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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...
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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...
Member News
University Leader Welcomes Return of European Study Scheme
The University of Worcester’s Vice Chancellor has welcomed the UK’s decision to rejoin the Erasmus student exchange scheme from 2027, ending a six-year absence. The move will give UK students the chance to study, train, or volunteer across Europe once again. Professor...
Worcester Runner Goes for a Second World Record
A University of Worcester colleague is aiming to become the world’s fastest man to complete the London Marathon in full graduation attire. 50-year-old Chris Garratt, Deputy Chief Information Officer at the University, has had his attempt formally accepted by Guinness...
Patron & Strategic News
Building Supply Chain Resilience: What Local Businesses Need to Know
Ransomware cyber attacks are rising in both frequency and sophistication, and recent high-profile incidents across the manufacturing, aviation and retail sectors have demonstrated the scale of disruption that can be caused when a supplier is breached. For businesses...
University Writing Advisor Nominated for Prestigious Author’s Award
An award-winning author who advises students at the University of Worcester on their writing has been nominated for one of the most prestigious awards in children’s literature. Liz Hyder, one of the University’s Royal Literary Fund Writers in Residence, is in the...
Chamber News
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Q3 Quarterly Economic Survey now open
Our latest Quarterly Economic Survey is now open. Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce represent the views of our members to national government, ensuring that the business case drives government policy. A great benefit of being part of this...
Get Ready for the Biggest Chamber Business Expo to Date!
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has announced a new location for its renowned Business Expo— the University Arena, Worcester. The Business Expo, in partnership with Hewett Recruitment, is scheduled to take place on 10 October, with over 150...
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Introducing PABON HALL INTERNATIONAL Trade Negotiators to the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce!
My name is Lina Pabon, the founder and managing director of PABON HALL International Trade Negotiators. I am delighted to present my company to the public and make our services available to you. Our purpose is to bridge business and promotional interests between Latin...
Introducing PABON HALL INTERNATIONAL Trade Negotiators to the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce!
My name is Lina Pabon, the founder and managing director of PABON HALL International Trade Negotiators. I am delighted to present my company to the public and make our services available to you. Our purpose is to bridge business and promotional interests between Latin...
Policy News
Vacancies Still Falling As Wages Rise
Reacting to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “There are clear signs of a further loosening in the labour market with fewer vacancies, although they remain just...
BCC Economic Forecast: Growth Downgraded as Firms Struggle to Invest and Export
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Quarterly Economic Forecast (QEF) has revised down growth expectations for 2025, as firms deal with a raft of rising cost pressures. Business investment and exports are likely to suffer this year because of the impact of the...
Skills News
Apprenticeships show their role in Creating Worcestershire’s Future Workforce
The Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards were celebrated in a new virtual manner with broadcasts across three days for the first time ever from Tuesday 16th November until Thursday 18th November. Worcestershire gathered in droves to celebrate the 2021 Worcestershire...
NMITE’s Herefordshire Skills for the Future team launches Early Career Leadership Programme (ECLP)
The supported development programme is fully funded for Early Careers employees from Herefordshire SMEs NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) is pleased to announce the launch of our ECLP. The programme will provide employees of local businesses...
Charity News
KEMP Hospice Joins National Campaign to Change Perceptions of Hospice Care
Wyre Forest’s KEMP Hospice is proud to be one of over 140 hospices taking part in the “This is Hospice Care” campaign, a national initiative facilitated by Hospice UK. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the vital role hospices play in communities, and to shift...
Take on the Snowdon Sunrise Challenge and Support your Local Hospitals Charity!
Join us for an unforgettable adventure this summer! On Saturday, 28th June 2025, Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity is hosting a Snowdon Sunrise Adventure—a magical moonlit hike to the summit of one of the UK’s tallest mountains. Imagine this: Reaching the peak of...
Rate Cut Will Help Firms in Choppy Waters
Responding to the latest interest rate decision by the Bank of England, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will welcome the decision to cut the base rate to 4%, marking a further move away from a prolonged period of...
BCC News
Rate Cut Will Help Firms in Choppy Waters
Responding to the latest interest rate decision by the Bank of England, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will welcome the decision to cut the base rate to 4%, marking a further move away from a prolonged period of...
Worcestershire News
2024 Elgar Festival Hailed as ‘Best Event Yet’
The Worcestershire-based Elgar Festival returned for its May and June events this year with a joyful week of concerts, conversations, events and exhibitions celebrating the life and music of Britain’s greatest composer. The music of the Festival’s namesake was the...
‘Allo Allo’! It must be time to Step Back to the 1940s at the Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway is getting ‘in the mood’ for two rip-roaring weekends of 1940s fun, as it steps back 80 years to the British home front on 29 and 30 June, and 6 and 7 July. This year for the first time ever, the popular event will see appearances by...
Herefordshire News
ECHO Herefordshire to Host The Big Fat Quiz
ECHO Herefordshire, the charity which supports adults with learning and other disabilities in Herefordshire, is delighted to be holding its first Big Fat Quiz on Thursday 9th November at Leominster Golf Club. The charity is delighted that the Quiz is being presented...
Would you like to join Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Area Council?
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has a vacancy on the Herefordshire Area Council. The Chamber has two Area Councils, one that represents Herefordshire and one that represents Worcestershire. Area Councils meet six times a year: three meetings per...
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France’s favourite wine day is almost here.
Every November, as the clock strikes midnight, France pops its corks to celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau Day – the arrival of the year’s first wine. Fresh, fruity, and full of life, it’s a symbol of new beginnings. (and a great excuse for a party). This year, we’re...
Using Excel for Bank Reconciliations
Once you’ve completed your first round of bank reconciliations in your accounting software and the balances still don’t match, it can be frustrating to trace missing or unmatched transactions: https://it-ebs.co.uk/news/oh-solve-problem-like-bank-rec/ Most systems only...
Free CPR and defibrillator training for Malvern Businesses
Free CPR and defibrillator training is being offered to businesses in Malvern and the surrounding area. The training being offered by Heartstart Malvern, only takes 90 minutes and is very practical. During this time, participants are taught some very simple skills...
Can you step up for Midwives this November and make every mile a moment that matters
Did you know one Community Midwife travels over 345 miles every month caring for newborn babies and their families? This November, Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity is calling on our amazing local business community to get moving and to try and match those miles...
Why Every Restaurant Needs a Pest Control Contract in Herefordshire
The One Thing That Can Close Your Restaurant Overnight Picture this: It’s a busy Friday evening in your Herefordshire restaurant. Tables are full, the kitchen is firing on all cylinders, and then it happens. A diner spots a mouse scurrying along the skirting board....
Graduates’ Film Impresses on Global Stage with Festival Award
Two University of Worcester graduates are celebrating an unexpected triumph after winning an award at a global film festival, despite not actually entering the competition. Ben Monk and Joshua Prior, both Film Production graduates, won Best UK Short Film / Featurette...
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