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SUTCLIFFE & CO WINNERS OF A ‘COMMITMENT TO THE COMMUNITY’ AWARD
Worcester based Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers is celebrating winning a Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Award for ‘Commitment to the Community’, having worked closely with charities, businesses and the public, as headline sponsors...
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SUTCLIFFE & CO WINNERS OF A ‘COMMITMENT TO THE COMMUNITY’ AWARD
Worcester based Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers is celebrating winning a Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Award for ‘Commitment to the Community’, having worked closely with charities, businesses and the public, as headline sponsors...
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Join rail leaders at the Severn Valley Railway as they shape the legacy of the Greatest Gathering
A unique and thought-provoking evening exploring the future of the rail industry will take place at the Severn Valley Railway’s Engine House at Highley on Thursday 14 May, as part of its Spring Diesel Festival. Bringing together an exceptionally well-connected panel...
John Truslove spearheading marketing of major development set to bring 150 jobs to Redditch
Worcestershire’s leading commercial property agency John Truslove has welcomed the granting of planning approval for a major logistics development in Redditch which could see 150 jobs created. Ben Truslove, joint managing director of John Truslove, said the news meant...
Patron & Strategic News
New partner joins to bolster law firm’s agriculture and rural affairs team
Law firm mfg Solicitors has strengthened its nationally-recognised Agriculture and Rural Affairs department with appointment of a new partner. Experienced solicitor Neil Harrison has rejoined the firm after over 12 years working as an internal legal counsel in the...
Business School’s Recognition for its Support of Small Businesses and Entrepreneurship
The University of Worcester’s Business School’s work to support local businesses has helped it to secure re-accreditation of its Small Business Charter. The national accreditation is awarded to business schools which demonstrate excellence and impact in supporting...
Chamber News
Thursfields comments on new law criminalising travellers camping on land without permission
New legislation now makes it a criminal offence for people with vehicles to camp out on land without permission, according to Jon Clifford of leading Midlands law firm Thursfields Solicitors. The Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022, which was passed into law...
Introducing Honeywell Primary School a hive of educational excellence where new adventures are about to begin
On Tuesday 6th September, the Mayor of Worcester, Councillor Adrian Gregson, declared Honeywell Primary School officially open as the whole community joined together to celebrate the start of something special for the new west Worcester school. Special guests enjoyed...
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Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Worcestershire Big Helping Ltd – Branding and design Gregory Psychological Services Ltd – Forensic Psychology specialising in assessments for Family and Criminal...
Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Worcestershire Big Helping Ltd – Branding and design Gregory Psychological Services Ltd – Forensic Psychology specialising in assessments for Family and Criminal...
Policy News
UK makes free-trade offer to Australia
The UK has offered trade deal terms to Australia under which both countries would phase out taxes on imports over 15 years. The cabinet was reportedly split on what terms to propose, amid concerns UK beef and lamb farmers could be undercut by larger Australian...
Have your say on future Free Trade Agreements with Canada and Mexico
The Secretary of State for the Department for International Trade has launched a ‘Call for Input’ on future Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with Canada and Mexico. The Call for Input will provide businesses, public sector bodies, individuals and other interested...
Skills News
Kidderminster School Double ESSA Midlands Champions
Pupils at Kidderminster’s Holy Trinity School and Sixth Form Centre are delighted to be double category winners in the English School’s Swimming Association (ESSA) primary relay qualification gala for the Midlands Region at Warwick School. Taking first place in both...
College Young Enterprise team overall winners at Spring Fair
Congratulations to this year’s Worcester Sixth Form College Young Enterprise team, Athena who were crowned overall winners at the weekend’s Spring Trade Fair and won an award for best product for ‘My Amego – a small children’s toy that aims to promote mental...
Charity News
Join Team Worcestershire Acute for the NHS75 Malvern Walk!
On Saturday June 10 Sky Blue Adventures will be leading a very special sponsored walk in order to raise much needed funds for Worcestershire’s local hospitals in the NHS’ 75th birthday year. The 9 mile walk will take in the beautiful views of end to end Malvern Ridge,...
Hospice welcomes Mike as new Chief Executive
Worcestershire’s St Richard’s Hospice has warmly welcomed Mike Wilkerson as the charity’s new Chief Executive, following the retirement of his predecessor June Patel. Mr Wilkerson joins St Richard’s from Saint Catherine’s Hospice in North Yorkshire where he has been...
Pace of Immigration Changes Must Work for Business
Responding to the publication of the Immigration White Paper, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy, at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses are keen to unlock more home-grown talent and will welcome the broad direction of travel in today’s White...
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Pace of Immigration Changes Must Work for Business
Responding to the publication of the Immigration White Paper, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy, at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses are keen to unlock more home-grown talent and will welcome the broad direction of travel in today’s White...
Worcestershire News
Pay-as-you-go model removes barriers to entry for PR firm
You Do Better PR are breaking down the barriers to Public Relations with their pay-as-you-go business model. More often than not, Public Relations Agencies work on a retained basis, but You Do Better break through that barrier to entry by charging an affordable hourly...
Wildgoose Rural Training have been shortlisted to receive funding from the People’s Project
Wildgoose Rural Training are delighted to have been shortlisted to receive funding from the People’s Project. Five projects in the west midlands have been shortlisted and a short film will be shown about each project on ITV Central news between Monday 15th and...
Herefordshire News
Chamber Members invited to Charity Golf Day to raise funds for local Emergency Rescue Service
On Friday 29th July Herefordshire-based medical training, consultancy and equipment company Prometheus/Safeguard Medical is running a charity golf event at the Herefordshire Golf Club to raise money for Mercia Accident Rescue Service (MARS) and all Chamber of...
ijlbrown recruit new Marketing Manager to expand business
Herefordshire furniture maker ijlbrown, who specialize in supplying bespoke furniture to the high-end residential market as well as the interior design trade, has recently created a new role within the company structure to help with business growth. The newly created...
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Young Artists Offered Chance to Shine at Worcester’s Art House
Talented young artists from schools across Worcestershire are being offered the chance to showcase their work in a professional gallery setting, with £2,500 of cash prizes up for grabs. A new collaboration between the University of Worcester and the Clothiers Company...
Autumn Budget tax hikes lead to warnings from legal expert
Businesses, landlords and savers set to be impacted by Labour’s Autumn Budget are being urged to seek expert legal advice following the Chancellor’s announcement of sweeping tax hikes. Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed a raft of tax rises, worth around £26...
Polly the Polar Bear steals the show at the SVR’s new Santa Steam Specials
The Severn Valley Railway launches an exciting Christmas first this weekend, as its brand-new Santa Steam Specials begin their festive journeys, with a very special new star set to delight audiences. Polly the Polar Bear, an awe-inspiring puppet will make her debut in...
Anonymous Art Auction Challenges Buyers to Trust Their Instincts
Art lovers will have to trust their instincts at a unique exhibition by University of Worcester students, where postcard-sized artworks will be auctioned anonymously; buyers won’t know the artist’s name until after the sale. The event, developed in partnership with...
Students Go Global in 4,000-Mile Movember Mission to Tackle Mental Health Stigma
University of Worcester cricketers have been growing moustaches and going the extra mile to raise awareness of men’s mental health this Movember. Members of the Men’s Cricket Club committed to a month-long challenge, combining moustache-growing with a collective goal...
Scoring Big: Brookes Catering Celebrates 25 Years with Stadium Triumph
Celebrating 25 years in business, Worcester’s Brookes Catering is having a landmark year, demonstrating how strategic growth can build on a legacy of quality. Long respected for bespoke corporate and wedding catering, the company’s reputation for fresh food and...
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