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Smaller Exporters Struggling To Make Headway
The proportion of businesses reporting increased export orders sits at 25% in Q1 2026, compared with 31% in Q2 2018 There is a big split relating to the size of the business, with 23% of SMEs reporting increased orders, compared to 38% of larger firms....
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Smaller Exporters Struggling To Make Headway
The proportion of businesses reporting increased export orders sits at 25% in Q1 2026, compared with 31% in Q2 2018 There is a big split relating to the size of the business, with 23% of SMEs reporting increased orders, compared to 38% of larger firms....
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Escape to the Country features Herefordshire and Country & Classic Properties
On Monday 13th October Escape to Country featured Herefordshire – what a fabulous showcase for our fabulous rural county, showcasing all the county’s lovely views, countryside, attractive towns and villages. Not just one but two of the lovely, and quite...
Regional Education Leaders Applaud University of Worcester’s Shortlisting for Top UK Award
Senior education leaders across the West Midlands have praised the University of Worcester after it was named a finalist for the Times Higher Education University of the Year Award. The University is one of just six on the shortlist for the prestigious award, widely...
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Drivers and Transport Staff Required as Oakland International Opens Skelmersdale Depot
As part of their expansion Oakland International has opened their latest depot in Skelmersdale, Lancashire and is recruiting HGV drivers and transport personnel. Supply chain solutions expert Oakland International needs to recruit around fifteen HGV Class 1 drivers as...
Strategic Hire Sees Talbots Law Expand Into Agriculture Market
Worcester-based law firm launches its Agricultural Team with a marquee hire. Leading regional law firm, Talbots Law, has strengthened its ranks with the addition of Sean Spinetto as its new Head of Agriculture and Strategic Land Development. The move will see Sean...
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A message to businesses during these worrying times
“The announcement of a second national lockdown will be no doubt met with frustration from many businesses that put all the necessary measures in place to operate safely and securely in the current climate.
Chamber Q4 Economic Indicator now open
How has this quarter been for your business? Let us know by taking part in the Chamber’s latest Economic Indicator for Quarter 4 2020. By taking part, your business will be entered into a prize draw to win a Christmas hamper worth £110! The indicator allows you to...
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State Opening of Parliament highlights government priorities
Today (Tuesday 11 May) the Queen officially reopened Parliament. She highlighted 30 laws that ministers intend to pass in the coming year. The government aims to deliver a national recovery from the pandemic by supporting jobs, businesses and economic growth and...
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State Opening of Parliament highlights government priorities
Today (Tuesday 11 May) the Queen officially reopened Parliament. She highlighted 30 laws that ministers intend to pass in the coming year. The government aims to deliver a national recovery from the pandemic by supporting jobs, businesses and economic growth and...
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Worcester City secures £17.9M regeneration investment
The investment was awarded from the Government’s Future High Streets Fund, with the announcement made by Communities Secretary Rt Hon Robert Jenrick and Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak. The £17.9million boost will bring about a transformation of the northern...
Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members from across the two counties this month: Herefordshire Actors Mean Business Ltd Bluestone International Ltd Huntley Film Archives The Helping Hand Company (Ledbury) Ltd Worcestershire ARCC...
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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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Grant Gives Engineering Firm a Record-breaking Boost
A specialist engineering firm has enjoyed a record-breaking year after investing in new machinery, with the help of a grant from Herefordshire Council’s Business Enterprise Fund. KGD Enterprises, which is based at Rotherwas in Hereford, makes high-quality packaged...
Thursfields recognised in Top 5 for M&A Deals in the Midlands
Midlands law firm Thursfields has been ranked 4th in Experian’s MarketIQ report for M&A activity in Q1 across the Midlands. In the first quarter of 2024, Thursfields advised on 8 deals, including acquisitions for PE backed groups on buy and build strategies, MBOs...
BCRS Business Loans to Bring Business Community Together with Popular Networking Lunch
Loan provider BCRS Business Loans will be bringing representatives from the West Midlands business community together for a popular lunch event in Worcester next month. Business colleagues from across the region are invited to gather for BCRS’s Summer Worcestershire...
Hundreds Attend Opening of “biggest charity shop in the Midlands”
St Michael’s Hospice says it has been amazed by the support for its newest charity shop – thought to be the biggest in the Midlands. Hundreds flocked to the grand opening of the Whitestone Shop and Café last Thursday (May 23rd), with shoppers continuing to visit...
mfg Solicitors Adds Further Expertise to Commercial Property Team
Law firm mfg Solicitors has strengthened its commercial property offering with the appointment of a new partner. Highly-regarded property specialist Emma Chater has joined the firm, based at the company’s Bromsgrove office. An expert in property investment advice and...
UK General Election Announced – 4 July
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced that the United Kingdom will hold a general election on Thursday, 4 July. This decision marks a significant moment in the country’s political landscape as parties prepare to present their visions for the future. In...
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