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Aerial platform company Socage opens new UK arm near Droitwich, aided by John Truslove
The new UK operation of Italian aerial platform and spider lift manufacturer Socage will be based in Worcestershire after working with commercial property agency John Truslove. Socage UK, the recently formed distribution and servicing arm of the business, will open...
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Aerial platform company Socage opens new UK arm near Droitwich, aided by John Truslove
The new UK operation of Italian aerial platform and spider lift manufacturer Socage will be based in Worcestershire after working with commercial property agency John Truslove. Socage UK, the recently formed distribution and servicing arm of the business, will open...
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Invitation to a presentation about the Hereford and Worcester Army Cadet Force – Thurs 26 June 25
On behalf of the Trustees of the Hereford and Worcester Army Cadet Force Charitable Trust I am inviting you to attend an evening aimed at deepening your understanding of the important role the Hereford and Worcester Army Cadet Force fulfils in our community. You will...
Invitation to a presentation about the Hereford and Worcester Army Cadet Force – Tue 24 June 25
On behalf of the Trustees of the Hereford and Worcester Army Cadet Force Charitable Trust I am inviting you to attend an evening aimed at deepening your understanding of the important role the Hereford and Worcester Army Cadet Force fulfils in our community. You will...
Patron & Strategic News
Thursfields Recognised as a Top Midlands Adviser for M&A Activity in 2023
Regional law firm Thursfields has been named by Experian as one of the Midlands most active M&A legal advisers for 2023 in its latest MarketIQ rankings. Thursfields’ top 10 ranking comes off the back of another busy year for the firm’s corporate team, which acted...
Law Firm’s Charitable Foundation Donates £1,000 to Women’s Refuge
A Worcestershire legal firm’s charitable foundation has donated £1,000 to an organisation which provides support to women and children who have suffered domestic violence and abuse. Law firm mfg Solicitors, through its charitable foundation, has donated the...
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How to work safely: Construction, outdoor work, factories and warehouses
As new national restrictions begin in November, government guidelines recommend that people should stay at home where possible and should only travel to work if they cannot work from home. For those who cannot work from home, you are advised to still go to your...
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Latest ONS Labour Market figures released
With the furlough scheme extended as well as vaccine rollout success, the UK labour market looks to have stabilised at the start of 2021 according to official data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Unemployment rate stood at 5 per cent in the three...
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Latest ONS Labour Market figures released
With the furlough scheme extended as well as vaccine rollout success, the UK labour market looks to have stabilised at the start of 2021 according to official data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Unemployment rate stood at 5 per cent in the three...
Worcestershire News
Full house for 2021’s first virtual Worcestershire Works Well bi-annual event
January saw the first bi-annual Worcestershire Works Well event take place virtually, hosted by the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. The virtual event saw several keynote speakers including representatives from Worcestershire County Council,...
CHOOSiE – Supporting Local
The high street was already in some trouble before the Coronavirus Pandemic caused most shops to close their doors – some for good. Signs screaming ‘CLOSING DOWN SALE’, boarded up windows, abandoned stores and an increase in charity shops had become common sights in...
Herefordshire News
Schools in UK to shut from Friday
Schools across the UK will shut except for looking after the children of keyworkers and vulnerable children, it was announced yesterday evening by government. Children are to stay at home from Friday and this year’s academic exams will not go ahead in England and...
British Business Bank to temporarily replace Finance Guarantee (EFG)
At Budget 2020, the Chancellor announced that a ‘Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme’ (CBILS) will temporarily replace the Enterprise Finance Guarantee (EFG), becoming available over the coming weeks. CBILS supports a wiide range of business finance...
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Former Worcester Resident Back in the City Ahead of Big Role at London University.
The new Vice Chancellor of Birkbeck, University of London has visited Worcester for a tour of the city’s own university, and a chance to have a look at how the place she grew up in has changed. Professor Sally Wheeler; OBE, was a pupil at the Alice Ottley School,...
Premium Office Space Available at Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce’s Worcester Office
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce announces an exceptional opportunity for businesses seeking an upscale office environment. Presenting an exclusive first-floor office space along with two additional meeting rooms, this meticulously designed 221.38...
Chamber Advice Blogs – Starting a Business
We’re excited to announce that our first set of Chamber Advice Blogs are now live! This first set of blogs are centered around the topic of starting a business: Have you recently started a brand-new business, or perhaps you have an amazing business concept but don’t...
How the Chamber can support you, when starting a new business.
Starting a new business can be an exciting experience, but knowing how to take the first step can be daunting, especially when you have your business plan ready. At the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, we believe that preparation is key. To...
Business Awards Entries Open Soon!
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards are back Thursday 13th June 2024, at University Arena, Worcester. Sponsored by Herefordshire Council and Worcestershire Council, the Awards will welcome over 700 guests from businesses across...
BCC Quarterly Economic Survey: Business Confidence Boost Fails To Revive Investment
Business confidence improves in Q4, with 56% of UK businesses expecting an increase in turnover in the next twelve months. Despite this boost, most firms continue to report no improvement to sales, cash flow or investment. Downward trend in price growth...
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