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Chancellor Takes Steady Approach But Growth Missing
Responding to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “This was a ‘steady as you go’ budget, sending the right signals to business, but lacking big calls that would really shift the economic dial....
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Chancellor Takes Steady Approach But Growth Missing
Responding to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “This was a ‘steady as you go’ budget, sending the right signals to business, but lacking big calls that would really shift the economic dial....
Member News
Founders to make their pitch at Sixways as Worcestershire set to host its first Business Funding Summit
Worcestershire entrepreneurs are being encouraged to swap the boardroom for the rugby stadium next month, as they pitch their business ventures to a room full of investors, funders and business support specialists. The county’s first ever Business Funding Summit,...
Visit Herefordshire Secures Five More Years After Businesses Vote Yes
Businesses across Herefordshire have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a further five-year term for Visit Herefordshire, securing continued investment, destination marketing and support for the county’s visitor economy through to 2032. Visit Herefordshire has secured...
Patron & Strategic News
SUTCLIFFE & CO WINS GREAT BRITISH BUSINESS & COMMUNITY AWARD
Worcester-based Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers is celebrating a major achievement after being named SME of the Year at the Great British Business & Community Awards. The national accolade follows an earlier success this year when the company won SME of the...
Moreton Show’s strongest year for coverage with Worcestershire Marketing Agency
You Do Better, the Worcestershire marketing agency led by Ruby Edwards, has completed its sixth consecutive year as PR lead for Moreton Show. 2026 brought the show’s broadest media coverage to date and its first television campaign. The 2026 show drew more than...
Chamber News
Chamber Hosts MPQ Sessions for Members Across the Region
On 6 February, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce members had the opportunity to meet with Jesse Norman MP and Ellie Chowns MP during the Chamber’s MPQ sessions. The event offered a valuable forum for businesses across the county to discuss key...
Celebrating Apprenticeships: How TDM and Jess Gladston Champion Lifelong Learning
As we mark the end of National Apprenticeship Week, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the transformative power of apprenticeships — both for individuals and for businesses. Our patron member, The Development Manager (TDM), has been at the forefront of this movement,...
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Bluebox Software Marks 20 Years of Innovation, Partnership, and Growth
Worcester-based Bluebox Software is celebrating 20 years of helping businesses evolve through technology – alongside the launch of a bold new brand identity that reflects its continued focus on innovation and collaboration. Founded in 2005 by Richard Cullen,...
Bluebox Software Marks 20 Years of Innovation, Partnership, and Growth
Worcester-based Bluebox Software is celebrating 20 years of helping businesses evolve through technology – alongside the launch of a bold new brand identity that reflects its continued focus on innovation and collaboration. Founded in 2005 by Richard Cullen,...
Policy News
Calm Before The Inflation Storm
Responding to the latest inflation data, published this morning by the Office for National Statistics, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “For businesses across the UK, today’s inflation data represents the calm before the...
BCC Economic Forecast: Global Turmoil to Hit Growth and Push Up Inflation
The latest British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) economic forecast suggests slow growth in 2026, higher inflation due to the Middle East crisis, and rising unemployment as the labour market softens. The BCC forecast is the first economic assessment by a business...
Skills News
Blue Print Direct Mail utilise TDM’s Tech and Digital Skills Bootcamp to upskill five staff members
Blue Print Direct Mail recently completed a bespoke TDM Skills Bootcamp, upskilling five members of their team to utilise a new software being introduced by the organisation. The bespoke Skills Bootcamp focused on the fundamentals of HTML and CSS, with Managing...
The Power of People-First Leadership.
Great businesses are both smart and healthy. You can invest in all of the technology, marketing, operational efficiencies you like, but the real measure of success is how willing your people are to engage in it. In fact, there is no shortage of smart leaders who know...
Charity News
Community Invited to Remember Loved Ones at KEMP’s First Moonlight Walk
KEMP Hospice is inviting the local community to come together this summer for an evening of remembrance, reflection and celebration at its first-ever Moonlight Walk. Taking place on Friday 31st July at the beautiful Bodenham Arboretum, the event offers people the...
Hereford FC and Worcester City Unite for Hospices in Charity Pre-Season Clash
On Tuesday, 21st July at 7.45pm, Hereford FC will host Worcester City in a special pre-season charity fixture at the M&M Edgar Street Stadium, with all proceeds supporting St Michael’s Hospice and St Richard’s Hospice. As Hereford FC’s first home...
Defence Investment – A Challenge The UK Cannot Get Wrong
The Autumn Budget will contain a political hand grenade for the new Chancellor John Healey to defuse in the shape of the Defence Investment Plan. The initial announcement on defence spending at the end of June 2026, left several unresolved funding commitments to be...
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Defence Investment – A Challenge The UK Cannot Get Wrong
The Autumn Budget will contain a political hand grenade for the new Chancellor John Healey to defuse in the shape of the Defence Investment Plan. The initial announcement on defence spending at the end of June 2026, left several unresolved funding commitments to be...
Worcestershire News
‘Steam into Stories’ on Board a Heritage Train
The Severn Valley Railway is offering a treat for young people, with a special on-train storytelling session. On Saturday 12 April, best-selling author Sam Sedgman will be reading from his railway-based adventure stories for children aged seven and over, on board a...
University of Worcester Recognised for Community Work and Inclusive Approach
The University of Worcester has been shortlisted for two awards recognising its contribution to the community and its commitment to inclusion. The Circle 2 Success Regional Business Awards celebrate excellence in businesses and organisations across the South Midlands...
Herefordshire News
Lynhales Hall Nursing Home Shines at Herefordshire Growing Point Autumn Show
Lynhales Hall Nursing Home, a leading provider of specialist dementia care for the elderly generation, is thrilled to announce its success at the prestigious Herefordshire Growing Point Autumn Show. The care home was awarded second place for its innovative wind chime,...
Lynhales Hall Nursing Home Hosts Charity Memory Walk to Support Alzheimer’s Society
Lynhales Hall Nursing Home, an award-winning care home in Herefordshire, proudly hosted a heartfelt Memory Walk to raise funds for The Alzheimer’s Society. The event united residents, family, friends, and staff in a beautiful display of community spirit. It...
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Why Muriel Spark’s Vision Still Resonates in the Digital Era
An award-winning biographer says celebrated novelist Muriel Spark would have been fascinated by social media, online identity, and the modern information age ahead of a special literary event in Worcester next month. James Bailey, author of Muriel Spark biography Like...
Exhibition in The Hive Marks 80 Years of the University of Worcester in the City
A special exhibition celebrating the University of Worcester’s 80-year contribution to education, opportunity and community life is now open in The Hive. The exhibition, titled Inspired for Life: University of Worcester 80th Anniversary, charts eight decades of...
Lord-Lieutenant celebrates the people and future of the Severn Valley Railway
The Lord-Lieutenant of Worcestershire, Beatrice Grant, visited the Severn Valley Railway on Friday 25 September, with her Deputy Charles Moyle and the Mayor of Kidderminster, Cllr Shazu Miah, to learn about its volunteers, community role and ambitious future plans....
Christmas magic steams into the Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway is getting ready to pull out all the stops for Christmas, with a packed programme of festive experiences offering something for families, friends and anyone looking to get into the Christmas spirit. At the heart of the festive programme are...
Worcestershire Area Council Meeting Notes – 24th September
INSURANCE SECTOR UPDATE The insurance sector has seen a significant increase in claims linked to climate and weather events over the past 12 months. Claims costs are also continuing to rise due to increased legal, repair and contractor costs. Cyber claim costs are...
Herefordshire Area Council Meeting Notes – 17th September
BANKING SECTOR UPDATE Lloyds Bank has announced its next three year strategy, Accelerate 2030, focusing on growth, innovation and simplification. Key commitments include over £45bn of new lending to SMEs, increasing face to face relationship managers to 1,000 and...
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