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Wyevale Nurseries boosts ‘3-30-300 Rule’ – how many trees can you see from your window?
WYEVALE Nurseries in Hereford is launching an awareness campaign centred on the ‘3-30-300 Rule’ to highlight how urban trees and green infrastructure improve wellbeing, climate resilience and access to nature in conurbations (April 2026). The rule, first proposed by...
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Wyevale Nurseries boosts ‘3-30-300 Rule’ – how many trees can you see from your window?
WYEVALE Nurseries in Hereford is launching an awareness campaign centred on the ‘3-30-300 Rule’ to highlight how urban trees and green infrastructure improve wellbeing, climate resilience and access to nature in conurbations (April 2026). The rule, first proposed by...
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“I had no idea what the result was going to be” – Dandelion Video Production’s Adam Hanslow-Smith takes a DISC assessment live on his own podcast
Most personality tests get dismissed as online quizzes with vague results. But when Adam Hanslow-Smith, founder of Dandelion Video Production, sat down with DISC Practitioner Dawn Hardman for the latest episode of the What Do You Do? podcast, he didn’t just...
Research Project to Support People Living with Dementia and Hearing Loss
A new research project is launching to tackle a long-overlooked challenge in social care: how to better support people living with both dementia and hearing loss through improved use of hearing aid technologies, staff training, and noise-aware environments. The Turn...
Patron & Strategic News
Midlands mums reminded of contact rights as Mother’s Day looms
Mothers are being reminded that their children have the right to spend time with them if they so wish, particularly on special occasions. As Mother’s Day approaches on 15 March, respected family lawyer Katherine Tippetts is warning mums in advance that they need to...
Book Curated by University Lecturer Exhibited at United Nations
A groundbreaking book, which brings together a collection of postcards highlighting environmental threats to our oceans, has gone on display in the Headquarters of the United Nations in New York. Sea Change was created by Tobias Hickey, Senior Lecturer and Course...
Chamber News
Hereford & Worcester Army Cadet Force Host Charitable Event.
On Thursday 5th December, the Hereford & Worcester Army Cadet Force hosted a charitable event at the Officers’ Mess at 214 Battery 104 Regiment. The event was attended by Cadets and Adults from the Gheluvelt Coy, His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant for Worcestershire,...
Prestigious Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards Celebrates Milestone Anniversary
Worcestershire Apprenticeships held its 10th annual awards evening on 28 November, honouring the very best in apprenticeships across the county. This year’s awards marked the 10th anniversary of Worcestershire Apprenticeships, with over a decade of supporting the...
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Welcome New Members
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Ansonware – Software development and IT consultancy company Apeiron Consulting Ltd – Portfolio Cheif Financial Officer and Consultancy Attain Auditing Ltd – ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems Lead Auditor...
Welcome New Members
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Ansonware – Software development and IT consultancy company Apeiron Consulting Ltd – Portfolio Cheif Financial Officer and Consultancy Attain Auditing Ltd – ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems Lead Auditor...
Policy News
Pace of Immigration Changes Must Work for Business
Responding to the publication of the Immigration White Paper, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy, at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses are keen to unlock more home-grown talent and will welcome the broad direction of travel in today’s White...
Quarterly Economic Survey for Q2 is now live!
The Quarterly Economic Survey is among the largest business surveys in the UK, making it a key resource for the government to conduct case studies and access up-to-date statistics on businesses across the UK. The Survey consists of questions on several topics,...
Skills News
National Apprenticeships Week 2022 – Building your future
95% of next year’s UK workforce are already employed this year “The September to November 2021 unemployed people per vacancy figure has fallen to a record 1.1”...
Call for Worcestershire engineering businesses to take advantage of apprenticeship incentives
A leading apprenticeship provider is urging Worcestershire engineering businesses to take advantage of regional incentives to develop the next generation of highly-skilled workers. College group WCG – which includes Evesham College and Pershore College –...
Charity News
Wyre Forest law firm raises four-figure sum for local charity Mentor Link
A kind-hearted Wyre Forest law firm has donated almost £4,000 to local children’s charity Mentor Link. Partners and staff at Kidderminster law firm, mfg Solicitors, held a variety of fundraising events throughout the past year for the Stourport-on-Severn charity which...
Warm Welcome for New Boutique Charity Shop in Hagley
The sun shone on Hagley this morning as the newest addition to the high street officially opened its doors. The grand opening of The Boutique by KEMP Hospice took place on Thursday 3rd July at 10am, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a warm welcome from staff,...
Services Trade Continues To Stall
Reacting to the latest trade data for November 2025 from the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “Services exports have been the standout feature of UK trade over the past decade, and the prospect...
BCC News
Services Trade Continues To Stall
Reacting to the latest trade data for November 2025 from the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “Services exports have been the standout feature of UK trade over the past decade, and the prospect...
Worcestershire News
Bank Holiday celebrations for a Century-old Locomotive at the Severn Valley Railway
Bank Holiday visitors to the Severn Valley Railway will get the chance to wish happy birthday to a grand old steam locomotive, as No 4566 celebrates its first century. The locomotive is on static display at The Engine House, Highley and its supporters are busy raising...
Rare Opportunity to Drive 45596 ‘Bahamas’ at the Severn Valley Railway
Eight lucky participants will have the chance to drive and fire the magnificent LMS Jubilee No 45596 ‘Bahamas’ when it visits the Severn Valley Railway for the annual Autumn Steam Gala. On Friday 30 August, ahead of the gala event, a very special footplate experience...
Herefordshire News
Herefordshire Skills Show 2024
Herefordshire Skills Show aims to inspire the next generation. Herefordshire Council is inviting local employers, education and training providers and entrepreneurs to take part in a skills and training expo aimed at young people on Thursday 8 February 2024 at...
Preserving History, Building a Future: Colwall Malvern Water Site to House State-of-the-Art Luxury Care Home
Colwall Malvern Water, an iconic site renowned for its centuries-old history and pristine spring water, is poised to embark on a new chapter. The historically significant location, known for its natural mineral-rich spring water, will soon be transformed into a...
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John Truslove helps fledgling concrete and stone machinery firm start up in Redditch
A newly formed stone polishing equipment supplier has launched in Redditch, with the aid of commercial property agents John Truslove. AK Surface Solutions has taken a five-year lease on the 1,180 sq ft unit at 12 Dunlop Road, on the Hunt End Industrial Estate, on a...
Cyber resilience – Are you ready for when it hits the fan?
In an age where digital threats are evolving faster than ever, resilience is no longer just an IT issue – it’s a business imperative. We’re bringing together decision-makers from across the region to explore how organisations can prepare for, respond to, and...
Diplomatic Advisory Hub Offers Middle East Conflict Insight
Hundreds of businesses have gained unique geopolitical insight into the Middle East crisis, thanks to a joint initiative by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). The first event organised by the new...
New Monthly Workshop Series Launches to Help Small Business Owners Accelerate Profit and Build Lasting Legacy
Profit Acceleration Workshops at Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce HQ Explore 12 Proven Strategies for Strategic Business Growth A new monthly workshop series designed to transform how small business owners approach growth and profitability has...
Severn Valley Railway names four guest locos for Spring Diesel Festival
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has kicked off announcements for the line-up of guest locomotives at its eagerly anticipated Spring Diesel Festival. Four impressive visitors have been revealed for the event which takes place from Thursday 14 to Sunday 17 May....
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber launches Business Manifesto 2026/27 at the Annual Economic Conference
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has launched its Business Manifesto 2026/27 at the Chamber’s Annual Economic Conference, setting out the organisation’s priorities for the year ahead and highlighting the key issues facing businesses across...
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