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University Wins National EDI Award at Better Society Awards 2026
The University of Worcester has won a major national award recognising its approach to building a community where everyone can succeed. The University was the winner of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion award at last night’s 2026 Better Society Awards. The Awards...
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University Wins National EDI Award at Better Society Awards 2026
The University of Worcester has won a major national award recognising its approach to building a community where everyone can succeed. The University was the winner of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion award at last night’s 2026 Better Society Awards. The Awards...
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Mental Health Charity supported by The Signature Awards, Birmingham.
The Kaleidoscope Plus Group (KPG), a local charity who have been championing Mental Health for over 50 years, were the nominated charity for The Signature Awards, which took place at The Vox on Friday 6th February. KPG adopt a proactive approach to raising awareness...
National Charity the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust marks 10 Years of Funding Vital Research and Supporting Families
2026 sees national charity the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust mark ten years of incredible achievements in supporting children and families dealing with a cancer diagnosis, both through physical support and by funding thousands of pounds into vital research...
Patron & Strategic News
Driving business growth through low-cost digital marketing solutions
Marketing is a powerful, accessible tool for driving business growth. By adopting a strategic and measured approach, you can expand your reach, build brand awareness, and attract and retain customers. IAB UK shared, 81% of UK SMEs consider digital advertising crucial...
Venues ordered to prepare following new terrorism law
Venue owners and operators are being urged to prepare for new terrorism laws being introduced following the devastating Manchester Arena bombings and ever-growing threat of terror attacks. The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, otherwise known as ‘Martyn’s...
Chamber News
Economic Survey to shape future support for your business
As the economy re-opens and the majority of restrictions on business have been lifted, it is now more important than ever that businesses views are communicated to those who make policy decisions which shape business support in the future. The Herefordshire &...
Highways England investment feedback
Highways England will change its name to ‘National Highways’, reflecting the new focus on delivering the UK government’s £27bn strategic roads investment programme. Nick Harris has been appointed as the new Chief Executive. Share your views on where...
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Policy News
How was Quarter 3?
With less than 70 days until the date the UK is set to leave the EU, it has never been more important to use the Chamber’s Quarterly Economic Survey (QES). Make sure you inform government about your business experiences in regard to cash flow, recruitment, export and...
EU Exit Event: Save the date Friday 4 October 2019
On Friday 4 October 2019 the Chamber plans to hold an EU Exit preparation event. Industry experts from across a variety of business functions will present and discuss organisational challenges and opportunities. They will share best practice in regard to current...
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Charity News
Onside Advocacy New Opportunity
Onside are offering a fantastic opportunity to learn more about how you can volunteer to support lonely and isolated people in Worcestershire. Book your slot now to join us Friday 23rd April, 11am – 12pm, for our Volunteer Information session! Volunteering brings...
Get rainbowed up and run… or skip, or jog, or walk, or skate, or hop for the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust
With Easter and April soon to be upon us, the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust would like to invite you to join them and celebrate this magical time of year with some rainbow fun. Join them for your very own Rainbow run at your own home or place of work, at a time...
BCC welcomes start of trade deals with Australia and New Zealand
Reacting to the news that the trade deals with Australia and New Zealand will come into force on May 31, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “It is good news to hear that the free trade agreements with Australia and New Zealand will finally come into...
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BCC welcomes start of trade deals with Australia and New Zealand
Reacting to the news that the trade deals with Australia and New Zealand will come into force on May 31, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “It is good news to hear that the free trade agreements with Australia and New Zealand will finally come into...
Worcestershire News
Qwell mental wellbeing support
Qwell is a FREE, anonymous, confidential and safe online emotional wellbeing service, offering professional support, information, discussion boards and more for adults. Access 365 days a year to counsellors who are available from: 12.00-10.00pm Monday to Friday...
WORCESTER Business Improvement District (BID) has announced Sam McCarthy as their new Chief Executive.
Sam joined the team in 2015 and has since worked on managing key partnerships and has actively developed brand awareness within the city. Sam has a strong background in business support and engagement and will strive to build awareness and improve business within the...
Herefordshire News
£1.5 million grant scheme for projects tackling unemployment
Organisations developing initiatives to help unemployed people across Hereford are invited to claim a share of a £1.5 million pot of funding. Grants worth between £5,000 and £20,000 are available from the European Social Fund (ESF) Community Grants scheme for projects...
Kickstart placements key to boosting recovery plans for firms
With businesses now looking towards some potential dates for reopening, recruitment plans are starting to tentatively get back on track. But with reduced profits and cash flow within businesses, new appointments are being approached with caution.
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Managing client pressure without burning out your team
For many small businesses and charities, clients and service users are at the heart of what we do. But when expectations start creeping up – tighter deadlines, faster responses, “just one more quick thing” – that pressure can quickly land on your team. And...
CSR starts with your people – not a policy
When we hear “Corporate Social Responsibility”, it can sound like something only big companies with shiny brochures and sustainability teams get involved in. But for small businesses and charities, CSR doesn’t need to be complicated – and it definitely doesn’t...
Your team could be your best product developers
Product development might make you think of labs, whiteboards and sticky notes. But for small businesses and charities, some of the best product and service ideas often come from the people already on your team. Your staff are the ones closest to your clients, service...
6 months since the Awards… and nearly 3 years since the leap
Well, it’s been 6 months since we walked away from the Herefordshire Means Business Awards with not one, but two trophies – Professional Services Business of the Year and Overall Achievement. It’s safe to say we didn’t expect to win anything at all that evening. So...
Free Family Festival Already Proving Popular
Tickets to a free family festival at the University of Worcester have proved so popular that capacity has had to be more than doubled ahead of the event. The Children and Families Festival is organised by staff and students and will be held at the University’s...
Empowering SMEs Through Digital Learning
At Make Strides, we’re passionate about equipping businesses with the skills they need to thrive. That’s why we’ve become a strategic partner of the Hereford & Worcestershire Chamber if Commerce, aligning our expertise in digital learning with their mission to...
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