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Scrap specialist expands offer with skip firm purchase backed by community lenders
A scrap metal specialist has expanded its recycling offering to customers by purchasing a skip hire company backed with funding from two leading community finance providers. Family business Total Metal Recovery, based in Bromsgrove, has acquired neighbouring firm A-Z...
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Scrap specialist expands offer with skip firm purchase backed by community lenders
A scrap metal specialist has expanded its recycling offering to customers by purchasing a skip hire company backed with funding from two leading community finance providers. Family business Total Metal Recovery, based in Bromsgrove, has acquired neighbouring firm A-Z...
Member News
Growing, Evolving, and Looking Ahead
After Bill’s retirement, Creative Mouse has seen a shift in leadership, with Rob and Steve stepping into co-ownership after more than 20 years at the studio. That’s right, 20 years – Rob and Steve have been part of Creative Mouse almost from the very beginning. Both...
Branch Line Weekend brings the Severn Valley Railway’s past to life
The Severn Valley Railway will be stepping back into classic branch line days on Saturday 28 February and Sunday 1 March with its Branch Line Weekend, a special event marking 35 years since the arrival of the railway’s first diesel multiple unit (DMU). Across the...
Patron & Strategic News
A Decade of Work Pays Off: Aspiring Doctor Earns Gold D of E
A trainee doctor spent an afternoon at Buckingham Palace as he was formally presented with his Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. 22-year-old Nathan Scott, first year medical student at the University of Worcester, received his Award from His Royal Highness Prince...
Interior design company secures dream home!
Edward Thomas Interiors has purchased a £2m premises in Redditch National interior design company, Edward Thomas Interiors, has successfully purchased a modern new office and warehouse worth more than £2 million to facilitate its ongoing expansion. Working exclusively...
Chamber News
Business and governments must unite to hit net zero target
Nine out of 10firms have not done any assessment on a series of key strategies for managing a sustainable transition to net zero Two thirds (61%)said either capital grants or tax allowances would do most to encourage them to reduce their carbon consumption in the long...
LIVE WEBINAR: Child Car Seat Design Styling & Regulations
Would you like to learn more about integrated styling in child car seat design? Or perhaps you are interested in the regulations surrounding child restraint systems (CRS), particularly the end of R44? Then the next JMDA Design live webinar on 18th November at 1pm is...
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BCC comments on Heathrow Judicial Review verdict
Commenting on the High Court’s judgement on the judicial review of the Airports National Policy Statement, BCC Director General Dr Adam Marshall said: “Business communities across the UK will be bitterly disappointed that plans for a world-leading hub airport are now...
BCC comments on regional inequalities report
Responding to the final report of the UK 2070 Commission on regional inequalities led by Lord Kerslake, published today (Thurs 27 Feb), BCC Director General Dr Adam Marshall said: “Future UK growth depends both on investment in areas with untapped potential and on...
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Springfield Mind Launch New MoodMaster Course
MoodMaster is an upbeat approach to physical and emotional wellbeing. Are you depressed, anxious, irritable, angry? Do you have trouble sleeping, have difficulty concentrating, problems in controlling your emotions, or is life just losing its sparkle? MoodMaster can...
How can your leadership skills make a difference to people in Herefordshire?
As a local charity, Herefordshire Mind provide a range of services from Crisis Safe Haven services seven days a week to residential services and activities such as art and gardening groups. They also provide support across the county through their mental health link...
CHAMBER NETWORK RESPONDS TO HS2 ANNOUNCEMENT
Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “Following recent speculation, businesses remained hopeful that the Prime Minister would listen to their calls to push on and deliver the long-term infrastructure this country needs. “This is disappointing news for...
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CHAMBER NETWORK RESPONDS TO HS2 ANNOUNCEMENT
Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “Following recent speculation, businesses remained hopeful that the Prime Minister would listen to their calls to push on and deliver the long-term infrastructure this country needs. “This is disappointing news for...
Worcestershire News
Lifetime achievement award for Worcestershire solicitor
One of the county’s most respected solicitors has been honoured with a lifetime achievement award by the Worcestershire Law Society. Maynard Burton, senior partner at law firm mfg Solicitors, was recognised by the Society for his successful 40-year legal career and...
National Business Boostcamps series comes to help Worcestershire businesses
The Worcestershire Growth Hub has partnered with Lloyds Bank Academy to bring their Small Business Boostcamp series to Worcestershire. The Small Business Boostcamp series consists of five FREE, face to face workshops which can help smaller businesses to increase their...
Herefordshire News
Herefordshire Council open housing consultation until 11 June
Herefordshire Council have opened a housing consultation for people to share their views on the future of housing in Herefordshire. The consultation is now live and closes on Friday 11 June. It is available as a clear, concise and accessible online survey via...
Wyevale Nurseries receives Plant Healthy Certification for high biosecurity standards
The team at Wyevale Nurseries in Herefordshire are celebrating this week after being awarded a Plant Healthy Certificate during Defra’s 2021 Plant Health Week (May 2021). Wyevale Nurseries’ Production Manager Kyle Ross received the certification from the Plant Health...
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Garden centres can order three plants this year from Wyevale Nurseries to fundraise for the charity Perennial
GARDEN centres keen to raise money and awareness for the vital work of the horticultural industry charity Perennial can now order three fundraising plants from Wyevale Nurseries for summer delivery (2025). Hereford-based Wyevale Nurseries’ 2025 Retailers’ Promotional...
Prime Mix Marketing Expands Team as Part of Continued Growth Strategy
Worcester’s multi-award winning strategic marketing agency, Prime Mix Marketing Ltd, is delighted to announce that for the second time within a few months, that it has expanded its team with the addition of Sophie Granlund. Hot on the trail of taking on Kezia Allen as...
Social Media Skills: A Business Essential in Today’s Workforce
In today’s fast-evolving digital workplace, social media is no longer just a marketing tool—it’s a critical skillset. From customer service to brand awareness and recruitment, the ability to communicate effectively online is becoming essential across industries. As...
Opportunity for Assurance Review Services: 2024–2025 Financial Year-End
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce are currently seeking a qualified and experienced business to conduct our 2024–2025 financial year-end assurance review. We invite interested firms to submit an estimated quote for their services. This opportunity...
HCR Law Strengthens Regional Presence with Largest-Ever Promotion Round
Top 60 UK law firm HCR Law has announced significant UK-wide regional growth. In the largest promotion round in its history, HCR Law has promoted 87 lawyers and support professionals across all legal disciplines and within the firm’s 10 offices, reflecting the firm’s...
Increased Export Volatility Ahead Of Tariffs
Only a fifth (21%) of SME exporters saw increased overseas sales in Q1 of 2025 More than a quarter (27%) said their exports had declined with over half (53%) seeing no change Advanced orders fared no better, as 20% saw these rise while 28% reported a decline The Trade...
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