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Chamber Member Awarded Honorary Fellowship by the National Equine Forum
Vicky Kangurs, who has been a dedicated supporter of the National Equine Forum (NEF) for more than 15 years, has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship in recognition of her longstanding service and commitment to the prestigious event. Involvement with the NEF began for...
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Chamber Member Awarded Honorary Fellowship by the National Equine Forum
Vicky Kangurs, who has been a dedicated supporter of the National Equine Forum (NEF) for more than 15 years, has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship in recognition of her longstanding service and commitment to the prestigious event. Involvement with the NEF began for...
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Sharon Baker of Kinder Accountants Wins Business Leader of the Year at the Herefordshire Means Business Awards 2025
Local business leader Sharon Baker, founder and director of Kinder Accountants, has been named Business Leader of the Year at the Herefordshire Means Business Awards 2025. The award recognises Sharon’s outstanding leadership, innovation, and commitment to putting...
University of Worcester Open Day to Welcome Career Changers
People are invited to explore how higher education could reshape their future at the University of Worcester’s Open Day. The event, on Saturday November 29 welcomes anyone curious about university life. From young people preparing to leave school to adults considering...
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Bishop Flemings Outstanding Apprentice Programme Draws Record Numbers
Bishop Fleming is celebrating triple Apprenticeship success after receiving an Outstanding rating from Ofsted’s first full inspection of its apprenticeship provision, along with a string of other accolades. The leading audit, accountancy, tax, and advisory firm...
Innovation Takes Centre Stage: NMITE Launches New Programme and Vision for Centre for Innovation and Future Skills
NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) announces the launch of the Innovation Programme 2024-2025, a key initiative aimed at supporting local businesses and driving innovation in Herefordshire. This programme marks the initial phase of establishing...
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Further financial support available for the self-employed, says Rishi Sunak
Updated 06/11/2020 9.31am Chancellor Rishi Sunak has unveiled more financial support for the self-employed following government’s decision to U-turn on a second national lockdown. England began its second nationwide lockdown on Thursday 5 November lasting until...
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.
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Major rail infrastructure overhaul announced by government
Government have today announced plans to reform the UK’s railway system which should see more punctual services and cheaper tickets for rail passengers. Commenting today, Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps admitted the current system was “too complicated and...
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Major rail infrastructure overhaul announced by government
Government have today announced plans to reform the UK’s railway system which should see more punctual services and cheaper tickets for rail passengers. Commenting today, Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps admitted the current system was “too complicated and...
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Join the businesses harnessing peer support to drive success in 2021
Are you an ambitious Worcestershire Company, looking for support in 2021 to help you and your business overcome the challenges created in 2020?
Local business ‘walking home for christmas’
A team of colleagues from Hewett Recruitment, based in Kidderminster, are walking a collective total of 250 miles between 10-20 December as part of Walking With The Wounded’s national campaign, ‘Walking Home For Christmas’ to support ex-servicemen and women who are...
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Queen signs off Withdrawal Agreement Act to become UK law
The prime minister’s Withdrawal Agreement Act was signed off by the Queen on Thursday after completing its journey through parliament. The process will now be over to Brussels where the European Parliament will look to formalise the agreement in international law....
Herefordshire businesses can now apply for green energy grant scheme
SME’s in Herefordshire could benefit from a grant scheme supporting businesses to switch to renewable energy sources. The Marches Renewable Energy Grant Scheme, which is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund, is looking for expressions of interest from...
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Bank Seeks Further Evidence Before Rate Cut
Reacting to the Bank of England’s latest interest rate decision, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s decision was widely expected, and it’s clear the Bank of England is taking a cautious approach before making a...
Herefordshire’s NMITE University Project Announces New £3.5 Million Gift by the Charles Wolfson Charitable Trust
Herefordshire’s pioneering new university project, the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) has announced a further major charitable donation as it continues its growth. The Charles Wolfson Charitable Trust has agreed to make a grant of £3.5...
FBC Manby Bowdler Trials Artificial Intelligence in Pioneering Research Project
A leading Midlands law firm is trialing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) as part of a pioneering nationwide research project to assess how it might shape the future of the legal sector. FBC Manby Bowdler is one of just eight firms across the country exploring...
Chamber Member Wins Special Recognition at National Awards Ceremony
Naomi Wachner, founder of Calibre Executives (previously Calibre Virtual Assistant Services), and member of the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, was named One to Watch at the Woman Who Achieves Awards 2024, held at Coombes Abbey Hotel, on 10th...
Leadership Consultants Partner with Local Firm for Podcast
Earlier this year Strategus Consulting, the leadership consultants who provide business strategy & planning, coaching and mentoring through their Worcestershire and Southeast Hubs, launched The Leaders In Strategy Podcast, hosted by Mike Harris. Due to its...
Leaders in Strategy Episode 3: What influences a Strategy?
Welcome to the third episode of the Leaders In Strategy Podcast, where Mike Harris tackles the fundamental question – ‘What Influences A Strategy?’ Join him as he dives into the key factors that will shape your strategy which will be built upon in future blogs....
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