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Final Call: Register now for TDM’s January Degree Apprenticeship Cohort. Funding available.
Time is running out! Employers and employees have until 15th December to express interest in joining TDM’s Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Degree Apprenticeship January cohort. This is your chance to kick off the new year in the right way; invest in your...
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Final Call: Register now for TDM’s January Degree Apprenticeship Cohort. Funding available.
Time is running out! Employers and employees have until 15th December to express interest in joining TDM’s Digital and Technology Solutions Professional Degree Apprenticeship January cohort. This is your chance to kick off the new year in the right way; invest in your...
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The Last Word | Chamber leaders share the key to membership success
MARKETING AGENCY Owner Ruby Edwards talks to Mike Forrester, Chair, and Sharon Smith, CEO, of the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. Ruby: Over the years I’ve recommended and provided outsourced marketing to support standard, strategic and patron...
Social Media: Your Secret Weapon for Business Growth
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, social media is no longer a ‘nice-to-have’—it’s a critical tool for business growth. Yet, many business owners still see it as overwhelming, time-consuming, or even unnecessary. The truth? When used strategically, social media...
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Worcestershire employers warned over legal hurdles as draft paternity laws are released
A leading Worcestershire employment lawyer has warned businesses to ensure they are ‘one step ahead’ following the government publishing new draft paternity leave legislation. The warning has come from award-winning employment specialist Sally Morris who has spoken...
Multimillion-pound business support package available
In partnership with Worcestershire’s district Councils, Bromsgrove District Council, Malvern Hills District Council, Redditch Borough Council, Worcester City Council, Wychavon District Council and Wyre Forest District Council, Worcestershire County Council has...
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HMRC Business preparedness materials
HM Revenue and Customs has published a number of new materials to help traders prepare for the end of the Brexit transition period including: October letter to traders Short information videos Decision trees on Importing and Exporting processes Step by step guide to...
Apprenticeship funding announced for Worcestershire
A further £250,000 funding has been made available to help young people gain employment in Worcestershire. Worcestershire County Council is working alongside Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) to release its apprenticeship levy to provide training funds...
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Government release Job Retention Scheme statistics – 4 million workers furloughed during November
The government has released stats on the amount of Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) claims made up to 14 January 2021. The number of employments furloughed increased gradually and peaked at 8.9 million on 8 May 2020. After the early May peak, the number of...
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Government release Job Retention Scheme statistics – 4 million workers furloughed during November
The government has released stats on the amount of Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) claims made up to 14 January 2021. The number of employments furloughed increased gradually and peaked at 8.9 million on 8 May 2020. After the early May peak, the number of...
Worcestershire News
Public Health England Better Health campaign
COVID-19 has affected the whole country; for almost everyone, life has had to fundamentally change. But it has also prompted many people to reflect and think more seriously about their health. Capitalising on this opportunity to inspire healthy changes across the...
Mental health support for carers
A new Mental Health Service run by Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust has been launched as part of a national pilot to improve community mental health care. Working with specialist mental health practitioners, local GPs and representatives from...
Herefordshire News
Wyevale Nurseries invests in new business management software
Caption: pictured above, Andy Johnson, Managing Director at Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford One of the UK’s leading nurseries is continuing its drive to innovate and has recently installed a new and bespoke enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. After a trial period...
MBH is on the move
Local charity and Chamber Member Megan Baker House, who provide help and support for children and adults with conditions such as cerebral palsy and Parkinson’s, has announced big changes in 2020 as they will be re-locating their Leominster facility at Moreton Eye on...
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BCC Respond to Autumn Statement 2023
Yesterday (22nd), the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt MP, delivered the Autumn Statement 2023. In response, the BCC team has prepared resources to support you and your members including: • OBR Economic and Fiscal Outlook Summary – Autumn Statement 2023...
Pershore College Celebrate Graduation with Historic Backdrop
Graduates from Pershore College have been celebrating their successes in a pair of graduation ceremonies with a history backdrop. Warwickshire College and University Centre (WCUC) saw more than 160 graduates accompanied by their families and friends head to Warwick to...
Autumn Statement Gives Hope To Business
Reacting to Chancellor’s Autumn Statement, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “We are pleased the Chancellor has listened to our calls to help businesses deal with the current economic challenges. Our Chamber network called on Jeremy Hunt to...
Memories of ‘Miracle’ Baby Grayson as Vital Acorns Care Meant Parents Never Felt Alone
The parents of a ‘miracle’ baby boy have told how their happiness turned into heartbreak when he died aged just six months old – but how vital care from Acorns Children’s Hospice meant they never felt alone. Becky and George smile through tears as they remember...
Exceptional Year of Awards Success for Leading Worcester-Based Financial Planning Firm
Worcester-based Britannic Place Financial Management, founded by chartered financial planner Steve Perera, has had an exceptional year for awards success. The year started with Britannic Place being recognised as a Top Rated Firm in the Top Rated Guide 2023 produced...
Advanced Engineering 2023 Review: From TLM Laser
Advanced Engineering 2023 took place on the 1st and 2nd of November where we saw professionals from a broad range of engineering and manufacturing backgrounds come together for this year’s edition of the industry’s largest UK gathering. Collectively we opened a...
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