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Trade Strategy Must Support Smaller Exporters
Fewer than one fifth (18%) of micro-exporters (fewer than 10 employees) increased export orders in Q2, with 29% reporting a decrease. By comparison, 29% of large exporters (more than 250 staff) increased their export orders with a fifth (20%) reporting a drop. More...
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Trade Strategy Must Support Smaller Exporters
Fewer than one fifth (18%) of micro-exporters (fewer than 10 employees) increased export orders in Q2, with 29% reporting a decrease. By comparison, 29% of large exporters (more than 250 staff) increased their export orders with a fifth (20%) reporting a drop. More...
Member News
Availability of commercial units at Upper Teme Business Park, Tenbury Wells
Upper Teme Business Park is a transformative development comprising 23 premium commercial units – developed by Chamber members Wayne and Amy Butterfield of Fineranch Ltd. Located adjacent to Kerry’s, at the former Station House site, this project marks a...
3 Traits That Lead The Self-Employed To Success
1. Strong communication skills Clear and effective communication is crucial for self-employed success, whether you’re pitching to customers, networking, or negotiating contracts. Successful individuals can articulate their value proposition and build strong...
Patron & Strategic News
New Strategic Member – Greensafe IT
Greensafe IT specialise in offering secure, sustainable and environmentally responsible IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) and lifecycle services. Their goal; to help businesses efficiently manage their IT estates from cradle to grave; ensuring full data security and...
Daley Jones Takes on New Role at Hoople Group
Hoople Group are pleased to announce that Daley Jones is taking on a new role at the company, as Head of Learning & Business Development. Daley has many years’ experience in the training and education sector, and will continue to lead Hoople’s Training Team and...
Chamber News
New ‘Rail Trails’ Design Project Begins
A new collaboration to help develop a set of ‘Rail Trails’ in the region has begun between the Worcestershire Community Rail Partnership, the Worcester Ramblers and a University of Worcester academic. The trails are walking routes that link railway...
£16m Surgical Hub Moves A Step Closer For Hereford Hospital
A new £16 million Elective Surgical Hub at Hereford County Hospital has moved another step closer with the design now submitted for planning approval. Designed by ADP Architects and project managed by Currie & Brown, the government-backed scheme is one of over 50...
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Introduction to Catherine Every – Pippin Copywriting
Pippin Copywriting Ltd is one of the latest businesses to join the Chamber. The company is run by Catherine Every, a B2B copywriter with nearly 20 years’ experience. She says: “I work with business owners and marketing teams who have a really good story to tell and...
Introduction to Catherine Every – Pippin Copywriting
Pippin Copywriting Ltd is one of the latest businesses to join the Chamber. The company is run by Catherine Every, a B2B copywriter with nearly 20 years’ experience. She says: “I work with business owners and marketing teams who have a really good story to tell and...
Policy News
Take part in our Salary and Benefits Survey 2021-22
Working in partnership with Hewett Recruitment, the Chamber have launched their annual Salary & Benefits Survey. To take part, click here. The final report will benchmark the salaries and benefits that businesses offer across the two counties to attract and retain...
Institute for Fiscal Studies release report investigating employment patterns for over 50’s
The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) have released a new report entitled “Changing patterns of work at older ages”. In the report, they provide fresh evidence on the nature of paid work at older ages, how employment patterns differ for people in different...
Skills News
Employment lawyer issues IR35 alert to Worcestershire firms
A leading Worcestershire employment lawyer has warned the county’s private sector businesses to be fully prepared ahead of sweeping changes to rules on using contractors. The alert has been issued by Sally Morris, Partner and Head of Employment at law firm mfg...
Herefordshire to be home to UK’s leading centre of excellence in cyber security
Herefordshire Council Leader David Hitchiner and Herefordshire Enterprise Zone Chairman Andrew Manning Cox were given an update of the Cyber Quarter – Midlands Centre, a £9m state-of-the-art hub for Cyber Security. The centre is a joint venture between the University...
Charity News
Wear A Christmas Hat Day 2022 for Brain Tumour Research
‘Tis the season to help find a cure! Businesses can now register for Brain Tumour Research’s ‘Wear A Christmas Hat Day’. Businesses are encouraged to help raise awareness and raise funds by wearing a festive hat on Friday 16th December....
Mulled Wine Anyone? Charity Networking Event Friday 2nd December 4-7pm at Kingsway House
The next charity networking event is in aid of the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust https://www.gkcct.org/ and will take place on Friday 2nd December from 4 pm until 7 pm. Kingsway House will be looking extra fabulous with lanterns and twinkling lights and you will...
Business Manifesto Outlines 5-point Action Plan
A five-point plan for immediate action by the new government is at heart of the British Chambers of Commerce Election Manifesto published today. The BCC wants to see: An Industrial Strategy with green innovation at its heart. Better skills planning,...
BCC News
Business Manifesto Outlines 5-point Action Plan
A five-point plan for immediate action by the new government is at heart of the British Chambers of Commerce Election Manifesto published today. The BCC wants to see: An Industrial Strategy with green innovation at its heart. Better skills planning,...
Worcestershire News
Rare Opportunity in Worcester as Purpose-Built Student Accommodation Building Comes on the Market
Investors can take advantage of a rare opportunity in Worcester as a purpose-built student accommodation building which is already fully let for the next academic year comes on the market. Leading property consultancy Fisher German is marketing Court Mews – a...
Unlocking Success: Join Real World Consultancy for a Focus Zone day
Real World Consultancy (RWC), a multi award-winning, forward-thinking business coaching company based in Worcestershire dedicated to driving growth and empowerment within the local business community, is excited to announce its upcoming event aimed at igniting the...
Herefordshire News
Beauty and the Beast Dementia Friendly Performance
This Christmas, audiences living with Dementia can enjoy a beast of a show in The Courtyard’s Dementia Friendly Performance of annual pantomime, Beauty and the Beast. After Beauty finds herself imprisoned by a mysterious beast in an enchanted castle, there is little...
Funding fears for projects supporting vulnerable young people and the unemployed
Major concerns have been raised over the future funding of projects in Herefordshire which support young people not in education or employment. The IN2 Training programme has helped hundreds of young people from across the county, aged 15-24, who are not in education,...
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Independent Worcestershire Hotel Celebrates 10 Years of Welcoming Guests to Worcestershire
Hogarths Stone Manor Hotel, a family-run independent hotel conveniently located in the heart of Worcestershire, is proud to celebrate its 10th anniversary. Over the past decade, the hotel has become a respected destination for travellers seeking comfort, quality, and...
Firms Face Increasing Cyber Security Risk
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is warning that businesses face increased cyber security risks without stronger engagement with government. Among the recommendations in a new report published today, the BCC is calling for ministers to: • Carry out a cyber...
Syndicated Interview with Cast Member Alasdair Baker.
Dial M For Mayhem Syndicated interview with cast member Alasdair Baker. Tell us a little about yourself? I originally trained as a singer at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, and worked as a professional singer for a few years. I then drifted into teaching and...
Supporters Rally Round after the Severn Valley Railway Suffers Devastating Landslip
As investigations continue into a devastating landslip on its line, the Severn Valley Railway has released dramatic new images of the damage caused and has paid tribute to the hundreds of people who’ve already made donations to help it pay for remedial work. The...
Leading property consultancy announces senior Worcester appointment
A leading property consultancy has announced a senior appointment at its Worcester office as the firm continues to strengthen its presence across the Midlands. Fisher German has welcomed Will Kerton as a new Partner in the firm’s rural and residential team. Will, who...
11.5 million File Self Assessment by 31 January Deadline
GOV.UK summary: Millions of taxpayers filed their Self Assessment tax return for the 2023 to 2024 tax year by the deadline. More than 11.5 million taxpayers filed their Self Assessment tax return by midnight on 31 January. 36% of tax returns were filed online. 53% of...
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