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DIGITAL CARNETS
From 1 June 2026, ATA Carnets will begin transitioning from paper to a digital format across the UK, EU, Norway and Switzerland. This marks the start of a global shift, with both paper and digital Carnets running side by side until 31 December 2027, allowing customs...
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DIGITAL CARNETS
From 1 June 2026, ATA Carnets will begin transitioning from paper to a digital format across the UK, EU, Norway and Switzerland. This marks the start of a global shift, with both paper and digital Carnets running side by side until 31 December 2027, allowing customs...
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Students Earn Choreography Commission with Worcester Theatre
Two talented dance students will take centre stage at Worcester’s Swan Theatre after securing a prestigious paid commission for their work. Maisey Tromans and Ruby Brown are both in the first year of their Dance and Performance degree at the University of Worcester...
Marmalade sandwiches at the ready – Paddington™ to visit the Severn Valley Railway in February
There’ll be plenty of family fun at the Severn Valley Railway, with appearances from the much-loved character Paddington™ on Tuesday 17 to Thursday 19 February 2026. Families can take an exciting heritage train ride out to The Engine House, Highley, see Paddington™...
Patron & Strategic News
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...
mfg Solicitors Unveil New Monthly Networking Event
Law firm mfg Solicitors has launched a new networking event in Worcester as it looks to connect professionals from sectors across the city. The monthly, invite-only event, will be held in the city’s Piston Distillery, with each event offering a different networking...
Chamber News
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.
Countdown to biggest virtual business event of 2021
I am delighted to say that there is less than a week to go until the weeklong virtual West Midlands Business Expo. An amazing opportunity brought to businesses by the collaboration of Chambers across the region. The virtual experience will give businesses the chance...
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Chamber supporting local hospice to raise £20,000 in 2020
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is proud to be supporting St Richard’s Hospice’s 2020 Business Challenge – the first of its kind for the Worcester-based charity. The hospice provides care for adults with a serious progressive illness, helping to...
Early Christmas present for Santa Fun Run
THE Santa Fun Run is under starter’s orders thanks to a generous donation from Central England Co-operative Funeralcare. The popular Christmas event returns to Arrow Valley Lake on Sunday, December 1 and this year will not only feature a 5k run and a children’s...
British Chambers of Commerce President recruitment opportunity
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) are beginning the process to identify candidates interested in becoming their next President. The current President, Baroness Ruby McGregor-Smith CBE will conclude her role at the BCC AGM in October 2022. The BCC are now formally...
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British Chambers of Commerce President recruitment opportunity
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) are beginning the process to identify candidates interested in becoming their next President. The current President, Baroness Ruby McGregor-Smith CBE will conclude her role at the BCC AGM in October 2022. The BCC are now formally...
Worcestershire News
Colleagues set for mammoth charity challenge
An intrepid team of colleagues have tasked themselves with a gruelling twist on the Three Peaks Challenge – all to raise funds for charity.
Opportunity to meet HS2 Minister Andrew Stephenson MP
HS2 is a once in a generation opportunity to better connect UK towns and cities, regenerate communities and make a step change in the Government’s commitment to become Carbon Zero.
Herefordshire News
Flexpo Business Digital Summit
Coming up on 16 September, the 2020 Flexpo Business Digital Summit has set out to understand where we are on our flexible working journey.
The Coronavirus outbreak has forced a huge change in how people manage their home lives and their business activity. This summit will explore the challenges and solutions and asks what do we want the future of work to look like?
‘A Good Place to Start’ campaign update – new ‘starting out’ support
‘A Good Place to Start’ aims to help jobseekers back into work, and put those businesses needing to recruit in touch with them. At the centre of the campaign are two websites, jobhelp which provides support to jobseekers, and employerhelp which provides links to business support and information, as well as help for those who need to recruit.
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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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