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WHC Make It 9 Consecutive RoSPA Gold Awards
WHC Hire Services is proud to announce that it has received its 9th consecutive Gold Medal Award from the internationally recognised Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA). This achievement reflects the company’s continued commitment to...
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WHC Make It 9 Consecutive RoSPA Gold Awards
WHC Hire Services is proud to announce that it has received its 9th consecutive Gold Medal Award from the internationally recognised Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA). This achievement reflects the company’s continued commitment to...
Member News
numo Appoints Nigel Griffiths as Executive Chairman
numo is pleased to announce the appointment of Nigel Griffiths to its Board of Directors, strengthening the organisation’s leadership as it continues to expand its footprint across the UK technology and software sector. Nigel is a highly respected figure in the Welsh...
Suds n Sons – A Clear Path to Being Your Own Boss
Build Your Own Window Cleaning Business Becoming a Sud is about more than cleaning windows. It is an opportunity to build a reliable, sustainable business with the backing of Suds n Sons, a trusted, family-run business based in Worcester. Starting a business from...
Patron & Strategic News
Ancient Harp Recital Celebrates Worcestershire’s Musical Heritage at The Hive
A unique harp recital inspired by Worcestershire’s rich musical heritage will bring the sounds of centuries past to The Hive this month. Fiona Hosford, who recently relocated to the region and has already held a recital at Worcester Cathedral, will bring her...
University Graduate Secures Internship Role Through Worcester Partnership
A former University of Worcester student has secured a new internship with Severn Arts just weeks after graduating, thanks to a partnership of several organisations leading the Local Voices Creative Choices project in the City. Ashley Gregory, who recently graduated...
Chamber News
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
The CBAM scheme essentially acts as a tariff on carbon-intensive goods imported into the EU, forcing foreign companies to pay the same price for carbon emissions that would have been paid if the good were made inside Europe. One of the key aims is to stop...
International Trade Forum Delivers Expert Insights on Global Growth and Trade Success
International Trade Forum – 25th August 2026 Speakers from DRP Group, Bishops Fleming and the most recent winner of the Chamber of Commerce Global Trade Business of the Year Award, Kimal PLC, explored their experiences in international trade and how they were helped...
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Foundations for the Future: Connecting Education and Enterprise
King’s Worcester has joined the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce as a Strategic Member, strengthening our commitment to working with regional businesses and preparing young people for successful futures. The King’s Worcester Foundation educates...
Foundations for the Future: Connecting Education and Enterprise
King’s Worcester has joined the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce as a Strategic Member, strengthening our commitment to working with regional businesses and preparing young people for successful futures. The King’s Worcester Foundation educates...
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Chancellor Takes Steady Approach But Growth Missing
Responding to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “This was a ‘steady as you go’ budget, sending the right signals to business, but lacking big calls that would really shift the economic dial....
Help Shape the Future of Workforce Health Support
Sickness absence is more than a number on a spreadsheet. It can reveal important trends in workforce health, highlight where employees may need additional support and show where action could make the greatest difference. By understanding and using absence data...
Skills News
REHAU: Fenestration industry could do more to showcase its innovation and career opportunities
Recruiting skilled workers within the fenestration industry is becoming increasingly challenging and those within the sector are aware that it needs to do more to attract talent. The industry is more innovative and self-reliant than those outside of the sector give it...
Worcestershire celebrates outstanding success at Annual Apprenticeship Awards
Worcestershire celebrated its commitment to developing local talent and skills at the 2025 Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards on Thursday 13 November. Now in their eleventh year of the Apprenticeships Awards, the 2025 celebrations continued to recognise the amazing...
Charity News
Community spirit shines as Sleep Easy 2026 raises over £6,000 for young people
On 17th October, staff, supporters and families swapped their beds for cardboard boxes at YMCA Worcestershire’s first Sleep Easy event, raising over £6,000 for young people facing homelessness across the county. Participants slept out at Redditch United Football Club,...
West Mercia Search & Rescue Completes Our 3 Peaks Challenge
West Mercia Search & Rescue is an entirely volunteer, registered charity, supporting police and emergency services across Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Shropshire in the search for vulnerable, high risk missing people. We are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a...
Chancellor Takes Steady Approach But Growth Missing
Responding to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “This was a ‘steady as you go’ budget, sending the right signals to business, but lacking big calls that would really shift the economic dial....
BCC News
Chancellor Takes Steady Approach But Growth Missing
Responding to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “This was a ‘steady as you go’ budget, sending the right signals to business, but lacking big calls that would really shift the economic dial....
Worcestershire News
Start Now: Make 2026 a really BIG year
As the busiest season of the year approaches, you might be looking at the next few weeks with mixed feelings — hoping for strong sales but wishing you’d had more time to put new ideas, promotions or partnerships in place. Or perhaps you’re already feeling the strain...
Budget consultation for businesses
Worcester City Council is the only organisation exclusively dedicated to serving Worcester’s 106,700 residents, but we face tough decisions as we consider how your money should be spent and what our priorities should be for the year ahead. Every year the Council is...
Herefordshire News
CXCS Wins Business of the Year at National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026
CXCS Wins Business of the Year at National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026 Herefordshire-based business support specialists CXCS are celebrating after being named Business of the Year at the National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026. The award was presented during...
Neurodiversity in Business Co- working: a neuroaffirming, sensory friendly, supportive environment for work and learning.
Nurturingnd is pleased announce a new addition to its service line up: neurodiversity in business co-working at The Shell Store, Hereford. The first session will be on Thursday 21st May and will include: • Three hours access to space and support 9.30am-12.30pm • Free...
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Are Your KPIs Hiding the Real Problem on Your Production Line?
If your machine operator is hitting their targets and your maintenance technician is keeping equipment running, why is the production line still underperforming? According to Dan Wilde of Four Six Services, the answer is usually that the two teams have become siloed...
The Gift of Caring: Orchard Trust Launches Animal Sponsorship Campaign to Support Local Well-being
A meaningful gift that funds animal care and life-changing therapeutic experiences in the/our local community Lydbrook, October 2026 – Orchard Trust has launched a new animal sponsorship campaign, “The Gift of Caring,” inviting animal lovers and thoughtful...
WORCESTERSHIRE AMBASSADORS REWARD PHOTOGRAPHER MIKE HENLEY
On rare occasions, Worcestershire Ambassadors choose to use their Annual Ball to award a prestigious ‘Pride of Worcestershire’ award to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the organisation and the county over many years. This years Ball – held at...
University Graduate Secures Internship Role Through Worcester Partnership
A former University of Worcester student has secured a new internship with Severn Arts just weeks after graduating, thanks to a partnership of several organisations leading the Local Voices Creative Choices project in the City. Ashley Gregory, who recently graduated...
Global manufacturer invests in new Herefordshire headquarters
The opening of a new Herefordshire headquarters for international manufacturing business CEJN Group is being welcomed as another positive example of business growth and investment in the county. Swedish-owned CEJN Group, a global specialist in high-performance...
Parents warned of inheritance tax risks when gifting family home
Parents who are considering transferring the family home to their children to reduce inheritance tax (IHT) are being warned the move may not deliver the expected tax benefits they hoped. Jack Robinson, a senior associate in the Private Client division at...
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