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FZUK PROMOTES ROB YATES TO NATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGER
Redditch, UK- FAUN-Zoeller UK Ltd (FZUK) a market leader in waste collection vehicles and environmental technology, is proud to announce the promotion of Rob Yates to the position of National Business Manager. This appointment reflects Rob’s significant...
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FZUK PROMOTES ROB YATES TO NATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGER
Redditch, UK- FAUN-Zoeller UK Ltd (FZUK) a market leader in waste collection vehicles and environmental technology, is proud to announce the promotion of Rob Yates to the position of National Business Manager. This appointment reflects Rob’s significant...
Member News
Leave a Lasting Legacy: Local Businesses Invited to Support School Rebrand in Malvern
A primary school in Malvern, part of the Mercian Educational Trust (MET), is introducing a new brand identity as part of its ongoing improvement journey. The rebrand reflects the school’s values of growth, aspiration, and community. The design features a stylised...
HRH The Duke of Gloucester Officially Opens Duke’s Building at University of Worcester
His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester has formally opened the Duke’s Building at the University of Worcester, a major new facility for health, wellbeing and sport education, named in honour of the University’s Chancellor. His Royal Highness unveiled a...
Patron & Strategic News
Celebrating Our Rising Star: Laura Wins Prestigious Fundraising Award
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity is delighted to share that Laura, our Community and Events Fundraising Officer, has won the Chartered Institute of Fundraising West Midlands Rising Star Award. The award recognises fundraisers across the West Midlands who make an...
Worcester Athletes Complete Cutting-Edge Performance Testing Ahead of Huge Relay Attempt
Two brothers from Worcester have taken part in advanced physical testing at the University of Worcester, as they prepare for a two-man continuous relay run from John O’Groats to Land’s End in support of Help for Heroes. Alfie and Joe Pritchard will set off from the...
Chamber News
Welcome New Members September
Warm welcome to our newest Members who joined throughout September. St Richard’s Hospice Foundation – Worcestershire charity providing palliative care. Spartan Fire Protection – Fire safety systems and compliance specialists. First Enterprise – Inclusive finance and...
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...
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Women In Business Network Joins H&W CoC!
What is WIBN? WIBN membership is for business women who own SME businesses, are self-employed or work as professional service providers for small businesses. WIBN’s purpose is to create communities of business women who build strong business relationships. Members...
Women In Business Network Joins H&W CoC!
What is WIBN? WIBN membership is for business women who own SME businesses, are self-employed or work as professional service providers for small businesses. WIBN’s purpose is to create communities of business women who build strong business relationships. Members...
Policy News
Businesses Squeezed As Inflation Remains High
Reacting to the latest inflation data published by the ONS this morning, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Sticky inflation has been in danger of becoming a uniquely British disease as the UK continues to stand out from the...
Service Exports Climb But Goods Trade In Flux
Commenting on the latest ONS trade data, BCC Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, said: “UK trade is heading along two distinct paths. There is a steady rise in services, which already account for more than half of UK exports, but trade in goods remains in flux....
Skills News
Businesses Urged to Help Schools and Colleges Shape Futures
Businesses were today urged to help develop the skilled workforce of the future – by playing their part as Enterprise Advisers. The Marches Careers Hub says it wants to recruit more advisers from the region’s business community to help inspire the workforce of the...
OSPREY APPROACH LAUNCHES SECOND WEBINAR SERIES
Independent legal software provider Osprey Approach is delighted to announce the launch of its second webinar series, which aims to help SME law firms establish good business habits for long term success. Following positive feedback for Osprey’s first webinar series,...
Charity News
Youngsters’ artwork features in campaign encouraging parents to spot signs and symptoms of childhood cancer
Drawings by children who have undergone cancer treatment are featuring in a charity awareness campaign encouraging parents to recognise the early signs and symptoms of childhood cancer. The artwork by youngsters who have received treatment, along with those from...
Five Years of Festive Support: Linden Homes Backs KEMP Hospice Christmas Tree Collection.
KEMP Hospice is delighted to announce that Linden Homes are once again generously supporting their annual Christmas Tree Collection – marking an incredible five years of support from the award-winning home builder. Linden Homes have generously donated £2,000 to KEMP...
Tariff Clouds Weigh on Exports as 2026 Begins
Commenting on the first trade data release of 2026 by the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Goods exports trade with the EU and the rest of the world, excluding the United States of...
BCC News
Tariff Clouds Weigh on Exports as 2026 Begins
Commenting on the first trade data release of 2026 by the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Goods exports trade with the EU and the rest of the world, excluding the United States of...
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 Ludlow and North Shropshire College’s Path to Net Zero
Educational institutions play a key role in promoting sustainable energy resources. Herefordshire Ludlow and North Shropshire College’s Low Carbon Technology Training Centre showcases this approach by offering specialised courses in renewable technologies, which for a...
Wye Valley Brewery Empower Business School Alumni Witnessing Sustainability in Action
Wye Valley Brewery recently hosted the University of Worcester Business School’s alumni for an exclusive event, with a special emphasis on sustainability. The event was designed to inspire and support local business leaders who have completed the ‘Help to Grow:...
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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...
Worcester Athletes Complete Cutting-Edge Performance Testing Ahead of Huge Relay Attempt
Two brothers from Worcester have taken part in advanced physical testing at the University of Worcester, as they prepare for a two-man continuous relay run from John O’Groats to Land’s End in support of Help for Heroes. Alfie and Joe Pritchard will set off from the...
Rainbow Run Returns!
Rainbow Run – Where Fun Meets Colour! Get ready to run, walk, skip, or dance your way through a kaleidoscope of colour! Our Rainbow Run is a 5km celebration of joy, laughter, and community spirit. Along the route, you’ll be showered in vibrant bursts of coloured...
Maggs Day Centre is seeking a new Trustee
Maggs Day Centre is seeking a new Trustee to take the lead on commercial and business strategy for the Board, as we enter our next phase of impact, sustainability and strategic growth. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your expertise to a well-established...
Free bus travel for all veterans and serving personnel launching
Veterans and serving armed forces personnel across Worcestershire will soon be able to travel for free on buses. The new scheme provides free travel on the county’s commercial bus network and the Worcestershire on Demand service for veterans and serving personnel who...
The Police and Crime Commissioner Launch a Consultation
The Police and Crime Commissioner has launched a consultation to seek the views of those living and/or working within Herefordshire, Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, and Worcestershire regarding Government proposals to merge police forces across England and Wales....
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