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Business CCTV: Is Your Camera Capturing Too Much?
Your CCTV might help protect your business, but is it also recording the pavement, your neighbour’s doorway or conversations outside your premises? For many businesses, cameras are a sensible security measure. They deter theft, protect staff and customers, and can...
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Business CCTV: Is Your Camera Capturing Too Much?
Your CCTV might help protect your business, but is it also recording the pavement, your neighbour’s doorway or conversations outside your premises? For many businesses, cameras are a sensible security measure. They deter theft, protect staff and customers, and can...
Member News
Choking First Aid: Why Acting Too Soon Can Make It Worse
Someone starts choking at lunch. They’re coughing, spluttering, red in the face. A colleague rushes over and starts thumping them on the back. Sounds helpful, doesn’t it? Not always. While someone is coughing effectively, the cough is doing the work....
Who’s the “Geoff” in Your Office?
Does your team have a go-to person who solves everyone’s tech problems? Tim Price of Train IT Midlands says that’s often the clearest sign a business needs proper training. Tim told host Adam Hanslow-Smith that the right time to invest is “when you can see people are...
Patron & Strategic News
Author to Launch Eagerly Awaited Thriller at The Hive
The second novel in a Worcester-set crime thriller trilogy will be launched at a free author talk at The Hive in December. Girl Gone Bad is the latest novel from former BBC radio presenter and novelist Tony Fisher, following his successful debut book, Good Gone Bad....
Help celebrate Herefordshire’s apprenticeship stars – nominations now open
Do you know an outstanding apprentice, a supportive employer or a mentor who deserves recognition? Nominations are now open for the Herefordshire Apprenticeship Awards 2027, celebrating the people and organisations helping to develop skills, create opportunities and...
Chamber News
Help Shape the Future of Workforce Health Support
Sickness absence is more than a number on a spreadsheet. It can reveal important trends in workforce health, highlight where employees may need additional support and show where action could make the greatest difference. By understanding and using absence data...
Welcome New Members | September 2026
A warm welcome to our newest Members who joined us throughout September: ABC Leisure Group – ABC Leisure Group Limited has been building and operating a hire fleet and providing full marina services to canal users for over 45 years, with a thorough experience of...
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Welcome New Members | September 2026
A warm welcome to our newest Members who joined us throughout September: ABC Leisure Group – ABC Leisure Group Limited has been building and operating a hire fleet and providing full marina services to canal users for over 45 years, with a thorough experience of...
Welcome New Members | September 2026
A warm welcome to our newest Members who joined us throughout September: ABC Leisure Group – ABC Leisure Group Limited has been building and operating a hire fleet and providing full marina services to canal users for over 45 years, with a thorough experience of...
Policy News
AI Investment Vital For UK’s Economic Future
Reacting to Government plans to boost the UK’s AI capabilities and defences, Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “This is a strong package of measures to support the UK’s AI resilience and spread its benefits more widely in...
Local Growth Fund Can Be A Catalyst
Reacting to Government plans for a £285m good growth fund for local authorities, Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “This is a welcome downpayment on Andy Burnham’s pledge to achieve good growth in every postcode. By giving...
Skills News
Pioneering pilot gives Herefordshire students an insight into construction
One of the region’s biggest construction firms has given students across Herefordshire an insight into careers in the sector through a pioneering new programme. Multi award-winning firm McPhillips, which is delivering a new £10m transport hub in Hereford, was...
WHC Hire Services Appoints Four New Apprentices in 2026
Growth is built one person at a time. At WHC Hire Services, that belief has never been more visible than in 2026. The Tewkesbury-based plant and equipment hire company has appointed four new apprentices this year, taking the total proportion of staff either...
Charity News
WORCESTERSHIRE AMBASSADORS REWARD PHOTOGRAPHER MIKE HENLEY
On rare occasions, Worcestershire Ambassadors choose to use their Annual Ball to award a prestigious ‘Pride of Worcestershire’ award to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the organisation and the county over many years. This years Ball – held at...
Exciting new developments for KEMP Hospice shops across the Wyre Forest
KEMP Hospice is bringing exciting changes to its local shops, with a refresh at their Worcester Street, Kidderminster shop, a new home in Stourport and the opening of a dedicated bookshop in Bewdley this November. KEMP Hospice is looking forward to an exciting new...
UK – EU Trade Relationship Needs To Change
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is calling for the UK to fundamentally reassess the terms of its relationship with the EU to drive stronger economic growth. In its new report, ‘The Future of UK-EU Relations’, the BCC argues that the imminent Leader’s Summit...
BCC News
UK – EU Trade Relationship Needs To Change
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is calling for the UK to fundamentally reassess the terms of its relationship with the EU to drive stronger economic growth. In its new report, ‘The Future of UK-EU Relations’, the BCC argues that the imminent Leader’s Summit...
Worcestershire News
Free bus travel for all veterans and serving personnel launching
Veterans and serving armed forces personnel across Worcestershire will soon be able to travel for free on buses. The new scheme provides free travel on the county’s commercial bus network and the Worcestershire on Demand service for veterans and serving personnel who...
WORCESTER STREET SIXES RETURNS TO THE CITY CENTRE THIS JULY
Worcestershire Cricket Foundation is inviting businesses from across the county to take part in Worcester Street Sixes, returning to the heart of the city on Wednesday 15 July 2026. Set across Cathedral Square and Worcester High Street, the event will once again...
Herefordshire News
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...
Joanna Hilditch honoured with Outstanding Contribution to British Agriculture Award
From turning down a Dragons’ Den investment for her drinks business, writing the lyrics and performing a song with PJ Powers celebrating the legacy of the land, to launching e-bike and wine touring, Jo continues to embrace diversification and challenge the idea of...
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Graduate Returns to Careers Fair After Landing Role Through University Event
Some of the region’s top employers attended the University of Worcester Careers Fair to connect with students and promote graduate career opportunities. Held on campus by the University’s Business School, students were able to meet employers from the region to learn...
High Sheriff’s charity golf day drives £6,000 towards community causes
The High Sheriff of Worcestershire’s charity golf day has raised an impressive £6,000 for local charities and good causes. Hosted by Worcestershire’s High Sheriff, Maynard Burton, the event took place at The Worcestershire Golf Club in Malvern, bringing together...
BCRS Business Loans raises thousands for charity at glittering Hollywood ball
Community lender BCRS Business Loans brought Hollywood glamour to Wolverhampton to raise vital funds for a stroke charity through a glittering themed ball. A total of £8,111.23 was collected by the business lending specialist for its charity of the year, Dudley Stroke...
Deltic D9015 Tulyar returns to the SVR for 40th anniversary diesel celebration
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has announced that Class 55 Deltic locomotive D9015 Tulyar will be among the special guest attractions at its Spring Diesel Festival next year, marking 40 years since the railway’s very first diesel gala. Taking place over four days,...
UPDATE: The Volunteer brings heritage railway community together to celebrate 75 years of preservation
Please note there was a typo error in our press release of the same title, sent to you yesterday. This is amended (and underlined for easy reference) in the version below. Heritage railway pioneers, volunteers and enthusiasts from across the UK came together yesterday...
Ghost Trains sell out and Christmas is steaming ahead at the SVR!
Following the complete sell-out of its Ghost and Scream Trains, the Severn Valley Railway is urging families to book early for its hugely popular Christmas experiences, with tickets already selling fast. The SVR has proved it knows how to put on an unforgettable...
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