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Cybersecurity Consultant Reveals Why Every Business Is a Target in New Podcast Episode
Cybersecurity consultant Martin Cadwallader of LawFinity features in the latest episode of Dandelion Video Production’s What Do You Do? podcast, sharing what businesses of all sizes need to know about protecting themselves online. Cadwallader challenges the...
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Cybersecurity Consultant Reveals Why Every Business Is a Target in New Podcast Episode
Cybersecurity consultant Martin Cadwallader of LawFinity features in the latest episode of Dandelion Video Production’s What Do You Do? podcast, sharing what businesses of all sizes need to know about protecting themselves online. Cadwallader challenges the...
Member News
Budget consultation for businesses
Worcester City Council is the only organisation exclusively dedicated to serving Worcester’s 106,700 residents, but we face tough decisions as we consider how your money should be spent and what our priorities should be for the year ahead. Every year the Council is...
Celebrating excellence in apprenticeships
We are delighted to announce that nominations are now open for the first-ever Herefordshire Apprenticeship Awards. Hosted by Herefordshire Growth Hub in partnership with Herefordshire Council and local training organisations, these awards will recognise and celebrate:...
Patron & Strategic News
PhD Student Takes on Sahara Desert to Change Attitudes Towards Dementia
A PhD student from Worcester hopes to change attitudes towards people who live with dementia as she prepares to take on a 100km trek across the Sahara Desert. Mary-Joy Albutt (Known as M-J), whose doctoral research at the University of Worcester is examining the links...
Pets as Therapy Charity Visits Medical Students
Medical students at the University of Worcester were treated to a special visit from Pets as Therapy dogs. The Charity, which uses animals to enhance health and wellbeing, has been visiting the University for many years now, but this is the first time they have...
Chamber News
Recovery Loan Scheme
The Recovery Loan Scheme (RLS) launched earlier this week will provide financial support to businesses across the UK as they recover and grow following the Coronavirus pandemic. BCC’s Suren Thiru was included on the press release welcoming the new scheme which...
Businesses urged to apply now for a British passport
The Passport Office is urging businesses to allow up to 10 weeks when applying for a UK passport. Whilst it is still illegal to holiday overseas and the “Stay in the UK” regulation remains in place, by applying for a passport now, people can make sure nothing stands...
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Dressing as Dotty the Ladybird is a great sign
Darren Wilkins from City Signs turned into Dotty the Ladybird last week to raise the profile of the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust and over £230 for the charity so far. Local MD Darren Wilkins visited companies on the local industrial estate, Mill Top Business...
MBH is on the move
Local charity and Chamber Member Megan Baker House, who provide help and support for children and adults with conditions such as cerebral palsy and Parkinson’s, has announced big changes in 2020 as they will be re-locating their Leominster facility at Moreton Eye on...
UK & US launch transatlantic dialogues to boost £200bn trade relationship
The new series of transatlantic dialogues are aimed at deepening trade and investment ties between the UK and the US. International Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan and United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai will be among those gathering at the Joint...
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UK & US launch transatlantic dialogues to boost £200bn trade relationship
The new series of transatlantic dialogues are aimed at deepening trade and investment ties between the UK and the US. International Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan and United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai will be among those gathering at the Joint...
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Birmingham 2022 appoints DRPG as Official Promotional Event Services Provider for the Commonwealth Games
DRPG, a global creative communications group based in the West Midlands, has been appointed as the Official Promotional Event Services Provider for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. DRPG has been appointed to support on promotional events in the run up to the...
Chamber recognised by Ministry of Defence Awards for support to Armed Forces community
After what has been a challenging 18 months for all businesses, West Midland Reserve Forces & Cadets Association (RFCA) are very pleased to announce that 41 organisations in their region are confirmed as Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award winners for...
Herefordshire News
Marches Small Business Recovery Grant launched
A new £630,000 grant scheme to help small businesses across the Marches which have suffered as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic has been launched today.
New Strategic Account Manager joins the Chamber
The Chamber has recently welcomed Jon Freail as the new Strategic Account Manager. He brings with him a wealth of experience and we are thrilled to have him as part of the team.
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Leaf Mulch Mountain at Discover Parks
North Herefordshire holiday business increases commitment to environmental activities producing 30 tonnes of leaf mould for its parks. Discover Parks benefits from the unspoilt countryside of North Herefordshire & Mid Wales borders and in recognition of this the...
Business Challenges: How the Chamber Supports your Business.
Following the recent budget, businesses may encounter new challenges alongside ongoing pressures from the cost of living and energy crises. The Chamber provides support to help businesses grow and thrive. By conducting local research on key issues, from infrastructure...
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...
DRPG Empowers The Westminster School Students Through Creative Industry Programme for Special Educational Needs
Creative communications agency DRPG has continued its commitment to giving back to the community with a creative initiative for The Westminster School in Rowley Regis, West Midlands. Through a hands-on workshop series, students were introduced to the world of media...
Joint Area Council Notes
Retail (1) Business is steady with one month up and the next month down, but it could be much worse. We have been affected this year by a shortage of stock caused by moving production of some items from China to India, although some of these issues were internal, not...
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