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Local signmaker joins What Do You Do podcast to explain why your sign could be losing you customers
Jason Cooper of Evesham Signworks features in the latest episode of Dandelion Video Production’s What Do You Do? podcast, making the case that signage is a simple investment to make, but can make a massive difference to your business. Jason told host Adam...
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Local signmaker joins What Do You Do podcast to explain why your sign could be losing you customers
Jason Cooper of Evesham Signworks features in the latest episode of Dandelion Video Production’s What Do You Do? podcast, making the case that signage is a simple investment to make, but can make a massive difference to your business. Jason told host Adam...
Member News
From raising posses to championing charities: High Sheriff of Worcestershire explains one of Britain’s oldest public offices
Maynard Burton, High Sheriff of Worcestershire, features in the latest episode of Dandelion Video Production’s What Do You Do? podcast, shedding light on a role most people associate with Robin Hood rather than modern community life. Appointed by the King...
Mental Health First Aider reveals why workplace stigma stops people getting the support they need
Wendy Garratt of Garratt Learning features in the latest episode of Dandelion Video Production’s What Do You Do? podcast, tackling one of the most overlooked roles in workplace wellbeing. In the podcast, Wendy talks about the moment where she decided to become a...
Patron & Strategic News
Clearing Gave me the Chance to Choose, says Worcester Graduate
The University of Worcester is braced for a potentially record-breaking Clearing Day, as pupils across the country prepare to receive their exam results. The University received more than 1,000 calls to its Clearing hotline last year, with students hoping to secure a...
University Named Finalist for Sustainability Work with Students and Community
The University of Worcester has been shortlisted for a national sustainability award, recognising its efforts to embed sustainability across its curriculum, campuses and the wider community. It has been named a finalist in the Creating Impact category of the Green...
Chamber News
Chamber Celebrates Year of Positive Social Impact and Sets Ambitious Goals for 2026/27
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is celebrating a successful year of delivering Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives with a lasting social impact across the two counties, while setting ambitious objectives for 2026/27 to strengthen...
Behind the scenes: The Chamber work delivering results for Members
From influencing national policy to solving local business challenges, much of the Chamber’s most valuable work happens behind the scenes. Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Director of Business Engagement & Policy Robert Elliot talks to...
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Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre joins Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre Joins Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre is delighted to announce its membership of the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, marking another...
Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre joins Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre Joins Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre is delighted to announce its membership of the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, marking another...
Policy News
Steel Quota Changes – A Step In The Right Direction
Reacting to today’s government announcement of changes to its planned steel tariffs and quotas, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “These amendments are a welcome tilt towards the needs of the UK’s downstream steel users, employing 300,000 people in...
More Help Needed on Business Costs
Responding to measures announced by the Chancellor this lunchtime, Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “It’s important to remember that the cost of living and the cost of business are two sides of the same coin. “While most of...
Skills News
Skills Planning Vital To Tackle Gen Z Drift
A new report on a pioneering scheme for business-led skills planning in England has identified a pressing need to better engage Generation Z with the workplace. The analysis of Local Skills Improvement Plans (LSIPs) found they have engaged thousands of people and...
REHAU: Fenestration industry could do more to showcase its innovation and career opportunities
Recruiting skilled workers within the fenestration industry is becoming increasingly challenging and those within the sector are aware that it needs to do more to attract talent. The industry is more innovative and self-reliant than those outside of the sector give it...
Charity News
OWB Creative donates craft boxes to charity to support childhood cancer families
Generous marketing specialists OWB Creative have donated colourful craft boxes to a charity supporting families impacted by childhood cancer. The team at OWB Creative, part of Chamber Member DRPG Group, decorated and filled four large boxes with crafting gifts and...
Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre Announces Partnership with Primrose Hospice
Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre has announced Primrose Hospice as one of its chosen charity partners, beginning what promises to be a meaningful and long-lasting relationship with one of Worcestershire’s most valued local charities. Known for its...
Alarm Bells Ringing As Services Exports Fall
Commenting on the latest trade data released by the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Goods exports fared well in May with a 5.2% increase in volume, particularly in chemicals exports to the...
BCC News
Alarm Bells Ringing As Services Exports Fall
Commenting on the latest trade data released by the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Goods exports fared well in May with a 5.2% increase in volume, particularly in chemicals exports to the...
Worcestershire News
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...
2026 Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards announced following successful National Careers Week
Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and Worcestershire County Council are pleased to announce the 2026 Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards. The announcement comes at the conclusion of National Careers Week, a successful week of promoting the various...
Herefordshire News
Neurodiversity in Business Co- working: a neuroaffirming, sensory friendly, supportive environment for work and learning.
Nurturingnd is pleased announce a new addition to its service line up: neurodiversity in business co-working at The Shell Store, Hereford. The first session will be on Thursday 21st May and will include: • Three hours access to space and support 9.30am-12.30pm • Free...
Luctonians Sports Club investing in the future of Herefordshire’s young people
Luctonians Sports Club continues to invest in the next generation across Herefordshire, having engaged more than 20,000 children through its schools’ outreach programme since 1993 and raised over £250,000 for local charities since 2016. Today, the club is home to more...
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SVR resident Stanier Mogul 13268 to return to the main line with Vintage Trains
The Severn Valley Railway and the Stanier Mogul Fund have announced that Stanier Mogul LMS No 13268 is to return to main line service later this year under a new arrangement with Vintage Trains, based at Tyseley in Birmingham. The arrangement will see the popular...
Clearing Gave me the Chance to Choose, says Worcester Graduate
The University of Worcester is braced for a potentially record-breaking Clearing Day, as pupils across the country prepare to receive their exam results. The University received more than 1,000 calls to its Clearing hotline last year, with students hoping to secure a...
£5 million campaign launched to transform children’s hospice care across the West Midlands
A £5 million fundraising appeal has been launched to transform children’s hospice care across the West Midlands as demand reaches record levels. The ambitious campaign from Acorns Children’s Hospice aims to help more families access expert care when and where they...
Major milestone reached as Full Business Case published for Hereford Bypass Phase One
Herefordshire Council has published the Full Business Case for Phase One of the Hereford Bypass, marking another important step towards delivering new transport infrastructure to improve journeys, strengthen the road network and support future growth across the...
University Named Finalist for Sustainability Work with Students and Community
The University of Worcester has been shortlisted for a national sustainability award, recognising its efforts to embed sustainability across its curriculum, campuses and the wider community. It has been named a finalist in the Creating Impact category of the Green...
Regent Advisory Appointed Central Services Provider for the Celtic Challenge
Regent Advisory has been appointed central services provider for the Celtic Challenge, the leading women’s cross border rugby competition operated by the Welsh Rugby Union, Irish Rugby Football Union and Scottish Rugby. The appointment, made by the Celtic...
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