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Services Trade Continues To Stall
Reacting to the latest trade data for November 2025 from the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “Services exports have been the standout feature of UK trade over the past decade, and the prospect...
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Services Trade Continues To Stall
Reacting to the latest trade data for November 2025 from the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “Services exports have been the standout feature of UK trade over the past decade, and the prospect...
Member News
University of Worcester Shortlisted in Student Accommodation Awards
The University of Worcester has been shortlisted in the Student Accommodation Awards 2025. Worcester is a finalist for the Sustainability Initiative of the Year award, which celebrates initiatives that reduce environmental impact and promote greener student...
CONSTRUCTION WELL UNDERWAY AT NMITE’S CENTRE FOR INNOVATION AND FUTURE SKILLS
Construction is today underway at NMITE’s Centre for Innovation and Future Skills with base plates being installed and the timber frame being erected this week. Due to be opened in Spring 2026, this is a significant milestone in the construction of the building which...
Patron & Strategic News
Widely Respected Solicitor James Hayes Retires After 35-year career
One of region’s most popular and respected solicitors has retired after a career spanning over three and a half decades. James Hayes, a partner in the Corporate division at law firm mfg Solicitors, has retired after 35 years of advising business owners, boards and...
Practical Steps to Reduce the Impact of Flooding
Recent flooding incidents this autumn have shown just how devastating and unpredictable flooding can be, leaving many homes damaged and people feeling overwhelmed. We understand the distress that flooding can cause, and we are here to help you take proactive steps to...
Chamber News
A summary of today’s health and social care announcement
The NHS is getting £36bn over the next three years “to fund the biggest catch-up programme in the NHS’s history, tackling the Covid backlogs.” Prime Minister Rt Hon Boris Johnson, MP, said: “The pandemic has illuminated chronic problems in our health and...
New £450m fund to unlock cutting-edge innovation across gas and electricity networks
A new fund will unlock greener ways to travel and to heat and power homes and businesses, by harnessing a new approach to energy network innovation. This will keep bills as low as possible, drive the UK towards its goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050,...
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BCC comments on announcement of HS2 review
Commenting on the government’s announcement of an independent review of HS2 by Douglas Oakervee, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “There is a strong economic case for delivering all phases of HS2. “For far too long...
Success for BCC campaign to simplify trade procedures as Government acts to issue EORI numbers
Commenting on the announcement that the government will act on the BCC’s call to automatically issue businesses with an EORI number, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General, of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “This step is long overdue, yet welcome nonetheless. We...
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Charity News
Christmas Raffle Onside Advocacy
There are only a couple of days left to take part of our Christmas Raffle! So don’t miss out if you would like to be in it to win it! Please feel free to pass this on to any friends, family, colleagues and contacts that may be interested in taking part Please ensure...
COLLATE GIVES AN EARLY CHRISTMAS PRESENT TO LEONARD CHESHIRE WITH SOFTWARE DONATION
Leading pan-disability charity Leonard Cheshire receives an early Christmas present courtesy of Collate Systems with a donation of lead generation software. As with many charities, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge impact on fundraising activities, with many events...
BCC urges world leaders to make a step change on green trade
Reacting to the World Trade Organisation’s (WTO) World Trade Report 2022 released at COP27, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said: “World leaders will do well to pay attention to this report. The WTO’s call to action is clear – trade in environmental goods and...
BCC News
BCC urges world leaders to make a step change on green trade
Reacting to the World Trade Organisation’s (WTO) World Trade Report 2022 released at COP27, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said: “World leaders will do well to pay attention to this report. The WTO’s call to action is clear – trade in environmental goods and...
Worcestershire News
Building on success at GJS Dillon
GJS Dillon is delighted to welcome Mike Sutton who is taking up the post of Director of Building Surveying. A Chartered Building Surveyor, Mike has extensive experience within the property and construction sector, having worked on behalf of a broad spectrum of private...
Expanding medical equipment company make their next move in Bromsgrove with help from GJS Dillon
An expanding local business is looking forward to moving to new premises in Bromsgrove shortly. Hugo Technology Ltd, an independent medical equipment repair, maintenance and management company, is relocating some of its operations and staff to the Stoke Heath Works in...
Herefordshire News
Business Owners: Keep your employees Covid-safe
As children go back to school and we move into the first stage of the easing of lockdown we are seeing Covid infections decrease in most areas of Worcestershire.
Unfortunately, Redditch has the second highest rate on Covid-19 infections across England.
Website Design and Hosting Opportunity
Due to funding, the Midlands Cyber brand has been dormant since 2019, therefore we are now committed to a complete refresh and redesign ahead of its April 2021 relaunch, and need a creative web designer and host to bring this vision to life.
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National Insurance Contributions Holiday for Veterans
Now that the dust has settled on the recent autumn budget announcement, and the implications of the increase in employer National Insurance contributions to 15% begins to dawn, especially for small businesses, how many of you are aware that there exists a National...
New Chief Executive aims to Create a Greener Future for Communities in Warwickshire and Worcestershire
The new Chief Executive of a leading woodland creation and conservation charity which is planting one of the largest forests in England is set to be at the forefront of the fight against climate change in communities across Warwickshire and Worcestershire. The Heart...
Customs Procedures Still Holding Back UK Exports
• Major survey of UK businesses finds customs procedures remain the top barrier to exporting (cited by 45% of companies) • 40% of firms say geo-political events have impacted their business over the last year • 37% of exporters anticipate an increase export business...
Terminally Ill Residents In Remote Region Of Tanzania, East Africa Receiving Expert Care Thanks To The Herefordshire-based Charity Muheza Hospice Care
An ever-increasing number of people living with terminal illness in a remote area of east Africa are receiving expert care and support thanks to the generosity of a Herefordshire charity. Muheza Hospice Care was set-up more than two decades ago by Doctors Karilyn and...
Sutcliffe & Co Welcomes Three New Starters to Support Growth
Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers, a leading provider of bespoke insurance solutions, is delighted to announce the expansion of its team with the addition of three new starters. This expansion supports the company’s growth strategy and ongoing commitment to...
School Pupils Learn about Tech at the University of Worcester
Around 60 high school students have had a taste of what a career in the cyber industry feels like as they spent the day learning new skills at the University of Worcester. The Nunnery Wood High School pupils got hands-on with virtual reality and artificial...
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