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Addressing the Illusion of Protection
In the UK, incorporation is often perceived as a shield. The concept of “limited liability” gives many business owners and directors confidence that their personal assets are protected from business risk. While this is partly true, it can also create a false sense of...
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Addressing the Illusion of Protection
In the UK, incorporation is often perceived as a shield. The concept of “limited liability” gives many business owners and directors confidence that their personal assets are protected from business risk. While this is partly true, it can also create a false sense of...
Member News
Severn Valley Railway freezes fares for 2026 to deliver outstanding value to visitors
The Severn Valley Railway has announced that its 2026 fares will be frozen at 2025 prices. This reaffirms the railway’s commitment to offering great-value heritage experiences in an increasingly competitive tourism market. The fare freeze includes Freedom of the Line...
Personal injury specialist urges patients to come forward after chemotherapy scare
Victims of a cancer specialist under investigation for prescribing a toxic chemotherapy drug are being urged to seek legal help. More than 20 patients are suing University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust after claiming they were given unnecessary...
Patron & Strategic News
NMITE Partners with Octopus Energy to Launch a New Bursary for Aspiring Women Engineers
The New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) today announces a new bursary, in partnership with Octopus Energy, to open pathways for aspiring women engineers. The Octopus Energy Bursary provides a total cash award of £5,000 to four women joining as a...
Worcester Shortlisted for University of the Year for the Fourth Time
The University of Worcester has been named as a finalist in this year’s University of the Year award, by Times Higher Education. Widely viewed as the top accolade a UK university can achieve, the award honours an institution that has demonstrated exceptional...
Chamber News
BCC and IBCC Welcome New UK-Israel Trade Negotiations
Commenting on the launch of the negotiations, William Bain, the BCC’s Head of Trade Policy, said: “Business supports these efforts to develop an improved trade agreement with Israel to boost the supply of services between our countries. “There are also...
Worcester Graduate Accepted on to Prestigious Law Trainee Contract
A University of Worcester Law graduate has been accepted onto a prestigious two-year training contract with a national firm. Steph Atkins, 24, will begin her traineeship with Bevan Brittan, based in Birmingham, in September. “I don’t think it’s actually sunk in...
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Introducing Nova Internet
Nova Internet is a full-service digital agency focussed on helping startups and small businesses succeed online. Their core services include Web Design & Development, Branding & Graphic Design, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing and Pay-Per-Click...
Introducing Nova Internet
Nova Internet is a full-service digital agency focussed on helping startups and small businesses succeed online. Their core services include Web Design & Development, Branding & Graphic Design, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing and Pay-Per-Click...
Policy News
EU Exit: UK unilaterally extend grace periods on Irish Sea border checks
The EU’s chief Brexit negotiator has said that legal action is imminent over the UK’s move to unilaterally extend grace periods on Irish Sea border checks. On Thursday 4 March, the UK government extended another of the Irish Sea border grace periods, this...
Rapid Covid testing now available to all businesses in England
Workplace Covid testing is now available to all businesses in England, the government has announced, including those with fewer than 50 employees. Businesses of all sizes can register to order lateral flow tests for their workers, the Department of Health and Social...
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Charity News
Headway Worcestershire have a vacancy for a Volunteer Treasurer
Local charity Headway Worcestershire are seeking a new team member – and hope you can help? Headway Worcestershire support people affected by acquired brain injury across Worcestershire and seek a new Volunteer Treasurer to add to their team. They say: What are we...
Summer Concert Set to Impress!
Tickets for the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity Summer Concert taking place on Saturday 6th August 2022 at Sixways Stadium Worcester are now just £15! This fabulous event features the D Day Darlings, Tenuto as well as other fantastic support acts. Guests will...
BCC Economic Forecast: Growth Downgraded as Firms Struggle to Invest and Export
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Quarterly Economic Forecast (QEF) has revised down growth expectations for 2025, as firms deal with a raft of rising cost pressures. Business investment and exports are likely to suffer this year because of the impact of the...
BCC News
BCC Economic Forecast: Growth Downgraded as Firms Struggle to Invest and Export
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Quarterly Economic Forecast (QEF) has revised down growth expectations for 2025, as firms deal with a raft of rising cost pressures. Business investment and exports are likely to suffer this year because of the impact of the...
Worcestershire News
University of Worcester Academic Presents Work at National Domestic Violence Conference
A Senior Lecturer in Domestic and Sexual Violence at the University of Worcester was invited to present at a national Festival of Practice. The event, held in Manchester, was hosted by Nicole Jacobs, the national Domestic Abuse Commissioner, and showcased examples of...
SUTCLIFFE & CO ANNOUNCED AS A FINALIST IN THE CHAMBER AWARDS 2023
Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers have been selected as a finalist in this year’s Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Award as ‘Small Business of the Year’. Having won the category ‘Excellence in Professional Services’ in the 2022...
Herefordshire News
Join NMITE for a free Employer Engagement Forum in Ross-on-Wye
This event will feature a range of guest speakers discussing the unique challenges and opportunities facing businesses in Ross-on-Wye. The team will also provide an overview of NMITE’s progress and details about how our Herefordshire Skills for the Future team...
ECHO Colour Fest 4th June
ECHO is planning a Colour run in June. What is a colour run you ask? It is a friendly run where at certain points along the route you get paint powder thrown over you to create a super colourful event! The event will be accessible and people will pay to take part. The...
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Worcestershire County Cricket Foundations Street Sixes was raining with joy
On Tuesday the 15th of July, the Worcestershire County Cricket Foundation hosted its annual Street Sixes which took place on Cathedral Square and down the High Street, despite the weather the fun could not be dampened. The event was put in place to raise money for the...
PAYROLLING BENEFITS IN KIND
From April 2027, all Benefits in Kind (BiKs) will need to be payrolled in real time. In our latest article, we break down what the new rules mean, how to manage the transitional year, and why early action is essential to avoid disruption later. Our advice is don’t...
The Limelite Lounge!
We’re really excited to be launching a brand-new series of live, relaxed, expert-led sessions, designed to bring you the latest insights and on-the-ground experience that’s shaping people management practices! Please welcome – The Limelite Lounge! These sessions...
6 Factors To Consider When Choosing A Computer Monitor for Your Business
Are you thinking about how to choose a computer monitor for your business? If we were to ask you what factors would go into making that decision, your response might be “I dunno”, or “Whatever’s cheapest, I guess”. After all, it’s...
Why Choose Managed IT Services?
To be a small business owner is to be a true autodidact. Nothing excites entrepreneurs more than rolling up their sleeves, learning new skills, and engaging in creative problem-solving. While this can-do attitude can serve them very well in business, there are times...
Hazelton Mountford raises over £5000 with charity steps challenge
Worcester based insurance brokers Hazelton Mountford are pleased to share the results of their June Charity Challenge, which saw staff walk an impressive 10.5 million steps and raise over £ 5,000 for charity. Throughout June, colleagues “stepped into...
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