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AI Investment Vital For UK’s Economic Future
Reacting to Government plans to boost the UK’s AI capabilities and defences, Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “This is a strong package of measures to support the UK’s AI resilience and spread its benefits more widely in...
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AI Investment Vital For UK’s Economic Future
Reacting to Government plans to boost the UK’s AI capabilities and defences, Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “This is a strong package of measures to support the UK’s AI resilience and spread its benefits more widely in...
Member News
PRIME MIX MARKETING NAMED FINALIST IN FOUR CATEGORIES AT THE WORCESTERSHIRE BUSINESS AWARDS.
Prime Mix Marketing is proud to announce that it has been named a finalist in four categories at the Worcestershire Business Awards, recognising the agency’s continued growth and the dedication of its team. The Worcestershire-based marketing agency has been...
Bewdley Express trial ends on a high note after carrying more than 1,000 passengers
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has completed its eight-week Bewdley Express trial, with more than 1,000 passengers using the service to connect Bewdley with the UK’s main line rail network. The last of a total of 96 trial services arrived at Bewdley at 7.02pm on...
Patron & Strategic News
How a University Assignment Became an Award-Winning Start-Up
A University graduate is taking on some of the world’s biggest ticketing platforms after turning a coursework assignment into an award-winning sports technology business. Andrej Nagy came up with the idea for Upfan during his undergraduate Sports Business Management...
Call for exhibitors as Worcester STEAMfest returns
Businesses, educators, community groups and organisations are being invited to apply for exhibition space at Worcester’s popular STEAMfest. Taking place at The Hive on Saturday 23 January, STEAMfest brings together science, technology, engineering, arts, and...
Chamber News
The Quarterly Economic Survey (QES 2) is Now Live – Share Your Insights
The second Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) of the year is now open, and the Chamber is encouraging businesses across Herefordshire and Worcestershire to take part. Running from 11 May to 1 June, QES 2 gives businesses the opportunity to share their experiences and...
Women’s Business Conference 2026 Returns with Inspiring Speaker Line-Up and Powerful Stories of Leadership and Resilience
The Women’s Business Conference returns in 2026 as one of the Chamber’s flagship events, bringing together professionals from across the region to celebrate, connect, and empower women in business. Proudly sponsored by mfg Legal Services Limited, the conference...
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Welcome New Members | April 2026
A warm welcome to our newest members who joined us throughout April: Bexley Beaumont – A specialist provider of outsourced HR solutions and employee relations support for organisations across the UK. Cristie & Co – Offers tailored website management,...
Welcome New Members | April 2026
A warm welcome to our newest members who joined us throughout April: Bexley Beaumont – A specialist provider of outsourced HR solutions and employee relations support for organisations across the UK. Cristie & Co – Offers tailored website management,...
Policy News
Steel Tariffs Risk Serious Damage To UK Manufacturers
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has warned that changes to UK steel quotas and tariffs could add millions of pounds to manufacturers’ costs. In a letter to the Business Secretary, Peter Kyle, the BCC said the proposed regime risks creating ‘real financial and...
Conference to Examine Impact of Brexit on Politics and Law in the UK
The two-day conference, held on June 25 and 26 and funded by the Society of Legal Scholars, will hear from some of the biggest names in politics, who’ll be discussing how Britain’s departure from the EU impacted accountability, parliament, rights and equality, and...
Skills News
Early Years Conference Marks Launch of University Centre in Worcester
The work of early years professionals in the county was the topic of a conference which marked the launch of a new University Centre at Heart of Worcestershire College. The internationally renowned author, Ben Kingston-Hughes, who has written several early years...
Worcester recruitment firm supports students with CV and interview success tips
Experts from a leading Worcester recruitment firm have supported local school children through a one-day training programme which gave them tips how to write CVs and handle job interviews. Pineapple Recruitment, which specialise in providing a range of professionals...
Charity News
Malvern Hills end to end walk – 10.5 Miles for Smiles
Location: On Malvern Hills, start at North Quarry Car Park walk over 15 peaks take the final push up to Chase End Hill Event date: Sunday 20th September On the Saturday of August bank holiday 2018, our son Zac, left the house in the morning and went up on the Malvern...
A night to remember: St Michael’s Hospice Winter Ball is now open for bookings!
The St Michael’s Hospice Winter Ball is now open for bookings. Please help to make this a night to remember! Here’s a few more details: When? Saturday 28th November 6.30 pm to Midnight Where? The Basement at Whitestone, Hereford. HR1 3SE. For one night only this...
Jobs Market Continues to Feel The Strain
Reacting to the latest labour market data from the ONS, Caterina Batog, Research and Economics Analyst at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Unemployment remained at 4.9%, in the three months to July, a clear indication of the continued stress businesses are...
BCC News
Jobs Market Continues to Feel The Strain
Reacting to the latest labour market data from the ONS, Caterina Batog, Research and Economics Analyst at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Unemployment remained at 4.9%, in the three months to July, a clear indication of the continued stress businesses are...
Worcestershire News
‘Flying Scotsman’ to reunite the Severn Valley Railway line
The world’s most famous steam locomotive 60103 ‘Flying Scotsman’ will haul the first passenger train along the full length of the 16-mile Severn Valley Railway line, when the northernmost section is reunited with the rest of the line on Friday 25 July. Work is now...
The Worcestershire Community Foundation is looking for two new trustees
The Worcestershire Community Foundation is looking for two new trustees to join the Board. We are one of the leading grant makers in Worcestershire; we act as a conduit to local philanthropy, linking private and public funders with community projects across the...
Herefordshire News
Hereford Military History Festival
The Hereford Military History Festival has announced the next 10 events for its debut festival, which will take place from Friday 26th – Sunday 28th September 2025. Featuring internationally renowned writers and thinkers, including Philippe Sands, Clare...
Branding with Purpose: Wye Valley Brewery Leads the Conversation at The Marketing Meetup – Worcester
Last week, the Worcester marketing community came together for The Marketing Meetup, this was only the second event – this time sponsored by Nifty Communications and hosted at the co-working space Vinegar Works on Foregate Street. This impactful event brought together...
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Hoople Support Restart a Heart
Hoople Training are once again supporting Restart a Heart, providing free CPR training at venues across Hereford. Join the team to learn and practice CPR techniques, as well as learning how to locate and use a defibrillator. There is no need to book – just drop...
We Are Marketing UK campaign shortlisted for national award
A campaign devised by We Are Marketing UK for heating and plumbing specialist Hewer has been shortlisted for the 2026 Data & Marketing Association (DMA) Awards. The DMA Awards recognise excellence in marketing strategy, creativity and results, and the campaign,...
mfg Solicitors celebrates record number of Legal 500 rankings
Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors is celebrating after a record 18 solicitors and departments from across the firm were ranked in the latest Legal 500 guide. The recognition includes nine solicitors and nine departments, highlighting the breadth and strength of...
Student Inspired to Switch Careers Now Finalist in Radiographer Awards
A student who switched careers to give back to the health service that supported her during the Covid-19 pandemic has been shortlisted for a special award. Silu Barry, who studies Diagnostic Radiography at the University of Worcester, has been shortlisted for Midlands...
Former Software Architect Brings Systems Thinking to Business Communication as Moonrise Media Achieves B Corp Certification
Hereford-based firm is applying four decades of systems-design experience to a problem many organisations face: good individual pieces of communication that fail to work together. Moonrise Media, a Hereford-based media and communications company, has been certified as...
Men in Business: Celebrating Success Across Herefordshire & Worcestershire
We’re currently developing a special Men in Business feature that will spotlight the achievements, experiences and successes of business leaders from across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The feature will provide an opportunity for local businesses to share...
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