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MARCH/APRIL FILM LISTINGS

MARCH/APRIL FILM LISTINGS

Sat 1 Mar, 11am (free pre-activity from 10.30am) PADDINGTON IN PERU (PG) Paddington returns to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. With the Brown Family in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them...

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MARCH/APRIL FILM LISTINGS

Sat 1 Mar, 11am (free pre-activity from 10.30am) PADDINGTON IN PERU (PG) Paddington returns to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. With the Brown Family in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them...

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Member News

Patron & Strategic News

HCR Law Reaffirms Commitment to 2040 Net Zero Goal

HCR Law has today (Thursday, 5th December) published its annual report, ‘Audit of Carbon Emissions and Decarbonisation Strategy’. Now in its third year, the report outlines the firm’s progress towards achieving its goal of becoming a Net Zero business by 2040. In the...

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Newly Qualified Duo Complete Law Firm Training Contracts

Newly Qualified Duo Complete Law Firm Training Contracts

Two up and coming lawyers are celebrating after completing their training contracts with leading Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors. Solicitors Reuben Grimshaw and Lucy Allen have now been appointed into full-time positions having completed their respective...

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Chamber News

Welcome new Members

Welcome new Members

We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Arkif Limited – Business Consultancy based in Malvern. Dewsall Court – A unique destination venue in the heart of Herefordshire used for weddings, gatherings and corporate events. Eventuelle...

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Salary & Benefits Survey 2023/24

Salary & Benefits Survey 2023/24

With many local businesses experiencing challenges trying to recruit locally, in order to maintain business growth. Addressing the local and regional skills gap remains one of the Chamber’s priorities as we continue to support businesses in the months ahead. According...

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Our Latest Member

We’re so excited to be on board!

Hi all! I’m Corrine, the Office Manager here at Heart Office Supplies Ltd and I just wanted to take this opportunity to introduce our small local business to you all. Heart Office Supplies Ltd started little over a year ago from the humble home of Kyle (our Managing...

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We’re so excited to be on board!

We’re so excited to be on board!

Hi all! I’m Corrine, the Office Manager here at Heart Office Supplies Ltd and I just wanted to take this opportunity to introduce our small local business to you all. Heart Office Supplies Ltd started little over a year ago from the humble home of Kyle (our Managing...

Policy News

BCC November Economic Review

BCC November Economic Review

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) recently published their November Monthly Economic Review. This briefing is an analysis of the key domestic and international economic indicators for business. The report also provides a comparison between the economic data...

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Skills News

Recruitment difficulties increase as demand for labour surges

Recruitment difficulties increase as demand for labour surges

As the economy recovers from the pandemic, demand for labour has risen significantly. In the Chamber’s Quarterly Economic Survey for Q2, in partnership with Bishop Fleming, we found that 51% of local businesses attempted to recruit, up from 38% in Q1. Recent figures...

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Charity News

St Michael’s Hospice to open shop in Monmouth

St Michael’s Hospice to open shop in Monmouth

St Michael’s Hospice will open its first-ever shop in Monmouth in the coming days. The Bartestree-based charity, which recently opened a new store in Ross-on-Wye, will move into a unit on Agincourt Square. The charity is inviting supporters to attend the official...

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Most SME Exporters Seeing No Improvement

Most SME Exporters Seeing No Improvement

BCC’s Trade Confidence Outlook for Q4 2023 sees SME exports continuing to languish  Half of all SME exporters (50%) saw no change in overseas sales, and 24% reported a decrease.   Only a quarter of exporting SME firms (26%) saw their overseas sales rise in Q4      BCC...

BCC News

Most SME Exporters Seeing No Improvement

BCC’s Trade Confidence Outlook for Q4 2023 sees SME exports continuing to languish  Half of all SME exporters (50%) saw no change in overseas sales, and 24% reported a decrease.   Only a quarter of exporting SME firms (26%) saw their overseas sales rise in Q4      BCC...

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Worcestershire News

Herefordshire News

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Annual General Meeting 2024

Annual General Meeting 2024

Details of AGM: Date – 20th December 2024 Time – 09:30 to 10:00 Location – Wye Suite Severn House Resolutions 1. To receive and adopt the Company’s annual accounts for the financial year ended 31 March 2024 together with the directors’...

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Prime Mix Marketing Welcomes New Apprentice to Support Growth

Prime Mix Marketing Welcomes New Apprentice to Support Growth

Prime Mix Marketing, a multi-award-winning strategic marketing agency based in Worcester, is excited to announce the appointment of Kezia Allen as its newest team member. This addition is part of the agency’s ongoing expansion strategy and commitment to delivering...

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Scams Warning as Self Assessment Deadline Looms

Scams Warning as Self Assessment Deadline Looms

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) warns of scam attempts targeting Self Assessment customers Customers urged to be cautious of refund scams as the 31 January tax return deadline draws closer Concerned customers reported nearly 150,000 scam referrals to HMRC in the last...

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Statutory Payments Consultation Group Written Update

Statutory Payments Consultation Group Written Update

Dear all, I am writing to let you know the Government’s has launched a consultation on the rate of Statutory Sick Pay for those earning below the current flat rate. This consultation forms part of Government’s commitment to strengthen Statutory Sick Pay, as part of...

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Double Celebrations for Adder Bookkeeping Ltd

Double Celebrations for Adder Bookkeeping Ltd

We are pleased to announce, at the Park Plaza Westminster London on Monday 11th November 2024, during the National ICB Awards, ADDER BOOKKEEPING LTD were awarded the top award of ‘Large Practice of the Year’. The awards are judged by an independent panel of experts...

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