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New University Initiative to Support Evesham Entrepreneurs
The University of Worcester has launched new initiative to help entrepreneurs in Evesham overcome barriers to starting and growing businesses. The project, developed by researchers at the University’s Business School, aims to address longstanding challenges faced by...
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New University Initiative to Support Evesham Entrepreneurs
The University of Worcester has launched new initiative to help entrepreneurs in Evesham overcome barriers to starting and growing businesses. The project, developed by researchers at the University’s Business School, aims to address longstanding challenges faced by...
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Wyevale Nurseries boosts ‘3-30-300 Rule’ – how many trees can you see from your window?
WYEVALE Nurseries in Hereford is launching an awareness campaign centred on the ‘3-30-300 Rule’ to highlight how urban trees and green infrastructure improve wellbeing, climate resilience and access to nature in conurbations (April 2026). The rule, first proposed by...
Blitz Golf at Gaudet Luce
Blitz Golf is set to bring a fresh, high-energy twist to the game when it arrives at Gaudet Luce this Father’s Day, Sunday 21st June 2026. As one of only four venues selected across the UK, the event places Worcestershire firmly on the map for an exciting new era of...
Patron & Strategic News
Hayward Wright Accountancy & Advisory partners with Worcester City Football Club
Worcester-based, full-service accountancy and advisory firm Hayward Wright Accountancy & Advisory has announced a partnership with Worcester City Football Club. The firm has entered a 12-month partnership and sponsorship programme with the football club as a...
Entrepreneur Launches Sustainability App to Help Universities Go Green
A student has launched a brand-new sustainability app, after securing funding from her university. Carolina Furtado is currently completing her Master’s in Computer Sciences at the University of Worcester, having already graduated in Business and Finance, also from...
Chamber News
Academic Explores How Modernised Impeachment Process Could be used in UK
A modernised impeachment process could have a valuable role to play in the United Kingdom’s governance, according to a University of Worcester lecturer whose latest book explores the subject. Dr Chris Monaghan, Principal Lecturer in Law at the University of Worcester,...
Community Café & Dementia Support Group – Lyppard Hub
Community Café A new Community Café launched in January at Lyppard Hub, the community centre in Warndon Villages. The café is open on Wednesday and Thursday mornings and provides a friendly, welcoming environment for people to meet others in the community and enjoy a...
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Countdown to Change Webinars to prepare businesses for life post EU Exit
The Countdown to Change webinar series include topical and interactive discussions designed to countdown to the end of the transition phase. The webinars will be full of practical information and advice on what businesses need to know now in order to prepare for the...
Countdown to Change Webinars to prepare businesses for life post EU Exit
The Countdown to Change webinar series include topical and interactive discussions designed to countdown to the end of the transition phase. The webinars will be full of practical information and advice on what businesses need to know now in order to prepare for the...
Policy News
DRPG takes clients on the ride of their lives
Creative communications group DRPG’s flagship thought leadership event DRPGBIGtalk usually hosts 150 delegates. With this year’s move to virtual, the event attracted over 1000 delegates from across the globe. Hosted in a virtual world theme park created using cutting...
New Policy Executive joins the Chamber
The Chamber is delighted to welcome Arjun Heir as the new Policy Executive. Of his appointment Arjun said:
“I’m thrilled to have joined the Chamber and am looking forward to continuing the excellent work of the Policy department partnering with businesses through thought-leadership.”
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Charity News
Can you support the first ever ‘National Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Games’?
Headway Worcestershire is asking for your support with the first ever ‘National Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Games’. Can you spare some time to help the local team host the ABI Games in Worcester on Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th August 2022? Thanks to a £50,000...
Fundraisers ensure a dash of colour greets last ever St Michael’s Hospice Paint Runner
Hundreds ensured Hereford’s messiest fundraiser went out in a blaze of colour. The last-ever Paint Runner took place on the city’s King George V Playing Fields on Saturday. Over the years, the family-friendly event has raised more than a quarter of a million pounds...
Labour Pressures Continue for Businesses
Reacting to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “The labour market remains a significant challenge for employers who are struggling with skills...
BCC News
Labour Pressures Continue for Businesses
Reacting to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “The labour market remains a significant challenge for employers who are struggling with skills...
Worcestershire News
Indegu launch new collaborative eLearning space for SMEs at the Chamber’s Business EXPO
Local eLearning experts Indegu Ltd unveiled their latest online proposition at the Chamber of Commerce’s Business Exhibition. The new collaborative eLearning platform was launched by Indegu Ltd at the recent Business Exhibition hosted by the Herefordshire &...
Faun Zoeller UK committed to hire five apprentices in 2023
FAUN- Zoeller UK (FZUK) continue to foster the next generation of talent by hiring talent through apprenticeship schemes which sees candidates who have completed their schooling, college or university be fully integrated into the workplace. The group has recently...
Herefordshire News
Car sharing club success in Herefordshire
According to a tweet from COP26 this week, road transport accounts for 17% of global emissions. Even more worrying is the fact that these emissions are rising faster than those in other sectors. Sharing one car among a group of drivers is just one of the measures that...
Miriam Margolyes brings added sparkle to hay Christmas lights switch-on
BAFTA-winning actor and national treasure Miriam Margolyes will switch on Hay-on-Wye’s Christmas lights as part of her Hay Festival Winter Weekend appearance on Friday 26 November. The free switch-on event will take place between 5pm and 7pm in The Cheese Market,...
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Lords’ Amendments Give Firms Hope
Reacting to the news that the House of Lords has re-inserted key amendments to the Employment Rights Bill, Patrick Milnes, Head of People and Work Policy, said: “We are fast reaching the end of the road for crucial changes, that businesses desperately want to see, to...
Business Breakfast – Christmas Celebrations & Wellbeing at Work
We’re inviting local businesses to join us for a relaxed, free Business Breakfast at the beautiful Spetchley Park Gardens on Thursday 13th November, 9.30-11.30 am. It’s a great chance to: Connect with other local business owners and professionals ☕ Enjoy coffee,...
Key Employment Law Updates: Autumn 2025
1. Fire and Rehire – Government Softens Proposed BanThe Employment Rights Bill continues to target “fire and rehire” tactics, where employers dismiss staff to impose new terms. Dismissals linked to restricted variations (e.g. reductions in pay, hours, pensions, or...
Worcester City FC Strengthens Links with Local Charities and Community Causes
Worcester City FC continues to build meaningful connections across the community by partnering with a wide range of local charities to help raise awareness, generate funds, and shine a light on the incredible work being done across Worcestershire and beyond. Through...
Worcester City FC Expands Community Outreach with Free After School Football Sessions
Worcester City FC is continuing its commitment to supporting young people across the city through its growing Community Outreach Programme, proudly supported by CARS Service Centre. The initiative focuses on increasing access to physical activity and football for...
Business energy bills in the UK are coming under fresh pressure
Business energy bills in the UK are coming under fresh pressure as two major cost-drivers are escalating: TNUoS charges and the RAB Levy. The TNUoS fee recovers the cost of maintaining and reinforcing the high-voltage transmission network, essentially the “backbone”...
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