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Trio of new partners join HCR Law
Top 50 UK law firm, HCR Law, has welcomed three new partners across business and private client legal services. The three new partners, Lisa Adams, Joanna Baker and Sean Boucher, are based in the firm’s Wye Valley, Cambridge and Cardiff offices, respectively. These...
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Trio of new partners join HCR Law
Top 50 UK law firm, HCR Law, has welcomed three new partners across business and private client legal services. The three new partners, Lisa Adams, Joanna Baker and Sean Boucher, are based in the firm’s Wye Valley, Cambridge and Cardiff offices, respectively. These...
Member News
One year on – how a charity superstore in Herefordshire has been embraced by their local community
In May 2024, St Michael’s Hospice opened the doors at its brand-new charity superstore in Whitestone Business Park, Hereford. Hundreds flocked to its grand opening and have continued to show their support throughout its first year, with over 160,000 visitors spending...
University Academic to Give Insights in Historical Fiction Discussion
Two writing experts will be sharing their insights on how to turn historical facts into fiction at a special event this week. University of Worcester Lecturer in Creative Writing, Dr Ruth Stacey, and best-selling author Barbara Erskine will take part in a discussion...
Patron & Strategic News
Education Minister Welcomes NMITE Kazakh Visit to the House of Commons
The UK Higher Education minister Baroness Jacqui Smith was on hand to welcome a visit by NMITE and a delegation of mining professionals from Kazakhstan this week in Parliament. The Kazakh delegation has been based at NMITE in Hereford for the last three months, after...
Leading Property Consultancy Predicts Increase in Commercial Property Auctions in 2025
A leading property consultancy is anticipating an increase in online auctions for commercial properties in 2025 after consistently seeing units in areas where stock is low achieve considerably above their guide price. Lauren Allcoat, Senior Associate at Fisher German,...
Chamber News
Chamber’s Quarterly Economic Survey Now Open
Our latest Quarterly Economic Survey is now open. Click here to take part. Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce represents the views of our members to national government, ensuring that the business case drives government policy. A great benefit of...
University Summer School Supports Young People with Transition to Secondary School
Young people from three local schools took part in a summer school hosted by the University of Worcester. The STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics) Summer School, run by the School of Education, was aimed at supporting young people in...
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Introducing Workwear Pro Direct
Workwear Pro Direct are a UK supplier of plain and branded PPE and workwear. They offer a wide range of customisation services from screen print to embroidery and their in house design team are on hand to assist. Clients also have the option to recycle their old...
Introducing Workwear Pro Direct
Workwear Pro Direct are a UK supplier of plain and branded PPE and workwear. They offer a wide range of customisation services from screen print to embroidery and their in house design team are on hand to assist. Clients also have the option to recycle their old...
Policy News
BEIS data reveals take up of Green Homes Grant scheme across the two counties
The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has released data tracking how many installations have been made through the Green Homes Grant voucher scheme. Data provided in the monthly release covers the start of the scheme (30 September 2020)...
Landmark skills training report calls for wide-ranging reboot of UK system
A major new report is calling for a root and branch reform of the UK’s training system to help businesses access the skills they need to boost productivity. The final report from the Workplace Training and Development Commission (WTDC), set up by the British Chambers...
Skills News
Oakland Foundation charity supports South Bromsgrove School
South Bromsgrove High School is overjoyed to have secured sports equipment funding from local Redditch and Bromsgrove children’s charity the Oakland Foundation. Helping to engage and encourage more students to remain active, the Foundation’s funding has helped...
Worcestershire students celebrated at a special awards ceremony
Exceptional students from Evesham, Malvern Hills and Pershore Colleges have been celebrated for their achievements at a special further education awards ceremony recently. Fifty three students studying at the WCG Worcestershire family of colleges were recognised for...
Charity News
Safeguard Medical raises over £5,000 for Mercia Accident Rescue Service
Last Friday saw a successful return of the Prometheus/Safeguard Medical charity Golf Day in aid of Mercia Accident Rescue Services (MARS). MARS is a charity that provides emergency support to the West Midlands Ambulance Service. The charity golf day raises vital...
Call from hospice for volunteers to support families
A Worcestershire hospice is calling for caring and compassionate people to step forward as volunteers and help make a difference to patients or bereaved people when they need it most. St Richard’s Hospice, based in Worcester, is aiming to boost the number of...
COP28: An Overview
COP 28 refers to the United Nations Climate Change Conference, which took place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from 30 November until 12 December 2023. UN Climate Change conferences (or COPs) take place every year, and are the world’s only multilateral...
BCC News
COP28: An Overview
COP 28 refers to the United Nations Climate Change Conference, which took place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from 30 November until 12 December 2023. UN Climate Change conferences (or COPs) take place every year, and are the world’s only multilateral...
Worcestershire News
FUNDING FOR MALVERN TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS SECURES DEVELOPMENT TO ‘MASTER THE MIDDLE MARKET’ OF SMART IN-HOME ENTERTAINMENT DEVICES
HD Connectivity Ltd, an award-winning smart home electronics company trading as HDANYWHERE in Malvern is challenging the US market with its universal control platform, uControl™, which provides a more affordable smart home offering compared to the main players in the...
Expanding Stonemasonry Business to Take on New Space in Worcester
Well-known local family run business, Stonemasons of Worcester is relocating part of its operations to a larger industrial unit in Bromyard Road, Worcester with the support of Worcestershire-based commercial property consultancy and Chartered Surveyors GJS Dillon....
Herefordshire News
Two AA Rosettes Comes to Hay-On-Wye!
Hay-On-Wye, Herefordshire: The Old Black Lion in Hay-On-Wye was awarded Two AA Rosettes for culinary excellence, whilst maintaining Four Star AA rated accommodation on Thursday 4th August 2022. The Old Black Lion is a restaurant and B&B, welcoming guests to stay...
Council Tax Rebates Application Deadline is Approaching
Herefordshire Council is encouraging residents who are eligible but who have not yet been in touch about their Government Energy Rebate to apply online. As part of the Government’s initiative to help households with rising energy costs, there is a one-off £150...
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University of Worcester in Top 10 UK Universities for Sustainability
The University of Worcester has been ranked among the top 10 most sustainable universities in the country. It was also awarded First Class Honours in the latest People & Planet national rankings for the 15th straight year. The University was ranked sixth out of...
GTAccess Shortlisted for Access Rental Company of the Year!
We’re thrilled to announce that GTAccess has been shortlisted for Access Rental Company of the Year at the International Awards for Powered Access (IAPAs). This recognition highlights the hard work, dedication, and excellence of our entire team. The IAPAs are among...
New podcast launches for International Women’s Day ‘Females in their Field’
Women living, working and running businesses in rural areas now have a podcast and support activities focusing on their wellbeing needs and the unique challenges and solutions found when delivering a rural enterprise. Jennifer Barnes and Carrie Orgee have been running...
New faces and new roles at SME Solicitors
SME Solicitors has welcomed two new starters for 2025: Eoin Murphy and Aimée Batsford. Aimée joins the Reception & Document Management team, providing a friendly welcome to clients at our Sansome Walk office. Eoin, a solicitor with over 15 years’ experience,...
Prime Mix Launches New Content Creation Package ‘Pounce’
Worcester based marketing agency, Prime Mix Marketing Ltd, launches Pounce, a new cutting-edge creative content hub designed to elevate marketing strategies with dynamic video content, high-impact photography, and strategic written content – all integrated into one...
Celebrating 10 Years of the Family Business Practice with St. Richard’s Hospice Partnership
Peter Roper, founder of the Family Business Practice, is proud to announce a series of special events in 2025 to celebrate a decade of helping family businesses thrive across the UK. In partnership with St. Richard’s Hospice, four exclusive events will offer valuable...
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