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John Truslove secures new HQ for Redditch IT firm
Property agency John Truslove has helped IT consultancy FAIT UK mark its 25th anniversary with a move to new headquarters in Redditch. The company works with clients across the Midlands, providing a range of IT and telecoms services. They worked with Ian Parker, joint...
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John Truslove secures new HQ for Redditch IT firm
Property agency John Truslove has helped IT consultancy FAIT UK mark its 25th anniversary with a move to new headquarters in Redditch. The company works with clients across the Midlands, providing a range of IT and telecoms services. They worked with Ian Parker, joint...
Member News
Modern Work Experience at Specsavers M&D
Work experience at Specsavers Manufacturing & Distribution has evolved into a hands‑on and meaningful introduction to the world of work. Across Vision Labs, Lens Online, IGS and Kidderminster, students now gain real insight into how eyewear is produced,...
Worcester Engineering Company Helping Manufacturers Reduce Compressed Air Energy Costs
West Midlands Compressors Ltd, based in Worcester, is offering Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce manufacturing members a complimentary compressed air data logging and energy assessment to help businesses better understand the efficiency of their...
Patron & Strategic News
Law firm mfg Solicitors unveil new Tax and Succession Planning division
Regional law firm mfg Solicitors has announced the launch of a dedicated division which will support clients in navigating complex tax and succession planning matters. The firm has unveiled its new Tax and Succession Planning division which will be led by Partner and...
Graduate’s Debut Novel Shines Light on Care Sector
A novel written by a University of Worcester graduate has gone on sale through a national book retailer. Best Before: The Short Shelf Life, is the first novel published by Trudi Holland, who writes under the pen name DD Holland. It is a social comedy exploring life...
Chamber News
COMPETITION: Win a free stand at the Chamber Business Expo!
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is excited to invite local businesses to take part in a new competition to win a stand at its Business Expo on Thursday 10 March. Sponsored by Hewett Recruitment, the Spring Business Expo is a key date in the...
From Apprentice to Senior Account Handler – careers with Hazelton Mountford
A career in insurance has been a rewarding experience for Ellie Jones from Hazelton Mountford. At only 25 years of age, Ellie has already forged a career in insurance by joining Hazelton Mountford as an apprentice, working hard to gain her Diploma in Insurance and...
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Policy News
Guidance for Digital, Cultural, Media and Sport sectors in relation to coronavirus
The government has drawn together a collection of resources from partner websites to support businesses in the Digital, Cultural, Media and Sport sectors in the UK in relation to coronavirus. British Film Commission: Coronavirus COVID-19 Guidance Fundraising...
Which businesses can open on Saturday 4th July?
The government have created a list of businesses and venues that can reopen from Saturday 4th of July. Information and guidance has also been provided in regards to re-opening safely for specific sectors and services. To read the full guidance click...
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Charity News
Runners go the distance for hospice
Joggers with a Malvern club have run up a “fantastic” fundraising total for St Richard’s Hospice. Each year, members of the Malvern Joggers vote to decide which charity to support over the upcoming 12 months – and for 2021, St Richard’s Hospice was chosen. So far, the...
Overwhelming Support for Foodbank
Despite another challenging year, the ISO QSL Bingo Box campaign has proved to be a huge success once again thanks to the generosity of individuals and businesses. Worcester based ISO providers, ISO Quality Services, have been supporting Worcester Foodbank for a...
Inflation at Target Raises Rate Cut Hopes
Responding to the latest inflation data published by ONS, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s data showing CPI easing to the Bank of England’s 2% target, is a further sign that the UK is exiting the inflation crisis...
BCC News
Inflation at Target Raises Rate Cut Hopes
Responding to the latest inflation data published by ONS, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s data showing CPI easing to the Bank of England’s 2% target, is a further sign that the UK is exiting the inflation crisis...
Worcestershire News
Redhill Manufacturing moves to purpose-built new premises
It’s good news from Redhill as the Redditch-based manufacturing company is now fully operational from new, fully equipped, purpose-built premises located at Lakeside Industrial Estate. The move comes following a major fire at the company’s premises in May 2022,...
What is an LSIP?
What is an LSIP? Further to the Government’s Skills for Jobs White Paper (January 2021), Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIPs) were created to put employers more firmly at the heart of the skills system to help ensure businesses and people have the skills they need to...
Herefordshire News
Could you trim, clip, and shave the costs of business energy bills with a smart meter
Hairdressers, beauty salons and other close contact services have made a welcome return in recent months, bringing much-needed services back to towns and cities across the UK. While the impact of the pandemic is still being felt, business owners and managers have...
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...
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White Logistics and Bleach of Lavant Announce Merger
Two of retail horticulture’s leading transport providers, White Logistics & Storage Ltd and Bleach of Lavant, are pleased to announce they have joined forces under one group. The merged group will operate a large fleet of vehicles, running from Bleach’s hub near...
HCR Law celebrates first winner of HCR Spark initiative
HCR Law is delighted to announce the first winner of HCR Spark – an exciting programme launched to inspire and support young people interested in a career in law. Ella Hamilton, a Year 12 A-level student at John Kyrle High School in Ross-on-Wye, has been named the...
Back to School Catering Jobs Give Family Flexibility and Cost Saving, Says Expert
A catering recruitment specialist has urged jobseekers to get one step ahead during the summer holidays if they are looking to secure flexible catering jobs within the education sector. The alert comes from industry specialist Kasia Krieger as hundreds of...
Property consultancy’s first charity padel tournament raises £6,000
A national property consultancy’s first charity padel tournament raised £6,000 for four charities – and planning for next year’s competition is already underway. Fisher German’s Development Agency team successfully launched its first-ever charity padel...
McPhillips wins £10m bus station redevelopment contract
West Midlands-based construction company McPhillips has won a £10 million local authority contract to deliver a new and improved bus station. Herefordshire Council announced McPhillips as its official construction partner on the Hereford Transport Hub project, part of...
Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust Expands Podcast Platform to Support Young People with Cancer
‘Young Me vs the Big C’ Podcast Relaunches on Spotify, Amazon and Apple Podcasts’ The Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust has relaunched its podcast, Young Me vs the Big C, now available on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts. This exciting step makes the podcast...
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