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How to Choose the Best Accountants Service for Your Business Needs
Choosing the right accountant isn’t just about ticking boxes, it’s about finding a trusted partner who can help you grow, stay compliant and make smarter financial decisions. In our latest article, we explore what to look for when selecting an accountant, including: ·...
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How to Choose the Best Accountants Service for Your Business Needs
Choosing the right accountant isn’t just about ticking boxes, it’s about finding a trusted partner who can help you grow, stay compliant and make smarter financial decisions. In our latest article, we explore what to look for when selecting an accountant, including: ·...
Member News
Global Recognition for Ballards as Partner Joins International Board
Andy Bewick, Corporate & International Partner, Ballards LLP Ballards LLP, the midlands-based accountancy firm, is delighted to announce the appointment of Andy Bewick, Corporate & International Partner, to the prestigious AGN International EMEA Board...
Multi-Million Pound Boost for Mental Health Research in Herefordshire and Worcestershire
The University of Worcester has been awarded more than £2.2 million for a programme of research to investigate mental health inequalities across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The funding, from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Mental...
Patron & Strategic News
Capital Allowances for Solar Panels
Are you considering installing solar panels on your business premises? As well as the environmental benefits and energy efficiency, solar panels can provide tax benefits too. There are two main types of allowances applicable for solar panels: 1. Annual Investment...
Worcester Aiming for the Treble in the Battle of the M5!
The University of Worcester is looking to retain the highly coveted trophy for the third time in a row as sports teams across the campus prepare for Varsity 2025. Teams from the University of Worcester will face teams from the University of Gloucestershire in 17...
Chamber News
NEW MODEL INSTITUTE FOR TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING (NMITE) ANNOUNCES NEW CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER
NMITE has confirmed the appointment of David Oloke as its new Chief Academic Officer and first Professor of Civil Engineering. David will take up the role and the leadership of NMITE’s academic mission in February 2024, an exciting year for NMITE as it will see its...
Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Areterra – Areterra’s aim is to support a growing number of people from the semi-rural area of Worcestershire, suffering from a variety of differing medical conditions including those with learning...
Our Latest Member
The Chamber Welcomes Worcester City Women FC (WCWFC)
Worcester City Women FC (WCWFC), established in 2021, is a determined participant in a movement sweeping the nation and, quite frankly, the globe: women’s football. Since England’s Euro Success in 2022, the Women’s Super League (tier 1) has seen an...
The Chamber Welcomes Worcester City Women FC (WCWFC)
Worcester City Women FC (WCWFC), established in 2021, is a determined participant in a movement sweeping the nation and, quite frankly, the globe: women’s football. Since England’s Euro Success in 2022, the Women’s Super League (tier 1) has seen an...
Policy News
MORE OVER-65s ARE STILL WORKING THAN SIX YEARS AGO
Working 9-5 More people in the UK aged between 65 and 74 are still working compared to six years ago, new research shows. The findings show there’s a marked increase in the number of people over 65 who remain in the workforce compared to 2016, and a fall in the number...
Inflation at a 41-Year High
The UK’s rate of inflation hit a fresh 41-year high in October, accelerating to 11.1 per cent on the back of rising energy and food prices. This is the highest rate of inflation since October 1981. The Office for National Statistics said the rate rose from 10.1 per...
Skills News
Sixth Form success in ‘Science at Heart’ School Competition
A team of five Year 13 pupils from Malvern St James Girls’ School (MSJ) scooped joint third place in the Science at Heart competition. The competition, hosted by The British Heart Foundation’s Centre of Research Excellence at Imperial College London, required...
Pershore College trainer assessor gains engineering professional status
A Pershore College trainer assessor has been awarded a major engineering professional status and is now set to pass on his expertise to college students. Andy Tabberer-Catt has been recognised by the Engineering Council and the Institution of Agricultural Engineers....
Charity News
St Michael’s Hospice Supporter Mike Pullin Receives National TV recognition
Many people across Herefordshire will be aware of Mike Pullin, and his unwavering dedication to St Michael’s Hospice. Now, thanks to a feature on one of the country’s most watched TV shows, he is familiar to millions. The unwavering dedication of 87-year-old Mike was...
YSS and Citizens Advice South Worcestershire Invites Everyone to a Heartfelt Valentine’s Day Charity Ball: Have Fun, Create Impact
YSS and Citizens Advice South Worcestershire are two local charities supporting the most vulnerable and marginalised individuals in our local community. We are delighted to announce our upcoming event: the heartwarming Valentine’s Day Charity Ball. This...
UK Must Transform Archaic Infrastructure
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is calling on the Government to tackle the problems of the UK’s worn-out infrastructure to fire up growth. Among the recommendations in a new report, published today, the BCC is calling for ministers to: • Improve road and rail...
BCC News
UK Must Transform Archaic Infrastructure
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is calling on the Government to tackle the problems of the UK’s worn-out infrastructure to fire up growth. Among the recommendations in a new report, published today, the BCC is calling for ministers to: • Improve road and rail...
Worcestershire News
From Strength to Strength: BetaDen Alumni Returns as Board Member
BetaDen, an award-winning organisation providing fully-funded support to innovative technology businesses, has announced significant changes to its Advisory Board. Martyn Gill, who graduated from BetaDen’s Cohort 4.0 technology accelerator programme in 2022, is now...
Part of Former Library Renamed ‘Royal’ After Victoria’s Visit up for Auction
A section of an impressive early 19th century building that used to host the Royal Library in Great Malvern, Worcestershire is appearing in Bond Wolfe’s next auction. The Grade II-listed property on Worcester Road was erected as a library in 1818 for visitors to the...
Herefordshire News
Forty Herefordshire Businesses Benefit from Free Energy Audits – with More up for Grabs!
Businesses from across the county have been taking advantage of a new scheme providing free energy audits as part of a campaign to reduce carbon emissions. The energy audits have been offered to members of the Greener Footprints ’30 for 2030’ initiative and the...
August 2023 Herefordshire Cost-of-Living Bulletin
In 2020 COVID-19 caused the most severe contraction in the UK economy for over 300 years. Although the economy bounced back strongly, aided by government support for workers and businesses, after a brief period of relative respite, the war in Ukraine has combined...
All Latest News
Bank Continues Along Monetary Policy Tightrope
Reacting to the latest interest rate decision by the Bank of England, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s widely expected interest rate hold highlights the tightrope the Bank is walking, in the face of mounting global...
Director General’s Speech to Driving International Trade Conference
Full transcript of BCC Director General, Shevaun Haviland’s, speech to the BCC’s Driving International Trade Conference, Thursday 20 March: Good morning all and welcome to our Driving International Trade Conference. We’re very excited about today… it’s going to...
University Historian Looking for Mothers to Tell Their Story
As the nation marks Mother’s Day next weekend, mothers in Worcester are invited to come forward and tell their stories as part of a new historical project. University of Worcester historian Dr Anna Muggeridge and the George Marshall Medical Museum in Worcester have...
Former Marine to Take on 10,000 Burpees in 24 Hour Challenge
A former Royal Marines Commando from Worcestershire, will attempt to perform 10,000 burpees in 24 hours this weekend as he raises money for the military charity that supported him. Jamie Grant, 46, a former student and colleague at the University of Worcester, has...
Celebrating Neurodiversity Celebration Week
As part of Neurodiversity Celebration Week at Wychavon District Council, Holly Bolt from Nurturingnd and Jonathan Downes of Glassfull collaborated to deliver impactful workshops aimed at fostering inclusive workplaces where all minds can thrive. These sessions,...
Celebrating a Decade of Excellence: Aphex Warehouse Services Marks 10 Years of Growth and Reliability
A decade ago, Aphex was founded with a vision: to provide top-tier warehouse storage solutions that maximise space. Ten years later, we are proud to celebrate a journey marked by reliability, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our customers. From our humble...
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