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A Different Kind of Christmas Bingo
Forget numbers and dabbers. This Christmas, ISO Quality Services is challenging Worcestershire to play a different kind of bingo. Returning for its ninth year, the Bingo Box Challenge brings local businesses and individuals together to collect much-needed donations...
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A Different Kind of Christmas Bingo
Forget numbers and dabbers. This Christmas, ISO Quality Services is challenging Worcestershire to play a different kind of bingo. Returning for its ninth year, the Bingo Box Challenge brings local businesses and individuals together to collect much-needed donations...
Member News
Moreton Show’s strongest year for coverage with Worcestershire Marketing Agency
You Do Better, the Worcestershire marketing agency led by Ruby Edwards, has completed its sixth consecutive year as PR lead for Moreton Show. 2026 brought the show’s broadest media coverage to date and its first television campaign. The 2026 show drew more than...
University Lecturer Creates App to Help Gymgoers Challenge Friends and Rival Gyms
A University of Worcester lecturer has developed a new app designed to bring friendly competition and social interaction to gym workouts. Gym Wars®, a free app created by Associate Lecturer and Technician in Sports Science Matt Davies, allows users to challenge their...
Patron & Strategic News
Student Support and Fundraising at the Heart of University’s Award Finalist Places
The University of Worcester has been shortlisted for the Outstanding Support for Students award in the prestigious Times Higher Education Awards for the efforts of staff to raise money for student scholarships and hardship funds. It’s one of four awards that the...
New Book Reveals Surprising Way Countries Judge Each Other’s Human Rights Records
An expert in law will launch his latest book at The Hive next month, shedding light on the way United Nations member states assess each other’s human rights records. Dr Michael Lane, Lecturer in Law at the University of Worcester, will explore the Universal Periodic...
Chamber News
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,...
Welcome new Members
Warm welcome to our newest Members! C5 Leadership Ltd – Leadership Development Consultancy, Executive (1-2-1) and Team Coach Country & Classic Properties Ltd – Estate Agents Specialising in Period & Character Properties Coventry, Warwickshire and...
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Surf Tech IT Celebrates 10th Year Anniversary
Local award-winning Managed IT Service provider Surf Tech IT recently celebrated their 10th year in business. Based out of Stourport-on-Severn, Surf Tech IT continues to thrive and grow providing a range of Technology, Support and Cyber Security solutions to...
Surf Tech IT Celebrates 10th Year Anniversary
Local award-winning Managed IT Service provider Surf Tech IT recently celebrated their 10th year in business. Based out of Stourport-on-Severn, Surf Tech IT continues to thrive and grow providing a range of Technology, Support and Cyber Security solutions to...
Policy News
Bromsgrove District Local Plan – Draft Development Strategy Consultation 30th June – 22nd September
Regulation 18 of the Town and Country (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2012 Bromsgrove District Council is in the process of reviewing and replacing the Bromsgrove District Plan (adopted January 2017), which will set out where new housing, employment and other...
UK Trade Stabilises After Tariff Hit
Responding to the latest ONS data on trade, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “UK trade showed signs of stabilising in May as the initial impact of higher US tariffs began to subside. “Services exports and imports showed steady month on month...
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Charity News
We’re recruiting a Chief Executive Officer — Maggs Day Centre (Worcester)
Maggs Day Centre is looking for an exceptional CEO to lead our Worcestershire charity into its next phase of impact, sustainability and strategic growth- Salary: £65,000 + benefits | Full time (flexible considered) We support people experiencing homelessness and...
Doors Open at Brand-New Ludlow Charity Warehouse
Shoppers were welcomed through the doors at St Michael’s Hospice’s new charity shop, Ludlow Home & Living. The ribbon was cut by shop manager, Giles Kember, and Ludlow’s Mayor, Councillor Di Lyle, before customers were invited inside to explore the transformed...
More Help Needed on Business Costs
Responding to measures announced by the Chancellor this lunchtime, Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “It’s important to remember that the cost of living and the cost of business are two sides of the same coin. “While most of...
BCC News
More Help Needed on Business Costs
Responding to measures announced by the Chancellor this lunchtime, Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “It’s important to remember that the cost of living and the cost of business are two sides of the same coin. “While most of...
Worcestershire News
Singing’ on the Train – and at the stations – on the Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway will be resonating with song on Saturday 17 August, as the leading heritage line welcomes eight male voice choirs to entertain passengers throughout the day and into the evening. During the day, performances will take place across the Severn...
The SVR Celebrates the 40th Anniversary of a ‘Transformational Vision’ at Kidderminster Town Station
Last weekend (27 and 28 July) saw the Severn Valley Railway celebrating a milestone in its history, as it marked 40 years since the opening of Kidderminster Town station. Hundreds of people gathered to honour the occasion, as senior railway figures paid tribute to the...
Herefordshire News
Richard Miller – “A Godsend to the people of Herefordshire”
One of the founding members of St Michael’s Hospice has been described as “a Godsend to the people of Herefordshire” following his death, aged 85. Dr Richard Miller saw his dream of bringing hospice care to Herefordshire realised in 1984 when St Michael’s in...
Hereford Production Company Rural Studios Awarded Funding as Part of BBC’s Small Indie Fund
Launched in 2020, the highly contested Small Indie Fund supports the growth of small independent production companies across the UK and will help Rural Studios to scale up its TV ambitions. Rural Studios currently has a returning show on BBC4, “The Read”, recently...
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New Art Classes and Fine Art Experiences Launch in Hereford
The Stunt Artists has launched a new programme of art classes and fine art workshop experiences in Hereford, giving people the chance to get creative, learn from a professional artist and leave with their own artwork. The current workshops take place at the newly...
Free study support event held at The Shell Store in Hereford
A free event designed to help learners prepare for the new academic year took place at The Shell Store in Hereford on Thursday, 13 August. The study day brought together five specialists offering accessible, person‑centred support to help improve confidence, focus and...
The Quarterly Economic Survey (QES 3) is Now Open – Share Your Insights
The third Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) of the year is now open, and the Chamber is encouraging businesses across Herefordshire and Worcestershire to take part. Running until 4pm on 7th September 2026, QES3 gives businesses the opportunity to share their...
The budget conversation to have before you talk to a developer
Most business owners go into their first website conversation with a number in their head and not much else. “What’s this going to cost?” feels like the obvious question to lead with. It isn’t, not yet. The more useful question is: what do I...
SVR’s Raise the Roof appeal passes quarter-million-pound milestone
The Severn Valley Railway Charitable Trust’s Raise the Roof appeal has passed a major fundraising milestone, with £254,558 now raised towards its £1 million target in just over two months. The appeal, launched in early June, aims to fund the construction of a...
AVE MD to act as ambassador for Worcestershire
Steve Perera welcomes Darren lley The managing director of procurement and nutrition consultancy AVE is set to act as an official ambassador for Worcestershire. Darren Iley has been elected as a member of the Worcestershire Ambassadors, an independent group which...
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