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Support Local, Give Local – Herefordshire Businesses Come Together to Support New Charitable Fund
Herefordshire Community Foundation (HCF) has launched ‘Business for Good’ – an innovative new charitable fund which is bringing businesses together to drive real change across the county of Herefordshire. Bridie Sullivan, Chief Executive, explains,...
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Support Local, Give Local – Herefordshire Businesses Come Together to Support New Charitable Fund
Herefordshire Community Foundation (HCF) has launched ‘Business for Good’ – an innovative new charitable fund which is bringing businesses together to drive real change across the county of Herefordshire. Bridie Sullivan, Chief Executive, explains,...
Member News
Wasp Nest Removal for Businesses: Protecting Your Workplace Safely and Efficiently
As the warmer months approach, wasp nests can pose a significant risk to businesses, threatening employee safety and customer experience. At PGM Pest Control, we specialise in professional wasp nest removal tailored for commercial properties across Herefordshire and...
Progress is ‘impressive’ on repairs to the Severn Valley Railway’s embankment failure
The Severn Valley Railway reports that significant progress has been made with repairs to its failed embankment at Mor Brook bridge since specialist engineering contractors CML took possession of the site at the beginning of the month. CML has already excavated more...
Patron & Strategic News
DRPG Take on Source to Sea Challenges for Charities
As part of DRPG’s 45th-anniversary celebrations, CEO Dale Parmenter and the groups UK Marketing team are trading their usual workdays for the Source to Sea Challenge, an ambitious adventure designed to reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to giving back....
Building Futures: How Kidderminster College’s Skills for Green Technology Centre is Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce
Kidderminster College’s brand-new Green Technology Centre opened its doors in September 2024 and is already making a significant impact to the local community. During Women in Construction Week, Kidderminster College celebrated the incredible female learners at...
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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Introducing me – Menopause Coach and i-act onliner trainer
I’m Julie, a Registered Nurse with over 35years clinical experience. Currently working in OH and absence management. However, I am now a Certified Menopause Coach offering the Menopause Plan. The plan is completed over 7weeks, looking at different aspects of...
Introducing me – Menopause Coach and i-act onliner trainer
I’m Julie, a Registered Nurse with over 35years clinical experience. Currently working in OH and absence management. However, I am now a Certified Menopause Coach offering the Menopause Plan. The plan is completed over 7weeks, looking at different aspects of...
Policy News
BCC and IBCC Welcome New UK-Israel Trade Negotiations
Commenting on the launch of the negotiations, William Bain, the BCC’s Head of Trade Policy, said: “Business supports these efforts to develop an improved trade agreement with Israel to boost the supply of services between our countries. “There are also...
New Engineering Facilities Unveiled in the Heart of Worcester
Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW College) have celebrated the opening of their new engineering facilities located in the Cathedral building in Worcester. The newly refurbished building was finally able to be officially opened following delays due to the Covid-19...
Skills News
The Low Carbon Economy is an opportunity for your Business
Sustainability Experts is a programme being delivered by Worcestershire Business Central, in conjunction with Shrewsbury Business Consulting, to enable the Worcestershire business community to benefit from the opportunity of Net Zero Carbon.
Celebrating careers education in England
Do you know someone who is devoted to driving great careers guidance for young people? What about an organisation that has been steadfast in helping young people during the pandemic? Or do you know a brilliant young person who themselves has focussed on enhancing...
Charity News
Recruitment duo set for River Severn charity kayak challenge
Two Worcestershire-based recruitment specialists are set to take on a gruelling charity kayak challenge, which they are calling the 777 challenge, which will see them paddling the length of the River Severn over seven days and raising £7,000 for children’s charity New...
Powerful new film shines honest light on children’s hospice care
You’ll never forget that moment. The diagnosis. Everything stops…’ – This is the powerful opening of a brand-new film from Acorns Children’s Hospice that takes you on the moving journey of local families who need the charity’s lifeline care and support. ‘Stronger...
Businesses Feeling the Strain of Inflationary Pressures
Reacting to the latest inflation published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s data underlines the inflationary pressures in the economy right now and the real challenges businesses are...
BCC News
Businesses Feeling the Strain of Inflationary Pressures
Reacting to the latest inflation published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s data underlines the inflationary pressures in the economy right now and the real challenges businesses are...
Worcestershire News
Celebrating Learners’ Achievements at the Guildhall – TDM’s Graduation Ceremony in November 2023
The Development Manager Ltd. (TDM), a West Midlands based training provider, funded by the Deparrment for Education, held its annual graduation ceremony at the Guildhall in Worcester on 6th November. The ceremony saw the 2022-2023 degree apprenticeship,...
Wyre Forest business leaders hail local partnership success
Two Kidderminster business leaders have urged other companies across Wyre Forest to ‘keep it local’ as they mark a unique 16-year partnership. IT solutions provider Minster Micro Computers, and windows experts 5 Star Windows and Conservatories, began their link up in...
Herefordshire News
Family Favourite Lakefest back at Eastnor Castle this August
With only a few months to go until the event, festival-goers are urged to purchase their tickets while they are still available. The popular local festival is taking place on 10th– 13th August and is set to be an amazing weekend. Set in the sublimely picturesque...
Hereford event will take the mystery out of innovation
Businesses from across the Marches are being invited to a free event which will take some of the mystery out of innovation. The Marches Growth Hub and Innovate UK have teamed up to stage the workshop in Hereford next month to give businesses an expert insight into how...
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How do companies retain and secure highly qualified and skilled overseas staff for their business?
If you are a company who employ staff from overseas who are a genuine and strong asset to your business you may be considering retaining them after they have completed their studies or probation period. At Alexandra Kaleniuk Immigration Consulting we are experts in...
Challenging Spring Outlook As Firms Struggle to Bloom
Responding to the Chancellor’s Spring Statement, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today the Chancellor saw a small dip in inflation, however her statement was made against a backdrop of downgraded economic growth for...
Inflation Eases But Volatility Ahead
Reacting to the latest inflation data, published by the ONS this morning, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s data showing the CPI rate slowed to 2.8% in February is good news, but it’s too early to be certain on the...
Celebrating 200 years of railways at the Severn Valley
The Severn Valley Railway has announced two first-class visitors for a special weekend of Railway 200 celebrations in July. The theme of the weekend is ‘Trains through the Ages’, and it would be hard to imagine two guests that represent more different eras of rail...
Improve and demonstrate your cyber security with Cyber Essentials certification
Most cyber attacks are indiscriminate, which makes everyone a target. There are nearly 5.5 million micro and small organisations (less than 50 employees) and these make up the vast majority of businesses in the UK (over 99%). Although many do not see their business or...
Significant Concerns Remain over Employment Rights Bill
Ahead of the second reading of the Employment Rights Bill in the House of Lords this afternoon, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “While the government has consulted with business, and listened to concerns, the...
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