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PRIME MIX MARKETING NAMED FINALIST IN FOUR CATEGORIES AT THE WORCESTERSHIRE BUSINESS AWARDS.
Prime Mix Marketing is proud to announce that it has been named a finalist in four categories at the Worcestershire Business Awards, recognising the agency’s continued growth and the dedication of its team. The Worcestershire-based marketing agency has been...
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PRIME MIX MARKETING NAMED FINALIST IN FOUR CATEGORIES AT THE WORCESTERSHIRE BUSINESS AWARDS.
Prime Mix Marketing is proud to announce that it has been named a finalist in four categories at the Worcestershire Business Awards, recognising the agency’s continued growth and the dedication of its team. The Worcestershire-based marketing agency has been...
Member News
Bewdley Express trial ends on a high note after carrying more than 1,000 passengers
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has completed its eight-week Bewdley Express trial, with more than 1,000 passengers using the service to connect Bewdley with the UK’s main line rail network. The last of a total of 96 trial services arrived at Bewdley at 7.02pm on...
Ballroom Culture, Digital Access and Rural Mental Health to Take Centre Stage at The Hive
Could Ballroom culture help young people with eating difficulties? What changes could we make to ensure the digital world is more accessible? And does where you live affect the mental health care you receive? These are the thought-provoking questions that will be...
Patron & Strategic News
SUTCLIFFE & CO EXPANDS TEAM WITH FOUR NEW APPOINTMENTS
Worcester-based insurance broker Sutcliffe & Co has welcomed four new team members as part of the company’s continued growth and expansion programme. Joining the team are Kamil Ambroziak, Lucas Martin and Chris Parker as Client Advisors, alongside Dan...
Praise for University’s Leadership on Environment Following Award Shortlisting
The University of Worcester has received a chorus of praise for its work to encourage nature on its campuses after being shortlisted for a prestigious national award. The Mayor of Worcester was among those to highlight the University’s achievements on the environment,...
Chamber News
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...
Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) Q3 2026 Report Released
We are pleased to announce the release of our Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) Q3 2026 Report, providing an insight into the experiences, challenges and opportunities facing businesses across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. A total of 236 businesses contributed to...
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Steve Ennis Proud to Rejoin Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
Business advisor Steve Ennis, owner of Business Doctors Worcestershire, is delighted to announce that he has rejoined the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, reaffirming his commitment to supporting businesses across the region. Having built strong...
Steve Ennis Proud to Rejoin Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
Business advisor Steve Ennis, owner of Business Doctors Worcestershire, is delighted to announce that he has rejoined the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, reaffirming his commitment to supporting businesses across the region. Having built strong...
Policy News
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...
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
PB Signs Supports Community Fundraising
Throughout 2026, PB Signs has been supporting team member Jess and her family following the heart-breaking loss of their family member Luke, a passionate sportsman and much-loved member of the local community. In his memory, family, friends, local sports clubs and the...
Community spirit shines as Sleep Easy 2026 raises over £6,000 for young people
On 17th October, staff, supporters and families swapped their beds for cardboard boxes at YMCA Worcestershire’s first Sleep Easy event, raising over £6,000 for young people facing homelessness across the county. Participants slept out at Redditch United Football Club,...
EU Sales Drive Upswing In Exports
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: “Sustained growth in wider UK economic activity was reflected in July’s trade figures. The rise in exports...
BCC News
EU Sales Drive Upswing In Exports
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: “Sustained growth in wider UK economic activity was reflected in July’s trade figures. The rise in exports...
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
Child Employment: A quick guide for young people, parents, carers and employers
Hello, We would be grateful for your help in sharing some important information with businesses across Herefordshire. Many local businesses offer valuable opportunities for young people to gain work experience, develop new skills and earn money through part-time...
Herefordshire Skills Conference 2026 | Building the workforce Herefordshire needs for the future
Businesses, employers and skills partners from across Herefordshire will come together next month to look at one of the biggest questions facing the county: how do we make sure we have the skills and talent needed to support future growth? The Herefordshire Skills...
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Praise for University’s Leadership on Environment Following Award Shortlisting
The University of Worcester has received a chorus of praise for its work to encourage nature on its campuses after being shortlisted for a prestigious national award. The Mayor of Worcester was among those to highlight the University’s achievements on the environment,...
Assure Technical Launches Service to Support Chamber Members with Continuous Cyber Essentials Compliance
Assure Technical, a leading cybersecurity company based in Malvern, works in partnership with numerous local organisations to address the mounting complexities of supply chain security. Six months ago, the rollout of the Cyber Essentials Danzell v3.3 framework, marked...
A Different Kind of Christmas Bingo
Forget numbers and dabbers. This Christmas, ISO Quality Services is challenging Worcestershire to play a different kind of bingo. Returning for its ninth year, the Bingo Box Challenge brings local businesses and individuals together to collect much-needed donations...
Casey Bailey to Perform at Black History Month Event
Award-winning poet Casey Bailey will share his work and reflect on his career at a special Black History Month event at The Hive next week. The event, taking place on October 26 (6.30-8pm), will feature spoken-word performances by Casey, followed by a discussion about...
Why You Don’t Need to Be in Crisis to See a Counsellor
Most people who could benefit from counselling never seek it – often because they don’t think their problems are serious enough. Kate Wilkinson of Transform Counselling UK addresses this directly in the latest episode of Dandelion Video Production’s...
Beyond Barriers Pathways CIC Showcases New Post-16 Provision in Redditch
Beyond Barriers recently welcomed young people, parents and carers, educators, businesses and community members to showcase our new provision in Redditch for young people aged 16–24. We provide specialist alternative provision for young people facing barriers to their...
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