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Invitation for amateur musicians to be part of this year’s Elgar Festival
Organisers of the annual celebration of the life and music of Worcestershire’s most famous composer have announced an opportunity for musicians of all ages to be part a very special project. The Elgar Festival – which will take place from Saturday 23 May until Sunday...
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Invitation for amateur musicians to be part of this year’s Elgar Festival
Organisers of the annual celebration of the life and music of Worcestershire’s most famous composer have announced an opportunity for musicians of all ages to be part a very special project. The Elgar Festival – which will take place from Saturday 23 May until Sunday...
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Midwifery Student Takes on London Marathon for Baby Charity
A student midwife from Malvern is preparing for the world-famous London Marathon next year. Izzy Fisher, a student at the University of Worcester, will take on the 26.2-mile run around the capital in April 2026 as she raises funds for Tommy’s, the pregnancy and baby...
From Breathwork to a Broader Calling: Bev’s Journey of Growth and Clarity
When Bev first launched Alviva Coaching, she envisioned small, soul-soothing breathwork sessions—safe spaces for people to pause, breathe, and reconnect. Like many purpose-driven entrepreneurs, she poured her heart into setting up the foundations: attending networking...
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Wyevale Nurseries Duo Rewarded for 80 Years of Service Between Them
TWO members of the team from Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford have been rewarded this month after notching up 80 years of service between them at the UK’s leading commercial grower (June 2024). Tractor Driver, Russell Crump, who joined aged 16, has marked 50 years of...
School breaks shouldn’t mean hungry days
As the school summer holidays approach, countless families who depend on free school meals will soon face a harsh reality. With the cost-of-living crisis at an all-time high, feeding a family of three now averages £100 per week. Over the 6-week holidays, that adds up...
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Lateral flow testing now available in Herefordshire
Herefordshire now has 4 lateral flow community test sites spread across the county, as well as access to lateral flow testing available at Westfield Walk Pharmacy, Leominster via their own booking system. Several other pharmacies will be coming online shortly to...
Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Herefordshire HR1 Strategic LTD – HR1 helps SMEs establish and maintain a strong foundation, providing companies with expertise in HR and business management, governance and...
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Worcestershire lawyers to tackle gruelling ‘Wolf Run’ for breast cancer charity
A team of lawyers are set to take on a demanding 10k country run to raise money for a Worcestershire cancer charity. Eleven solicitors from Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors will tackle the ‘Wolf Run’ in Warwickshire on Sunday 14 April – aiming to raise £500 for...
Onside around Worcestershire
Daniel Walton, Managing Director of OLPRO and Trustee for Onside Advocacy, will be walking the Worcestershire Border, starting on Saturday 16 March. Daniel will take on 187 miles spread over 7 days (6 nights), going from Tenbury to north of Kidderminster, around...
Retraining essential as 1 in 5 firms consider redundancies post-furlough
The BCC has called for government to extend skills training as new research showed nearly 1 in 5 companies are considering staff redundancies as the next phase of furlough tapering begins. With older workers much more likely to still be on furlough, there is...
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Retraining essential as 1 in 5 firms consider redundancies post-furlough
The BCC has called for government to extend skills training as new research showed nearly 1 in 5 companies are considering staff redundancies as the next phase of furlough tapering begins. With older workers much more likely to still be on furlough, there is...
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Worcester secures £19.6m to transform the city
Worcester is to receive £19.6m to deliver long-term economic growth for the city and support recovery after COVID. The award follows the submission of a successful bid by Worcester City Council to the Government’s £3.6 billion Towns Fund. Worcester was one of...
Self-Employment Income Support Scheme fifth grant
A fifth grant covering May 2021 to September 2021 will be open to claims from late July 2021.
The grant is taxable and will be paid out in a single instalment.
Guidance for claiming the grant will be available by the end of June 2021.
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Prepare your business for Brexit – Free Webinar
If you’re wondering how to prepare your business for Brexit, our free webinar in partnership with Gowling WLG LLP is a great place to start to get your business Brexit-ready for 31 January 2020.
Self-employed second grant: How to claim, deadline and eligibility explained
Self-employed workers can apply for a second emergency coronavirus grant worth up to £6,570 from today.
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Leadership Consultants Launches Midlands Hub to Focus on Local Clients
In keeping with their 2024 strategic objective of securing 25% of new customers from the local area, leadership consultants Strategus Consulting has opened their new facility, housed in a refurbished stable. Located just north of Worcester, the Hub services clients...
Why is Event Cancellation Insurance important for Music Festivals?
In the vibrant world of music festivals, where the anticipation of unforgettable experiences runs high, the risks associated with planning such large-scale events often go overlooked. At Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers, we understand that while the joy and...
The Crucial Role of User-centric and Fail Fast Approaches in New Product Development
Creating a strong point of differentiation for your product or service in a saturated market remains a tough job. The post-pandemic challenges continue to grow, making it harder for businesses to find new ways to deliver value and connect with their customers. Market...
Lynhales Hall Care Home Employee Retires After 21 Years of Dedicated Service
Lynhales Hall Nursing Home bids a fond farewell to Debbie, a cherished member of the team, as she retires after 21 years of exemplary service. Debbie, who worked as a dedicated Domestic team member, has been an integral part of the Lynhales Hall family, consistently...
Heart of Worcestershire College Celebrates Exceptional Employer Engagement!
Heart of Worcestershire College Celebrates Exceptional Employer Engagement Heart of Worcestershire (HoW College) is proud to celebrate a remarkable year of collaboration with local employers, significantly benefiting the development of its students, to ensure they are...
Worcester Law Firm mfg Solicitors Announces a Trio of Promotions
Worcester law firm mfg Solicitors has announced a trio of promotions which include the appointment of two new partners and an associate. Respected Residential Property specialist Sharon Lerry has been promoted to partner along with colleague Tom Bell from the firm’s...
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