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Marches HR continues growth with second team appointment
The Herefordshire-based, independent HR consultancy supporting small businesses and charities has welcomed Annette to the team as HR Advisor. Annette’s appointment builds on the business’ recent growth and reflects increasing demand for practical, personal HR support...
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Marches HR continues growth with second team appointment
The Herefordshire-based, independent HR consultancy supporting small businesses and charities has welcomed Annette to the team as HR Advisor. Annette’s appointment builds on the business’ recent growth and reflects increasing demand for practical, personal HR support...
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Learn the Art of Creating Villains at The Hive with Worcestershire Author
A free workshop will give aspiring crime writers and fans of the genre the chance to learn from a Worcestershire author in a masterclass on creating unforgettable villains. Held at The Hive on Wednesday 11 February, Dr Charlotte Barnes, published author and lecturer...
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...
Patron & Strategic News
Skills Minister Impressed at Worcester
The Minister for Skills has visited the University of Worcester, where she met the healthcare, legal, and sports science workers of the future and took questions from an audience of trainee teachers. Baroness Jacqui Smith spoke to PGCE students about her experiences...
Employers achieve Silver Award recognition for commitment to Defence personnel
Over 100 guests gathered at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire to celebrate thirty-six regional employers who have gained a prestigious award presented to them on behalf of the Ministry of Defence. Hosted by the West Midland Reserve Forces & Cadets...
Chamber News
University’s Dementia Care Website Rolled Out Across Wales
A website developed by staff in the University of Worcester’s Association for Dementia Studies, is being rolled out across hospitals across Wales. The Care Fit for VIPS website is a free online resource that allows health professionals to self-assess a service or...
Jerroms Merger Further Strengthens Growth Strategy
The Bromsgrove office of West Midlands and Worcestershire-based accountants and business advisers Jerroms has merged with GCN Accounting Services Limited (GCN) based in Dudley. Effective from Monday 1 August 2022, the newly merged business will trade as Jerroms GCN...
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Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Worcestershire Bewdley Coworking – Shared workspace in centre of Bewdley Malvern Art Products Ltd T/A MAP Group – Professional screen print and digital print with signage...
Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Worcestershire Bewdley Coworking – Shared workspace in centre of Bewdley Malvern Art Products Ltd T/A MAP Group – Professional screen print and digital print with signage...
Policy News
Restart Grant Scheme now open for applications
On 3 March 2021, the Chancellor announced the Restart Grant Scheme to help support businesses affected by the Coronavirus pandemic as they reopen in line with the gradual lifting of restrictions. Applications for the Restart Scheme are now open until 30 June 2021....
BCC says modest growth in GDP offers some hope for the future
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) have released data today (13 April) estimating that gross domestic product (GDP) has grown by 0.4% in February 2021. That follows a fall of 2.2% in January, an upward revision from negative 2.9%, as the UK entered the third...
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Julie Finch, Hay Festival CEO
Julie Finch is CEO of Hay Festival, the world’s leading literary charity bringing writers and readers together in events to inspire, examine and entertain globally. Based in the Festival’s head office in Hay-on-Wye, Wales, Finch joined the charity in August 2022 to...
HAY FESTIVAL AND LVIV BOOKFORUM UNVEIL PARTNERSHIP TO DEFEND FREE EXPRESSION
Ukrainian literature will be brought to a global audience of millions in a new digital partnership announced today between Ukraine’s largest literature festival, Lviv BookForum, and leading literary charity and global ideas platform Hay Festival. Taking place 6-9...
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...
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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...
Worcestershire News
John Legge’s 6 for 60
In his 60th year, Chamber trainer John Legge is undertaking 6 challenges reflecting some of the interests he has had over 60 years. These challenges will be in aid of his 3 chosen charities for 2023: Build it International – a charity run by John’s cousin which...
Wild Edric Media working with Sky TV
Herefordshire based video production agency Wild Edric Media announce their further expansion into creating TV adverts for small to medium businesses to promote their products and services. The company are working with AdSmart from Sky, which offers audience-targeted...
Herefordshire News
Hay Festival unveils free in-person Programme for Schools alongside Beacons Project and new student ticket offer
Hay Festival has today revealed the free Programme for Schools for this spring’s edition, bringing writers and young readers together in-person and online for a series of inspiring interactive activities and workshops, 26-27 May, ahead of the main programme 26 May-5...
Businesses invited to secure their spot to hire new employees
Award-winning supported employment and training charity, Landau, is organising its second Hereford job fair to help even more people across the county into work. Following the success of its first Hereford jobs fair in October 2021, the charity is hosting a larger...
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Rate Cut Will Help Firms in Choppy Waters
Responding to the latest interest rate decision by the Bank of England, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will welcome the decision to cut the base rate to 4%, marking a further move away from a prolonged period of...
Fuel the Journey, Power the Care: St Michael’s Hospice to launch four-day fundraising appeal to support nursing teams on the road
St Michael’s Hospice is launching a four-day fundraising campaign to support its nursing teams out on the road. ‘Fuel the Journey, Power the Care’ begins this Friday (8th) with the aim of raising £43,250 towards fuelling, leasing and insuring the fleet of Hospice at...
ONE’s 50km Charity Walk in aid of Worcester Snoezelen
As part of their 50th anniversary celebrations multi-disciplinary design company, ONE Creative environments’ (ONE’s) team will be undertaking a range of challenges to raise money for Worcester Snoezelen. This includes a 50km walk, taking place on 11 and 12 September...
Students’ Film Shortlisted for Festival Award
A film made by students at the University of Worcester has been shortlisted for an award at the Stratford Film Festival. Ben Monk and Joshua Prior’s film Celestial Intersect, created as part of their studies, is a finalist in the Best Feature category. Winners will be...
Completion of White Logistics 3rd Warehouse
White Logistics is close to completing its third warehouse at the company’s HQ in Pershore, Worcestershire — boosting overall capacity to 23,000 pallet spaces and enhancing its offer as a complete logistics partner. The new facility, opening September 2025, will add...
OCM promotes Steve Turberfield to Head of Corporate Accounts
OCM is proud to announce the promotion of Steve Turberfield to the role of Head of Corporate Accounts. Steve began his career at OCM in November 2001 as an IT Technician, before stepping into the role of Corporate Account Manager just a year later — a position he held...
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