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Oakchurch Farm Shop and Community Power Join Forces
Community Power has announced a new partnership with Oakchurch Farm Shop that will help provide fresh produce for thousands of meals at Lee’s Place, the charity’s hot food hub supporting people experiencing homelessness in Herefordshire. Lee’s Place, located in...
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Oakchurch Farm Shop and Community Power Join Forces
Community Power has announced a new partnership with Oakchurch Farm Shop that will help provide fresh produce for thousands of meals at Lee’s Place, the charity’s hot food hub supporting people experiencing homelessness in Herefordshire. Lee’s Place, located in...
Member News
OCM celebrates National Apprenticeship Week by recognising warehouse apprentice Nathan
OCM is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week by highlighting the progress of its Warehouse Apprentice, Nathan Greaves, and reinforcing its commitment to responsible e-waste management and secure IT disposal. CAPTION: L-R: Zoe Doherty from Nova Training, Nathan...
Leading Scholars to Share Cutting-Edge Ideas in Worcester Public Lectures
A new series of public lectures will bring leading academic experts to Worcester, offering fresh perspectives on some of the most fascinating questions in their fields. Launching in February, The Engine Room series, hosted by the University of Worcester, will invite...
Patron & Strategic News
Regional Employers Eager to Snap Up University Talent
Dozens of regional employers gathered at the University of Worcester’s Careers Fair to connect with students and scout future graduate talent. Held on campus by the University’s Business School, hundreds of students were able to meet representatives from companies...
West Midlands employers honoured with top Defence award for Armed Forces support
Nineteen organisations from across the West Midlands region have been recognised with the Ministry of Defence’s highest Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) honour – the Gold Award – for their outstanding commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community. The...
Chamber News
Business Round-Up
When I meet with members, I am often asked how a Member business can increase their profile – hopefully to build a wider network and attract new business. There is no quick answer and it’s often a tailored activity. I always suggest it’s about good networking,...
Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Brockencote Hall Hotel Limited – Brockencote Hall Hotel, Worcestershire, is a beautiful Victorian country manor house hotel set in 70 acres of stunning Worcestershire parkland. CKLD Ltd (Craig Kershaw...
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Welcome New Members – KGL Financial Planning!
KGL Financial Planning appreciate that you are unique, with your own financial ideals, which is why we will tailor the services and recommendations that we make specifically to meet your needs. Based on our core values and excellence of service, we will provide you...
Welcome New Members – KGL Financial Planning!
KGL Financial Planning appreciate that you are unique, with your own financial ideals, which is why we will tailor the services and recommendations that we make specifically to meet your needs. Based on our core values and excellence of service, we will provide you...
Policy News
Government’s Innovation Strategy aims to boost UK productivity
On 22 July, the government published their Innovation Strategy. The strategy aims to boost private sector investment in R&D across the whole of the UK and make the UK a global hub for innovation. The strategy consists of plans in four areas, which will support the...
Numbers on furlough fall to lowest level since start of pandemic
Figures published yesterday (29 July) show the fewest number of people on furlough since the scheme launched in March 2020, down from a peak of nearly nine million at the height of the pandemic in May last year. 1.9 million people remained on the scheme by the end of...
Skills News
Discover! Creative Careers week
Discover! Creative Careers is a programme which entails employers from creative industries, opening their doors to young students, to inspire and inform the next generation of workers. Blue Print Direct Mail took part in the Discover! Creative Careers Week, on...
Chamber recognised with Bronze Award in ERS
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that it has been presented with the Bronze Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. Organisations that are recognised with the Bronze Award pledge to support the Armed Forces...
Charity News
Over £30,000 raised for St Michael’s Hospice during RUN Hereford
Hundreds of runners descended on Hereford for one of the city’s largest multi-distance running events. In bright sunshine, more than 600 runners took part in Sunday’s RUN Hereford at the city’s Livestock Market, competing in either a 5K, 10K or Half Marathon....
Wildgoose Rural Training have been shortlisted to receive funding from the People’s Project
Wildgoose Rural Training are delighted to have been shortlisted to receive funding from the People’s Project. Five projects in the west midlands have been shortlisted and a short film will be shown about each project on ITV Central news between Monday 15th and...
Pace of Immigration Changes Must Work for Business
Responding to the publication of the Immigration White Paper, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy, at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses are keen to unlock more home-grown talent and will welcome the broad direction of travel in today’s White...
BCC News
Pace of Immigration Changes Must Work for Business
Responding to the publication of the Immigration White Paper, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy, at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses are keen to unlock more home-grown talent and will welcome the broad direction of travel in today’s White...
Worcestershire News
Unveiling the Ultimate Business Festival, BizFest: Join Real World Consultancy at the Royal Porcelain Works
Real World Consultancy (RWC) the Worcestershire-based award-winning business coaching company renowned for its commitment to empowering entrepreneurs and fostering business growth, is thrilled to announce a spectacular event that promises to transform the way you...
Strategies to help you overcome the impact of shorter nights
As the seasons shift and the sun starts to set earlier, many of us find ourselves grappling with the challenges of shorter nights. The decreased amount of darkness can have various effects on our physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing, however by adopting certain...
Herefordshire News
Herefordshire Council would like to hear from you about how we can improve health and wellbeing in Herefordshire.
Herefordshire Council are working with health services and other organisations to develop a strategy and actions to improve health and wellbeing in the county over the next 10 years. If you live or work in Herefordshire, they would like to hear from you about the...
Prometheus Medical still have places available on their FREC 3 course
Prometheus Medical have a FREC 3 course running next week and there are a few spaces available. This course exceeds “First Aid” and will take your skills to “First Responder” level, meaning you will have an enhanced level of medical capability to deal with a casualty...
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Heritage headboards for the Severn Valley Railway’s brand-new Christmas experiences
Things have taken on an early festive flavour at the Severn Valley Railway’s paint shop in Bridgnorth, where production is underway on specially commissioned headboards for two brand-new Christmas experiences at the popular heritage attraction. Volunteer Bernard Green...
Graduate’s Debut Novel Shines Light on Care Sector
A novel written by a University of Worcester graduate has gone on sale through a national book retailer. Best Before: The Short Shelf Life, is the first novel published by Trudi Holland, who writes under the pen name DD Holland. It is a social comedy exploring life...
From Hereford to Mongolia
From Hereford to Mongolia: An Extraordinary Journey of Healing, Nature, and Adventure From the heart of Hereford to the wild rivers of Mongolia, my journey has been anything but ordinary. As part of the first British group to navigate the remote Delgermörön River, I...
Team Building Through Board Games: A Different Kind of Collaboration
Having a team that works well together is key to a successful business. A team needs to be able to communicate clearly, overcome obstacles, plan for the future, and react to unexpected obstacles. These are all skills that board games can teach. Many modern board games...
We’re delighted to welcome Jason Chaplin as the new Head of Commercial at DRG
With over three decades of industry experience, Jason brings exceptional depth in commercial strategy, quantity surveying, and client delivery across a broad range of sectors. Jason’s career is a masterclass in progression through skill, leadership, and hands-on...
Business Direction launches bold new look
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has unveiled the brand-new, fully revamped Business Direction magazine — alongside the launch of its first dedicated website, marking a new era for the region’s leading business publication. The relaunch comes...
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