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Devolution Plans must Deliver on Local Economic Growth
After the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill was introduced to Parliament today, Jonny Haseldine, Head of Corporate Governance and Business Environment Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will welcome further devolution to...
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Devolution Plans must Deliver on Local Economic Growth
After the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill was introduced to Parliament today, Jonny Haseldine, Head of Corporate Governance and Business Environment Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will welcome further devolution to...
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HCR Law Strengthens Regional Presence with Largest-Ever Promotion Round
Top 60 UK law firm HCR Law has announced significant UK-wide regional growth. In the largest promotion round in its history, HCR Law has promoted 87 lawyers and support professionals across all legal disciplines and within the firm’s 10 offices, reflecting the firm’s...
Delighted to announce our new partnership with Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity
We’re absolutely delighted to announce our new partnership with Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity for the next 12 months! Our Hands On At Work team will be delivering seated massage sessions to the incredible staff at Worcester, Redditch, and Kidderminster...
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Bishop Flemings Outstanding Apprentice Programme Draws Record Numbers
Bishop Fleming is celebrating triple Apprenticeship success after receiving an Outstanding rating from Ofsted’s first full inspection of its apprenticeship provision, along with a string of other accolades. The leading audit, accountancy, tax, and advisory firm...
Innovation Takes Centre Stage: NMITE Launches New Programme and Vision for Centre for Innovation and Future Skills
NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) announces the launch of the Innovation Programme 2024-2025, a key initiative aimed at supporting local businesses and driving innovation in Herefordshire. This programme marks the initial phase of establishing...
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What does being well in Worcestershire mean to you?
Health and Wellbeing Strategy Consultation 2022-2032 What is The Health and Wellbeing Board (HWB)? The HWB brings together the organisations responsible for making decisions about services in Worcestershire that support our health and wellbeing things like children’s...
Qwell mental wellbeing support
Qwell is a FREE, anonymous, confidential and safe online emotional wellbeing service, offering professional support, information, discussion boards and more for adults. Access 365 days a year to counsellors who are available from: 12.00-10.00pm Monday to Friday...
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Introducing Blackberry Design
Blackberry Design are a creative design agency working with businesses across Redditch, Herefordshire and Worcestershire, and the Midlands to deliver creative print and web design solutions. The company offer a strong tradition in branding, logo design and print...

Introducing Blackberry Design
Blackberry Design are a creative design agency working with businesses across Redditch, Herefordshire and Worcestershire, and the Midlands to deliver creative print and web design solutions. The company offer a strong tradition in branding, logo design and print...
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Updated Coronavirus travel advice
To access any information relating to travelling overseas during the coronavirus pandemic visit the Travel advice: coronavirus page. To find out which countries and territories are exempt from advice against ‘all but essential’ international travel, click here....
Change in state aid rules for government-backed loan schemes
The EU has extended its state aid temporary framework to all small companies (less than 50 employees and less than EUR 10 million of annual turnover and/or annual balance sheet total), even if they were in “financial difficulty” on 31 December 2019. This amendment...
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Borwell charity event with Worcestershire Breast Unit
The team at borwell invite you to join them on Wednesday 20 October in Phase 3 Conference Room for a Lunch & Learn with Steven Thrush from Worcestershire Breast Unit Haven. The entry cost of £10 will be donated directly to the charity along with any further...
Herefordshire Media Company, Rural Media, receives six Royal Television Society Nominations
Herefordshire media charity and production house Rural Media has received six nominations for the 2021 Royal Television Society Awards. Highlighted for their writing, directing and talent development skills, Rural Media’s short-film The Willows has been singled out...

BCC welcomes proposals for new protocol agreement
Reacting to news of a proposed agreement on the Northern Ireland Protocol, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “The BCC has long been calling for a negotiated solution to the trading difficulties caused by the initial version of the protocol. ...
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BCC welcomes proposals for new protocol agreement
Reacting to news of a proposed agreement on the Northern Ireland Protocol, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “The BCC has long been calling for a negotiated solution to the trading difficulties caused by the initial version of the protocol. ...
Worcestershire News
Brides ‘find the one’ at pop up boutique
Brides-to-be are flocking to a pop-up boutique in Worcester to find their dream dresses. St Richard’s Hospice launched ‘Snowdrops Bridal’ at 34 Chapel Walk, Crowngate Shopping Centre, Worcester, in mid-February and have welcomed hundreds of shoppers. The boutique...
Welcome B Smith Packaging (Worcester) Ltd to the Chamber
B Smith Packaging has been a specialist in the packaging field for over 50 years. We pride ourselves on offering a bespoke, cost-effective, sustainable, and personalised service to our clients to enable them to promote their brand and business to their consumers in...
Herefordshire News
Lights – St Michael’s Hospice Charity Event
An evening of festive light, fun and splendour in the glowing grounds of St Michael’s in partnership with Black Mountains Botanicals. Gin Tasting Magical Light Switch On Espresso Martini Launch Apres Ski Cuisine Christmas Village Goody Bag Date & Time: 2nd &...
A Morning with Venetia Williams | 21/11/21
One of the UK’s most famous racehorse trainers is offering a rare glimpse inside her renowned Herefordshire stables. Venetia Williams will welcome a limited number of horse racing followers to her Aramstone home in Kings Caple on Sunday 21st November. Those attending...
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Kidderminster law firm raises funds for Home-Start Wyre Forest
A Kidderminster law firm has donated over £4,000 to local charity, Home-Start Wyre Forest. Partners and support staff at Kidderminster’s mfg Solicitors held events throughout the past 12 months for the charity which provides support and advice to struggling Wyre...
Bromsgrove law firm donates over £1,000 to animal sanctuary
A Bromsgrove law firm has donated over £1,000 to a popular local charity which cares for and re-homes hundreds of animals every year. mfg Solicitors has made a donation of £1,091.65 to the Kings Norton-based Wythall Animal Sanctuary, it’s Bromsgrove office’s appointed...
A proposal to round off a week of graduation at the University of Worcester
It was an extra special graduation day for one Worcestershire student, who got engaged just moments before her ceremony. Erin Boddice was about to graduate from her Primary Initial Teacher Education degree at the University of Worcester before her partner of 3 years...
Bishop Flemings Outstanding Apprentice Programme Draws Record Numbers
Bishop Fleming is celebrating triple Apprenticeship success after receiving an Outstanding rating from Ofsted’s first full inspection of its apprenticeship provision, along with a string of other accolades. The leading audit, accountancy, tax, and advisory firm...
Supporting a Worthy Cause: Coacto’s Charity Afternoon with Hope for Tomorrow
Recently, team Coacto had the opportunity to contribute to an inspiring cause by joining forces with Hope for Tomorrow, a charity that provides mobile cancer care units to communities across the UK. With a mission to bring treatment closer to patients’ homes, this...
Business leaders urged to join new board to shape Herefordshire economy
Herefordshire’s best business leaders are being urged to join a new independent board to help shape the county’s economic future. The Herefordshire Business Growth Board will play a leading role in driving the economy, supporting business growth, promoting innovation...
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