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Menopause in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Be Aware of in 2026
Awareness of menopause in the workplace has grown significantly in recent years, and with that has come increased expectations on employers. For many businesses, this is still a relatively new area to navigate. However, it is becoming increasingly important from both...
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Menopause in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Be Aware of in 2026
Awareness of menopause in the workplace has grown significantly in recent years, and with that has come increased expectations on employers. For many businesses, this is still a relatively new area to navigate. However, it is becoming increasingly important from both...
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University of Worcester Students and Staff Nominated for Prestigious Nursing Honours
Four students and a member of staff from the University of Worcester have all been shortlisted for prestigious honours in the latest Student Nursing Times Awards. The awards are widely regarded as one of the highest accolades available to student nurses, educators and...
Wackadoo! Visit Bluey at the Severn Valley Railway this March
The Severn Valley Railway is all set for family fun in March, with appearances from the energetic and much-loved TV character Bluey on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 March. Families can take an exciting heritage train ride out to The Engine House, Highley, see Bluey and...
Patron & Strategic News
Can you step up for Midwives this November and make every mile a moment that matters
Did you know one Community Midwife travels over 345 miles every month caring for newborn babies and their families? This November, Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity is calling on our amazing local business community to get moving and to try and match those miles...
Graduates’ Film Impresses on Global Stage with Festival Award
Two University of Worcester graduates are celebrating an unexpected triumph after winning an award at a global film festival, despite not actually entering the competition. Ben Monk and Joshua Prior, both Film Production graduates, won Best UK Short Film / Featurette...
Chamber News
Upcoming COP27 Conference Vital to Provide a Sustainability Plan for Businesses
COP27 will be held in the Egyptian coastal city of Sharm El-Sheikh on 6-18 November. Every year, a different country from a different world region takes up the Conference of the Parties (COP) Presidency, to convene world leaders and define priorities. As an ‘All of...
Herefordshire Council Update about Avian Flu
An important update has been shared today about an upcoming change to the The Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) which will come into place on Monday 7 November. This means from 7 November 2022 it is a legal requirement for all bird keepers to keep their birds...
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Welcome Marsh Commercial to Chamber Membership!
Based in the heart of Hereford, we’re proud to have served our clients and the local community looking after their commercial insurance and employee health & benefits needs for over 50 years. And we still run on the same original values – to look after our...
Welcome Marsh Commercial to Chamber Membership!
Based in the heart of Hereford, we’re proud to have served our clients and the local community looking after their commercial insurance and employee health & benefits needs for over 50 years. And we still run on the same original values – to look after our...
Policy News
130 countries commit to minimum corporate tax rate
On 1 July, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), issued a statement about a new two-pillar plan to reform international taxation rules. They announced that 130 countries and jurisdictions had agreed to the plan which aims to ensure that...
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...
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
Walkers pave the way for thousands of pounds towards St Michael’s Hospice
Hundreds began British Summertime with a walk through Herefordshire’s beautiful countryside in support of a county charity. The St Michael’s Hospice Big Spring Walk raised more than £12,000 for the Bartestree-based charity which provides palliative and...
Stride out over Malvern Hills for hospice care
Walkers are invited to stride out across the Malvern Hills for a hospice’s 39th annual fundraising challenge. The St Richard’s Hospice Malvern Hills Walk takes place on Saturday, May 13 – with two, five and 11-mile routes available. The walk is a popular fixture in...
Rate Cut Provides Shock Absorber for Business
Responding to the Bank of England’s decision to cut interest rates to 4.25%, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s interest rate cut to 4.25% will help absorb some of the shocks that businesses are facing on...
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Rate Cut Provides Shock Absorber for Business
Responding to the Bank of England’s decision to cut interest rates to 4.25%, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s interest rate cut to 4.25% will help absorb some of the shocks that businesses are facing on...
Worcestershire News
We’re so excited to be on board!
Hi all! I’m Corrine, the Office Manager here at Heart Office Supplies Ltd and I just wanted to take this opportunity to introduce our small local business to you all. Heart Office Supplies Ltd started little over a year ago from the humble home of Kyle (our Managing...
Introducing ADS Procurement & Supply Chain Ltd to the Chamber
ADS Procurement is a commercial training and consultancy business based in Worcestershire. We were formed in 2019, although our real-world business experiences started back in the 20th century! If you deal with suppliers or customers, in any capacity, then you will...
Herefordshire News
Wyevale Nurseries launches new non-climbing ivy at Four Oaks Trade Show
Wyevale Nurseries is launching an innovative new ivy aimed at commercial landscapers and garden retailers at the 50th anniversary Four Oaks Trade Show in Cheshire this month (September 2022). Hedera Algerian Bellecour®, which is non-climbing, versatile, easy to look...
Wyevale Nurseries supplies stock for PoliNations in Birmingham
One of the country’s leading commercial nurseries has supplied a multitude of trees and shrubs for a project taking place in Birmingham from September 2-18 (2022). Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford has provided stock for the event, which reflects on the UK’s complex...
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Surf Tech IT Ltd Welcomes Viktor Cerkasov
Surf Tech IT Ltd is delighted to welcome Viktor Cerkasov to the team as a Senior IT Engineer, joining us during an exciting period of growth and expansion. Viktor’s passion for IT began early, sparked by his interest in gaming at the age of 15. He launched his career...
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s 2025 Christmas Range Takes Off
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity has announced the launch of its 2025 seasonal merchandise collection, which is already proving to be a hit amongst supporters. This year’s festive range features new additions of a star shaped key ring, a tea towel and shopping bag...
AI EXPERT LAUNCHES TO HELP UK SMEs INTEGRATE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE WITHOUT THE RISK
AI Expert has launched in Worcestershire to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) adopt artificial intelligence (AI) without wasting money on unproven technology. Created in response to growing demand from SMEs seeking clarity on how to integrate AI into...
Student Helps Deliver Lecturer’s Baby During Hospital Placement
A routine hospital placement turned into a once-in-a-lifetime moment for a University of Worcester student, who helped deliver her lecturer’s baby. 3rd-year Paramedic Sciences student Elise Faragher was on placement on the Maternity Ward at Worcestershire Royal...
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Urges Public to Learn CPR This Restart a Heart Day
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is set to teach lifesaving CPR skills to a further 1,000 people, thanks to generous donation from the charity Get Up Give Back, in support of Restart a Heart Day on Thursday 16th October 2025. Since being founded in 2018, Get Up...
Britannic Place Celebrates Double National Success
It’s been an exceptional few weeks for Worcester-based Britannic Place Financial Management, who have added another prestigious national award to their growing list of accolades. Following their recent recognition as Leading Adviser Practice (up to 10 advisers) at the...
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