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Reading the Seismograph: What the BCC’s QES Dashboard can tell us about the looming economic shock
The latest results from the British Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) for Q1 2026 present a familiar picture1. Business confidence remains subdued. Investment intentions are weak. Cost pressures, though no longer accelerating, remain elevated. Firms...
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Reading the Seismograph: What the BCC’s QES Dashboard can tell us about the looming economic shock
The latest results from the British Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) for Q1 2026 present a familiar picture1. Business confidence remains subdued. Investment intentions are weak. Cost pressures, though no longer accelerating, remain elevated. Firms...
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ATWELL WINS ELLIES EUROPE AWARD FOR BEST SUPPLIER – SAFETY PRODUCTS
Atwell International Ltd returns from Interlift 2025 as the winners of the Ellies Europe Awards in the Best Supplier – Safety Products category. The awards were announced live at Interlift Nürnberg, where Atwell International’s flagship innovation, the AiO Speed...
Women in the emergency services break stereotypes at Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber Forum
40 business professionals gathered at the Green Dragon Hotel, Hereford for the latest Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Women’s Business Forum, supported by You Do Better and sponsored by mfg Solicitors. The event offered a morning of networking,...
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‘Three Counties’ Group Champions B Corp at Business Summit
Hartlebury, UK – Friday 28th June 2024; The ‘Three Counties B Corp’ group brought together over 50 local businesses from Worcestershire, Herefordshire and Gloucestershire for a transformative summit to explore the benefits and process of the B Corp...
Historian’s Talk Reflects on National Politics 400 Years Earlier
For those still craving more politics after the General Election results come in, a historian at the University of Worcester will be reflecting on the political landscape 400 years earlier. Professor of Early Modern History, Darren Oldridge, will be giving a talk on...
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BREAKING: Prof. Chris Whitty says the UK is at a “critical point”
Chief medical officer Prof Chris Whitty earlier spoke about how there were “significant rates of transmission” of coronavirus in parts of the UK – as he said: “This is not someone else’s problem, this is all of our problem.”
A new package has been announced by government to support and enforce self-isolation
People will be required by law to self-isolate from 28 September, supported by payment of £500 for those on lower incomes who cannot work from home and have lost income as a result. New fines for those breaching self-isolation rules will start at £1,000 – bringing...
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BUDGET: Future Economy
At a glance: The good news: First ever UK infrastructure bank located in Leeds to finance green industrial revolution of up to £12bn New retail savings product to support green projects Help 2 grow schemes UK scientific superpower with a further 1.6 billion in funding...
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BUDGET: Future Economy
At a glance: The good news: First ever UK infrastructure bank located in Leeds to finance green industrial revolution of up to £12bn New retail savings product to support green projects Help 2 grow schemes UK scientific superpower with a further 1.6 billion in funding...
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New Engineering training centre complete in Worcestershire
Work has now been completed on the Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW College) Duckworth Centre of Engineering. The engineering centre has been built to help meet the local need for engineers with a focus on automotive, plumbing & heating engineering students;...
With V-CON 2020, Member HELLER creates an entirely new trade fair experience
Nürtingen, October 2020 – With V-CON 2020, HELLER and its partners will be presenting a new, interactive and international event format from 10 to 12 November, combining all the benefits of a physical trade fair with the possibilities of the digital world. V-CON is targeted towards customers, industry experts and journalists interested in experiencing state-of-the-art manufacturing solutions up close. On www.v-con2020.com, interested visitors are able to register in advance, to enrol for events on the agenda and to make first appointments.
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Roxel UK Presenting at the EMTWG Conference 2024
We are proud to be supporting and presenting at the next Energetic Materials Technology Working Group (EMTWG) on 13th to 16th May 2024 in Oslo. EMTWG is the major international forum for exchanging and sharing information on the latest advancements in IM and EM...
Part of Former Library Renamed ‘Royal’ After Victoria’s Visit up for Auction
A section of an impressive early 19th century building that used to host the Royal Library in Great Malvern, Worcestershire is appearing in Bond Wolfe’s next auction. The Grade II-listed property on Worcester Road was erected as a library in 1818 for visitors to the...
PAT-MAN24/7 – Supporting Commercial Business with Applying for Free EV chargers
At PAT-MAN 24/7 we are excited to share with you an unique opportunity. We are currently working with a major renewable energy company from Norway called Whatiff. PAT-MAN 24/7 and Whattiff can support your commercial property by offering you fully funded EV chargers....
Calibre Virtual Assistant Services Announced as Finalist for two business awards
Calibre Executives (previously Calibre Virtual Assistant Services), “Calibre”, has been announced as a finalist for two upcoming awards: The Business Success Recognition Awards 2024, “BSN”, in the Business Start-up of the Year 2024 category and the Women Who Achieves...
‘Swedish Nightingale’ to Feature at this Year’s Elgar Festival
One of the most revered singers of the 19th century will be celebrated at this year’s Elgar Festival. Jenny Lind – who was often called the ‘Swedish Nightingale’ – has a special place in the county’s history. Born in Stockholm in 1820, Jenny’s fame and fortune led...
Number Fifteen Recruitment expands into Herefordshire
Worcestershire-based recruitment agency Number Fifteen Recruitment is expanding its services into Herefordshire with Jack Donovan joining the Partnership. Number Fifteen Recruitment is Worcestershire’s only specialist sales and marketing recruitment agency and...
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