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UK Trade Stabilises After Tariff Hit
Responding to the latest ONS data on trade, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “UK trade showed signs of stabilising in May as the initial impact of higher US tariffs began to subside. “Services exports and imports showed steady month on month...
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UK Trade Stabilises After Tariff Hit
Responding to the latest ONS data on trade, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “UK trade showed signs of stabilising in May as the initial impact of higher US tariffs began to subside. “Services exports and imports showed steady month on month...
Member News
Rip-roaring fun as the Severn Valley Railway steps back to the 1940s
The Severn Valley Railway is recreating the spirit of the British Home Front across two weekends in June, for its ever-popular Step Back to the 1940s events. On 7/8 June and 14/15 June, the heritage line is hosting a festival of forties-themed fun, with music,...
Solicitor highlights key advantages of Golden Brick and Turnkey Agreements
A leading residential development lawyer has highlighted the key benefits of golden brick and turnkey agreements for developers in relation to their construction projects, in order to make the most of the financial benefits they bring. Golden brick agreements allow...
Patron & Strategic News
Ormerod Rutter Chartered Accountants welcomes 12 new apprentices.
Ormerod Rutter Chartered Accountants is proud to announce the addition of 12 new apprentices to its growing team this year. Accountancy apprentices will have the opportunity to work in different areas of the practice whilst working towards their qualifications. The...
Bishop Fleming Announces Local Hospice As Charity Partner
The Worcester office of Bishop Fleming, a leading audit, accounting, tax, and advisory firm, is pleased to announce its partnership with St Richard’s Hospice as its chosen charity for the next 12 months. St Richard’s Hospice offers free, expert care and...
Chamber News
Strategic Lead appointed to represent Worcestershire Voluntary & Community Sector
Voluntary and Community Sector Strategic Lead appointed to champion the sector across Worcestershire. Esther Passingham has been appointed to the newly created role, aimed at bringing together VCS groups and organisations with Worcestershire County Council and NHS to...
International Women’s Day 2022 | #BreakTheBias | Worcestershire
CAPTION: Rachel Jenkins (MD, Curvy Kate), Phillippa Mills (Chief Constable, West Mercia Police), Sharon Smith (CEO, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce) and Liz Warner (DI, West Mercia Police). Business women who live and work in and around...
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Introducing NS Ede Consulting Ltd
NS Ede Consulting Ltd is directed by Nigel Shaun Ede, who offers full implementation and ongoing support of ISO & BRC Business Quality Management Systems. Nigel is also qualified to undertake both internal and supplier audits. Leaning on over thirty years of hands...
Introducing NS Ede Consulting Ltd
NS Ede Consulting Ltd is directed by Nigel Shaun Ede, who offers full implementation and ongoing support of ISO & BRC Business Quality Management Systems. Nigel is also qualified to undertake both internal and supplier audits. Leaning on over thirty years of hands...
Policy News
Next phase of reopening
The government has outlined the measures that will allowed outdoor pools to reopen from Saturday 11 July and will allow indoor gyms, swimming pools and sports facilities to reopen from Saturday 25 July, ensuring millions of people can get back into more sport and...
New EU Exit information released for businesses
The EU has made available documents which outline the main areas of change that will take place in at the end of the transition period, whether there is an agreement on a future partnership between the European Union and the United kingdom or not. The changes...
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Charity News
National Star pop-up workshop
Disability charity National Star is staging a pop-up workshop at its day college in Hereford later this month to encourage Herefordshire businesses looking to address their current staffing problems to give workers with disabilities the chance to shine as part of...
Dedicate a Light of Love
Hundreds of twinkling lights will be lit in memory and celebration of loved ones this festive season, in the annual St Richard’s Hospice Lights of Love campaign. There will be two moving and uplifting St Richard’s Lights of Love services at Worcester Cathedral at...
BCC welcomes supply chain and trade focus in integrated review
Reacting to the publication of the 2023 Integrated Review, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “The renewed commitments to tackling climate change, sustainable development, and economic empowerment of women are all welcome in the Review. “On...
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BCC welcomes supply chain and trade focus in integrated review
Reacting to the publication of the 2023 Integrated Review, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “The renewed commitments to tackling climate change, sustainable development, and economic empowerment of women are all welcome in the Review. “On...
Worcestershire News
Worcestershire Community Foundation Seeks New Board Members!
Worcestershire Community Foundation is a local charitable body and one of the leading grantmakers in Worcestershire; we act as a conduit to local philanthropy, linking private and public funders with community projects across the county. We are an accredited member of...
BRI completes acquisition to kick-start 2023
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber members, BRI Wealth Management have completed on a further acquisition, this time in Worcestershire. The wealth management firm has acquired Bransford Financial Planning based in the St Johns area of Worcester. Mark Davis who...
Herefordshire News
Grant funding available for projects that support climate change
Businesses, community groups and organisations are being encouraged to apply for grant funding to support projects that help tackle climate change and/or enhance the natural environment. There are a number of grant schemes currently available including: Community...
A new creative campus for Hereford
Station Approach is a brand new for 2021, £19m private sector led investment offering high specification and secure student accommodation, enabling the growth of higher education. The accommodation is located next to Hereford Railway Station and is mid-way between two...
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Rotherwood Healthcare Named Finalists at the Love Laundry Awards 2024
Rotherwood Healthcare Named Finalists at the Love Laundry Awards 2024 Rotherwood Healthcare, an award-winning care provider, is delighted to announce that two of its nursing homes, Dorset House in Droitwich Spa and Kington Court in Kington, Herefordshire, have been...
Rotherwood Healthcare Shortlisted for Double Awards at the Leaders in Care Awards 2024
Rotherwood Healthcare Shortlisted for Double Awards at the Leaders in Care Awards 2024 Rotherwood Healthcare, an award-winning care provider, is pleased to announce that it has been shortlisted as a finalist for the prestigious Leaders in Care Awards 2024. This event...
Hampton Grange & Gwen Walford Care Homes Welcome Mayor of Hereford
Apologies, we have since edited the story, I have previously just sent this through. Please can you use the below content as the story – Hampton Grange and Gwen Walford Care Homes in Hereford recently had the honour of welcoming a very special visitor, the Mayor of...
Cyber Security Alert for Businesses Across Worcestershire
The head of a Worcestershire IT and software provider has urged businesses across the county to bolster their IT security following a rise in cyber-attacks. The warning comes from Susan Marlow, managing director of Kidderminster firm Minster Micro, as recent...
University Students Earn Places on Healthcare Leadership Programme
Two University of Worcester students have secured places on a prestigious programme that aims to develop future healthcare leaders. Jake Shaw, who is coming into his second year studying Mental Health Nursing, and Swathi Suresh, who is in her third year of an Adult...
University Study to Find out Why Food is so Good when it Comes to Helping People who Live with Dementia.
A new study from the University of Worcester-based Association for Dementia Studies will examine how food is used by community groups that support people affected by dementia. The Food, Glorious Food project is now underway, aiming to understand the impact of offering...
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