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Why Insurance Brokers Ask So Many Questions
Why Brokers Ask Detailed Questions For many small business owners, arranging insurance can feel overly detailed.Questions about operations, contracts, turnover, property use or future plans may seem excessive when you simply want cover in place. In reality, these...
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Why Insurance Brokers Ask So Many Questions
Why Brokers Ask Detailed Questions For many small business owners, arranging insurance can feel overly detailed.Questions about operations, contracts, turnover, property use or future plans may seem excessive when you simply want cover in place. In reality, these...
Member News
Three Counties Showground: A Premier Events Venue at the Foot of the Malvern Hills
Three Counties Showground is one of the West Midlands’ most versatile and well‑established event venues, set at the foot of the Malvern Hills and proudly owned by the Three Counties Agricultural Society. With a heritage spanning almost 180 years, the Showground plays...
Severn Valley Railway host major exercise to test emergency response plans
The Severn Valley Railway hosted teams from across the emergency services as they played out a full-scale simulated emergency yesterday (Thursday 12 March) in order to stay as prepared as possible to keep people safe. Passengers and residents close to the SVR’s...
Patron & Strategic News
Can University Side Become ‘Worcester’s Invincibles?’
The University of Worcester’s Women’s Football Team is guaranteed promotion after winning every game in their league and finishing with an extraordinary 100-goal difference. “It feels amazing,” said Captain, Annie Sime. “Promotion was a huge goal so achieving it means...
Sutcliffe & Co Triple Awards Finalist in South West Business & Community Awards
Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers are celebrating being finalists in three categories at the South West Business & Community Awards: Employer of the Year, SME of the Year, and Outstanding Contribution to the Community. This triple recognition reflects the...
Chamber News
Enter your Business in the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2025!
Entries for the 2025 business awards are now open! Submitting your business for an award 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 12th June 2025 at the Worcester Arena,...
Hereford & Worcester Army Cadet Force Host Charitable Event.
On Thursday 5th December, the Hereford & Worcester Army Cadet Force hosted a charitable event at the Officers’ Mess at 214 Battery 104 Regiment. The event was attended by Cadets and Adults from the Gheluvelt Coy, His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant for Worcestershire,...
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Welcome New Members
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Aeromet International Limited – A Leading Supplier of Aluminium and Magnesium Castings for the Aerospace and Defence Industries. Behind The Smile – They offer support for those experiencing poor mental health and...
Welcome New Members
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Aeromet International Limited – A Leading Supplier of Aluminium and Magnesium Castings for the Aerospace and Defence Industries. Behind The Smile – They offer support for those experiencing poor mental health and...
Policy News
Pace of Immigration Changes Must Work for Business
Responding to the publication of the Immigration White Paper, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy, at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses are keen to unlock more home-grown talent and will welcome the broad direction of travel in today’s White...
Quarterly Economic Survey for Q2 is now live!
The Quarterly Economic Survey is among the largest business surveys in the UK, making it a key resource for the government to conduct case studies and access up-to-date statistics on businesses across the UK. The Survey consists of questions on several topics,...
Skills News
Career Worcs Roadshows2022
Careers Worcs are back with the latest Roadshows2022. Designed for 15-24 year olds who are unsure what to do after leaving school, the Worcestershire Careers and Apprenticeship Roadshow will provide information and advice on a range of options including 6th form,...
Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards opens for Entries
Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and Worcestershire County Council have announced that the popular apprenticeship celebration event, the Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards are returning in 2022. Entries to the awards have now opened with...
Charity News
KEMP Hospice to Offer Boutique Shopping Experience in New Hagley Store
A stylish new charity shop with a boutique feel is set to open its doors in the heart of Hagley, bringing with it a carefully curated collection of ladies clothing, formal wear, prom outfits, and accessories. This Summer, KEMP Hospice will be opening ‘The Boutique by...
One year on – how a charity superstore in Herefordshire has been embraced by their local community
In May 2024, St Michael’s Hospice opened the doors at its brand-new charity superstore in Whitestone Business Park, Hereford. Hundreds flocked to its grand opening and have continued to show their support throughout its first year, with over 160,000 visitors spending...
BCC Applauds Improved South Korean Trade Deal
Reacting to news of a new trade deal with South Korea, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “This looks to be a well-tailored deal that will suit the commercial interests of both our countries. Around £15bn worth of goods and services is already...
BCC News
BCC Applauds Improved South Korean Trade Deal
Reacting to news of a new trade deal with South Korea, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “This looks to be a well-tailored deal that will suit the commercial interests of both our countries. Around £15bn worth of goods and services is already...
Worcestershire News
A Foodie Delight at the Severn Valley Railway
Those who love good food won’t want to miss the Severn Valley Railway’s Foot & Craft Fayre, which takes place at The Engine House at Highley on 24 and 25 August. ‘Dozens of suppliers will be offering treats to tempt the palate,’ said Nadia Attwell, the SVR’s...
Severn Valley Railway Celebrates ‘heartening’ Response to its Resilience Fund Appeal
The Severn Valley Railway says it’s delighted with the support it has received for the SVR Resilience Fund, launched earlier this year in May. So far, it’s received donations totaling £73,000, as it seeks widespread support to meet its ongoing costs. ‘The response...
Herefordshire News
Hereford Production Company Rural Studios Awarded Funding as Part of BBC’s Small Indie Fund
Launched in 2020, the highly contested Small Indie Fund supports the growth of small independent production companies across the UK and will help Rural Studios to scale up its TV ambitions. Rural Studios currently has a returning show on BBC4, “The Read”, recently...
Teacher Encounters to help boost careers education
Teachers are being given the chance to get hands-on experience at workplaces across the region as part of a new scheme to boost links between education and the world of work. The Marches Careers Hub’s Teacher Encounters programme gives teachers the chance to get out...
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From Life-Saving Moment to London Marathon Finish Line: Local Dad Running for Worcestershire Maternity Services.
At Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity, we are incredibly proud to champion local dad Ollie Betteridge, who is preparing to take on the 2026 London Marathon in support of our Hold the Moment – Maternity Appeal. Ollie aims to raise £3,000 in heartfelt gratitude for...
Students Collaborate with Renowned Artist on Creative Project Exploring ‘Place’
Students from the University of Worcester and Heart of Worcestershire College are working alongside internationally acclaimed artist Rob Draper on an exciting new arts project in the City. The project, part of the Local Voices Creative Choices initiative, led by...
DRPG expands film and content offering with acquisition of Liquona
Creative communications agency DRP Group has acquired south-east-based boutique production agency Liquona; a move designed to grow and strengthen the agency’s global film and animation offering while expanding its London and south-east presence through the newly...
Merton Meadow flood project paves the way for new homes and regeneration
Work has officially begun on an innovative project that marks a major step towards the Council’s ambitions to transform city centre land at Merton Meadow, creating the foundations for future homes for people of all ages, publicly accessible wetland spaces, and the...
arrangeMY Managing Director Nick Scott wins Agency Leader of the Year at inaugural beam Awards
arrangeMY is proud to announce that its Managing Director, Nick Scott, has been named “Agency Leader of the Year” at the inaugural beam Awards, held at The Belfry Hotel. The beam Awards celebrate excellence, innovation and leadership across the business travel,...
Kidderminster College Students Celebrate Success at NCG Skills 2026
Kidderminster College students have been celebrating success after taking part in – and proudly hosting – the sixth annual NCG Skills competition, held at Kidderminster College during National Apprenticeship Week. NCG Skills is a unique, national competition that...
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