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Hereford FC and Worcester City announce fixture which will support St Michael’s and St Richard’s Hospices
The two clubs will meet at the M&M Edgar Street Stadium on Tuesday, 21st July Hereford FC and Worcester City have announced they will renew rivalries this summer – whilst raising vital funds for charity. The two clubs will meet at the M&M Edgar Street Stadium...
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Hereford FC and Worcester City announce fixture which will support St Michael’s and St Richard’s Hospices
The two clubs will meet at the M&M Edgar Street Stadium on Tuesday, 21st July Hereford FC and Worcester City have announced they will renew rivalries this summer – whilst raising vital funds for charity. The two clubs will meet at the M&M Edgar Street Stadium...
Member News
Women Remain Significantly Underrepresented in UK News Media, According to New National Report
Women remain significantly underrepresented in UK news media, with nearly twice as many men appearing in stories as women; a ratio that has barely changed in 30 years, according to a new national report. The study, which analysed 570 news stories, more than 2,000...
WORCESTER CITY FOOTBALL CLUB – WALKING FOOTBALL ‘WORLD CUP’
Patron & Strategic News
DRP secures CCS framework appointment to deliver major Government events
Worcestershire, UK – Tuesday 27 January 2026, DRP UK known as DRPG has been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) RM6364 Media and Creative Services framework on Lot 6 (Events). This appointment reinforces DRP’s position as a national delivery...
University of Worcester Graduate Champions Inclusivity for Disabled Young People in Worcestershire
A graduate of the University of Worcester is making a difference to disabled people in Worcestershire as part of a forum aimed at improving accessibility and inclusivity. Christian Wilson has joined Voices United Worcestershire, a forum for young people up to 25 years...
Chamber News
New Prime Minister Must Act Fast
Liz Truss has been announced as the UK’s new Prime Minister. It is vital that she takes immediate action in her role as Leader of the Conservative Party and Prime Minister. The vacuum in power that has been left during the process of electing a new leader has...
British Chambers of Commerce react to the announcement of the new Prime Minister
Reacting to the announcement of the new Prime Minister, Sarah Howard, Chair of the BCC, said: “We would like to congratulate Liz Truss on running a successful campaign to become the UK’s new Prime Minister. “She must now take immediate steps to support the economy....
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Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Worcestershire AeroCoach Ltd – Pioneers in real world aerodynamic analysis and product design. BioPak UK Ltd – Leading global compostable packaging manufacturer and...
Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Worcestershire AeroCoach Ltd – Pioneers in real world aerodynamic analysis and product design. BioPak UK Ltd – Leading global compostable packaging manufacturer and...
Policy News
Herefordshire Council open housing consultation until 11 June
Herefordshire Council have opened a housing consultation for people to share their views on the future of housing in Herefordshire. The consultation is now live and closes on Friday 11 June. It is available as a clear, concise and accessible online survey via...
Major rail infrastructure overhaul announced by government
Government have today announced plans to reform the UK’s railway system which should see more punctual services and cheaper tickets for rail passengers. Commenting today, Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps admitted the current system was “too complicated and...
Skills News
Nursery Children Enjoy Mothers’ Day Creations
Children at Little Trinity Nursery in Kidderminster have been busy making picture frames, painting flower cards and making clay decorations for their special Mother’s Day creations ready for Mother’s Day this Sunday 31st March. Nursery manager, Miss Gaynor Carter,...
Access to Finance Summit, 11th April 2019 at Marches Growth Hub Hereford
Are you in the banking or professional sector offering funding and finance advice to small businesses? Do you want to know more about the best ways to help small and micro businesses get the funding they need to flourish? If so, this key summit organised by the...
Charity News
Vamos Theatre opens its doors for a special day of play
Vamos Theatre, the award-winning full mask theatre company based in Worcester, is inviting non-theatre professionals to join in a unique workshop – one that’s for everyone who’s interested in theatre. Renowned for its ground-breaking, non-verbal performance style,...
Lifesaving charity Arrive Alive becomes charity of the year with Johnsons Coaches for 2023
Established in 1909 family business Johnsons Coaches has become one of the most well respected coach companies within the UK, winning multiple awards for its service and core values. With community and the service at the forefront of their business they have supported...
Procurement Act Must Quickly Deliver for SMEs
Only 20% of direct public sector procurement spend was with SMEs in 2024 – a similar figure to 2023 (19%) £45.4 billion was spent by Government directly with SMEs last year, up from £42.4 billion in 2023 Median spend per SME remained at £31,000 in 2024 Local...
BCC News
Procurement Act Must Quickly Deliver for SMEs
Only 20% of direct public sector procurement spend was with SMEs in 2024 – a similar figure to 2023 (19%) £45.4 billion was spent by Government directly with SMEs last year, up from £42.4 billion in 2023 Median spend per SME remained at £31,000 in 2024 Local...
Worcestershire News
Worcestershire Community Foundation and WMPCC launch Inclusive Communities Fund
Partnering with West Mercia Police & Crime Commission (WMPCC), Worcestershire Community Foundation is opening up a new grant funding opportunity for grassroots community organisations across Worcestershire. With £100,000 of funding, the Inclusive Communities Fund...
Centenary Lounge – Did you see their TV debut?
Centenary Lounge are excited to share some fantastic news about their cafe at Leamington Spa Station. Centenary Lounge has been featured in the latest episode of “The Architecture the Railways Built” with Tim Dunn on the Yesterday Channel, and they...
Herefordshire News
Hard Work – But Glorious: Stories from the Herefordshire Suffrage Campaign
When The Courtyard in Hereford closed its doors in March 2020 due to the pandemic, Fundraising Manager Clare Wichbold found herself at home on furlough. She took the opportunity to bring together her research on the suffrage campaign in Herefordshire to write a book....
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...
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Megan Baker House (MBH) has been a member of the Chamber of Commerce for 20 years and has provided unique help to those living with neurological disorders
Image features a visit by Ian Smith, High Sheriff of Worcestershire and Chairman of The Kildare Trust. MBH has a reputation for achieving remarkable outcomes, continuous innovation and the ability to offer immediate access for those in need. MBH is a leading provider...
Dolphin Computer Access: Innovating for Accessibility, Inclusion and Global Impact
From its headquarters in Worcester, Dolphin Computer Access transforms lives through technology that empowers blind and partially sighted people. It’s a leading example of how innovation fuels commercial success and social impact. For more than 35 years, Dolphin has...
Fire Service staff recognised for their exceptional work at Herefordshire Medals & Awards Ceremony
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service staff have been honoured for their outstanding service and commitment to the fire service and members of the community recognised for special commendation awards at two awards ceremonies at Worcester Guild Hall and...
Autumn Budget 2025: Your detailed summary
Rachel Reeves’s second Budget boosts welfare spending paid for through stealth tax rises, and taxes on property, savings and dividends. Income tax rates remain unchanged, but frozen thresholds for a further three years and wealth-focused levies do the heavy lifting. ...
Transforming Connectivity Across 150 Sites: Our Successful Partnership with Salutem
We are delighted to share the successful completion of one of our latest projects with a leading UK care and education establishment, Salutem, a truly collaborative effort that brought innovation, technology and teamwork together on a remarkable scale. From concept to...
Government updates on unfair dismissal rights (Day One Rights)
The government has confirmed that under the updated Employment Rights Bill (ERB), the qualifying period for ordinary unfair dismissal protection will be reduced from two years to six months. While the proposed “day-one” rights have been dropped, this six-month...
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