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John Truslove marketing 13 brand-new factory or warehouse units in Redditch
A new development of 13 factory or warehouse units in Warwickshire are on the market for rent or sale with commercial property agents John Truslove. The properties developed by RM Contractors are at Claybrook Business Park, on Washford Industrial Estate in Redditch, a...
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John Truslove marketing 13 brand-new factory or warehouse units in Redditch
A new development of 13 factory or warehouse units in Warwickshire are on the market for rent or sale with commercial property agents John Truslove. The properties developed by RM Contractors are at Claybrook Business Park, on Washford Industrial Estate in Redditch, a...
Member News
Unconscious Casualty: What to Do?
When someone is unconscious, their condition is life-threatening. Their airway is at risk of becoming blocked by their tongue or vomit, which can stop them from breathing. Danger Response Airway Breathing Circulation It’s as easy as DRABC Place in the Recovery...
Limelite’s Business Breakfast 2026: Plan Your Team With Confidence
Our first Business Breakfast of 2026 is officially booked—and we’re kicking off the year with a topic that sits at the heart of every growing small business: how to plan your team so growth feels smooth and sustainable, not overwhelming or chaotic. Many business...
Patron & Strategic News
Wyevale Nurseries launches new Bareroot Hedging and Forestry Catalogue
WYEVALE Nurseries has launched a new Bareroot Hedging and Forestry Catalogue this month featuring details of the varieties it grows and the benefits of using each one (May 2025). The leading commercial nursery hopes industry members will use the free, handy guide,...
Skills Minister Supports VC Raising Funds for Student Scholarships and Hardship Funds
Support and donations for the University of Worcester’s Vice Chancellor continue to pour in, as he reaches the halfway mark on his challenge to raise money for student scholarship and hardship funds. Professor David Green CBE DL is walking 280km along the coastal path...
Chamber News
Free ‘Getting Games Ready’ training programme opens to help businesses deliver a warm welcome
A new training programme with 7,000 free places will prepare tourism businesses across the West Midlands to deliver an unrivalled visitor experience at every touch point during the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. 2.5 million people are expected to engage with the...
Campaign launches in Herefordshire to inspire county-wide climate action amongst the business community
A campaign has launched in Herefordshire to encourage employers to plot their journeys to meet the county’s zero carbon ambition by the end of the decade. The campaign ‘30 for 2030’ will involve putting the spotlight on 30 employers from the private, public and third...
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Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members from across the two counties this month: Herefordshire Hereford Enterprise Zone Limited (https://www.skylonpark.co.uk) Kelsam Support Services Limited (https://kelsam.co.uk/) Penrhos Spirits Ltd...
Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members from across the two counties this month: Herefordshire Hereford Enterprise Zone Limited (https://www.skylonpark.co.uk) Kelsam Support Services Limited (https://kelsam.co.uk/) Penrhos Spirits Ltd...
Policy News
Opportunity for businesses to comment on Government’s Carer’s Leave consultation
The Government is running a consultation on Carer’s Leave. They are keen to hear from all kinds of interested parties: employers, individual unpaid carers, trade unions, representative organisations, charities, professional bodies, medical or social care providers...
Prime Minister delivers update to COVID-19 Recovery Strategy in ‘Plan to Rebuild’
The Prime Minister has this morning set out next steps in the Government’s Covid-19 recovery strategy, including an update to ‘Our Plan to Rebuild’, originally published on 11 May and publication of the Contain Framework, setting out how local...
Skills News
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Charity News
Overwhelming Support for Foodbank
Despite another challenging year, the ISO QSL Bingo Box campaign has proved to be a huge success once again thanks to the generosity of individuals and businesses. Worcester based ISO providers, ISO Quality Services, have been supporting Worcester Foodbank for a...
The Return of the Airbase Challenge to Raise Funds for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity
People of all ages are being asked to get active in the New Year by signing up for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s popular Airbase Challenge event. The event is a great physical challenge for those thinking about their New Year’s resolutions and the positive...
Common Sense Approach To Product Marking Welcomed
Responding to the Government’s latest announcement on conformity assessment marking, BCC Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, said: “Business will welcome this common-sense approach to showing that products sold in Great Britain have met safety, health and...
BCC News
Common Sense Approach To Product Marking Welcomed
Responding to the Government’s latest announcement on conformity assessment marking, BCC Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, said: “Business will welcome this common-sense approach to showing that products sold in Great Britain have met safety, health and...
Worcestershire News
Celebrate the NHS 75th birthday by taking part in the Big Tea this July with Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity
Can you hear the faint clatter of teacups across the nation? Water on the boil? That’s because it’s time for the NHS Big Tea 2023! The NHS Big Tea is a tea-fuelled fundraiser raising money to help the NHS be the best it can be. We’d absolutely love you to be...
Air Quality Debate Concludes Week of Sustainability Activities
A debate on the issue of air quality in Worcester rounded up a week of activities dedicated to sustainability held at the University of Worcester. The debate, held as part of the University’s longstanding Go Green Week and open to the community, featured...
Herefordshire News
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...
Hereford Jobs Fair 2021
On Thursday 21st October Landau will be holding a job fair spanning various employment sectors at the Kindle Centre in Hereford from 10am – 2pm. With employment and vacancies at their highest since the COVID-19 pandemic started, and over a million vacancies across the...
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Epic fundraising relay to raise money for Acorn’s Children’s Hospice
Professionals from the Worcester office of a leading property consultancy will be embarking on an epic fundraising relay to raise money for a children’s hospice with a shop in the city. Fisher German, which has an office at Global House, is marking its 25th...
If Your Top Team Member Fell Ill, How Would the Business Survive?
Key Person Insurance If Your Top Team Member Fell Ill, How Would the Business Survive? Why It’s Time to Review Your Business Protection Plans Imagine waking up tomorrow and discovering that your operations director, technical lead, or top-performing sales manager is...
The Dice Box Worcester Launches ‘The Library’ – A Private Room for Hire
Looking for the cosy café vibe without the crowds? The Library is The Dice Box Worcester’s brand-new private games room, now officially open for bookings! Following a series of successful soft-launch events, The Dice Box Worcester is thrilled to unveil The Library –...
JMDA Design to Bring Key Industry Update to ABC Kids Expo
JMDA Design, a renowned leader in nursery product design, is excited to announce its attendance in the upcoming ABC Kids Expo, scheduled to take place from 21st to 23rd May 2025. The event will be held at the Mandalay Bay Hotel & Convention Centre in Las Vegas,...
Local Businesses Conclude Successful Fundraising Campaign for Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust!
L-R Kirsty Murray – Income generation Manager – Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust, Abbie Bissell-Blazier – Charity Fundraiser – Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust, Emma Richardson – Managing Director – Four Squared Recruitment and Matthew Clarke –...
Welcome new Members
Warm welcome to our newest Members! C5 Leadership Ltd – Leadership Development Consultancy, Executive (1-2-1) and Team Coach Country & Classic Properties Ltd – Estate Agents Specialising in Period & Character Properties Coventry, Warwickshire and...
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