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Experts warn employers over growing use of AI in workplace grievances
Employers are being given expert legal advice to manage a surge in formal workplace grievances drafted using artificial intelligence (AI). More than half of HR professionals in the UK have reported growing numbers of employees using AI to produce grievances, workplace...
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Experts warn employers over growing use of AI in workplace grievances
Employers are being given expert legal advice to manage a surge in formal workplace grievances drafted using artificial intelligence (AI). More than half of HR professionals in the UK have reported growing numbers of employees using AI to produce grievances, workplace...
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While High Streets Struggle, This Business Is Thriving
As household names disappear from high streets, one Worcester business is quietly thriving. The difference? While the location of their work has changed, their values haven’t. Cleaning Technique, a commercial cleaning company celebrating its 40th anniversary,...
You Do Better Agency strengthens Chamber commitment with Strategic Membership
You Do Better Marketing & PR Agency has upgraded to Strategic Membership, building on over a decade of involvement with the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of commerce and strengthening its ability to deliver more for clients. CAPTION: Ruby Edwards,...
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Worcester Prepares to Remember on Holocaust Memorial Day
Worcester will unite to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day, with events that honour the memory of all who were affected by the Holocaust. The first event will take place on 27 January at Worcester Guildhall, a date that marks the anniversary of the liberation of...
Halesowen Cornbow Set To Host Annual Jobs and Skills Fair
On Friday 27th February, the Halesowen Cornbow will see the return of the Skills and Jobs fair between 10am and 12.30pm. Halesowen College have joined forces with local MP Alex Ballinger, Halesowen BID and the DWP to welcome businesses from across the area, including...
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Businesses Feeling the Strain of Inflationary Pressures
Reacting to the latest inflation published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s data underlines the inflationary pressures in the economy right now and the real challenges businesses are...
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Businesses Feeling the Strain of Inflationary Pressures
Reacting to the latest inflation published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s data underlines the inflationary pressures in the economy right now and the real challenges businesses are...
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JMDA’S Product Designs Win Two New Red Dot Awards
JMDA Design celebrates their latest designs winning not one, but two new Red Dot Awards for Product Design Concepts in the nursery industry. Red Dot Awards are amongst the most prestigious in the industry, highlighting cutting edge product design that pushes the...
New Academy Launched to Support Local Sports Workforce
A partnership between the University of Worcester and Active Herefordshire and Worcestershire sees the launch of a new Coaching Academy, developed to support local sports coaches and volunteers. The aim of the Coaching Academy is to provide opportunities for the...
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Harriers Foundation donate kit to Aid through Football
Harriers Foundation has joined clubs across the country in donating kit to The RAF FA’s Aid through Football initiative. The RAF Football Association (RAF FA) Taking Football to Africa and Beyond Charitable Appeal, Aid through Football sees donated football kit...
Worcester Criminologist Investigates Hate Crime Motivations in New Book Chapter
What goes through the mind of someone who is about to attack a religious space? What led them there, and how can we stop it? Those are just some of the questions an Islamophobia expert from Worcester takes on in his contribution to a new book analysing the mindset of...
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...
Unemployment Up As Wages Still Outpace Inflation
Responding to the latest labour market data published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “There is little comfort in this data for businesses or the government. Employers are being squeezed...
The Quarterly Economic Survey (QES 4) Is Now Live – Have Your Say!
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is calling on local businesses to share their insights in the latest Quarterly Economic Survey (QES 4). This vital survey helps the Chamber build a clear picture of the current business climate across the two...
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...
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