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Ten Years of Smarter Energy: Solar Select Marks a Decade in Business!
Managing Director Terry Hayward reflects on how much the sector has changed since the company was founded: “When I started Solar Select, the solar industry was very different. Today, with the introduction of multiple manufacturing brands such as Sigenergy, Duracell...
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Ten Years of Smarter Energy: Solar Select Marks a Decade in Business!
Managing Director Terry Hayward reflects on how much the sector has changed since the company was founded: “When I started Solar Select, the solar industry was very different. Today, with the introduction of multiple manufacturing brands such as Sigenergy, Duracell...
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Hayward Wright continues expansion latest acquisition
Midlands-based, full-service accountancy and advisory firm Hayward Wright has expanded into Birmingham City Centre, with the acquisition of Wharfside Accountancy Services. The acquisition aligns with Hayward Wright’s strategic growth plans and responds to growing...
KEMP Hospice Santa Fun Run Returns with a New Festive Home in Wolverley
The countdown to Christmas is on, and what better way to get into the festive spirit than by taking part in the jolliest jog of the year: the return of KEMP Hospice’s much-loved Santa Fun Run, launching this year from a brand-new location. On Sunday 7th December 2025,...
Patron & Strategic News
HELLER Welcomes H.I.G. Capital as a Strategic Partner
Nürtingen, 3 February 2025 – H.I.G. Capital is taking a significant stake in the HELLER Group. This partnership will ensure the success of the transformation and open up many new opportunities for HELLER in the areas of investment, efficiency improvement, product...
24-hour CPR Marathon to Return to University
The annual 24-hour CPR marathon challenge is returning to the University of Worcester next month. Starting at 9am on March 10, students, staff and visitors will maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation on a training mannequin until 9am the following morning. The event...
Chamber News
FX Review 2021 by Moneycorp
As we head towards the end of 2021, just as we all thought we would be heading into a New Year with Covid all under control, the emergence of the new covid variant Omnicron, saw many countries closing their borders and the UK reactivating the red lists. With Christmas...
Festive programme of in-person Events
The return of in-person events has been a great success for the Chamber. With a mixed approach to events, including digital meetups as well as physical networking, our attendees can now get the best of both worlds and our hybrid approach caters for a wider range of...
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Bank of England cuts interest rates to lowest ever rates in its 325-year history
Following its cuts to interest rates recently, The Bank of England have again slashed interests rates to the lowest ever rate in the Bank’s 325-year history. In an emergency move to support the UK economy, it is the second cut in interest rates in just over a week,...
Government support for businesses during Coronavirus Pandemic
The government has announced a number of measures and packages to help support businesses through unprecedented times. After pledging £12 billion to soften the impact of COVID-19 in the budget, the government confirmed on Tuesday 17 March that they would be giving...
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Charity News
Foxbury Fields Vineyard supports Hellens Garden Festival charity fundraiser
AN ARTISAN Herefordshire wine company will be attending the two-day Hellens Garden Festival in the county to raise money for the charities St Michaels Hospice and Back to the Wild (June 2021). Foxbury Fields Vineyard, which is based in Bromsberrow, will be at Hellens...
Walk Worcestershire’s waterways for hospice care
Walkers, nature lovers and hospice supporters are being invited to stride out on the St Richard’s Hospice Waterways Walk this summer. Rather than take part on a single day, walkers can choose an 11 or 22-mile route on any day in July or August. Kelly Johns, hospice...
BCC continues expansion with new research Insights Unit
As part of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) expanded national offering, it is launching a new Insights Unit to provide businesses with best-in-class intelligence on the big strategic issues impacting the UK economy. Following on from the recent announcement...
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BCC continues expansion with new research Insights Unit
As part of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) expanded national offering, it is launching a new Insights Unit to provide businesses with best-in-class intelligence on the big strategic issues impacting the UK economy. Following on from the recent announcement...
Worcestershire News
RGS The Grange Award Winners at Kindness in Education Awards
RGS The Grange are delighted to have been named as award winners at the Kindfest22 “Kindness in Education Awards” this week. The award is the culmination of a range of initiatives introduced over recent years by the School. This year saw the introduction of a...
West Midlands Winners – Jackson Family Funeral Directors Wins at the Lloyds Bank British Business Excellence Awards 2022
Local Funeral firm Jackson Family Funeral Directors have been crowned The Lloyds Bank Local Business of the Year – West Midlands – at the British Excellence Awards. A sense of pure delight and celebration filled the room at the Lloyds Bank British Business...
Herefordshire News
Marches LEP praised for skills work in independent report
A major new report today praises the work done across the Marches to boost employment and skills – and sets out an ambitious blueprint for the future. The Marches Local Enterprise Partnership (MLEP) has already played a key leadership role in developing skills...
Herefordshire’s economy rebounds as take up of Covid support schemes falls
Understanding Herefordshire have released the latest edition of their ‘Economic Impacts of Covid-19’ summary. The key findings are as follows: Provisional figures at the end of April 2021 suggest the take-up rate of the Job Retention Scheme has fallen to 10% in...
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Agricultural Property Relief – Tax Break or Food Security?
Agricultural Property Relief (APR) was introduced as part of the UK’s inheritance tax system to help farmers pass down agricultural property and land to their heirs without incurring prohibitive tax liabilities. By offering 100% relief on qualifying agricultural...
University Week Focuses on Sustainability Activities for All
Almost 80 sustainability-related activities will be taking place on the University of Worcester’s St John’s campus as part of the annual Go Green Week. Go Green Week, held in partnership with Worcester Students’ Union, will feature a host of events, from talks and...
Pineapple Recruitment Marks Second Anniversary with Worcester Office Move
A growing Worcester recruitment firm which provides talent for the catering and hospitality sectors has relocated to new headquarters in the city as it marks its second birthday. Pineapple Recruitment has moved its eight-strong team to the Painting House on Severn...
Independent Worcestershire Hotel Celebrates 10 Years of Welcoming Guests to Worcestershire
Hogarths Stone Manor Hotel, a family-run independent hotel conveniently located in the heart of Worcestershire, is proud to celebrate its 10th anniversary. Over the past decade, the hotel has become a respected destination for travellers seeking comfort, quality, and...
Firms Face Increasing Cyber Security Risk
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is warning that businesses face increased cyber security risks without stronger engagement with government. Among the recommendations in a new report published today, the BCC is calling for ministers to: • Carry out a cyber...
Syndicated Interview with Cast Member Alasdair Baker.
Dial M For Mayhem Syndicated interview with cast member Alasdair Baker. Tell us a little about yourself? I originally trained as a singer at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, and worked as a professional singer for a few years. I then drifted into teaching and...
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