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WORCESTER MARKETING AGENCY GETS FANCY FOR MESOTHELIOMA UK
Worcester-based Prime Mix Marketing Ltd is raising awareness and funds for Mesothelioma UK, which supports individuals affected by asbestos-related lung cancer, by hosting a charity fancy dress morning on Thursday, 5th February, in memory of local man Michael Darling....
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WORCESTER MARKETING AGENCY GETS FANCY FOR MESOTHELIOMA UK
Worcester-based Prime Mix Marketing Ltd is raising awareness and funds for Mesothelioma UK, which supports individuals affected by asbestos-related lung cancer, by hosting a charity fancy dress morning on Thursday, 5th February, in memory of local man Michael Darling....
Member News
Visit Herefordshire PR and Reel Creation Tender – Open
Herefordshire County BID Ltd (HCBID) is seeking to engage the services of a specialist agency with proven expertise in the strategic delivery of PR in the visitor economy. Project Scope: HCBID is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced businesses to provide...
Business Breakfast – Christmas Celebrations & Wellbeing at Work
We’re inviting local businesses to join us for a relaxed, free Business Breakfast at the beautiful Spetchley Park Gardens on Thursday 13th November, 9.30-11.30 am. It’s a great chance to: Connect with other local business owners and professionals ☕ Enjoy coffee,...
Patron & Strategic News
Crumplebury and Curradine Barns Triumph at Artemis Master Chef Competition
We’re beyond excited to give a huge shoutout to the incredible talent in our kitchens here at Crumplebury and Curradine Barns. After a thrilling battle at the Artemis Master Chef competition in January, we’re proud to announce that Tom Francis from Crumplebury took...
Key Strategies to Manage Working Capital in 2025
In an unpredictable economy, businesses must optimise working capital by adjusting pricing, managing inventory efficiently, and leveraging digital tools. Five Key Strategies: Adjust Pricing – Regularly update prices to reflect inflation and rising costs. Optimise...
Chamber News
AA Webinar 2022
The world in which we live, and work, is evolving rapidly. We’ve all experienced great uncertainty and unprecedented challenges due to the pandemic but, as is often the case, with adversity comes opportunity. This new webinar series will see AA spokespeople, alongside...
Latest Quarterly Economic Report provides snapshot of business performance during final months of 2021
Today the latest Quarterly Economic Report has been released, providing the most up to date snapshot of local business performance and confidence. The Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) has been conducted by the British Chambers of Commerce within its UK network since...
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Policy News
Steps to take before calculating your claim using the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Before you make a claim to the Coronavirus Job retention Scheme, you need to decide the length of your claim period, find out what to include when calculating wages and work out your employees’ usual and furloughed hours before you calculate how much you can claim....
Changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
The government has produced updated guidance on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme to include details on how the scheme will change from 1 July. The first time you will be able to make claims for days in July will be 1 July, you cannot claim for periods in July...
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Charity News
Local Bank Branches Bring In Funds For Lifesaving Charity
TSB Bank branches based within Gloucestershire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire have fundraised and helped make missions possible for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s lifesaving, pre-hospital emergency service through a range of charitable activities. Staff have...
Corporate Supporters Swing Into Action For Midlands Air Ambulance Charity
Keen golfers from a range of corporate supporters teed off at the JCB Golf and Country Club to help make vital, lifesaving missions possible for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s pre-hospital emergency service. Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s annual corporate golf day...
Call For Evidence Launched By BCC Workplace Equity Commission
A call for evidence has been launched by the British Chambers of Commerce Workplace Equity Commission, urging businesses, stakeholders and interested parties to contribute towards making change happen. The commission includes representatives from the UK and...
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Call For Evidence Launched By BCC Workplace Equity Commission
A call for evidence has been launched by the British Chambers of Commerce Workplace Equity Commission, urging businesses, stakeholders and interested parties to contribute towards making change happen. The commission includes representatives from the UK and...
Worcestershire News
New Audit Partner Strengthens Bishop Fleming’s Growth Ambition
Leading audit, accounting, tax, and advisory firm Bishop Fleming has recruited a new partner as it seeks to build on record-breaking performance last year. Bishop Fleming has welcomed Gary Woodhall as Audit Partner to its Worcester-based team, taking the firm’s...
Worcester City Run – Business Breakfast
We’re delighted to invite you to a Business Breakfast with an ‘active twist’. The Worcester City Run team are hosting a special showcase event at Wildwood Restaurant, Crowngate Feb 24th 0800-1000. The perfect start to your Friday, lace up the shoes and come for a Jog...
Herefordshire News
Projects tackling unemployment receive nearly £800,000 grant funding
Organisations spearheading projects to support unemployed people to build a brighter future have benefited from almost £800,000 of grant funding. And with a further £700,000 still available, small and voluntary organisations across Herefordshire are being invited to...
Chamber recognised by Ministry of Defence Awards for support to Armed Forces community
After what has been a challenging 18 months for all businesses, West Midland Reserve Forces & Cadets Association (RFCA) are very pleased to announce that 41 organisations in their region are confirmed as Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award winners for...
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Property agent appointed to market new industrial warehouse development
Property agents Garrison Real Estate have been appointed as the marketing agent for Alto60, a new industrial warehouse building in Redditch. The recently completed building, comprises 60,801 sq ft of Grade A warehouse accommodation, built to a high specification and...
University Study Finds New Health Link that Could Transform How Heart Disease is Detected
Research carried out at the University of Worcester has discovered a potentially significant link between markers in the blood and electrical functions of the heart which could transform the way heart disease is detected. The study could mean that ECG...
High Sheriff of Worcestershire visits New College Worcester to explore student life
New College Worcester (NCW) is national residential school and college for young people aged 11 to 19 who are blind or visually impaired. NCW recently hosted the High Sheriff of Worcestershire, Charles Moyle, for an insightful visit to the campus. During his time at...
Worcester recruitment firm supports students with CV and interview success tips
Experts from a leading Worcester recruitment firm have supported local school children through a one-day training programme which gave them tips how to write CVs and handle job interviews. Pineapple Recruitment, which specialise in providing a range of professionals...
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Releases Business Manifesto for 2025/26
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has launched its Business Manifesto for 2025/26, outlining its key priorities for the year ahead. Based on extensive research, including insights from the Quarterly Economic Survey and direct engagement with...
The Dynamic Role of Content Creation in Integrated Marketing Planning.
By Christina Darling – Managing Director of Prime Mix Marketing Ltd The Power of Content Creation in Marketing Trends Once a term usually associated with social media influencers, content creation is now the must have element in your marketing and pr planning, driven...
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