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Bespoke- Advice Builds on National Success with Local Apprenticeship and Wellbeing Awards
Worcester-based Chartered financial planning firm and certified B Corp, Bespoke- Advice Ltd, has added two more accolades to its growing list of honours, being named Small Apprentice Employer of the Year at the Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards 2025, and Highly...
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Bespoke- Advice Builds on National Success with Local Apprenticeship and Wellbeing Awards
Worcester-based Chartered financial planning firm and certified B Corp, Bespoke- Advice Ltd, has added two more accolades to its growing list of honours, being named Small Apprentice Employer of the Year at the Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards 2025, and Highly...
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Maylite Trading Estate welcomes RD Physio
We’re absolutely delighted to welcome RD Physio to Maylite Trading Estate in Martley! Previously based in Worcester, Radu has signed a 9-year lease with us and has transformed his new unit into a modern physiotherapy clinic — complete with state-of-the-art equipment,...
Mental Elf 2025 Kidderminster
About this event Holiday • Christmas Held at the stunning Bodenham Arboretum in Kidderminster, this event isn’t just about raising funds, it’s about bringing our community together and shining a light on the importance of mental health and wellbeing, especially during...
Patron & Strategic News
Venues ordered to prepare following new terrorism law
Venue owners and operators are being urged to prepare for new terrorism laws being introduced following the devastating Manchester Arena bombings and ever-growing threat of terror attacks. The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, otherwise known as ‘Martyn’s...
How to Choose the Best Accountants Service for Your Business Needs
Choosing the right accountant isn’t just about ticking boxes, it’s about finding a trusted partner who can help you grow, stay compliant and make smarter financial decisions. In our latest article, we explore what to look for when selecting an accountant, including: ·...
Chamber News
Sustaining Your Success by Staying Out of the Traps of Poverty and Rigidity
The conventional growth curve for the organizational life cycle is an S-curve. Using this businesses risk becoming stuck as bureaucratic institutions, which are highly likely to fail in the face of crises, such as war or pandemics, or on encountering changes in their...
Business Roundup – November 2022
I’ve recently highlighted the measures some companies and organisations are taking to help their staff mitigate the significant cost of living increases we are all seeing. It’s also pleasing to see action being taken at local council level. The government’s...
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Introduction To Martin Hill – Sandler West Midlands:
Sandler works with businesses who may be frustrated at their growth Concerned that it’s so difficult to generate new leads or close business Worried that they waste time talking to the wrong people or having to discount to win business? We’re a sales, management and...
Introduction To Martin Hill – Sandler West Midlands:
Sandler works with businesses who may be frustrated at their growth Concerned that it’s so difficult to generate new leads or close business Worried that they waste time talking to the wrong people or having to discount to win business? We’re a sales, management and...
Policy News
Government set out new UK subsidy control regime
Last Wednesday (30 June) the Government’s Subsidy Control Bill was introduced to Parliament. It set out the Government’s legislative proposal for a new UK subsidy control regime now that the UK has left the EU. The regime will enable public authorities, including...
PM raises hopes for freedom day
Boris Johnson has set out government plans to lift the remaining Covid restrictions in England. The prime minister said he hoped most legal restrictions and guidance in England – in place to stop the spread of the virus – would be removed from 19 July.
Skills News
Fellowship awarded to popular local businessman and Chair of WLEP
As part of this year’s graduation ceremonies, Mark Stansfeld, local entrepreneur and Chair of the Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (WLEP), was named a Fellow of the University of Worcester following his outstanding work and over 30 years’ experience in his...
Give As You Live named Small Apprenticeship Employer of the Year
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate its category winner in the Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards 2019, Give As You Live. Give As You Live provides an innovative way for consumers to raise money for charity in the UK,...
Charity News
Vamos Theatre opens its doors for a special day of play
Vamos Theatre, the award-winning full mask theatre company based in Worcester, is inviting non-theatre professionals to join in a unique workshop – one that’s for everyone who’s interested in theatre. Renowned for its ground-breaking, non-verbal performance style,...
Lifesaving charity Arrive Alive becomes charity of the year with Johnsons Coaches for 2023
Established in 1909 family business Johnsons Coaches has become one of the most well respected coach companies within the UK, winning multiple awards for its service and core values. With community and the service at the forefront of their business they have supported...
Cool Heads Needed As Manufacturing Exporters Fear Tariff Impact
New research by the BCC’s Insights Unit has uncovered the extent to which firms are worried about the impact of US tariffs on their operations. The survey of more than 1,200 firms, of which over 260 were manufacturing exporters, was carried out between Monday 20...
BCC News
Cool Heads Needed As Manufacturing Exporters Fear Tariff Impact
New research by the BCC’s Insights Unit has uncovered the extent to which firms are worried about the impact of US tariffs on their operations. The survey of more than 1,200 firms, of which over 260 were manufacturing exporters, was carried out between Monday 20...
Worcestershire News
St Richard’s Hospice signs up to The Charity Shop Gift Card
Worcestershire’s St Richard’s Hospice is now accepting The Charity Shop Gift Card in its stores — the only nationally accepted, multi-retailer gift card that can be spent exclusively in charity shops. The Charity Shop Gift Card is a not-for-profit that has been...
Bringing Workwear & Promotional Products to the Chamber!
Alfabet Corporatewear was formed a little under three years ago, and has gone from strength to strength in building our reputation as a leading supplier of Workwear, Uniform, PPE & Promotional goods in the Worcestershire area. Purely made up as a family run...
Herefordshire News
Herefordshire businesses make forces pledge at jobs fair
A pledge to support service veterans as they make their way in civilian life was signed by a host of employers at a jobs fair in Hereford. Seven businesses signed the Armed Forces Covenant during the jobs fair at The Green Dragon Hotel, which was hosted by supported...
Business Resilience – Take Steps To Increase Yours With The Cyber Quarter!
The Cyber Quarter is hosting a business resilience programme, to demonstrate how you can use cyber security to strengthen your business resilience and profitability, part funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). An interactive networking session is...
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Upskill in your career with Herefordshire College’s Skills Bootcamps!
If you are already employed and wishing up upskill in your role, then the college’s flexible skills bootcamps may be suitable for you. Our skills bootcamps are designed to help you upskill and progress in your career, including: Leadership and management Transition...
DRPG Team Completes 200 Mile Source To Sea Challenge
A team from creative communications agency DRPG has completed a 200-mile charity challenge tracing the River Severn from its Welsh source to the Severn Bridge. The four-day Source to Sea Challenge, held this week, marked the company’s 45th anniversary and aimed to...
Consecutive ‘Best Places to Work’ accolades for Brockencote Hall Hotel
A boutique hotel in Kidderminster has been named one of the best places to work in the UK for a second consecutive year by a major hospitality survey. The Caterer Best Places To Work in Hospitality 2025 has released its top 30 operators who are leading the way in...
University Historian Features in School’s Inaugural Annual Lecture
A University of Worcester historian will explore 17th century beliefs in the supernatural as part of a school’s inaugural annual lecture. Professor of Early Modern History, Darren Oldridge, will give a lecture at the event at The King’s School, in Worcester, on May...
Kudos Blends Celebrates 25 Years of Baking Innovation
Cleobury Mortimer, Shropshire – April 2025 Kudos Blends, a global leader in science-driven leavening systems, proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary. Founded in 1999 by entrepreneur Dinnie Jordan, the company has revolutionised baking powder technology with its...
Worcester Recruitment Firm Launches Recruitment Academy
In the image left to right: Lucy Taylor – Recruitment Associate, Ciara Heffernan – Recruitment Associate, Emma Richardson – Managing Director, Lizzie Round – Recruitment Associate Worcestershire based Four Squared Recruitment has proudly...
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