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Final guest locomotive completes SVR’s Autumn Steam Gala line-up
The Severn Valley Railway has completed the line-up for its Autumn Steam Gala, with the announcement that BR Standard Class 4 Tank No 80097 will be the fourth and final guest locomotive appearing at the four-day event from 17 to 20 September. The popular tank engine...
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Final guest locomotive completes SVR’s Autumn Steam Gala line-up
The Severn Valley Railway has completed the line-up for its Autumn Steam Gala, with the announcement that BR Standard Class 4 Tank No 80097 will be the fourth and final guest locomotive appearing at the four-day event from 17 to 20 September. The popular tank engine...
Member News
University Named Finalist for Sustainability Work with Students and Community
The University of Worcester has been shortlisted for a national sustainability award, recognising its efforts to embed sustainability across its curriculum, campuses and the wider community. It has been named a finalist in the Creating Impact category of the Green...
Regent Advisory Appointed Central Services Provider for the Celtic Challenge
Regent Advisory has been appointed central services provider for the Celtic Challenge, the leading women’s cross border rugby competition operated by the Welsh Rugby Union, Irish Rugby Football Union and Scottish Rugby. The appointment, made by the Celtic...
Patron & Strategic News
University Play Day to Encourage Outdoor Play and Community Street Closures
As part of National Play Week, the University of Worcester is hosting a day of traditional outdoor games and helping local families learn how they can create more opportunities for children to play in their communities. The free event will take place from 11am to 2pm...
Get Expo Ready with PB Signs!
We’re delighted to be exhibiting at this year’s Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Expo and can’t wait to meet fellow Chamber members on the day. Your exhibition stand is one of the most powerful marketing tools you have....
Chamber News
Chamber Hosts MPQ Sessions for Members Across the Region
On 6 February, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce members had the opportunity to meet with Jesse Norman MP and Ellie Chowns MP during the Chamber’s MPQ sessions. The event offered a valuable forum for businesses across the county to discuss key...
Celebrating Apprenticeships: How TDM and Jess Gladston Champion Lifelong Learning
As we mark the end of National Apprenticeship Week, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the transformative power of apprenticeships — both for individuals and for businesses. Our patron member, The Development Manager (TDM), has been at the forefront of this movement,...
Our Latest Member
Welcome New Members | November
Warm welcome to our newest Members who joined throughout November Lucy Labels – A sticker and labelling business offering custom labels. Barclays Greater Birmingham and The Three Counties Corporate – Barclays’ regional corporate banking services for businesses....
Welcome New Members | November
Warm welcome to our newest Members who joined throughout November Lucy Labels – A sticker and labelling business offering custom labels. Barclays Greater Birmingham and The Three Counties Corporate – Barclays’ regional corporate banking services for businesses....
Policy News
Growth Elusive As Labour Market Loosens
Reacting to the latest labour market data from the ONS, Patrick Milnes, Head of People and Work Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “There are strong signs that the labour market is continuing to loosen as wage...
Inflation Eases But Business Costs Still Biting
Responding to the latest inflation data, published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “A further easing of inflation, to 3% in January, will be cautiously welcomed by businesses. Firms will be hoping it...
Skills News
National Apprenticeship Week success culminates with launch of 2025 Apprenticeships Awards
Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and Worcestershire County Council are pleased to announce the 2025 Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards. The announcement comes at the conclusion of National Apprenticeship Week, a successful week of promoting the...
Worcestershire Apprenticeships Penguin Finds Home with Local Training Provider
Worcestershire Apprenticeships’ very own penguin in the great Waddle of Worcester has found a home with local training provider GLP Training. In the summer of 2024, St Richard’s Hospice delivered the great Waddle of Worcester, a penguin-themed art trail around the...
Charity News
Colour run returns to Sandwell Valley for 10th Run for Joel
Runners of all ages and abilities are invited to take part in the tenth annual Run for Joel; a colourful run through Sandwell Valley Country Park. Runners, walkers, and even dogs are invited to take part in either a 5km or 3km event which begins with runners covering...
Local Children’s Cancer Charity Celebrates 10 Years with Landmark Anniversary Ball
The Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust, based in Upton Snodsbury, Worcestershire, are inviting the local community and businesses to join them in marking a major milestone at their 10th Anniversary Charity Ball. Taking place at Bank House Hotel Spa & Golf Club,...
UK Must Tap Dormant Wealth To Drive Growth
British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) President, Andy Haldane, has called for bold action to channel more domestic investment into high-growth UK firms to unlock regional growth. Speaking at the BCC’s Global Annual Conference this morning, Haldane highlighted the...
BCC News
UK Must Tap Dormant Wealth To Drive Growth
British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) President, Andy Haldane, has called for bold action to channel more domestic investment into high-growth UK firms to unlock regional growth. Speaking at the BCC’s Global Annual Conference this morning, Haldane highlighted the...
Worcestershire News
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...
Valley Railway delivers ‘biggest diesel gala of the year’
The Severn Valley Railway’s Spring Diesel Festival between 15 and 18 May welcomed more than 3,700 visitors and saw 20 locomotives in action, for what organisers believe was 2025’s largest diesel event on the preservation circuit. ‘What a fantastic show we put on!’...
Herefordshire News
Herefordshire Law Firm Announces New Partners
A Herefordshire law firm is celebrating the appointments of four new partners – including one who started out as an office secretary nearly 30 years ago. Lanyon Bowdler has announced that four senior members of staff have been promoted to partners –...
Turning Risks into Opportunities: How Insurance Can Support Business Growth in Herefordshire and Worcestershire
Running a business in Herefordshire and Worcestershire presents fantastic opportunities, but it also involves risks. Whether you’re a manufacturer in Malvern, a farm shop owner in Herefordshire, or a tech start-up in Worcester… growth often means taking on...
All Latest News
Weak Business Confidence Impacting Hiring
Reacting to the latest labour market data from the ONS, Patrick Milnes, Head of Policy for People and Work at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s labour market data is a stark example of the challenges awaiting Andy Burnham as he settles into...
Web designer Helen Davies on why your website matters more than ever in the age of AI and social media
Helen Davies of Citrus Web features in the latest episode of Dandelion Video Production’s What Do You Do? podcast, tackling one of the most common misconceptions in modern marketing: that social media has made websites redundant. “Your website is your...
Get Expo Ready with PB Signs!
We’re delighted to be exhibiting at this year’s Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Expo and can’t wait to meet fellow Chamber members on the day. Your exhibition stand is one of the most powerful marketing tools you have....
Third guest locomotive revealed for the SVR’s Autumn Steam Gala
Visitors to the Severn Valley Railway’s Autumn Steam Gala will be able to enjoy an evocative glimpse into the line’s pre-preservation days, with the announcement of a third visiting locomotive for the four-day spectacular. GWR Small Prairie No 5526 will...
Salary transparency in job adverts: Why it’s already best practice
The Government’s launched a consultation that could require employers to publish salary information in job adverts or to provide it in writing before interview if a role isn’t advertised publicly. It’s not law yet. The consultation closes on 27...
TDM Celebrates Strong Ofsted – Cementing its Position as One of the UK’s Leading Providers
The Development Manager (TDM), a specialist skills and workforce development provider, is celebrating an exceptional set of inspection outcomes following its latest Ofsted inspection, published on 15th July 2026. The outcome reflects TDM’s unwavering commitment...
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