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Supporting Andy’s Man Club on Suicide Prevention Awareness Day
Charlotte Webb was proud to host a special charity evening at Dough, Hereford, in support of Andy’s Man Club on Suicide Prevention Awareness Day. The event brought together local business owners, professionals, and members of the community to raise awareness of...
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Supporting Andy’s Man Club on Suicide Prevention Awareness Day
Charlotte Webb was proud to host a special charity evening at Dough, Hereford, in support of Andy’s Man Club on Suicide Prevention Awareness Day. The event brought together local business owners, professionals, and members of the community to raise awareness of...
Member News
Burns
Burn First Aid Myths: Why Butter, Toothpaste and Bad Advice Can Make Burns Worse Burn Treatment First Aid: What To Do When Someone Suffers a Burn at Work Imagine this. Someone in your workplace burns themselves. It could be a kettle. A hot drink. A piece of machinery....
Before Signing a Website Contract, Ask These Three Questions
A website contract usually turns up once you’re already excited to get moving, which is exactly the wrong moment to read it properly. Before you sign, ask who owns the finished website. Some contracts hand you the code, the content, and the design outright once...
Patron & Strategic News
Three new additions to SME Solicitors’ Worcester-based team
We are delighted to welcome Neil Bowyer, Vicky Sollis and Aimee Nicklin, who have recently joined SME Solicitors. Neil joined our Dispute Resolution team in September after working at several Worcestershire-based firms. With more than 10 years’ legal experience, he...
New conveyancing roles for Katharine Salter & Flora Goodwin
Katharine Salter and Flora Goodwin have recently taken on new roles in our Residential Property team. In June, Katharine completed her apprenticeship and became a paralegal. Since joining us in 2023, she has worked hard to develop her technical conveyancing knowledge...
Chamber News
International Trade Forum Delivers Expert Insights on Global Growth and Trade Success
International Trade Forum – 25th August 2026 Speakers from DRP Group, Bishops Fleming and the most recent winner of the Chamber of Commerce Global Trade Business of the Year Award, Kimal PLC, explored their experiences in international trade and how they were helped...
DBT changes to DBIST and reducing numbers
DBT changes to DBIST and reduce numbers The new department absorbs parts of the former Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and the Investment Security Unit, merging science and innovation directly with trade and business. Headcount Reductions...
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Welcome New Members | August 2026
A warm welcome to our newest Members who joined us throughout August: Worcester Racecourse – A historic National Hunt horse-racing venue on the banks of the River Severn, also offering hospitality, conferences, weddings and other private events. Squirel Ltd...
Welcome New Members | August 2026
A warm welcome to our newest Members who joined us throughout August: Worcester Racecourse – A historic National Hunt horse-racing venue on the banks of the River Severn, also offering hospitality, conferences, weddings and other private events. Squirel Ltd...
Policy News
Economic Security Deals Key To UK’s Trade Future
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has met with Ambassadors and senior diplomats from countries representing nearly 40% of global trade to discuss economic security and supply chain resilience. The meeting at the German Embassy in London was a candid discussion on...
Budget Must Back Business, Cut Costs and Deliver Growth
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is calling on Chancellor, John Healey, to ‘Back Business, Cut Costs and Deliver Growth’ in his first Budget statement. With BCC research showing fragile business confidence, its budget submission asks the Chancellor to give...
Skills News
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...
Surprise Fall In Unemployment But Threat Remains
Reacting to the latest labour market data from the ONS, Patrick Milnes, Head of People and Work at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “While unemployment has seen a surprise fall to 4.9%, the expectation is that it will rise this year as business...
Charity News
YMCA Worcestershire seeks new trustees to bring business skills to charity’s board
YMCA Worcestershire, the county’s longest-serving youth charity, is inviting local business leaders and professionals to consider joining its board of trustees, as it strengthens its governance for a new chapter ahead. The charity supports over 4,000 children,...
KEMP Hospice recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Healthcare™ and Charity & Not-For-Profit™
Having retained its Great Place To Work® status for 2026, Wyre Forest’s KEMP Hospice has also been named in the UK’s Best Workplaces in Charity & Not-For-Profit™ and the UK’s Best Workplaces in Healthcare™ lists. Having been revealed this week by...
Jobs Market Continues to Feel The Strain
Reacting to the latest labour market data from the ONS, Caterina Batog, Research and Economics Analyst at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Unemployment remained at 4.9%, in the three months to July, a clear indication of the continued stress businesses are...
BCC News
Jobs Market Continues to Feel The Strain
Reacting to the latest labour market data from the ONS, Caterina Batog, Research and Economics Analyst at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Unemployment remained at 4.9%, in the three months to July, a clear indication of the continued stress businesses are...
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
CXCS Wins Business of the Year at National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026
CXCS Wins Business of the Year at National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026 Herefordshire-based business support specialists CXCS are celebrating after being named Business of the Year at the National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026. The award was presented during...
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...
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Business Crucial To Burnham’s Devolution Next Steps
New BCC report calls for businesses to have a stronger voice in devolution. Report says economic growth and improved living standards must be the test of devolution success. The BCC outlines a three-stage roadmap to give local areas a bigger stake in economic...
Jobs Market Continues to Feel The Strain
Reacting to the latest labour market data from the ONS, Caterina Batog, Research and Economics Analyst at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Unemployment remained at 4.9%, in the three months to July, a clear indication of the continued stress businesses are...
Economic Security Deals Key To UK’s Trade Future
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has met with Ambassadors and senior diplomats from countries representing nearly 40% of global trade to discuss economic security and supply chain resilience. The meeting at the German Embassy in London was a candid discussion on...
Budget Must Back Business, Cut Costs and Deliver Growth
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is calling on Chancellor, John Healey, to ‘Back Business, Cut Costs and Deliver Growth’ in his first Budget statement. With BCC research showing fragile business confidence, its budget submission asks the Chancellor to give...
Worcester signage company invests in new technology to cut production waste by 70%
Worcester-based signage company City Signs is investing in new printing technology expected to reduce production waste by around 70%, while opening up new possibilities for customers. The family-run business, which was founded in 1960, has invested in an HP Latex...
Three new additions to SME Solicitors’ Worcester-based team
We are delighted to welcome Neil Bowyer, Vicky Sollis and Aimee Nicklin, who have recently joined SME Solicitors. Neil joined our Dispute Resolution team in September after working at several Worcestershire-based firms. With more than 10 years’ legal experience, he...
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