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“They’re great… but something’s not quite right” – managing early employee performance concerns
You’ll likely know that feeling when someone joins your team and they’re lovely, they’re trying, but something just isn’t quite clicking. A lot of small employers sit with that gut feeling for too long… not because they don’t want to deal with it but...
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“They’re great… but something’s not quite right” – managing early employee performance concerns
You’ll likely know that feeling when someone joins your team and they’re lovely, they’re trying, but something just isn’t quite clicking. A lot of small employers sit with that gut feeling for too long… not because they don’t want to deal with it but...
Member News
Award wins for ONE’s innovative digital twin approach
ONE Creative environments (ONE), a multi-disciplinary design company that prioritises innovation, has celebrated two national award wins last month (March 2026). ONE, which has a Worcester HQ and offices in Birmingham, London and Cardiff received the awards for their...
Are Your Workplace Policies Still Fit for Purpose in 2026?
For many businesses, policies are something that get written, filed away, and only revisited when there’s an issue. But in reality, policies should be living, working documents that actively support both your people and your business. With ongoing changes in...
Patron & Strategic News
Worcester Sides Heading into BUCS Big Wednesday
Teams at the University of Worcester are preparing for one of the biggest days in the university and college sporting calendar, as BUCS Big Wednesday approaches. BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) Big Wednesday (25 March) is the culmination of 16 different...
What Really Happens When Someone is ‘Cancelled’? Join University Expert to Find Out
A University of Worcester expert will be exploring cancel culture and the role of the news media and social media in this cultural phenomenon in an event at The Hive. Katy Wareham Morris, Senior Lecturer in Media & Film Studies and Course Leader for Media &...
Chamber News
Worcestershire Area Council Updates for September
FINANCE SECTOR The revised FRS 102, effective January 2026, introduces significant changes including full balance sheet recognition of leases in line with IFRS 16, a new five-step revenue model aligned with IFRS 15, and fair value guidance via Section 2A based on IFRS...
Herefordshire Area Council Updates for September
SPORTS AND LEISURE SECTOR Prices remain stable, and the UK-India trade deal should benefit us, though its start date is unclear. We import heavily from India, with low duties on equestrian gear but higher on footwear and clothing. Europe is our weakest market after...
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Welcome to our New Members – March 2025
Our warmest welcome to our new members – AJB Sports in Education – Sports Coaching company proudly working Pre Schools and Primary schools, running Girls Football, Childrens Birthday Parties and Childrens Holiday Camps in Worcester. With an innovative...
Welcome to our New Members – March 2025
Our warmest welcome to our new members – AJB Sports in Education – Sports Coaching company proudly working Pre Schools and Primary schools, running Girls Football, Childrens Birthday Parties and Childrens Holiday Camps in Worcester. With an innovative...
Policy News
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Release the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q3 2025
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the release of the Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) Report for Q3 2025, supported by Worcestershire County Council. The Quarterly Economic Survey provides a detailed snapshot of business...
SMEs Key To Defence Industrial Strategy
Responding to the announcement of the Defence Industrial Strategy, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said: “Raising defence investment is not only vital for the UK’s national security in an age of higher geopolitical risk but also to boost growth, jobs, exports and...
Skills News
Ballards LLP Business Services Team Ignites Innovation and Adventure
Ballards LLP, a leading professional services firm, today organised a collaborative session at Eastnor Castle, delivering a transformative experience for their Business Services team. Against the backdrop of 5000 acres of Herefordshire countryside, the event focused...
Careers in Construction at Kidderminster College
As part of The Point Business Centre at Kidderminster College’s collaboration with CITB, Level 1 and 2 Bricklaying students at Kidderminster College recently had the chance to visit a local Barratt Homes development in Stourport. The visit stemmed from a...
Charity News
KEMP Hospice Invites Community to “Shine a Light” for Those Living with Life-Limiting Illness and Bereavement
This festive season, KEMP Hospice is proud to launch its “Shine a Light” appeal, calling on the Wyre Forest community to remember, celebrate, and support loved ones through a heartfelt fundraising campaign. As a charity that never charges for its care, KEMP Hospice...
Last Call for Santas! KEMP Hospice calling for participants for Annual Santa Fun Run on Sunday 7th December
KEMP Hospice is calling on the local community to lace up their running shoes, pull on a Santa suit, and join its 18th Santa Fun Run on Sunday 7th December 2025. The charity’s biggest fundraising event of the year and a vital lifeline for people across the Wyre Forest...
Disruption Inevitable If Conflict Sustained
Commenting on the immediate impact on businesses of the US and Israeli combat operations in Iran and its military retaliation, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “There will be huge uncertainty for businesses as the situation in Iran and the wider...
BCC News
Disruption Inevitable If Conflict Sustained
Commenting on the immediate impact on businesses of the US and Israeli combat operations in Iran and its military retaliation, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “There will be huge uncertainty for businesses as the situation in Iran and the wider...
Worcestershire News
Find out the secrets of the Severn Valley Railway!
The Severn Valley Railway is to throw open its doors on 5 and 6 April for its annual Open House Weekend. This is a rare chance for visitors to access many areas not usually open to the public. They’ll also be able to meet volunteers and discover what goes on behind...
Arts and Crafts at the Severn Valley Railway’s Spring Gift Fayre
Dozens of local craftspeople will be offering their wares at the Severn Valley Railway’s Spring Gift Fayre, which is taking place at The Engine House, Highley on the weekend of 15 and 16 March. Nestled amongst the full-size locomotives on display, a whole host of...
Herefordshire News
Herefordshire Business Growth Board
Background Following the previous government’s decision to transfer the economic functions and business representation from Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) to local authorities, the Herefordshire Business Growth Board will play a leading role in driving the...
Golden Chance to Study Engineering: NMITE Offers over 30 Scholarships and Support for Students: APPLY NOW
NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology & Engineering) today shares a reminder of the upcoming application deadline, 23rd August 2024, for the prestigious Motorola Solutions Foundation Scholarship as well as offering the Life Changer bursary initiative for local...
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Former England Rugby Star to Host Chamber Networking Dinner
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce an exclusive networking dinner featuring former England rugby union star, Simon Shaw MBE. Held on 30 April 2026 at the elegant Hogarths Stone Manor Hotel in Kidderminster, this evening...
Steel signing ceremony marks major step forward for new £13.6M Hereford Fire Station
Construction of the new £13.6 million Hereford Fire Station has reached a major milestone with the completion of the full steel frame. This progress was marked with a steel-signing ceremony attended by representatives from Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue...
Worcester Sides Heading into BUCS Big Wednesday
Teams at the University of Worcester are preparing for one of the biggest days in the university and college sporting calendar, as BUCS Big Wednesday approaches. BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) Big Wednesday (25 March) is the culmination of 16 different...
OrchardFest 2026 Returns with an Inclusive Summer Celebration
We’re excited to share some sunny news: OrchardFest 2026 is returning on Saturday 15th August 2026, and it promises to be bigger, brighter, and more inclusive than ever. Set at the beautiful Orchard Trust Smallholding in Upper Stowfield, Gloucestershire, this...
A kind collaboration – Dandelion Video Production and Primrose Hospice
Primrose Hospice is the latest charity to collaborate with Dandelion Video Production through their Chamber of Commerce charity pledge. The video, which follows the journey of a piece of pre-loved furniture through the donation process, and the impact it can make,...
Dandelion Video Production’s What Do You Do? Podcast Reaches 10 Episodes
Dandelion Video Production’s jobs and careers podcast “What Do You Do?” has reached 10 episodes, marking the end of the first season. The podcast examines jobs most people don’t know anything about, and explores unique approaches on ones we...
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