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UK Must Tap Dormant Wealth To Drive Growth
British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) President, Andy Haldane, has called for bold action to channel more domestic investment into high-growth UK firms to unlock regional growth. Speaking at the BCC’s Global Annual Conference this morning, Haldane highlighted the...
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UK Must Tap Dormant Wealth To Drive Growth
British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) President, Andy Haldane, has called for bold action to channel more domestic investment into high-growth UK firms to unlock regional growth. Speaking at the BCC’s Global Annual Conference this morning, Haldane highlighted the...
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ONE attends reception at Falkland House
ONE Creative environments’ (ONE’s) Chairman was delighted to attend a reception at Falkland House in London (12/2/2026). The reception hosted by Richard Hyslop, the Falkland Islands Government’s Representative to the UK and Europe, was attended by Dame Harriett...
Celebrating Apprenticeships: How TDM and Jess Gladston Champion Lifelong Learning
As we mark the end of National Apprenticeship Week, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the transformative power of apprenticeships — both for individuals and for businesses. Our patron member, The Development Manager (TDM), has been at the forefront of this movement,...
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University of Worcester Welcomes UCAS Boss
The Head of UCAS says strong leadership is why the University of Worcester is first in the UK for sustained graduate employment. Dr Jo Saxton CBE, Chief Executive of the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service, was speaking after a visit to the University, where...
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...
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Turning Risks into Opportunities: How Insurance Can Support Business Growth in Herefordshire and Worcestershire
Running a business in Herefordshire and Worcestershire presents fantastic opportunities, but it also involves risks. Whether you’re a manufacturer in Malvern, a farm shop owner in Herefordshire, or a tech start-up in Worcester… growth often means taking on...
Commonwealth Scholars Want to Use Experience at University to Make a Difference
Two students from Africa are hoping that their time in the UK studying at the University of Worcester will enable them to make improvements to healthcare in their own country. Alice Azongo, from Ghana, and Calliope Ntuyenabo, from Rwanda, are both doing a year-long...
Paul Harris Tackles 100km Sahara Trek for Hope For Tomorrow
Paul Harris, founder and principal consultant at Coacto, recently traded the comforts of the office for the scorching sands of the Sahara Desert. His mission? To trek 100 kilometers and raise vital funds for Hope For Tomorrow, a charity that brings mobile cancer care...
HR Professionals Conference at Sixways Stadium Draws an Impressive Crowd
On Thursday 14th November 2024, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Hewett Recruitment, hosted the annual HR Conference at Sixways Stadium, Worcester. The event saw an impressive footfall of 130. Those who attended heard from 5...
Inflation Rises as Cost Burdens Loom for Business
Reacting to the latest inflation data from the ONS, David Bharier, Head of Research said: “While inflation is down considerably from this time last year, the larger than expected uptick in October highlights the continuing price pressures in the economy. Electricity...
Local Mentoring Group ‘Power Up’ Celebrates Growth and 5-Year Success at Faun Zoeller
Recently CEO of FAUN Zoeller, Simon Hyde hosted the celebration of 5 years for the Power Up Mentor Foundation at the headquarters in Redditch. The group honored their growth and success of the scheme with 90 Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) members...
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