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Huge AI Potential To Boost Global Trade
Reacting to the WTO’s publication of its World Trade Report for 2025, William Bain, BCC Head of Trade Policy, said: “This report is a call to action for business and policymakers worldwide to ensure we realise the full benefits of AI in boosting global trade,...
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Huge AI Potential To Boost Global Trade
Reacting to the WTO’s publication of its World Trade Report for 2025, William Bain, BCC Head of Trade Policy, said: “This report is a call to action for business and policymakers worldwide to ensure we realise the full benefits of AI in boosting global trade,...
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University of Worcester Recognised for Community Work and Inclusive Approach
The University of Worcester has been shortlisted for two awards recognising its contribution to the community and its commitment to inclusion. The Circle 2 Success Regional Business Awards celebrate excellence in businesses and organisations across the South Midlands...
Join the Movement: Inclusive Sporting Events Make Sure No Kid Gets ‘Left on the Bench’
Pupils from special and mainstream schools around Worcester spent a morning taking part in inclusive sports at the University of Worcester, led by a charity founder with a unique vision. Supported by students from the University, around 70 pupils formed teams to...
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NMITE unveils ‘Changing Lives’ impact and new Bursary Initiative: Transforming Futures in and for the Local Community
Two years on from welcoming its first students in 2021, NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology & Engineering) is thrilled to launch its Life Changer bursary initiative and is showcasing the impact it has achieved locally with a supporting campaign...
Big challenges ahead for former student to honour the memory of his daughters.
A former University of Worcester student has been back on campus as he gets ready for his last year of big fundraising challenges. 55-year-old Tony Frobisher has already run the London Marathon, cycled from Land’s End to John O’Groats, climbed Kilimanjaro and trekked...
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Support Carers Rights Day
Each year Carers Rights Day brings organisations across the UK together to help carers in their local community find out how to get the help and support they are entitled to. This year’s theme is Know Your Rights.
Could you champion the Marches Growth Hub?
The search is on for a new person to lead the region’s one-stop business advice service. The Marches Growth Hub – which brings together all national and local business support under one roof – is seeking a dynamic new chair to spearhead its work in...
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BCC responds to changes to the government’s Kickstart scheme
Responding to changes to the government’s Kickstart scheme, including removing the 30 job threshold for employers, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the BCC said:
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BCC responds to changes to the government’s Kickstart scheme
Responding to changes to the government’s Kickstart scheme, including removing the 30 job threshold for employers, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the BCC said:
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Nominations open for the Health & Social Care Awards 2021
Run by Newsquest’s Worcestershire titles, including the Worcester News, Malvern Gazette and Evesham Journal, the aim of the awards is to champion those teams and individuals that have gone above and beyond the call of duty to care for people during the Covid pandemic.
BCC celebrate International Women’s Day
BCC Chair calls on businesswomen across the world to celebrate their achievements for International Women’s Day today, March 8.
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Four lawyers named in national guide
A Herefordshire law firm is celebrating after four solicitors were nominated for a place in the latest edition of The Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom guide. Four senior lawyers at Lanyon Bowdler are recognised by the guide, which is one of the most highly-respected...
Marches Bottling and Packaging Ltd Team Up to Produce Hand Sanitiser
Marches Bottling and Packaging Ltd, Sister Company of Celtic Marches Beverages Ltd, has also diversified and are now producing 1L bottles of hand sanitiser. It is made to the WHO recipe and ideal for refilling smaller bottles. This is being produced in Bromyard, in...
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DRPG TAKES CLIENTS BACK TO COLLEGE FOR BIGTALK 2023
DRPG, the global creative communications group hosted its annual thought leadership event ‘BigTalk’ on Thursday 28th September with over 150 of its top clients invited to the 4.2 acre studio complex in Hartlebury, Worcestershire. Communications professionals from over...
Navigating the UK’s Evolving Net Zero Plan
The UKs ambitious commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050 is a cornerstone of its environmental policy. Despite this, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced changes to Government policies in September whilst insisting the UK will still be on track to reach its target....
GL and Sunsynk produce GridBuddy energy storage for the new-build industry
As the UK prepares to be net zero by 2050, changes to building regulations, such as the Future Homes Standard (FHS), have already presented unprecedented challenges to the housebuilding industry. With the FHS coming into force as early as 2025, as suppliers of...
Annual Lecture Looks to Future of the NHS
A thought-provoking lecture at Worcester Cathedral next week will look at a way forward for the NHS. Lord Victor Adebowale CBE will be giving this year’s Worcester Lecture, a free public talk, on Tuesday, October 3, at 6pm. The Worcester Lectures, hosted by a...
Would you like to join Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Area Council?
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has a vacancy on the Herefordshire Area Council. The Chamber has two Area Councils, one that represents Herefordshire and one that represents Worcestershire. Area Councils meet six times a year: three meetings per...
Unlocking The Planning System To Boost Investment
The British Chambers of Commerce is calling for a series of urgent improvements to unlock the planning system across the UK. The proposals are aimed at creating a more effective and efficient system that boosts business investment. The BCC’s immediate priorities are:...
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