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Roxel UK Empowers Future Engineers in Return of Midlands Flying Start Challenge
A team of graduates and apprentices from Roxel UK had a brilliant time organising and facilitating the second year of the Midlands Flying Start Challenge (FSC), this year for pupils at St Barnabas CE First and Middle School in Worcestershire. Roxel’s dedicated team of...
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Roxel UK Empowers Future Engineers in Return of Midlands Flying Start Challenge
A team of graduates and apprentices from Roxel UK had a brilliant time organising and facilitating the second year of the Midlands Flying Start Challenge (FSC), this year for pupils at St Barnabas CE First and Middle School in Worcestershire. Roxel’s dedicated team of...
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ONE attends reception at Falkland House
ONE Creative environments’ (ONE’s) Chairman was delighted to attend a reception at Falkland House in London (12/2/2026). The reception hosted by Richard Hyslop, the Falkland Islands Government’s Representative to the UK and Europe, was attended by Dame Harriett...
Celebrating Apprenticeships: How TDM and Jess Gladston Champion Lifelong Learning
As we mark the end of National Apprenticeship Week, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the transformative power of apprenticeships — both for individuals and for businesses. Our patron member, The Development Manager (TDM), has been at the forefront of this movement,...
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Exercise Executive Leader
We wanted to make you aware that Birmingham University Officers’ Training Corps are delivering an employer engagement event ‘Exercise Executive Leader’ to employers within the West Midlands area. It is scheduled to take place on Tuesday 13th May at Venning Barracks in...
A Big Season for Finch
As Worcestershire County Cricket Club begin the 2025 season, player Adam Finch has been sharing his reflections and his hopes for the current season, with students at the University of Worcester. Adam, himself a graduate of the University, said studying had helped him...
Chamber News
Step 3 sees indoor hospitality reopen and further restrictions lifted
Monday 17 May saw the government ease limits on seeing friends and family wherever possible, allowing people to decide on the appropriate level of risk for their circumstances. Most legal restrictions on meeting others outdoors have been lifted, however gatherings of...
Evesham College to focus on technical skills to meet local and regional economic needs
A new-look Evesham College will place a stronger focus on developing technical skills to meet local and regional economic needs. College group WCG has announced plans to shift the focus of courses at the college to more technical qualifications and the delivery of...
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Clap For Carers: Charity Initiative For Primrose Hospice
Carers across the country are on the front line dealing with the effects of coronavirus. We couldn’t be more thankful for the work you are doing. You are heroes! Our Managing Director, James Godsall said, “We have been thinking hard about how we can do something to...
Join the 2.6 Challenge to help Sight Concern Worcestershire and help save our UK Charities
Dear Friend of Sight Concern First and foremost, we hope you are well and coping during these very difficult times. Our dedicated team at Sight Concern (all working remotely) are busy making welfare phone calls, helping people to access information and support and...
BCC statement following PM resignation
Reacting to the PM’s resignation, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “Following weeks of chaos and uncertainty, the Prime Minister has resigned. Her resignation means the UK now faces even greater uncertainty, just as it stands on the cusp of a...
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BCC statement following PM resignation
Reacting to the PM’s resignation, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “Following weeks of chaos and uncertainty, the Prime Minister has resigned. Her resignation means the UK now faces even greater uncertainty, just as it stands on the cusp of a...
Worcestershire News
20 Year Strategy for Worcestershire Launched
Outlining the strategy towards 2040 in Worcestershire, the Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), has launched its new Plan for Growth. This new strategy was launched alongside the arrival of the National Net Zero Carbon Tour Bus in Worcester, where the...
Work smarter and be more productive with a smart meter
Are you seeking smart solutions for your business? A smart meter could be just the ticket for you. Smart meters are the new generation of gas and electricity meters which can be an invaluable asset for firms in Legal services, Accounting and bookkeeping,...
Herefordshire News
Opportunity: Waterworks Museum seeks help from Museum/Business Consultant
The Directors of the Waterworks Museum in Hereford are actively looking for an experienced Consultant who will provide a review of the Director’s Strategic Plan for the next five years. The Museum has set aside funding for an initial three days work, to be conducted...
What does Tier 1 mean for businesses?
In Tier 1, which Worcestershire & Herefordshire are currently in, businesses are able to access the Job Support Scheme, up until 19th October, they we able to access self-employed grants – NOW CLOSED FOR APPLICATIONS, and local authority grants. This table shows the support available dependent on tier.
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The Spire Appeal Project at St John’s Church, Bromsgrove: Restoration Works Begin
Friends of St John’s is excited to announce that the much-anticipated restoration works to the church’s iconic spire have officially begun. This marks the start of the Spire Appeal Project, a restoration project made possible with support from The National Lottery...
The Next Generation at Underwoods: A 135-Year Legacy Continues
Underwoods Steel Stockholders and Fabrications welcomes the sixth generation of the family into the company. Established in the Midlands over 135 years ago, this marks the continuation of the company’s rich legacy and commitment to serving Herefordshire &...
Worcestershire Community Foundation Distributes £187,000 to Local Causes
One of the county’s largest charitable grant makers has distributed £187,000 in funding to 31 local groups and organisations across Worcestershire. The six-figure support came from Worcestershire Community Foundation through the Strengthening Worcestershire Fund which...
Event to Explore Ways into Teaching Where You Live.
Aspiring teachers are invited to an event in Worcester where they can find out more about routes into the profession, and opportunities for study where they live. The event, between 2:30-6pm at The Hive on Wednesday 26th February, aims to help people learn about the...
CitCom Helps K9 Leisure Club Unleash Their Online Presence with Stunning New Website
Worcestershire-based marketing agency, CitCom, has partnered with K9 Leisure Club to transform their online presence and drive business growth. K9 Leisure Club, a Kidderminster-based provider of dog grooming, hydrotherapy, and daycare services, previously struggled...
Chamber Hosts New Event to Help Businesses Tender for Contracts
On Friday 14th February, businesses from across Herefordshire and Worcestershire gathered at Sixways for the first ever ‘Meet the Buyer’ event, hosted by the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. The morning kicked off with networking over breakfast,...
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