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Hidden LGBTQ Stories to be Uncovered at The Hive This Pride Month
LGBTQ stories and hidden histories will be celebrated at The Hive in Worcester at a free event exploring queer literary history from Worcestershire to Paris. The Salon: Pride at The Hive, which takes place on 24 June, 6.15-7.30pm, will bring to life the stories of...
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Hidden LGBTQ Stories to be Uncovered at The Hive This Pride Month
LGBTQ stories and hidden histories will be celebrated at The Hive in Worcester at a free event exploring queer literary history from Worcestershire to Paris. The Salon: Pride at The Hive, which takes place on 24 June, 6.15-7.30pm, will bring to life the stories of...
Member News
PRIME MIX WINS INNOVATION & EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR MARKETING SPECIALISTS OF THE YEAR
Prime Mix Marketing Ltd, a full-service marketing agency based in Worcester, has been named the 2026 winner of the Innovation and Excellence Awards for Marketing Specialists of the Year. This recognition highlights the agency’s commitment to delivering high-quality,...
Cornerstone Group Expands into Full Multi-Disciplinary Services with Strategic Acquisitions of ONE Creative environments (ONE) and Brinson Staniland Partnership (BSP)
Cornerstone Group today announces the acquisitions of ONE Creative environments Ltd (“ONE”), an award-winning, multi-disciplinary design consultancy and Brinson Staniland Partnership (BSP), a highly respected consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering...
Patron & Strategic News
ISO Quality Services Launches the Good Egg Awards 2026 – Celebrate Those Who Go Above and Beyond
ISO Quality Services is delighted to announce the return of its much-loved Good Egg Awards, giving businesses the perfect opportunity to recognise those who consistently go the extra mile. Whether it’s a colleague or a client, the Good Egg Awards celebrate individuals...
Holocaust Rescue Stories go on Display at The Hive as Speakers Urge Action Against Hatred
A month‑long exhibition honouring the rescue of Jews during the Holocaust opened in Worcester on Monday, accompanied by stark warnings about rising antisemitism and calls to confront hatred in modern society. Between Life and Death: Stories of Rescue During the...
Chamber News
Chamber shortlisted in The Award for UK Employer of the Year: Platinum at The Investors in People Awards 2022
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is absolutely delighted to share the news that we have been shortlisted in The Award for UK Employer of the Year: Platinum at The Investors in People Awards 2022. In a record-breaking year for entries, with...
Energy projects win £3.5million funding from Marches LEP
Three ambitious projects have won nearly £3.5million funding from the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership to boost the region’s energy security and meet Net Zero targets. The three schemes were selected from 29 different projects which applied for cash from the LEP’s...
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Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Worcestershire Age UK Worcester and Malvern Hills – Crucial support services and activities for older people across the Worcester & Malvern Hills areas Braemar Frankland...
Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Worcestershire Age UK Worcester and Malvern Hills – Crucial support services and activities for older people across the Worcester & Malvern Hills areas Braemar Frankland...
Policy News
BCC Forecast: UK set for an uneven economic recovery, despite record GDP growth
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has today (Thursday) released its latest economic forecast which predicts UK GDP growth for 2021 of 6.8%, which if realised would be the strongest outturn since official records began in 1949. If covid restrictions continue to be...
EU & UK Relationship Update
Source: House of Commons Last week, two major reports were published about managing future UK/EU regulatory divergence. ‘Taking back control of regulation’, from the Institute for Government, notes that six months on since the end of the transition period, not much...
Skills News
Children’s charity to support mentor link in Redditch
Mentor Link which supports distressed and vulnerable children and young people has secured new funding from Redditch and Bromsgrove children’s charity, Oakland Foundation. Agreeing to support the work of Mentor Link in Redditch, the Foundation will now fund Mentor...
Crowe conference delivering insight into challenges facing Academy Trusts
National audit, tax, advisory and risk firm, Crowe, is to hold its 2019 Academies conference at Sixways Stadium, Worcester, on Friday 14 June. The event will not only bring those working in Academies fully up to speed with financial and governance developments within...
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...
Apprenticeship Plans are ‘Mixed Bag’ for Business
Responding to the Government’s plans for apprenticeship reform in England, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Apprenticeships are high-quality, valued qualifications and businesses welcome the funding boost announced by...
BCC News
Apprenticeship Plans are ‘Mixed Bag’ for Business
Responding to the Government’s plans for apprenticeship reform in England, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Apprenticeships are high-quality, valued qualifications and businesses welcome the funding boost announced by...
Worcestershire News
How to take your Business to the next level – By investing in it.
Investing in a professional photographer to help you elevate your business and stand out from the rest is now considered a necessity, more and more companies are realising the power of having good visuals to attract more of your ideal clients and help your business...
Serco Restart Scheme’s commitment to older workers
Older workers often face prejudice and are overlooked. That’s why the Serco Restart Scheme has signed up to ‘The Centre for Ageing Better’ Age-Friendly Employer Pledge and are showing their commitment to older workers. The Restart Scheme is part of the...
Herefordshire News
‘Magnificent seven’ clock up 230+ years of service at Wyevale Nurseries
Six current and one retired team member from Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford have recently been recognised for notching-up more than 30 or 40 years of long service with the company (July 2022). Alan* Hopkins, Russell Abell, Diana Barber, Michael Smith, Les Pettitt,...
Free getting started advice for aspiring B Corps.
Certified B Corporations are a new kind of business that balances purpose and profit. They are legally required to consider the impact of their decisions on their workers, customers, suppliers, community, and the environment. This is a community of leaders, driving a...
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Julie Finch, CEO of Hay Festival, appointed Chair of Governors at Hereford College of Arts
Hereford College of Arts (HCA) has announced the appointment of Julie Finch, Chief Executive Officer of Hay Festival Foundation as its new Chair of the Board of Governors. Julie succeeds Mervyn Jones, who steps down after nine years of service. A respected cultural...
University Experts Offer Insight into Jane Austen’s Genius at Special Event
From her more subtle villains to her famous wit, experts from the University of Worcester gave their insights into Jane Austen’s genius at a special event at The Hive. Marking the 250th anniversary of the 19th century author’s birth later this month, the panel...
Unconscious Casualty: What to Do?
When someone is unconscious, their condition is life-threatening. Their airway is at risk of becoming blocked by their tongue or vomit, which can stop them from breathing. Danger Response Airway Breathing Circulation It’s as easy as DRABC Place in the Recovery...
Growing Hope This Christmas: How Local Businesses Can Support WMRSASC’s Purple Leaf Project
This December, WMRSASC is inviting local businesses to support the Purple Leaf Project – Tree of Hope at Worcester Cathedral. Each hand-painted purple leaf represents solidarity, strength, and a message of hope for survivors of sexual violence — and every donation...
Limelite’s Business Breakfast 2026: Plan Your Team With Confidence
Our first Business Breakfast of 2026 is officially booked—and we’re kicking off the year with a topic that sits at the heart of every growing small business: how to plan your team so growth feels smooth and sustainable, not overwhelming or chaotic. Many business...
Hayward Wright Accountancy & Advisory partners with Worcester City Football Club
Worcester-based, full-service accountancy and advisory firm Hayward Wright Accountancy & Advisory has announced a partnership with Worcester City Football Club. The firm has entered a 12-month partnership and sponsorship programme with the football club as a...
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