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Community spirit shines as Sleep Easy 2026 raises over £6,000 for young people
On 17th October, staff, supporters and families swapped their beds for cardboard boxes at YMCA Worcestershire’s first Sleep Easy event, raising over £6,000 for young people facing homelessness across the county. Participants slept out at Redditch United Football Club,...
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Community spirit shines as Sleep Easy 2026 raises over £6,000 for young people
On 17th October, staff, supporters and families swapped their beds for cardboard boxes at YMCA Worcestershire’s first Sleep Easy event, raising over £6,000 for young people facing homelessness across the county. Participants slept out at Redditch United Football Club,...
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Pineapple Recruitment celebrates third birthday as growth plans gather pace
A Worcester-based recruitment firm is celebrating its third birthday after a period of sustained growth that has seen it create new jobs, expand into new sectors and strengthen its presence across the UK. Pineapple Recruitment, which specialises in recruiting talent...
Call for exhibitors as Worcester STEAMfest returns
Businesses, educators, community groups and organisations are being invited to apply for exhibition space at Worcester’s popular STEAMfest. Taking place at The Hive on Saturday 23 January, STEAMfest brings together science, technology, engineering, arts, and...
Patron & Strategic News
University Welfare Officer Takes on Epic 50-Hour Pool Marathon
A University of Worcester colleague is preparing to spend more than two days at the pool table in a marathon fundraising effort to support students facing financial hardship. Starting at 10am on Thursday 15 October, Ian Alley will play pool continuously for 50 hours...
SUTCLIFFE & CO WINS GREAT BRITISH BUSINESS & COMMUNITY AWARD
Worcester-based Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers is celebrating a major achievement after being named SME of the Year at the Great British Business & Community Awards. The national accolade follows an earlier success this year when the company won SME of the...
Chamber News
Chamber Proud to Host Armed Forces Networking Breakfast
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is delighted to be hosting its Armed Forces Networking Breakfast on 23rd April 2026, bringing together businesses, partners and members of the Armed Forces community for a morning of connection and...
Welcome New Members | March 2026
A warm welcome to our newest members who joined us throughout March: Mobile Care & Domestic Services Ltd — Provides in-home care and domestic support services to help individuals maintain independence and wellbeing in their own homes. Marlow’s Cleaning...
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Welcome New Members | February
A warm welcome to our newest members who joined us throughout February: Advita Ortho UK Ltd – A medical technology and device company manufacturing and supplying innovative orthopedic implants and AI-enhanced surgical solutions. Elgar Energy Holdings Ltd –...
Welcome New Members | February
A warm welcome to our newest members who joined us throughout February: Advita Ortho UK Ltd – A medical technology and device company manufacturing and supplying innovative orthopedic implants and AI-enhanced surgical solutions. Elgar Energy Holdings Ltd –...
Policy News
Solicitor issues alert to businesses ahead of Employment law changes
One of the county’s leading employment lawyers has urged business to ensure they are prepared and have ‘ticked all the boxes’ ahead of sweeping changes to Employment laws. Sally Morris, partner and head of employment at law firm mfg Solicitors, has taken steps to warn...
Calm Before The Inflation Storm
Responding to the latest inflation data, published this morning by the Office for National Statistics, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “For businesses across the UK, today’s inflation data represents the calm before the...
Skills News
From Learners to Leaders – Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2025
It’s National Apprenticeship Week 2025, and we’ve picked our own theme this year, to showcase the journey (our) apprentices take as they evolve on the job – From Learners to Leaders. Apprenticeships are more than just earning a qualification; they’re about...
Worcester Based Recruitment Firm Sees 60% Growth in Roles
Worcester-based Four Squared Recruitment has achieved a 60% growth in retained recruitment work throughout 2024, providing a much-needed boost to the slowing recruitment market. By prioritising a retained search model and committing to partnerships that go beyond...
Charity News
OWB Creative donates craft boxes to charity to support childhood cancer families
Generous marketing specialists OWB Creative have donated colourful craft boxes to a charity supporting families impacted by childhood cancer. The team at OWB Creative, part of Chamber Member DRPG Group, decorated and filled four large boxes with crafting gifts and...
Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre Announces Partnership with Primrose Hospice
Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre has announced Primrose Hospice as one of its chosen charity partners, beginning what promises to be a meaningful and long-lasting relationship with one of Worcestershire’s most valued local charities. Known for its...
Defence Investment – A Challenge The UK Cannot Get Wrong
The Autumn Budget will contain a political hand grenade for the new Chancellor John Healey to defuse in the shape of the Defence Investment Plan. The initial announcement on defence spending at the end of June 2026, left several unresolved funding commitments to be...
BCC News
Defence Investment – A Challenge The UK Cannot Get Wrong
The Autumn Budget will contain a political hand grenade for the new Chancellor John Healey to defuse in the shape of the Defence Investment Plan. The initial announcement on defence spending at the end of June 2026, left several unresolved funding commitments to be...
Worcestershire News
Will writing drive to raise funds for Worcestershire Community Foundation
Specialist legal teams at two Worcester law firms are throwing their support behind the Worcestershire Community Foundation through a month-long Will writing initiative. Throughout June, solicitors at City firms Bradley Haynes and HCR Law will be offering to write...
Severn Valley Railway launches short film to celebrate its 60th anniversary
The Severn Valley Railway has released a short promotional film, celebrating its 60th anniversary and marking its involvement with the Railway 200 celebrations that are also taking place in 2025-26. The film features a range of volunteers from across the railway,...
Herefordshire News
Herefordshire Law Firm Announces New Partners
A Herefordshire law firm is celebrating the appointments of four new partners – including one who started out as an office secretary nearly 30 years ago. Lanyon Bowdler has announced that four senior members of staff have been promoted to partners –...
Turning Risks into Opportunities: How Insurance Can Support Business Growth in Herefordshire and Worcestershire
Running a business in Herefordshire and Worcestershire presents fantastic opportunities, but it also involves risks. Whether you’re a manufacturer in Malvern, a farm shop owner in Herefordshire, or a tech start-up in Worcester… growth often means taking on...
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New Book Supports Teachers Preparing the Skilled Workforce of the Future
A new book co-authored by a Worcestershire higher education expert provides a practical framework for teachers delivering technical and vocational education. Mike Tyler, Senior Lecturer in Further Education and Skills, has written Principles of Technical and...
Law firm welcomes the next generation of legal talent
A group of seven trainee solicitors have joined Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors as it continues to invest in the next generation of talent. The new trainees beginning their two-year training contracts are Gabriella Livesey, Katie Stubbs, Ella Gray, Lauren...
Why Muriel Spark’s Vision Still Resonates in the Digital Era
An award-winning biographer says celebrated novelist Muriel Spark would have been fascinated by social media, online identity, and the modern information age ahead of a special literary event in Worcester next month. James Bailey, author of Muriel Spark biography Like...
Exhibition in The Hive Marks 80 Years of the University of Worcester in the City
A special exhibition celebrating the University of Worcester’s 80-year contribution to education, opportunity and community life is now open in The Hive. The exhibition, titled Inspired for Life: University of Worcester 80th Anniversary, charts eight decades of...
Lord-Lieutenant celebrates the people and future of the Severn Valley Railway
The Lord-Lieutenant of Worcestershire, Beatrice Grant, visited the Severn Valley Railway on Friday 25 September, with her Deputy Charles Moyle and the Mayor of Kidderminster, Cllr Shazu Miah, to learn about its volunteers, community role and ambitious future plans....
Christmas magic steams into the Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway is getting ready to pull out all the stops for Christmas, with a packed programme of festive experiences offering something for families, friends and anyone looking to get into the Christmas spirit. At the heart of the festive programme are...
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