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Government Must Harness Retail Investor Optimism
Over half of retail investors (53%) are optimistic about their investments over the next twelve months (compared to 42% in May) 40% of investors expect to increase the amount of money they invest over the next twelve months Younger investors are most confident, with...
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Government Must Harness Retail Investor Optimism
Over half of retail investors (53%) are optimistic about their investments over the next twelve months (compared to 42% in May) 40% of investors expect to increase the amount of money they invest over the next twelve months Younger investors are most confident, with...
Member News
Wyevale Nurseries launches new Bareroot Hedging and Forestry Catalogue
WYEVALE Nurseries has launched a new Bareroot Hedging and Forestry Catalogue this month featuring details of the varieties it grows and the benefits of using each one (May 2025). The leading commercial nursery hopes industry members will use the free, handy guide,...
Skills Minister Supports VC Raising Funds for Student Scholarships and Hardship Funds
Support and donations for the University of Worcester’s Vice Chancellor continue to pour in, as he reaches the halfway mark on his challenge to raise money for student scholarship and hardship funds. Professor David Green CBE DL is walking 280km along the coastal path...
Patron & Strategic News
Practical Steps to Reduce the Impact of Flooding
Recent flooding incidents this autumn have shown just how devastating and unpredictable flooding can be, leaving many homes damaged and people feeling overwhelmed. We understand the distress that flooding can cause, and we are here to help you take proactive steps to...
DRPG Empowers The Westminster School Students Through Creative Industry Programme for Special Educational Needs
Creative communications agency DRPG has continued its commitment to giving back to the community with a creative initiative for The Westminster School in Rowley Regis, West Midlands. Through a hands-on workshop series, students were introduced to the world of media...
Chamber News
Annual Golf Day Brings Professionals Together and Raises Much-Needed Funds for Charity!
On Friday 15 July, golfers geared up for the annual Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Charity Golf Day, in association with AMROS Golf. The event was generously sponsored by Nicklin Chartered Accountants & Business Advisers and mfg Solicitors....
BCC and IBCC Welcome New UK-Israel Trade Negotiations
Commenting on the launch of the negotiations, William Bain, the BCC’s Head of Trade Policy, said: “Business supports these efforts to develop an improved trade agreement with Israel to boost the supply of services between our countries. “There are also...
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Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Herefordshire International Special Training Facility – Covert Operations Ltd – Professional Training Services, supplier of Covert Technologies and Operational Solutions to...
Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Herefordshire International Special Training Facility – Covert Operations Ltd – Professional Training Services, supplier of Covert Technologies and Operational Solutions to...
Policy News
BUDGET 2021: Chancellor delivers 3-point plan
The Chancellor has unveiled the contents of his Budget. The statement outlined the governments financial package to support business recovery giving firms more clarity on the way ahead and will allow many to plan with greater optimism and confidence as they look to...
BUDGET: Support for the self-employed
The Chancellor has announced more support for the self-employed in today’s Budget. With nearly a fifth of self-employed people missing out on previous grants because they had only recently started working for themselves and so could not prove their income status...
Skills News
Make it Happen – The Herefordshire Skills Show
The first Herefordshire Skills Show is set to take place on Wednesday 3 July 2019 between 12.00-7.30pm at Hereford Racecourse, brought to you by The Marches Skills Provider Network, Herefordshire Council, University of Wolverhampton, Herefordshire Training Providers...
Innovative tech accelerator BetaDen is now recruiting for Cohort 2.0
Recruitment for Cohort 2.0 will be launched today (March 4th), starting August 2019 from BetaDen’s base in Malvern Hills Science Park, Worcestershire First-of-its-kind, commercial tech accelerator programme is open to entrepreneurs, start-ups and SMEs from across the...
Charity News
WORCESTER CEO’S THREE PEAKS CHALLENGE RAISES £6,000
A chief executive of a Worcester charity has raised close to £6,000 for the charity he works for. Fifty-seven-year-old Richard Whateley was joined by five friends to take on the Three Peaks Challenge over the May Bank Holiday weekend (30 April – 2 May) to raise funds...
Prestigious Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Ball Lands In Birmingham
Places are now limited for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s prestigious Recognition Awards and Charity Ball 2022, which promises to be a spectacular evening. Taking place from 6.30pm on Friday 17th June at the Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham, the Recognition Awards...
BCC Welcomes New Phase in Turkiye Trade Negotiations
Responding to the launch of the call for evidence on a new trade agreement with Turkiye, BCC Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, said: “Global trade has evolved since the current trading terms between the UK and Turkiye were put in place. “It makes sense to...
BCC News
BCC Welcomes New Phase in Turkiye Trade Negotiations
Responding to the launch of the call for evidence on a new trade agreement with Turkiye, BCC Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, said: “Global trade has evolved since the current trading terms between the UK and Turkiye were put in place. “It makes sense to...
Worcestershire News
The Worcestershire LEP to continue delivering 20-year strategy for Worcestershire
The Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) has confirmed that it will continue its operations in support of the delivery of its 20-year strategy for the county. The Worcestershire LEP Board, chaired by Paul Walker MBE, is keen to reassure the local...
From Challenge to Opportunity: Unlocking Potential in Today’s Business Climate
In the ever-evolving landscape of business, ambitious plans for growth often collide with the harsh realities of the current climate. As energy and operational costs continue to rise and workforce shortages pose challenges, many business owners in 2023 are finding...
Herefordshire News
Marches region awarded £10 million of funding for innovation projects
Nearly £10m of funding has been awarded to organisations in the Marches to develop innovative projects tackling issues as diverse as sustainability, an ageing population and Covid challenges. Innovate UK approved nearly 30 projects for the funding in 2020/21, with the...
Shell Store welcomes more than 100 businesses for Landau
Hereford’s Shell Store has hosted its biggest business event to date — opening its doors to more than 100 organisations for a jobs and networking fair organised by employment and training charity, Landau. Television presenter and former Top Gear host Richard Hammond,...
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Hereford Care Homes Launch Fundraising Campaign to Support Midlands Air Ambulance Charity
For press enquiries, contact: [email protected] 01509 275891 (ext. 120) For Immediate Release [11/12/2024] Hereford Care Homes Launch Fundraising Campaign to Support Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Hampton Grange and Gwen Walford Nursing Homes, two...
ABE Ledbury Reports Increasing Demand for Groupage Services
A growing need among local businesses for smaller, more frequent deliveries to their customers has led to a rise in demand for groupage services, according to the boss of local transport firm ABE Ledbury. Managing Director Clive Brooks said more businesses were...
Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence: A Milestone for Superclean(UK)
A Legacy of Cleanliness and Trust Founded in 1999, Graham, started as a small family-owned business with a clear mission, to provide professional cleaning services to local businesses. With a commitment to excellence we quickly gained a reputation for reliability,...
Skills Minister Visits University to Talk Teaching, Politics and Life Lessons
Skills Minister Jacqui Smith has spoken about how her training as a teacher at the University of Worcester helped to shape her future, including her role as the first woman to serve as Home Secretary. Appearing on an episode of the University’s Early Career Teacher...
Knights Reveals Plans for Grade A Office in Worcestershire – Follows Purchase of Historic Firm this Year
Legal services group Knights has revealed plans for a new Grade A office in Worcestershire following its arrival to the area earlier this year with the acquisition of a law firm which dates back to 1876. In May 2025, the business will move to One Kings Court in...
Medical Students Host Free Event to Discuss Palliative Care and CPR
Medical and Paramedic students at the University of Worcester are inviting the community to a free pre-Christmas event designed to encourage open conversations around palliative care and CPR. “Show a Little Respect”, taking place on Monday 16th December, will offer an...
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