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University of Worcester Dedicates Room to Honour Former Mayor Brenda Sheridan
A major room at the University of Worcester has been dedicated for Brenda Sheridan, a long-serving member of staff and highly respected community leader, councillor and former Mayor of Worcester. Brenda was an exceptional lecturer and highly valued member of staff at...
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University of Worcester Dedicates Room to Honour Former Mayor Brenda Sheridan
A major room at the University of Worcester has been dedicated for Brenda Sheridan, a long-serving member of staff and highly respected community leader, councillor and former Mayor of Worcester. Brenda was an exceptional lecturer and highly valued member of staff at...
Member News
Empowering Local Employers with AI & Automation: Free Apprenticeship Insights Webinar Announced for 13th February
Local employers are invited to join a high‑value, free online event designed to help organisations understand and embrace the fast‑evolving world of artificial intelligence and automation. Coinciding with National Apprentiecship Week 2026, the AI & Automation...
Exploring God’s Presence in Jewish Responses to the Holocaust
An academic from the University of Worcester will examine how Jewish thinkers have understood God’s presence before, during and after the Holocaust in a free event at The Hive. Dr Luke Devine, Head of History and Sociology at the University of Worcester, will deliver...
Patron & Strategic News
Major London Exhibition for Worcester Based Artist
An artist from Worcester is to host her first ever major exhibition, after winning a prestigious national award. Amber Sparrey, Technical Manager and Associate Lecturer at the University of Worcester’s Institute of Arts and Humanities, has been selected as the winner...
University a Finalist in National Sustainability Awards
The University of Worcester has been shortlisted for a national sustainability award, recognising its efforts to encourage biodiversity and support nature on campus. It has been named a finalist in the Nature Positive category of the Green Gown Awards for improving...
Chamber News
Kickstart Scheme a Success for over 600 Young People
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce have been working with Worcestershire County Council and Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership to deliver over 600 Kickstart jobs since 2020. The scheme, launched by the UK Government in 2020 as part of...
June Round-Up
It’s a busy time for many right now, with the holiday season coming up, so it’s been great to meet so many Chamber Members over the last month or so. In brief, I enjoyed a video call with Donna Fisher at Smile Box to understand more about the fast-growing mental...
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CHOOSiE – Supporting Local
The high street was already in some trouble before the Coronavirus Pandemic caused most shops to close their doors – some for good. Signs screaming ‘CLOSING DOWN SALE’, boarded up windows, abandoned stores and an increase in charity shops had become common sights in...
CHOOSiE – Supporting Local
The high street was already in some trouble before the Coronavirus Pandemic caused most shops to close their doors – some for good. Signs screaming ‘CLOSING DOWN SALE’, boarded up windows, abandoned stores and an increase in charity shops had become common sights in...
Policy News
Chamber Employment Report 2020-21 reveals extent of challenges faced by local businesses
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with EBC Group and Hewett Recruitment, have released their Employment Report 2020-21. The report focuses on how businesses have been impacted by Covid-19 and the significant employment and...
New requirements for haulier firms
New government policy now requires drivers to have a negative Covid test before travelling to ports. Costs of the tests will be met by government and businesses are encouraged to go through their local authority for the necessary equipment. BEIS Minister Scully has...
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Vamos Theatre unveils scheme to find the next generation of mask theatre performers
Vamos Theatre, the UK’s leading full mask theatre company, has launched the Vamos Emerging Artists programme, designed to introduce young actors to the skills of performing in mask, and to discover the next generation of 18-24-year-old performers from diverse...
Pimm’s Anyone? Charity Networking Event Friday 2nd September 4-7pm at Kingsway House
There are lots of different ways of raising money for charity: some of them are terrifying (skydive anyone?), some of them are exhausting (marathon anyone?) and some of them are just silly (fancy sitting in a bath full of baked beans anyone?). At Kingsway House we...
Inflation Dips but Price Pressures on Business Remain
Reacting to the latest inflation data released this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s slight dip in the inflation rate is welcome but it’s not a game-changer. Underlying price pressures within the economy...
BCC News
Inflation Dips but Price Pressures on Business Remain
Reacting to the latest inflation data released this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s slight dip in the inflation rate is welcome but it’s not a game-changer. Underlying price pressures within the economy...
Worcestershire News
NDP Electrical awarded industry accreditations!
NDP Electrical renew their accreditations annually, this ensures that they are compliant in their industry and it shows their clients that they adhere to legislation and work to a high standard. NDP are proud to announce that they have just renewed and been...
PSE Offline Marketing Join the Chamber
PSE Offline Marketing is a family-owned growth marketing agency, established in 1995 by brothers Phil and Rob Newton. With offices in Droitwich and Shoreditch, it specialises in creatively connecting brands with individuals, working with the likes of Hello Fresh,...
Herefordshire News
Cyclists of all abilities will ride from London to Paris to help a Hereford charity
The chance to imitate the world’s best cyclists by riding around Paris on the final weekend of the Tour de France is on offer to anyone wanting to support The Little Princess Trust. The Hereford children’s cancer charity has secured 60 places on a three-day cycle ride...
Skills for the Future
NMITE’s Herefordshire Skills for the Future programme, which is part-funded by the European Social Fund, aims to help bridge the gap between small businesses and the education sector and develop enterprise skills amongst young people. Since summer 2021 their dedicated...
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Shortlisted for New Innovation of the Year – we need your vote!
We are thrilled to announce that ‘Journey’ developed by OCIUS CONSULTING, who is a member and regular contributor within the Chamber, has been shortlisted for an award in the prestigious Innovation Awards 2025! NEW INNOVATION OF THE YEAR – Ocius...
BCC Welcome Clarity On Energy Pricing
Responding to the government’s decision not to introduce zonal pricing, Ben Martin, Policy Manager at the BCC, said: “We believe the government has made the right decision in ruling out zonal pricing. Its Clean Power Mission has the right ambition; to ensure that the...
Trade Strategy Must Support Smaller Exporters
Fewer than one fifth (18%) of micro-exporters (fewer than 10 employees) increased export orders in Q2, with 29% reporting a decrease. By comparison, 29% of large exporters (more than 250 staff) increased their export orders with a fifth (20%) reporting a drop. More...
Atwell G2G Cycle Challenge Smashes £12,000 Fundraising Target
In a challenge of a lifetime, Worcester based Atwell International Ltd, took on a 320-mile mission on 26th June to cycle from Gheluvelt Park in Worcester to Gheluvelt in Belgium (Ypres), in a gruelling four-day journey to smash their fundraising charity target of...
Law firm hosts Lions rugby networking event
Partners from Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors hosted a special British & Irish Lions networking event at Stourton Park, home of Stourbridge Rugby Club. Over 90 business professionals from across the region attended the breakfast event to network and cheer...
Severn Valley Railway wins UK Enterprise award
The Severn Valley Railway has been named as Leading Railway Enthusiast Site in the 2025 SME UK Enterprise Awards. Awards coordinator Laura O’Carroll said: ‘SME News prides itself on the validity of its awards and winners. The awards are given solely on merit and are...
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