Chamber Advice Blogs – Starting a Business
We’re excited to announce that our first set of Chamber Advice Blogs are now live! This first set of blogs are centered around the topic of starting a business: Have you recently started a brand-new business, or perhaps you have an amazing business concept but don’t...
How the Chamber can support you, when starting a new business.
Starting a new business can be an exciting experience, but knowing how to take the first step can be daunting, especially when you have your business plan ready. At the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, we believe that preparation is key. To...
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