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Diplomatic Advisory Hub Offers Middle East Conflict Insight
Hundreds of businesses have gained unique geopolitical insight into the Middle East crisis, thanks to a joint initiative by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). The first event organised by the new...
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Diplomatic Advisory Hub Offers Middle East Conflict Insight
Hundreds of businesses have gained unique geopolitical insight into the Middle East crisis, thanks to a joint initiative by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). The first event organised by the new...
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Hands On At Work partners with Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity to support NHS staff wellbeing
Massage therapy initiative launches across three hospital sites during National Stress Awareness Month Hands On At Work has announced a new 12-month partnership with Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity, designed to boost the physical and mental wellbeing of NHS...
Worcester Shortlisted for University of the Year for the Fourth Time
The University of Worcester has been named as a finalist in this year’s University of the Year award, by Times Higher Education. Widely viewed as the top accolade a UK university can achieve, the award honours an institution that has demonstrated exceptional...
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Oakland International Secures Knottingley Site
Redditch based total supply chain solutions provider Oakland International has secured a new industrial site at Knottingley, West Yorkshire. Completed in March 2024, Clews & Co Chartered Surveyors helped secure the acquisition of the 161,578 sq. ft. building which...
Award for PhD Student Helping Bumblebees Thrive in their Natural Habitats
A PhD student from the University of Worcester has been given an award by an international organisation for the quality of her research pitch. Andrea Tapia Arenas entered the Research Pitches Contest from the Compostela Group of Universities, which helps students with...
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BREAKING: Furlough scheme to be extended until March, confirms Sunak
Updated 05/11/2020 1.53pm Rishi Sunak has confirmed that he will extended the furlough scheme until the end of March. The Chancellor said the scheme will pay up to 80% of a person’s wage up to £2,500 a month, with the policy to be reviewed in January....
Chamber of Commerce to lead important health and wellbeing initiative
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is the new lead partner for the administration, co-ordination and development of a free health and wellbeing scheme, with supporting partners Community First and Active Herefordshire & Worcestershire....
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BCC reacts to latest UK labour market figures
Yesterday (Tuesday 20 April) the Office for National Statistics released their latest labour market statistics. The figures suggest that the jobs market has been broadly stable in recent months. The UK unemployment rate was estimated at 4.9%, 0.1 percentage points...
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BCC reacts to latest UK labour market figures
Yesterday (Tuesday 20 April) the Office for National Statistics released their latest labour market statistics. The figures suggest that the jobs market has been broadly stable in recent months. The UK unemployment rate was estimated at 4.9%, 0.1 percentage points...
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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:
Kidderminster’s OGL Computer Launches New Software To Transform Businesses Quickly In A Year Of Uncertainty
Kidderminster, 20 January 2021. OGL Computer has announced the launch of Profit4, a new business and stock management software that enables users in wholesale, merchant, stockist and distributor businesses to accelerate digital transformation efforts ready for what is...
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FREE EU Exit Preparation for Herefordshire Businesses
The Herefordshire Council, in association with Strong and Herd LLP (a widely respected consultancy in all areas International Trade), the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce and Marches Growth Hub, are offering free half-day training sessions to help...
Recovery under way in parts of Herefordshire as response continues
Parts of Herefordshire continue to experience significant and widespread flooding from high river levels and deep surface flooding. A number of agencies including Herefordshire Council, Environment Agency, West Mercia Police and Hereford & Worcester Fire and...
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Oakland International Appoints Sustainability Manager
Total supply chain solutions provider Oakland International has appointed Doyin Adeleye as their new Sustainability and ESG Manager. Bringing an abundance of climate, energy, sustainability and ESG experience, Doyin will work across the Oakland group of businesses...
Kudos Blends launches an innovative new website and solutions-based approach to revolutionise the industrial baking industry.
Kudos Blends, the world’s leading manufacturer of industrial baking powders and leavening agents, is delighted to announce the launch of its brand-new website and pioneering solutions-based approach. With the unveiling of our cutting-edge website Kudos Blends is...
ISO Quality Services – Making a Difference One Egg at a Time
The ISO QSL Good Egg Awards returned for its seventh consecutive year with unprecedented popularity. This year, the awards received 160 nominations, surpassing all previous records. The ISO providers based in Worcester, first launched the Good Egg Awards in 2018 to...
White Logistics partners with Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) for Groundbreaking Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Trial
Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS), the UK’s first Hydrogen Fuel Cell truck OEM, has entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with White Logistics to explore the integration of Hydrogen Fuel Cell HGVs into the White Logistics’ fleet. This partnership marks the...
Can you support your local hospital charity by taking part in their Eastnor Castle Walk this Spring?
On May 18th 2024 Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity are hosting their Eastnor Castle Walk! Taking in the beautiful grounds and surrounding countryside this charity walk is the perfect way to get your team together away from the office, in the great...
St Michael’s Hospice Open new shop in Hay-on-Wye
St Michael’s Hospice has today welcomed visitors to the opening of its new charity shop in Hay-on-Wye. Conveniently located at The Craft Centre, next to the Oxford Street car park, the shop is filled with a great range of pre-loved items, including clothing, books,...
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