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Hoople Group Sponsor Marches Family Network Running Team

Hoople Group Sponsor Marches Family Network Running Team

Hoople Group are delighted to be shirt sponsors for the fantastic team of runners taking on challenges in aid of Marches Family Network this April. Marches Family Network provides activities, services and short breaks for children and young people, aged 0-25 years,...

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Patron & Strategic News

Family to Honour Son Who Passed Away Before He Could Graduate

Family to Honour Son Who Passed Away Before He Could Graduate

The family of a student who sadly passed away before he could graduate have paid tribute to him as they prepare to collect his degree certificate at March’s graduation ceremony. Daniel Player achieved his Game Art degree at the University of Worcester through part...

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Chamber News

Charities of the Year for 2024!

Charities of the Year for 2024!

Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce are delighted to announce that they have selected two charities to support as their ‘Charities of the Year’ in 2024! We are overwhelmed by the incredible work that is carried out in our local community. We learn...

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Worcestershire: The BIG Conversation

Worcestershire: The BIG Conversation

Worcestershire businesses are being invited to join the Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) for its flagship event of 2023/24, ‘Worcestershire: The BIG Conversation’. Taking place on Friday 23 February, ‘Worcestershire: The BIG Conversation’ will be a...

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Our Latest Member

Welcome new Members!

The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Badger Damper – Badger Damper Limited are considered one of the leading damper manufacturers worldwide. Badger Damper supplies global markets from its production facility in the heart of England. Capital Resolve –...

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Welcome new Members!

Welcome new Members!

The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Badger Damper – Badger Damper Limited are considered one of the leading damper manufacturers worldwide. Badger Damper supplies global markets from its production facility in the heart of England. Capital Resolve –...

Policy News

The Salary & Benefits Report 2023 is Available Now!

The Salary & Benefits Report 2023 is Available Now!

93% of those surveyed in this report attempted to recruit staff over the past 12 months. Engineering, Sales, Finance, and Manufacturing were the sectors where businesses were experiencing the most difficulty in recruiting. The report also provides a summary of the...

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Skills News

Adapting for the future  – learning and devoloping talent

Adapting for the future – learning and devoloping talent

Developing people when they aren’t in the room, and budgets and time are in short supply is the big issue right now. 3WH clients were struggling to keep their people engaged and upskilling during the uncertain working patterns and crazy world in which we were working....

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Charity News

Mike Keel to retire as St Michael’s Hospice Chief Executive

Mike Keel to retire as St Michael’s Hospice Chief Executive

The Chief Executive of St Michael’s Hospice has announced his retirement after eight years at the helm. Mike Keel will leave his role at the Bartestree-based Hospice at the end of this month. During his tenure, Mr Keel has overseen the charity’s extended reach to the...

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BCC In Trade Reset Push With EU Ambassadors

The BCC has met with Ambassadors from across the EU to make the case for a trade relations reset that benefits businesses on both sides. Director General, Shevaun Haviland, and Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, were hosted, this afternoon, at the German Embassy by...

BCC News

BCC In Trade Reset Push With EU Ambassadors

The BCC has met with Ambassadors from across the EU to make the case for a trade relations reset that benefits businesses on both sides. Director General, Shevaun Haviland, and Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, were hosted, this afternoon, at the German Embassy by...

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Worcestershire News

David Tomkins, Data Analyst Level 4 Apprentice.

David Tomkins, Data Analyst Level 4 Apprentice.

Promotion to an Apprenticeship! Recently TDM have promoted one of our existing members of staff onto a Data Analyst Level 4 Apprenticeship programme. David Tomkins, previously TDM’s Marketing Manager, moved into this role and has exceled beyond belief. TDM believe in...

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Herefordshire News

Bespoke Christmas Hampers – Little Verzons Farm

Bespoke Christmas Hampers – Little Verzons Farm

With only 7 weeks to go until Christmas, have you started to think about gifting yet? Little Verzons Farm wanted to let you know that their exclusive Christmas Hampers service is up and running now, they don’t want you to miss out. Every Hamper is handpicked, and...

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Your Wellness in Lakes Edge’s Hands

Your Wellness in Lakes Edge’s Hands

Lakes Edge Limited at Pudleston Court, is proud to be pioneering Wellness and Wellbeing. Just stepping into the private estate. The luxury self-accommodation that Lakes Edge has to offer guests begin to relax almost immediately. Winter at Lakes Edge has never felt so...

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All Latest News

Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence: ACRS Marks a Milestone

Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence: ACRS Marks a Milestone

This year, ACRS Ltd proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary, marking a remarkable journey from a small startup to a trusted name in air conditioning and refrigeration across Worcestershire, Herefordshire, and Warwickshire. Founded in 2000 by husband-and-wife team...

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Sponsor secured for two major county sporting events

Sponsor secured for two major county sporting events

TWO county sporting events that host around 2300 children per year have secured sponsorship for 2024. Active Herefordshire and Worcestershire is delighted to announce AJB Sports In Education as the lead sponsor for the Worcestershire Spring and Summer School Games....

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MARCH/APRIL FILM LISTINGS

MARCH/APRIL FILM LISTINGS

Sat 1 Mar, 11am (free pre-activity from 10.30am) PADDINGTON IN PERU (PG) Paddington returns to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. With the Brown Family in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them...

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National Insurance Creating ‘Powder Keg Of Costs’

National Insurance Creating ‘Powder Keg Of Costs’

82% of firms surveyed say the National Insurance (NI) rise will impact their business Most responding businesses say the increase in NI will impact recruitment (58%) and prices (54%)  Over three quarters (79%) of businesses do not feel the government has properly...

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Encouraging Signals On US Trade

Encouraging Signals On US Trade

Reacting to tonight’s remarks by the US President and UK Prime Minister on tariffs and trade deals, William Bain, BCC Head of Trade Policy, said: “The signals from the White House tonight would suggest this was a successful meeting from a UK trade perspective....

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