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The Westmead Hotel Joins the Chamber of Commerce — A Proudly Independent, Family-Owned Business Strengthening Local Connections
The Westmead Hotel is delighted to announce its membership with the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. As a proudly independent, family-owned business with over 20 years experience in the hospitality industry, joining the Chamber marks an exciting...
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The Westmead Hotel Joins the Chamber of Commerce — A Proudly Independent, Family-Owned Business Strengthening Local Connections
The Westmead Hotel is delighted to announce its membership with the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. As a proudly independent, family-owned business with over 20 years experience in the hospitality industry, joining the Chamber marks an exciting...
Member News
Why Register your Designs?
Think about how we buy products these days. If you’re anything like me, your buying habits will have become increasingly ‘visual’. I will search online for something I want to buy, and the overwhelming choice available these days means that I often have to rely on...
Greensafe IT Showcases Innovation at Global ITAD Summit
Worcestershire based IT asset disposition specialist, Greensafe IT, recently attended the prestigious ITAD Summit in Las Vegas. Joining industry leaders from across the globe to discuss the future of secure data destruction, IT recycling and circular economy...
Patron & Strategic News
Crumplebury and Curradine Barns Triumph at Artemis Master Chef Competition
We’re beyond excited to give a huge shoutout to the incredible talent in our kitchens here at Crumplebury and Curradine Barns. After a thrilling battle at the Artemis Master Chef competition in January, we’re proud to announce that Tom Francis from Crumplebury took...
Key Strategies to Manage Working Capital in 2025
In an unpredictable economy, businesses must optimise working capital by adjusting pricing, managing inventory efficiently, and leveraging digital tools. Five Key Strategies: Adjust Pricing – Regularly update prices to reflect inflation and rising costs. Optimise...
Chamber News
A Sprinkle of Success
Truly (UK) Ltd stocks the biggest selection of sprinkles and inclusions in the country, all from their base near Ludlow. Truly exports their products to 28 countries worldwide, as well as supplying most of the businesses that sell sprinkles here in the UK. The...
Law firm completes gruelling Three Peaks challenge to support Hereford charity
A team of adventurous lawyers have completed a gruelling challenge to climb the Welsh Three Peaks in less than 24 hours to support a Herefordshire charity. The hikers from Lanyon Bowdler, which has offices in Hereford and Bromyard, conquered Pen y Fan, Cadair Idris...
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Introducing Green Moon Coaching
Green Moon Coaching offers support and coaching programmes to women in wellbeing business. From half day VIP sessions to 12 week in-depth 121 coaching, women in wellbeing business can find alignment with their business, clarity on their work-life journey and be at...
Introducing Green Moon Coaching
Green Moon Coaching offers support and coaching programmes to women in wellbeing business. From half day VIP sessions to 12 week in-depth 121 coaching, women in wellbeing business can find alignment with their business, clarity on their work-life journey and be at...
Policy News
European Commission data adequacy ruling
Today, the European Commission launched the process towards the adoption of two adequacy decisions for transfers of personal data to the United Kingdom, one under the General Data Protection Regulation and the other for the Law Enforcement Directive. The publication...
Business Rates Review delayed until Autumn
The final report of the government’s fundamental review of business rates will now be published in the Autumn, when there is more economic certainty. Due to the ongoing and wide-ranging impacts of the pandemic and economic uncertainty, the government said the review’s...
Skills News
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Charity News
Community Café & Dementia Support Group – Lyppard Hub
Community Café A new Community Café launched in January at Lyppard Hub, the community centre in Warndon Villages. The café is open on Wednesday and Thursday mornings and provides a friendly, welcoming environment for people to meet others in the community and enjoy a...
Primrose 1920’s Ball – Meet our volunteers!
After setbacks from the pandemic, Primrose Hospice is excited to hold their annual ball, which this year has a fabulous Roaring 20’s theme. The Hospice will be running their iconic Primrose Prizes with prizes donated from a huge variety of local businesses. The...
COP28: An Overview
COP 28 refers to the United Nations Climate Change Conference, which took place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from 30 November until 12 December 2023. UN Climate Change conferences (or COPs) take place every year, and are the world’s only multilateral...
BCC News
COP28: An Overview
COP 28 refers to the United Nations Climate Change Conference, which took place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from 30 November until 12 December 2023. UN Climate Change conferences (or COPs) take place every year, and are the world’s only multilateral...
Worcestershire News
Email marketing can form an integral part of an organisation’s marketing strategy.
E-shots are a key piece to the marketing puzzle. For many, email marketing is also a way to manage contacts – platforms like Mailerlite and Mailchimp can support contact management, with built-in GDPR – as well as suitably designed templates to choose from (or...
New Chief Executive Appointed in Charity’s 25th Anniversary Year
Worcestershire Association of Carers has appointed new Chief Executive Karen Edwards replacing Carole Cumino, who has moved on from the role after 12 years in post. Karen has extensive experience in the voluntary sector and joins WAC in the same year that the charity...
Herefordshire News
Herefordshire Council appoints new health chief
Herefordshire Council has appointed its new director of public health. Matt Pearce takes up the role that puts him in charge of the health of the population of Herefordshire. Matt brings considerable experience to the role, having worked in public health for over 15...
Here to help – Finance options available to drive business growth, says champion
Businesses across the Marches have been challenged to kickstart a new era of growth across the region by taking advantage of the huge range of finance now available. Paul Kalinauckas says there is a wider range of funding and finance options on offer to businesses...
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Growth Suffers As Firms Face Choppy Waters Ahead
Responding to the latest GDP data released by the ONS, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “With businesses facing an impending avalanche of cost pressures, it’s unsurprising that growth is in trouble. With GDP shrinking in...
AI Agents: An Introduction
Artificial Intelligence (AI) agents are emerging as the dominant tech trend for 2025, according to Gartner. These agents harness generative AI, helping businesses realise significant returns on their AI investments by automating complex workflows and augmenting human...
Industrial Supply Co. UK Team Takes on London Landmarks Half Marathon in Support of Mental Health Charity
MSC Industrial Supply Co. UK Team Takes on London Landmarks Half Marathon in Support of Mental Health Charity A dedicated team of runners from MSC Industrial Supply Co. UK is set to take on the London Landmarks Half Marathon on April 6 to raise vital funds for the...
University Students Try out Latest Performance Analysis Technology
Students at the University of Worcester got a chance to try out some of the latest technology in the world of sports performance analysis. SmartCart Technologies visited to speak to students on the Master’s Sport (Applied Performance Analysis) course about the latest...
‘Betton Grange’ to guest at SVR’s Spring Steam Gala
The Severn Valley Railway has confirmed that GWR 6880 ‘Betton Grange’ will star at its Spring Steam Gala on 18 to 21 April. Dubbed the ‘81st Grange’, it is the sole representative of the Grange class – all the original 80 locomotives were withdrawn for scrap by...
University of Worcester Recognised for Community Work and Inclusive Approach
The University of Worcester has been shortlisted for two awards recognising its contribution to the community and its commitment to inclusion. The Circle 2 Success Regional Business Awards celebrate excellence in businesses and organisations across the South Midlands...
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