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Why is Climate Change so Prevalent in Children’s Books?
A leading expert in children’s literature will give a free public talk in Worcester, examining the role climate change plays in story books. Jean Webb, Professor of International Children’s Literature at the University of Worcester, will deliver the talk, titled...
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Why is Climate Change so Prevalent in Children’s Books?
A leading expert in children’s literature will give a free public talk in Worcester, examining the role climate change plays in story books. Jean Webb, Professor of International Children’s Literature at the University of Worcester, will deliver the talk, titled...
Member News
NMITE Announces Groundbreaking New Partnership with AWE
NMITE has taken another major step towards establishing itself as a nationally significant new university, securing a new partnership with AWE—one of the UK’s most important engineering organisations. Recognising the strength of NMITE’s approach and the calibre of its...
Julia Giermaniuk takes on Plant Healthy Lead at Wyevale Nurseries
HEREFORD-BASED Wyevale Nurseries has this month appointed a member of its internal pool of homegrown young horticultural talent as its new Plant Healthy Lead (March 2025). Julia Giermaniuk’s new role includes maintaining inhouse support and co-ordination in...
Patron & Strategic News
University Stalwart and Wolves Co-Founder Awarded MBE
Mick Donovan, Pro Vice Chancellor Partnerships at the University of Worcester, has been awarded an MBE in the King’s New Year’s Honours. Mick has been recognised for services to inclusion in sport and education. “I am thrilled to receive this award and receive...
1500th Armed Forces Covenant milestone reached
West Midland Reserve Forces & Cadets Association (RFCA) are pleased to announce their 1500th Armed Forces Covenant signatory as NESO, the National Energy System Operator. The Armed Forces Covenant (AFC) is a promise from the nation that those who serve or have...
Chamber News
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce provides exclusive business healthcare cover with affiliate partner AXA
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is pleased to remind its Members of the exclusive Business Healthcare Cover offered through its affiliate partnership with AXA, a leading global insurance provider. This valuable benefit is available to all...
Co-locate with us!
We have an exciting opportunity for businesses in Herefordshire and Worcestershire to utilise some space in our Worcestershire office, at Warndon Business Park, WR4 9NE. Our new flexible working arrangements, have freed up some space in our office, that we would like...
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Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Affinity Social Media Marketing Marketing Consultant for local businesses. APS Space Kidderminster Limited Operating a Regus Franchise – Serviced / Flexible Office Lettings. EA-Optimised...
Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Affinity Social Media Marketing Marketing Consultant for local businesses. APS Space Kidderminster Limited Operating a Regus Franchise – Serviced / Flexible Office Lettings. EA-Optimised...
Policy News
UK calls for greater global ambition as UN report concludes the planet has warmed more than previously estimated
The UK is calling for urgent global action in response to a UN report published yesterday (9 August) on the science of climate change, that says the planet has warmed more than previously estimated. This latest report published by the Intergovernmental Panel on...
Retraining essential as 1 in 5 firms consider redundancies post-furlough
The BCC has called for government to extend skills training as new research showed nearly 1 in 5 companies are considering staff redundancies as the next phase of furlough tapering begins. With older workers much more likely to still be on furlough, there is...
Skills News
Digital Mock Mediation, 12 March 2021, 10:00-13:00
Mock mediation, 12 March, 10:00-13:00 BOOK HERE: https://obs.acas.org.uk/ViewEvent.aspx?EventId=203855 Delivered via Zoom, this 3 hour event will help you understand what mediation is, how it works and when it is appropriate to use. In response to the current...
College group seeks industry leaders to influence skills delivery
Industry leaders are being given the chance to influence a leading college group to ensure it is delivering the skills required to support the present and future economy. WCG (formerly Warwickshire College Group) has seven colleges across Warwickshire and...
Charity News
Sign our petition and make a difference to those suffering from brain tumours
Brain Tumour Research has launched a petition calling on the Government to ring-fence £110 million of current and new funding to kick-start an increase in the national investment in brain tumour research to £35 million a year by 2028. Brain tumours kills more children...
Hospice to celebrate ‘incredible’ volunteers
Worcestershire’s St Richard’s Hospice will be celebrating the tireless support of hundreds of volunteers over the next week. (1 – 7th June) During Volunteers’ Week from June 1st to 7th, the hospice will join thousands of charities and voluntary organisations...
US Still A Land Of Opportunity For UK Business
Supply chain security, trade deals, tariffs and planning permission were the big issues during the BCC’s 5-day mission to the US to promote business and investment. Director General, Shevaun Haviland’s, trip was organised ahead of the US elections as issues around...
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US Still A Land Of Opportunity For UK Business
Supply chain security, trade deals, tariffs and planning permission were the big issues during the BCC’s 5-day mission to the US to promote business and investment. Director General, Shevaun Haviland’s, trip was organised ahead of the US elections as issues around...
Worcestershire News
THE LYGON ARMS NAMED AS THE COTSWOLDS BEST HOTEL OF THE YEAR 2023
With Christmas lights adorning the ancient 14th century coaching inn, nestled in the heart of picturesque Broadway, the team will have even more to celebrate this festive season, with the announcement that The Lygon Arms has been voted the ‘Cotswolds Best Hotel of the...
How You Can Help Acorns Be Stronger Together for Local Children and Families this Christmas
Do something amazing this Christmas and help Acorns Children’s Hospice be there for local families who need it most this holiday season. There are lots of ways you can help the charity be stronger together for families caring for children with life limiting and life...
Herefordshire News
Top garden designer picks Wyevale Nurseries’ stock for RHS Malvern Spring Festival
Award-winning garden designer Peter Dowle has chosen plants from Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford to feature in his show garden at RHS Malvern Spring Festival next week – including its new innovative Hedera Algerian Bellecour® (May 11-14, 2023). Multi-gold medallist...
Local lady inspired to join the Home Instead team
Award winning local home care company, Home Instead Hereford, are celebrating the appointment of Deb Evans, a local lady whose personal experience with home care has inspired her to join the Home Instead team. It was after Home Instead cared for her grandmother, that...
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Circet Wireless Limited – Circet Ireland & UK are leading providers to the Telecommunications, Transport Infrastructure and Power Sectors in Ireland and the UK. Design in the Shires – Design in the Shires are an award winning website design &...
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,...
Community lenders ready to support West Midlands business plans for growth in 2025 – BCRS Business Loans
With businesses looking to realise their 2025 growth plans against a complex economic backdrop, community development finance institutions (CDFIs) are primed to offer support, says Stephen Deakin, CEO at BCRS Business Loans. With 2025 now under way, companies will be...
University Stalwart and Wolves Co-Founder Awarded MBE
Mick Donovan, Pro Vice Chancellor Partnerships at the University of Worcester, has been awarded an MBE in the King’s New Year’s Honours. Mick has been recognised for services to inclusion in sport and education. “I am thrilled to receive this award and receive...
Newland Hurst Care Home – Expressions of Interest Invited for the Role of Trustee
The purpose of Newland Hurst is to provide a safe, comfortable and positive environment in which people are free to express their preferences and choose the activities they most enjoy, achieved by offering a high level of support in accessing the facilities they need...
Worcester City Plan Consultation
Residents, local businesses and other stakeholders are being asked for their views on a new plan that sets out the City Council’s ambitions for Worcester over the next five years. The draft City Plan 2025-2030 envisions Worcester as an ambitious, vibrant and welcoming...
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