Business Direction Online
Latest News
Introducing Business Direction Online, your one stop shop for all local and industry news.
Business Direction Online is updated daily, bringing you news from across Herefordshire & Worcestershire. Explore our Members exciting and important updates and keep up to date with any Chamber news.
If you’re a Chamber Member, you can submit your latest news stories free of charge and promote updates to local business professionals. Contact our Marketing team for more information.
Local Business Backs Young Footballers and KEMP Hospice with New Team Sponsorship.
Young footballers in the Wyre Forest are set to take to the pitch in brand-new kits this season thanks to the support of local business R Albert Accountancy Ltd – with KEMP Hospice proudly featured on the front of the shirts. The new kits will feature the KEMP...
Latest Article
Local Business Backs Young Footballers and KEMP Hospice with New Team Sponsorship.
Young footballers in the Wyre Forest are set to take to the pitch in brand-new kits this season thanks to the support of local business R Albert Accountancy Ltd – with KEMP Hospice proudly featured on the front of the shirts. The new kits will feature the KEMP...
Member News
Kidderminster College Receives FE First Award
Kidderminster College is celebrating after winning two prestigious accolades at the College Marketing Network’s FE First Awards 2026, recognising excellence, innovation and impact across further education marketing. Kidderminster College was awarded gold in the...
Welcome to your latest edition of Branch Lines | February
The countdown to reopening is almost at zero! Tomorrow evening (Friday 13 February) sees the first of the Boogie Lights Express trains, and on Saturday, the Railway is open for half-term services. It’s very exciting to be on the cusp of the 2026 season, one which...
Patron & Strategic News
Students Scoop £5,000 Prizes in Dragon’s Den-style Competition
Entrepreneurial students have scooped two £5,000 prizes in a Dragon’s Den-style competition to help launch their new businesses. Will Essex and Janka Chovancova, who are both studying at the University of Worcester’s Business School, were among the University students...
New University Building Set to Open After Easter
A brand-new building is set to open at the University of Worcester, marking a major milestone in the development of the University’s Severn Campus for Health, Well-Being and Inclusive Sport. The Duke’s Building, named for the University’s long-serving Chancellor, His...
Chamber News
Businesses relieved as customers finally welcomed back indoors
In one of the biggest steps forward in the past 14 months, Monday saw the most significant ease in coronavirus restrictions to date as hospitality businesses were allowed to serve customers indoors as well as hotels welcoming guests for overnight stays and many...
Chamber’s Quarterly Economic Survey now open
Our latest Quarterly Economic Survey is now open. Click here to take part. Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce represent the views of our members to national government, ensuring that the business case drives government policy. A great benefit of...
Our Latest Member
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
Policy News
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
Skills News
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
Charity News
Bromsgrove Cyclists To Cycle 2,600km From Home In 26 Hours For Primrose Hospice
TWENTY SIX cyclists will cover 2,600km in 26 hours to raise £2,600 for hospice bereavement services all from the comfort of their homes. Members of V-Sprint Cycle Club will use the virtual cycling app Zwift to take on The 2.6 Challenge for Primrose Hospice starting on...
Covid-19 community groups use free communications software and phone lines to help them serve vulnerable residents
Business services company Mushroom is providing free phone lines and call-handling systems to over 70 Covid-19 community support groups from around the UK. The phone systems are playing a crucial role in helping volunteers communicate with vulnerable people to arrange...
BCC response to Chancellor’s statement
Responding to the Chancellor’s statement this morning, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “The Chancellor’s buzzword was stability. But what we’ve seen from him is a plan for today and nothing for tomorrow. “Following the economic turmoil of the...
BCC News
BCC response to Chancellor’s statement
Responding to the Chancellor’s statement this morning, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “The Chancellor’s buzzword was stability. But what we’ve seen from him is a plan for today and nothing for tomorrow. “Following the economic turmoil of the...
Worcestershire News
Business Leader Joins University of Worcester as Independent Governor
Business leader, Asif Noorani, has been appointed as an independent governor at the University of Worcester. Asif co-founded Epiphany Productions to foster creativity and collaboration across the domains of art, science, engineering, and design. As a seasoned...
Go wild with winter safari Snowdrop Ball
Guests are invited to put on their glad rags and support a Worcestershire Hospice for its glitzy, annual fundraising ball. The St Richard’s Hospice Snowdrop Ball will be held at West Midland Safari Park, on Saturday, 27th November. On the night, guests will be treated...
Herefordshire News
Wyevale Nurseries tests new Botrytis kit that could help save money and plants
Wyevale Nurseries has been assisting with trials of a new test to detect the early signs of Botrytis to reduce the spread of the disease in nursery and garden centre plants (October 2020). Its work with researchers at Pershore College, biotechnology company Mologic...
Diageo finalise deal for Herefordshire-based Chase Distillery
It has recently been announced that FTSE 100 drinks company, Diageo, has agreed a deal to purchase Chase Distillery – founded by William Chase, the entrepreneur behind Tyrrells crisps. Spirits giant Diageo has an impressive portfolio of over 200 brands, and...
All Latest News
BCC In Trade Reset Push With EU Ambassadors
The BCC has met with Ambassadors from across the EU to make the case for a trade relations reset that benefits businesses on both sides. Director General, Shevaun Haviland, and Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, were hosted, this afternoon, at the German Embassy by...
Ormerod Rutter Announced as Community Partner for Rik Mayall Comedy Festival
Ormerod Rutter has been confirmed as a community partner for the inaugural Rik Mayall Comedy Festival, taking place in Droitwich Spa from 31 May to 7 June 2025. As one of Worcestershire’s leading independent accountancy firms, Ormerod Rutter will support the...
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce can help you earn CPD Points.
Working towards Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is a great way to gain new skills, knowledge, and expertise to support career progression. CPD encourages proactive and conscious learning, helping individuals stay ahead in their field. Earning CPD points...
Liverpool Legends
Thursday 10 April, 7.30pm Tickets £33, VIP meet & greet £78 01432 340555 Football fans can enjoy Liverpool Legends, an evening with Phil Thompson and Bruce Grobbelaar. Audiences will relive the highs and lows of the team that dominated the 80s – starring European...
HELLER Welcomes H.I.G. Capital as a Strategic Partner
Nürtingen, 3 February 2025 – H.I.G. Capital is taking a significant stake in the HELLER Group. This partnership will ensure the success of the transformation and open up many new opportunities for HELLER in the areas of investment, efficiency improvement, product...
24-hour CPR Marathon to Return to University
The annual 24-hour CPR marathon challenge is returning to the University of Worcester next month. Starting at 9am on March 10, students, staff and visitors will maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation on a training mannequin until 9am the following morning. The event...
Want to submit a story?
If you would like to read our guide to submitting a story click here