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‘Inspiring’ Worcester Graduate’s Free Physiotherapy Clinic Passes 120 Appointments as Funding Extended into 2027
A University of Worcester graduate who set up a free physiotherapy clinic for local residents says he’s delighted after receiving an extension of community funding that will allow the service to continue into next year. Physiotherapy graduate Oliver Nightingale, who...
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‘Inspiring’ Worcester Graduate’s Free Physiotherapy Clinic Passes 120 Appointments as Funding Extended into 2027
A University of Worcester graduate who set up a free physiotherapy clinic for local residents says he’s delighted after receiving an extension of community funding that will allow the service to continue into next year. Physiotherapy graduate Oliver Nightingale, who...
Member News
Disruption Doesn’t Book a Slot in Your Diary: How to Communicate with Staff When It Strikes
In my blog, I explore practical ways to lead your team through disruption, build trust, reduce uncertainty, and guide your people with clear, confident communication. If the last year has taught us anything, it’s that disruption never shows up at a good time. And when...
France’s favourite wine day is almost here.
Every November, as the clock strikes midnight, France pops its corks to celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau Day – the arrival of the year’s first wine. Fresh, fruity, and full of life, it’s a symbol of new beginnings. (and a great excuse for a party). This year, we’re...
Patron & Strategic News
Marathon Completed in Memory of Late Brother-in-Law
The brother-in-law of a Worcester student who passed away has completed the Manchester Marathon while raising almost £3,000 in his memory. Daniel Player achieved his Game Art degree at the University of Worcester, but sadly passed away in 2024 at the age of 26 before...
Will writing drive to raise funds for Worcestershire Community Foundation
Specialist legal teams at two Worcester law firms are throwing their support behind the Worcestershire Community Foundation through a month-long Will writing initiative. Throughout June, solicitors at City firms Bradley Haynes and HCR Law will be offering to write...
Chamber News
Would you like to join our Area Council?
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce are currently recruiting for a business to join the Herefordshire Area Council. We currently have one vacancy and are ideally looking for a business from the following sectors that are currently underrepresented...
Why being compliant is more important than ever
Ensuring your firm is compliant is more important than ever – and here’s how to do it Earlier this month, the ICO handed down a fine of almost £100,000 to a top criminal law firm whose IT compliance was found wanting and it suffered a ransomware attack. The case is a...
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Introducing Convert Solutions
Christophe Convert is the founder of Convert Solutions. Christophe aims to help companies through the design lifecycle from concept phase to finished products. A lot of businesses or entrepreneurs sell technologies or services like software, but in order to sell they...
Introducing Convert Solutions
Christophe Convert is the founder of Convert Solutions. Christophe aims to help companies through the design lifecycle from concept phase to finished products. A lot of businesses or entrepreneurs sell technologies or services like software, but in order to sell they...
Policy News
£20 million in new grants to boost recovery of small businesses
The Minister for Regional Growth and Local Government has today (30 July 2020) announced £20 million of new government funding to help small and medium sized businesses recover from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Grants of between £1,000 and £5,000 will be...
Midlands Engine release their Economic Impact of Covid-19 Report
This Midlands Engine has produced an Economic Impact of COVID-19 report in collaboration with the Midlands Engine Economic Observatory which is a partnership commissioned by
the Midlands Engine including Black Country Consortium’s Economic Intelligence Unit, Nottingham Trent University and WM REDI.
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Charity News
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Further Champions Inclusion
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is proud to announce it provides an inclusive online experience by providing its website visitors additional accessibility and language support functions. The local lifesaving charity, which prides itself on being a diverse and inclusive...
Thank you to everyone who has supported the Foodbank in 2021
Sadly, the number of people being helped by Worcester Foodbank has been rising significantly during 2021 and December saw their busiest month since they opened their doors on 21st June 2012, when they fed 1,654 people; that is 29% higher than December 2020. But...
BCC Welcomes UK Supply Chain Strategy
Responding to the release of the Government’s Critical Imports and Supply Chain Strategy, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “This strategy provides a substantial and compelling picture of the reliance an open trading...
BCC News
BCC Welcomes UK Supply Chain Strategy
Responding to the release of the Government’s Critical Imports and Supply Chain Strategy, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “This strategy provides a substantial and compelling picture of the reliance an open trading...
Worcestershire News
BioPak reduces prices on selected ranges of environmentally friendly packaging
BioPak has lowered its prices on over 180 environmentally friendly packaging products on its UK website. Included in the new lower prices, BioPak is now offering up to 20% savings on Kraft salad bowls and lids, up to 23% off for BioCane takeaway bases, up to 25% off...
Sutcliffe’s Announced as Top Insurance Employers Award Winner
Worcester based Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers have announced they are a ‘Top Insurance Employers Award Winner’, reflecting their commitment to workplace wellbeing and drive for delivering service excellence. Insurance Business UK (IBUK) Magazine is one of the...
Herefordshire News
New cyber centre secures two coveted construction awards
The new Cyber Quarter – Midlands Centre for Cyber Security building based in Herefordshire has secured two coveted top prizes at the Constructing Excellence West Midlands Awards 2021. CE Midlands is the organisation charged with driving the change agenda within the...
Herefordshire Council submits plan to Government for investment in bus services
Improving bus services across the county for residents and visitors is central to plans soon to be submitted to the Department for Transport (DfT). The bus service improvement plan for Herefordshire sets out how the council plans to invest in bus services across the...
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Sutcliffe & Co Finalist in Chamber Business Awards 2025
Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers have been selected as a finalist in this year’s Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards, in the category ‘Excellence in Professional Services’. Since winning the category ‘Excellence in Professional...
Worcester kids to benefit from recruitment firm’s Easter Egg generosity
Expert Worcester jobs firm Pineapple Recruitment has donated over 200 Easter eggs to a local foodbank. Staff at the Diglis-based recruiter, which specialises in providing staff for the hospitality and catering industries, have donated the chocolate treats to Worcester...
Why is Climate Change so Prevalent in Children’s Books?
A leading expert in children’s literature will give a free public talk in Worcester, examining the role climate change plays in story books. Jean Webb, Professor of International Children’s Literature at the University of Worcester, will deliver the talk, titled...
Extent Of US Tariff Impact Revealed
62% of UK firms with trade exposure to the USA say they will be negatively impacted by US tariffs, compared to 41% with no exposure 32% of firms with trade exposure to the USA say they will increase prices in response to the tariff 44% of firms with exposure to the...
St Michael’s Hospice seeks Leader of the Future
St Michael’s Hospice says it wants to appoint a leader of the future to work alongside its senior managers. The Bartestree-based charity has launched a search to recruit a graduate to lead on “exciting and innovative projects”. It’s looking for a candidate graduating...
The Key Safe Company is putting its latest product up for attack testing at The Security Event at The NEC
A leading access management company will demonstrate the durability of its latest key safe when it undergoes attack testing at a prestigious trade show. The Key Safe Company will pit its flagship ark Tamo Pro, billed as the world’s most secure mechanical key safe,...
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