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Dandelion Video Production’s What Do You Do? Podcast is Back for Season 2
The second season of Dandelion Video Production’s jobs and careers podcast “What Do You Do?” has launched this week. The podcast examines jobs most people don’t know anything about, and explores unique approaches on ones we think we do. Initially launched in January...
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Dandelion Video Production’s What Do You Do? Podcast is Back for Season 2
The second season of Dandelion Video Production’s jobs and careers podcast “What Do You Do?” has launched this week. The podcast examines jobs most people don’t know anything about, and explores unique approaches on ones we think we do. Initially launched in January...
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Business Breakfast – Christmas Celebrations & Wellbeing at Work
We’re inviting local businesses to join us for a relaxed, free Business Breakfast at the beautiful Spetchley Park Gardens on Thursday 13th November, 9.30-11.30 am. It’s a great chance to: Connect with other local business owners and professionals ☕ Enjoy coffee,...
Key Employment Law Updates: Autumn 2025
1. Fire and Rehire – Government Softens Proposed BanThe Employment Rights Bill continues to target “fire and rehire” tactics, where employers dismiss staff to impose new terms. Dismissals linked to restricted variations (e.g. reductions in pay, hours, pensions, or...
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Hackathon Returns to Worcester’s Cyber Lab
Preparations are underway for the next Hackathon event at the University of Worcester’s Cyber Lab. The event, which is held in conjunction with the British Computer Society and local cyber security firm IASME, sees students compete in teams to hack into a fake web...
Separated Parents Urged to take Legal Advice before taking Children Abroad this Half Term
Divorced and separated parents hoping to take their children abroad this half term are being urged to get familiar with their legal rights and what steps they need to take with their ex-partner before they travel. Family law expert, Kennedy Langley, from...
Chamber News
New Business Banking Resolution Service launched
The new Business Banking Resolution Service (BBRS) was launched this week as an alternative approach to settle unresolved complaints from larger SMEs with participating banks. BBRS will look at two types of unresolved complaint: The contemporary scheme which covers...
BCC Coronavirus Survey: cash remains top concern for lockdown-stricken firms across UK
Results from the latest BCC survey on the impact of Coronavirus on businesses show they have been pushed to the brink by the effect of multiple lockdowns. Among the sobering findings from the survey of more than 1,100 businesses are: Three in every five firms (61%)...
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Supported Pathway to a different type of job
Supported Pathway to work. Who can apply: Young people not in education or training, those with mental health issues, Refugees, Prison leavers, Those with hidden & physical disabilities, Care leavers… Charities/Support Workers/Candidates register now. For more...
Top Local Wedding Venue Embarks on Support of Hereford Charity
Brinsop Court Estate, has chosen Herefordshire Mind as its charity partner for this year, as they embark on a series of fundraising events during 2019 to raise money for the Hereford mental health charity. David Harding, Herefordshire Mind Business Development Manager...
BCC study shows major gaps in official Brexit guidance for businesses in the event of ‘no deal’
The British Chambers of Commerce has published an evaluation of official UK Government guidance to businesses on critical operational issues in the event of an unwanted ‘no deal’ exit on 31st October. The leading business group has found that, at the time of...
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BCC study shows major gaps in official Brexit guidance for businesses in the event of ‘no deal’
The British Chambers of Commerce has published an evaluation of official UK Government guidance to businesses on critical operational issues in the event of an unwanted ‘no deal’ exit on 31st October. The leading business group has found that, at the time of...
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University of Worcester Selected as Founding Member of British Wheelchair Basketball Women’s Premier League
The University of Worcester has been selected as one of four universities to become part of a new women’s premier league for British Wheelchair Basketball. The League will be the first of its kind for women’s wheelchair basketball in the world, and the very first...
New NIC Relief Scheme for Employers
Employers taking on new staff who have served at least one day in the regular armed forces – even if that is just one day of basic training, will be able to take advantage of a new National Insurance (NI) relief scheme for the first 12 months of employment.
Herefordshire News
New £200million innovation fund to help companies recover from Covid-19
Companies across the Marches are encouraged to apply to a £200 million fund to drive innovation and boost the post-pandemic economy. The Sustainable Innovation Fund will be open to companies across all parts of the UK to help businesses recover from the impact...
Would you like to join our Herefordshire Area Council?
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce are currently recruiting for two businesses to join the Area Council in Herefordshire. We have two vacancies and are looking for businesses from the following sectors, but would welcome applications from any...
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Colleges in Worcestershire Celebrating Achievements of Students After Exemplary Set of Results
A leading college group in the Midlands is celebrating the outstanding achievements of its students after receiving an exemplary set of course results. WCG (Warwickshire College Group) received results for learners across all six of its colleges for A Level, BTEC,...
BCRS Business Loans Delivers £1m in Midlands Engine Investment Fund II Small Business Loans to West Midlands Businesses
BCRS Business Loans has agreed over £1 million in small business loans through British Business Bank’s Midlands Engine Investment Fund II. The milestone comes as 18 small businesses across the West Midlands have benefitted from small loans agreements since the fund...
Positive Picture on Growth Continues
Responding to the latest GDP figures published by the ONS, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “The UK economy got off to a good start this year, and the provisional data for Q2 shows that positive story is continuing. It’s...
From Clearing to Medical School at the University of Worcester
Sophie Bennett has just completed her degree in Biomedical Science and is about to start her journey at the University of Worcester’s Medical School. It’s a very exciting time for Sophie, but when she opened the envelope containing her grades on A-Level Results Day...
Severn Valley Railway is Finalist in Three Categories for Visit Worcestershire Awards
Staff and volunteers at the Severn Valley Railway have a lot to smile about right now, as the leading heritage line has been selected as a finalist in three separate categories for the 2024/2025 Visit Worcestershire Awards. The railway is in the running to scoop the...
Unleashing Curiosity: A Dog’s-Eye View on Human Behaviour
By Hope, the Office Dog Hello, humans! Hope here, your friendly neighbourhood canine correspondent. As I lounge in my cosy corner under the desk, I’ve noticed something fascinating about you two-legged creatures: your insatiable curiosity. From a dog’s...
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