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Christmas at Côte
Messy, merry, meaningful – just like Christmas should be. New traditions start here Leave the wonky tree and the washing up at home, Christmas is at ours this year. Whether you’re planning a proper knees-up with the team or a fizz-fuelled feast with family, we’ve got...
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Christmas at Côte
Messy, merry, meaningful – just like Christmas should be. New traditions start here Leave the wonky tree and the washing up at home, Christmas is at ours this year. Whether you’re planning a proper knees-up with the team or a fizz-fuelled feast with family, we’ve got...
Member News
More attractions added to SVR’s Railway 200: Trains Through the Ages event
Two narrow-gauge locomotives will join the line-up for the Severn Valley Railway’s Railway 200: Trains through the Ages event, which takes place on 5 and 6 July. ‘Chaloner’ from the Leighton Buzzard Railway will appear alongside ‘Holy War’ from the Bala Lake Railway....
Former Worcester Student Hopes to Help GB Paintball to Global Success
A former Worcester student has a plan to get the national paintball squad to the top of global competition. Alex Dowson graduated from the University of Worcester in 2016 after completing his degree in Sports and Exercise Science, and is now assembling a team of...
Patron & Strategic News
Why Electricians need to be so skilled, and why learning doesn’t stop after qualifying.
At PAT-MAN 24/7 LTD we are constantly striving for excellence, to be at the top of our game we need to continually upgrade our skills, qualifications and knowledge in the newest energy trends. Did you know the electrical industry is constantly evolving? driven by...
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...
Chamber News
Inflation falls again to 7.9%
The UK’s rate of inflation dropped to 7.9% in the year to June, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Inflation is now at its lowest for more than a year, after several months of being stuck around the same level. The Office for National...
Chair’s Report
I would like to reflect on the efforts that the Chamber makes to support our members in the field of International Trade. While only 10% in total of UK business export, 60% of Chamber members operate in global markets – making the local Chambers and the British...
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Meet The Team – D & G Security Systems
At D&G Security Systems Ltd we are dedicated to offering a personal service to domestic and commercial clients, both locally and nationally. We are insurance approved, SSAIB registered and police compliant. All our staff are DBS inspected. We install and maintain...
Meet The Team – D & G Security Systems
At D&G Security Systems Ltd we are dedicated to offering a personal service to domestic and commercial clients, both locally and nationally. We are insurance approved, SSAIB registered and police compliant. All our staff are DBS inspected. We install and maintain...
Policy News
New Survey Invites Opinions on Proposals for Redditch DMIC
Redditch Borough Council have commissioned SQW to carry out a survey to help inform the development of the Redditch Digital Manufacturing and Innovation Centre (DMIC). As a key part of Redditch’s Town Investment Plan, the DMIC aims to become a focal point for...
Will you be levelled by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund?
Much will have been heard about “Levelling Up” The government say it’s their central mission to level up the whole of the United Kingdom and this can take many forms. This revolves around levelling up opportunity and prosperity and overcoming deep-seated geographical...
Skills News
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:
Careers helpline remains open to young people in Worcestershire
Schools and colleges may be closed, but the careers helpline set up to support young people during the pandemic remains open to young people in Worcestershire. Run by Worcestershire County Council and Worcestershire LEP, the joint careers helpline is continuing to...
Charity News
Messy Runner debut raises nearly £30K for St Michael’s
One of Hereford’s messiest ever events is expected to raise almost £30,000 for St Michael’s Hospice. The first-ever Messy Runner sold out days before the event at the city’s King George V playing fields on Saturday (June 17th). Over a thousand people of all ages...
Worcestershire Breast Unit welcomes metastatic Kate Nurse
The Worcestershire Breast Unit Haven charity, the only breast cancer charity in Worcestershire, has announced that it is funding a newly created nursing role caring specifically for patients in Worcestershire with stage 4 breast cancer. This nurse is being funded for...
Vacancies Still Falling As Wages Rise
Reacting to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “There are clear signs of a further loosening in the labour market with fewer vacancies, although they remain just...
BCC News
Vacancies Still Falling As Wages Rise
Reacting to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “There are clear signs of a further loosening in the labour market with fewer vacancies, although they remain just...
Worcestershire News
The Iconic St Michael’s Hospice Santa Run has Sold-out
An iconic pre-Christmas sight is set to bring festive cheer to the streets of Hereford. St Michael’s Hospice has confirmed its ever-popular Santa Run, taking place on Sunday 17th December, has sold-out with around 300 signed up. All ages don Santa suits and choose...
Property Consultancy Supports Engineering Company to Double in Size
An engineering company is set to double in size after signing a lease on a new premises in Worcester. Sierra CP Engineering Ltd, which designs and builds world-class engine and vehicle test facilities, is set to move to Worcester Six Business Park in spring 2024 after...
Herefordshire News
Rotherwood Honoured with Four ‘Top 20 Awards’ with carehome.co.uk.
Rotherwood Healthcare has celebrated receiving a ‘Top 20 Care Home Group’ Award with carehome.co.uk, whilst its care homes in Herefordshire and Worcestershire: Dorset House, Gwen Walford and Kington Court received ‘Top 20 Awards’, positioning them in the top twenty...
Apprenticeships at REHAU
Herefordshire-based REHAU UK has a long history of apprenticeships which extend across its manufacturing sites in Blaenau Ffestiniog, Runcorn and Heathrow, as well as a number of sales offices across the UK. CEO, Martin Hitchin said: “To succeed as a premium supplier,...
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Fresh Upheaval As Car Tariffs Announced
Reacting to the planned introduction of an extra 25 percent tariff on UK exports of cars and other automotives to the United States, William Bain, BCC Head of Trade Policy, said: “Businesses were already looking with trepidation towards next week’s planned...
Melbourne to Midlands: Global Talent Exchange Powers Accounting Innovation
L-R: Andy Bewick – Corporate and International Partner Ballards LLP, Tom Roscrow Audit and Accounts Senior Ashfords Accountants In recent times there has been a shift in employees wanting to advance in their careers and have employee benefits that suit their...
Nurture your workforce in Herefordshire nature
As new legislation makes employing people more expensive than ever, getting the best out of employees – and holding on to them – is vital. Companies must nurture people and promote camaraderie and enjoyment at work. In the endeavour to motivate and retain...
BuzzGen’s Personal Development Philosophy
Personal development is essential for a company’s growth, and, naturally, it should align with the company’s needs and goals. Why limit it to that? At BuzzGen, we encourage our employees to take charge of their own development and pursue any new skills they are...
Industry Trailblazers Unite To Talk Neurodiversity!
Last week was Neurodiversity Celebration Week – a chance to reflect on prejudices and assumptions surrounding individuals with atypical minds. To celebrate, Adapt-IT brought together some of the accessibility worlds leading figureheads (Emma Philpott MBE, Chris...
New College Worcester Receives £18,500 from the National Lottery Community Fund for New Outdoor Play Equipment
New College Worcester (NCW) is delighted to announce that it has been awarded £18,500 from the National Lottery Community Fund to fund the installation of new outdoor play equipment for its students. This generous funding will enhance the college’s outdoor spaces and...
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