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Bromsgrove law firm raises over £1,600 for local charity

Bromsgrove law firm raises over £1,600 for local charity

Bromsgrove law firm mfg Solicitors has donated a total of £1,605.50 for local support charity the Rose & Daisy Foundation. Staff at the High Street firm raised £605.50 over the past year through a number of activities and events, including completing 10,318...

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Bromsgrove law firm raises over £1,600 for local charity

Bromsgrove law firm mfg Solicitors has donated a total of £1,605.50 for local support charity the Rose & Daisy Foundation. Staff at the High Street firm raised £605.50 over the past year through a number of activities and events, including completing 10,318...

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Member News

Journals created by stocktake

Journals created by stocktake

The journals created by conducting a stock take are a bit unusual from the normal journals that deal with stock. Most ERP and accounting systems now create journals when items are moved. Receiving stock from a supplier it will debit, or increase the inventory amount....

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Patron & Strategic News

PAYROLLING BENEFITS IN KIND

PAYROLLING BENEFITS IN KIND

From April 2027, all Benefits in Kind (BiKs) will need to be payrolled in real time. In our latest article, we break down what the new rules mean, how to manage the transitional year, and why early action is essential to avoid disruption later. Our advice is don’t...

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Chamber News

Increased Export Volatility Ahead Of Tariffs

Increased Export Volatility Ahead Of Tariffs

Only a fifth (21%) of SME exporters saw increased overseas sales in Q1 of 2025 More than a quarter (27%) said their exports had declined with over half (53%) seeing no change Advanced orders fared no better, as 20% saw these rise while 28% reported a decline The Trade...

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Women In Business Network Joins H&W CoC!

What is WIBN? WIBN membership is for business women who own SME businesses, are self-employed or work as professional service providers for small businesses. WIBN’s purpose is to create communities of business women who build strong business relationships. Members...

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Women In Business Network Joins H&W CoC!

Women In Business Network Joins H&W CoC!

What is WIBN? WIBN membership is for business women who own SME businesses, are self-employed or work as professional service providers for small businesses. WIBN’s purpose is to create communities of business women who build strong business relationships. Members...

Policy News

Side Hustlers Urged to get Tax Returns Sorted Now

Side Hustlers Urged to get Tax Returns Sorted Now

If you earn more than £1,000 from additional income, you may need to register for Self Assessment Filing now means you will know your tax situation sooner and can spread payments over time HMRC’s digital services make filing quick and easy Anyone earning extra...

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Shape Worcestershire: Help Shape the Future of Local Councils

Shape Worcestershire: Help Shape the Future of Local Councils

A major consultation is underway to decide how Worcestershire’s local government could be reshaped. Shape Worcestershire invites all residents to share their views on how council services should be delivered in the future. What’s Changing? Currently, Worcestershire...

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Skills News

81-year-old University Student set to Graduate Next Week

81-year-old University Student set to Graduate Next Week

An 81-year-old student is set to graduate from the University of Worcester next week. Wendy Hill, from Ledbury, is among those graduating on Tuesday (March 4) after completing a Master of Research degree. “My message to other mature people who feel the need to achieve...

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Charity News

Business Still Sceptical On Employment Rights Bill

Business Still Sceptical On Employment Rights Bill

One third (33%) of businesses, in a BCC survey, think the current trade union proposals in the Employment Rights Bill would have a negative impact Only 2% of these firms think these proposals would be positive 79% of firms don’t feel the impact of new government...

BCC News

Business Still Sceptical On Employment Rights Bill

One third (33%) of businesses, in a BCC survey, think the current trade union proposals in the Employment Rights Bill would have a negative impact Only 2% of these firms think these proposals would be positive 79% of firms don’t feel the impact of new government...

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Worcestershire News

Severn Valley Railway helps local aid charity

Severn Valley Railway helps local aid charity

The Severn Valley Railway’s paint shop at Bridgnorth had an unusual visitor recently, in the form of a Mitsubishi 4×4 pickup. The SVR was assisting a local charity, Wyre Forest 2 Ukraine, with their efforts in sending humanitarian aid to Ukraine. The charity...

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Herefordshire News

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ONE welcomes Joel Pearson to the Board

ONE welcomes Joel Pearson to the Board

Multi-disciplinary design company, ONE Creative environments (ONE), has announced the appointment of Joel Pearson to their Board of Directors. ONE, which has a Worcester HQ and offices in Birmingham, London and Cardiff is currently celebrating 50 years in business....

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SME Exporters Hit By New US Customs Charges

SME Exporters Hit By New US Customs Charges

Responding to President Trump’s decision to charge import duties for low value goods entering the US, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said:    “This development has been coming for several months but is still a major blow to UK exporters to the US. Smaller firms...

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Small Business Plan ‘Important Step Forward’

Small Business Plan ‘Important Step Forward’

Responding to the launch of the Government’s Small Business Plan, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy at the BCC, said: “This is a much-needed step forward in recognition and support for SMEs, which are the backbone of the UK economy. Late payments, access to finance and...

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University a Finalist in National Sustainability Awards

University a Finalist in National Sustainability Awards

The University of Worcester has been shortlisted for a national sustainability award, recognising its efforts to encourage biodiversity and support nature on campus. It has been named a finalist in the Nature Positive category of the Green Gown Awards for improving...

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National Podcast Explores the Story Behind the Hive

National Podcast Explores the Story Behind the Hive

The Hive, Worcester’s iconic library, was the subject of discussion on a national podcast examining the importance of libraries and librarians. Campus, the podcast from Times Higher Education, explores the most pressing issues in global high education. In this...

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