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MEGAFEST RETURNS TO CELEBRATE WOMEN’S CRICKET AHEAD OF T20 WORLD CUP FINAL
Worcestershire Cricket Foundation is preparing to welcome players from across the county as MEGAFEST 2026 returns on Sunday 5 July, bringing together women and girls for a day of cricket, community and celebration. Taking place from 10:00am to 2:00pm, MEGAFEST has...
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MEGAFEST RETURNS TO CELEBRATE WOMEN’S CRICKET AHEAD OF T20 WORLD CUP FINAL
Worcestershire Cricket Foundation is preparing to welcome players from across the county as MEGAFEST 2026 returns on Sunday 5 July, bringing together women and girls for a day of cricket, community and celebration. Taking place from 10:00am to 2:00pm, MEGAFEST has...
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Ross-on-Wye Enterprise Park launched to support business growth and investment in Herefordshire
A major new employment site designed to support business growth and attract investment to the county has been officially launched. Ross-on-Wye Enterprise Park was launched at a meeting of the Herefordshire High Growth Business Forum on 25 March, bringing together...
Severn Valley Railway honoured for resilience at Worcestershire tourism awards
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has been recognised with a special honour for outstanding resilience at the Visit Worcestershire 2025/26 Awards for Tourism. Judges created the award to shine a light on a business that has demonstrated exceptional strength,...
Patron & Strategic News
Hunger doesn’t wait until Christmas – ISO Quality Services Launches 8th Bingo Box Challenge
ISO Quality Services has launched its eighth annual Christmas Bingo Box Challenge, calling on local people and businesses across Worcestershire to support families facing hunger this winter. Demand for food banks remains at record levels, with the Trussell Trust...
Bestselling Authors Caz Frear and Olivia Isaac-Henry to Headline Spooky Fiction Event at The Hive
With the countdown to Halloween now on, bestselling author Caz Frear, creator of the hit Cat Kinsella series, will join fellow novelist Olivia Isaac-Henry for an evening of hair-raising storytelling and writing tips at The Hive. At the free event, on October 15...
Chamber News
There’s no Time Like the ‘Present’ to Donate Your Unwanted Gifts to Acorns
Now the festivities have begun ‘wrapping’ up, are you having trouble making room for all those gifts? Have ‘snow’ fear – why not donate your unwanted gifts to Acorns Children’s Hospice shops and help local families. Acorns is appealing for seasonal supporters to...
ONE’s Six Christmas Charities
ONE Creative environments (ONE) has supported six different charities during the festive period. ONE, which has a HQ in Worcester and offices in London and Birmingham, has chosen a range of good causes which will make a real difference to people this Christmas. The...
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Government unveils self-employed coronavirus financial support scheme
After the Chancellors announcements in the past week, detailing the governments plans to keep people in work and to financially support business, many were left with no support, those people were the self-employed workers. The government direction up until yesterday...
Government release guidance on closure of businesses and premises
The government has released guidance on what businesses and premises should close and any exceptions. Takeaway and delivery services may remain open under the guidance previously provided by the government. Online retail is still open and encouraged and postal and...
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Charity News
Postcards from Life – Lots set to go under the hammer
More than 250 miniature masterpieces are set to go under the hammer during an online auction for St Michael’s Hospice. Postcards from Life has raised tens of thousands of pounds for St Michael’s since launching in 2015. This year’s field is among the best yet, with...
Katherine Harriet chooses Yeleni Therapy & Support as it’s ‘Charity of the Year’
Nicky Heath, CEO of Yeleni, says: “To have Katherine Harriet Bespoke Home Care champion the work of and raise funds for Yeleni feels more important than ever. Every pound counts as more and more people are turning to complementary therapies to help them cope with...
Most SME Exporters Seeing No Improvement
BCC’s Trade Confidence Outlook for Q4 2023 sees SME exports continuing to languish Half of all SME exporters (50%) saw no change in overseas sales, and 24% reported a decrease. Only a quarter of exporting SME firms (26%) saw their overseas sales rise in Q4 BCC...
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Most SME Exporters Seeing No Improvement
BCC’s Trade Confidence Outlook for Q4 2023 sees SME exports continuing to languish Half of all SME exporters (50%) saw no change in overseas sales, and 24% reported a decrease. Only a quarter of exporting SME firms (26%) saw their overseas sales rise in Q4 BCC...
Worcestershire News
IT specialist issues urgent payroll warning ahead of further National Insurance changes
Businesses across Worcestershire have been warned they need to urgently update their payroll systems and software ahead of November’s changes to National Insurance following the recent mini-budget announcement. This alert has come from IT and payroll specialist Susan...
Jackson Family Funeral Directors become members of National Association of Funeral Directors
Local Funeral firm Jackson Family Funeral Directors have been accepted as members of The National Association of Funeral Directors or NAFD. With offices in Worcester, Malvern, Pershore and Upton-Upon-Severn the family-owned firm are growing their business with best...
Herefordshire News
Take part in the National Highways and Transport Survey
Local people are being asked for their views on Herefordshire’s highways and transport services – from the condition of roads and footpaths to the quality of cycling facilities. Answers will be compared with the views of other members of the public across England and...
Connecting Business and Charities – It’s not just about the money!
Tuesday 29 June 10.00am-12.30pm Jo Hilditch, High Sheriff of Herefordshire, presents an exciting opportunity to make connections and to support your CSR and Social Value activities’. Come and find out how supporting Herefordshire charities can be beneficial for your...
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Weekend rolls into the Severn Valley Railway for a must-see LEGO event
LEGO fans are in for a treat as Brick Weekend arrives at the Severn Valley Railway’s Engine House Visitor Centre for two fun-filled days on Saturday and Sunday 2 and 3 August. Hosted in partnership with the LEGO UK Railway (LUKR) club, this special event will showcase...
New Skills Boost Funding Offers Up to £6,000 for Chamber Training
Businesses across Herefordshire and Worcestershire can now access up to £6,000 in grant funding to support staff training, thanks to the return of the Skills Boost 2025–26 programme. Delivered in partnership with Worcestershire Growth Hub, the initiative aims to help...
Business Still Sceptical On Employment Rights Bill
One third (33%) of businesses, in a BCC survey, think the current trade union proposals in the Employment Rights Bill would have a negative impact Only 2% of these firms think these proposals would be positive 79% of firms don’t feel the impact of new government...
Recruitment Static as Firms Assess NI Impact
Recruitment remains static with 55% of firms attempting to hire staff in the last three months (compared with 54% in Q1) Hiring remains challenging despite some respite, with 73% of firms reporting difficulties in Q2 (76% in Q1) Transport and logistics (80%) and...
Fisher German scoops top training award
A leading property consultancy is celebrating winning a prestigious award for its innovative approach to employee development at the British Training Awards. Fisher German, which has 26 offices across the UK, has been crowned Professional Services Initiative of the...
Midwifery Student Takes on London Marathon for Baby Charity
A student midwife from Malvern is preparing for the world-famous London Marathon next year. Izzy Fisher, a student at the University of Worcester, will take on the 26.2-mile run around the capital in April 2026 as she raises funds for Tommy’s, the pregnancy and baby...
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