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Celebrating 6 Months of Lewis Creates: The Rise of the Fractional Head of Marketing
Six months after launching Lewis Creates, the business has undergone a significant shift from a new startup to a strategic marketing partner for companies across the region. Founded after nearly a decade working within the agency sector, the move was driven by a clear...
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Celebrating 6 Months of Lewis Creates: The Rise of the Fractional Head of Marketing
Six months after launching Lewis Creates, the business has undergone a significant shift from a new startup to a strategic marketing partner for companies across the region. Founded after nearly a decade working within the agency sector, the move was driven by a clear...
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Kidderminster College Receives FE First Award
Kidderminster College is celebrating after winning two prestigious accolades at the College Marketing Network’s FE First Awards 2026, recognising excellence, innovation and impact across further education marketing. Kidderminster College was awarded gold in the...
Welcome to your latest edition of Branch Lines | February
The countdown to reopening is almost at zero! Tomorrow evening (Friday 13 February) sees the first of the Boogie Lights Express trains, and on Saturday, the Railway is open for half-term services. It’s very exciting to be on the cusp of the 2026 season, one which...
Patron & Strategic News
Fisher German scoops top training award
A leading property consultancy is celebrating winning a prestigious award for its innovative approach to employee development at the British Training Awards. Fisher German, which has 26 offices across the UK, has been crowned Professional Services Initiative of the...
Midwifery Student Takes on London Marathon for Baby Charity
A student midwife from Malvern is preparing for the world-famous London Marathon next year. Izzy Fisher, a student at the University of Worcester, will take on the 26.2-mile run around the capital in April 2026 as she raises funds for Tommy’s, the pregnancy and baby...
Chamber News
HMRC gives Self Assessment taxpayers more time to ease COVID-19 pressures
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is waiving late filing and late payment penalties for Self Assessment taxpayers for one month – giving them extra time, if they need it, to complete their 2020/21 tax return and pay any tax due. HMRC is encouraging taxpayers to file and...
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...
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Sending your forms to Companies House during the coronavirus outbreak
As an emergency response to coronavirus (COVID-19), the government have developed a temporary online service to upload a number of completed forms and send them to Companies House digitally. Click here for more...
New government support for high streets
The High Streets Task Force has announced new training, expert advice and online resources for high streets in England today. The High Streets Task Force will provide access to cutting-edge tools, training, information and advice for high streets across England as...
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Charity News
Light up a Life with St Michael’s Hospice
People across Herefordshire and beyond are being invited to remember their loved ones with St Michael’s Hospice this festive period. The Bartestree-based Hospice has launched its Light up a Life celebrations, which culminates in a service at Hereford Cathedral the...
Mum’s Christmas Wish as Daughter’s Memory Lives On In Charity Campaign to Remember Loved Ones
The memory of a much-loved Worcestershire girl whose brave battle with cancer captured the hearts of the community will live on in a special festive celebration from Acorns Children’s Hospice. Lily-Mai Bishop and her family were supported by Acorns throughout her...
BCC Quarterly Economic Survey: Business Confidence Boost Fails To Revive Investment
Business confidence improves in Q4, with 56% of UK businesses expecting an increase in turnover in the next twelve months. Despite this boost, most firms continue to report no improvement to sales, cash flow or investment. Downward trend in price growth...
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BCC Quarterly Economic Survey: Business Confidence Boost Fails To Revive Investment
Business confidence improves in Q4, with 56% of UK businesses expecting an increase in turnover in the next twelve months. Despite this boost, most firms continue to report no improvement to sales, cash flow or investment. Downward trend in price growth...
Worcestershire News
Step Into Christmas with South Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind
Join the ‘Step Into Christmas’ challenge with South Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind this December to raise vital funds and awareness for those that are experiencing low mental health across South Warwickshire and Worcestershire. Download the poster...
Three Counties welcomes new CEO to drive forward investment and growth
Three Counties Agricultural Society in Malvern has appointed David Prescott as its new Chief Executive. David will join the team in January 2023 to take over the running of the society, following the announcement that Ken Nottage will be retiring from the post, after...
Herefordshire News
Call for HR professionals in the Midlands
HR professionals across the Midlands are being encouraged to share their thoughts on how COVID-19 has affected long-term sick leave in their workplaces to help inform policy changes in the future. The Mental Health and Productivity Pilot (MHPP) is seeking to interview...
Herefordshire launches TV ad campaign inviting visitors to ‘Feel a World Away’
Herefordshire is launching its first ever TV ad as part of a continued marketing drive to raise the county’s profile for staycations attracting more day and stay visitors to enjoy this tourist destination bordering Wales and hugged by the Malverns and the Brecon...
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Apprenticeship Plans are ‘Mixed Bag’ for Business
Responding to the Government’s plans for apprenticeship reform in England, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Apprenticeships are high-quality, valued qualifications and businesses welcome the funding boost announced by...
HCR Law Advises Shareholders of Bumble Hole Eggs Ltd on Sale to Hardeman Egg Group
HCR Law’s Corporate team has advised the shareholders of Bumble Hole Eggs Ltd on the company’s acquisition by Hardeman Egg Group. Bumble Hole Eggs, a long-established egg products business based in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, has been acquired by Hardeman Egg Group...
Redditch Manufacturer launches Next-Generation io6 Pro EV Charger (launching June 17th)
Ratio, a leader in smart EV charging, has unveiled the io6 Pro Series — the advanced evolution of its acclaimed io6 charger. Built with cutting-edge technology, the io6 Pro delivers enhanced performance, improved safety, and streamlined installation, addressing the...
Welcome new Members – June
Warm welcome to our newest Members! Apogee Associates Limited – Apogee help you receive R&D tax relief and access innovation grants, providing your business with the funds necessary to fuel your groundbreaking projects. Arden Studio Business Solutions Ltd...
New People in Business event launched in Hereford
One of the leading lights of Hereford’s university presence will be speaking at the first People in Business networking event being held by a leading law firm in the city. Samantha Lewis will be talking about her extensive career at the free event at Lanyon Bowdler’s...
Vice Chancellor Completes 280km Walk
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Worcester has completed his 280km walk to raise money for student scholarship and hardship funds. Professor David Green CBE DL left Porto in Portugal on 16 May and today arrived in Santiago de Compostela in Spain as he...
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