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Smarter Supply Chains for UK Businesses
PJB Logistics Solutions Ltd, a recently established consultancy, reflects this growing demand by supporting organisations in identifying inefficiencies and delivering operational improvements. With a focus on hands-on implementation, the business represents a broader...
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Smarter Supply Chains for UK Businesses
PJB Logistics Solutions Ltd, a recently established consultancy, reflects this growing demand by supporting organisations in identifying inefficiencies and delivering operational improvements. With a focus on hands-on implementation, the business represents a broader...
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Major investment marks new chapter for HCR Law’s Hereford office
A significant milestone has been reached in the heart of Hereford as HCR Law unveils its newly refurbished office, marking a major investment in the city centre and reaffirming its long-standing commitment to the region. After 13 successful years in its current...
HCR Law’s Midlands Corporate team leads M&A deal volume
Experian’s latest data shows a drop in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the UK during the first half of 2025, reflecting economic uncertainty and a cautious business environment. Deal volumes fell by 16% in H1 2025 compared to H1 2024, according to...
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New Teaching Facility for Health and Medical Students Wins Gold Award
A vibrant new teaching space for health professionals, created by the University of Worcester, has been recognised as the best non-NHS healthcare facility at a national awards ceremony. The Elizabeth Garrett Anderson building on Hylton Road, Worcester, which opened in...
University Researchers Investigate Impact of Soil Erosion on Farming
Soil washed away on farmland by rainfall can have dire consequences for farmers and for the environment. Now researchers at the University of Worcester are using the latest drone technology to establish the extent of this erosion, its impact and therefore the...
Chamber News
Banana, Chocolate, Walnut, sultana cake
Recipe: 170g butter (butter makes the difference here rather than cooking spread) 3 large ripe bananas – the riper the better for easier mixing – plus half a fresh banana 90ml runny honey 3 eggs 140 fruit muesli – we use Alpen, but any brand will do – Plus 1...
Armed Forces Covenant: What you need to know
To date, more than 5000 organisations have signed the Armed Forces Covenant including businesses and charities nationwide. The Chamber is also delighted to demonstrate our support for the Armed Forces Community by signing an Armed Forces Covenant. Chamber Military...
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Kidderminster student cycling from Land’s End to John o’ Groats
14 year old Alex Brown, Holy Trinity School and Sixth Form Centre student and passionate air cadet, is doing something a little different during his summer holidays by taking on the epic challenge of cycling from Land’s End to John o’ Groats. Alex has raised...
The SJL Foundation
It’s been years in the planning but on 15th July Simon Lancaster launched The SJL Foundation. Lancaster, the CEO and 100% owner of one of the UK’s largest owner-owned insurance brokers registered with Lloyds of London, will utilise SJL’s vast network of staff, insurer...
BCC respond to latest ONS figures
Commenting on ONS Trade figures for September 2021, published today, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Imports from outside the EU were higher than those from the EU for the ninth month in a row. This was driven by a...
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BCC respond to latest ONS figures
Commenting on ONS Trade figures for September 2021, published today, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “Imports from outside the EU were higher than those from the EU for the ninth month in a row. This was driven by a...
Worcestershire News
Worcester’s hospitality industry begins Covid recovery
Banking firm Revolut analysed the data of its 4,000 customers in Worcester in the seven days to May 23 as they sat down inside restaurants and cafes for the first time this year. Spending in Worcester was still 24 per cent below a normal week in February 2020 prior to...
University Fundraiser sees Staff Takes on Gruelling 24-Hour Challenge
From a trek through the night to a water assault course, staff at the University of Worcester will be pushing themselves to the limit in a gruelling 24-hour challenge to raise money for a good cause. The University’s latest Charity Challenge will see teams compete to...
Herefordshire News
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.
£14m boost for Marches LEP region to support economic recovery
More than 800 new jobs and 1,600 homes could be created after the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership secured £14m for shovel-ready projects to help the recovery of the regional economy.
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A proposal to round off a week of graduation at the University of Worcester
It was an extra special graduation day for one Worcestershire student, who got engaged just moments before her ceremony. Erin Boddice was about to graduate from her Primary Initial Teacher Education degree at the University of Worcester before her partner of 3 years...
Bishop Flemings Outstanding Apprentice Programme Draws Record Numbers
Bishop Fleming is celebrating triple Apprenticeship success after receiving an Outstanding rating from Ofsted’s first full inspection of its apprenticeship provision, along with a string of other accolades. The leading audit, accountancy, tax, and advisory firm...
Supporting a Worthy Cause: Coacto’s Charity Afternoon with Hope for Tomorrow
Recently, team Coacto had the opportunity to contribute to an inspiring cause by joining forces with Hope for Tomorrow, a charity that provides mobile cancer care units to communities across the UK. With a mission to bring treatment closer to patients’ homes, this...
Business leaders urged to join new board to shape Herefordshire economy
Herefordshire’s best business leaders are being urged to join a new independent board to help shape the county’s economic future. The Herefordshire Business Growth Board will play a leading role in driving the economy, supporting business growth, promoting innovation...
LSIP Event
Business leaders and education providers in the Midlands have urged the new Government to ‘stick to the plan’ when it comes to closing the skills gap and helping businesses to develop the labour force they need. The plea came at an event celebrating the progress made...
Worcester firm puts new product up for attack testing at major trade show
A leading Midlands firm is so confident in the strength of its newest key storage product that it is challenging people to break into it at a major trade show. The team at The Key Safe Company have so much faith in the Tamo Pro’s robustness and resilience they have...
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