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Hazelton Mountford expands Worcester office space to drive specialist Property Division growth
Independent chartered insurance broker Hazelton Mountford has expanded across an additional floor at its Worcester headquarters, marking a significant step in the growth of its property division and the company’s expansion plans. The new space, located directly above...
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Hazelton Mountford expands Worcester office space to drive specialist Property Division growth
Independent chartered insurance broker Hazelton Mountford has expanded across an additional floor at its Worcester headquarters, marking a significant step in the growth of its property division and the company’s expansion plans. The new space, located directly above...
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Crumplebury and Curradine Barns Triumph at Artemis Master Chef Competition
We’re beyond excited to give a huge shoutout to the incredible talent in our kitchens here at Crumplebury and Curradine Barns. After a thrilling battle at the Artemis Master Chef competition in January, we’re proud to announce that Tom Francis from Crumplebury took...
Key Strategies to Manage Working Capital in 2025
In an unpredictable economy, businesses must optimise working capital by adjusting pricing, managing inventory efficiently, and leveraging digital tools. Five Key Strategies: Adjust Pricing – Regularly update prices to reflect inflation and rising costs. Optimise...
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University of Worcester Academic Presents Work at National Domestic Violence Conference
A Senior Lecturer in Domestic and Sexual Violence at the University of Worcester was invited to present at a national Festival of Practice. The event, held in Manchester, was hosted by Nicole Jacobs, the national Domestic Abuse Commissioner, and showcased examples of...
SUTCLIFFE & CO ANNOUNCED AS A FINALIST IN THE CHAMBER AWARDS 2023
Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers have been selected as a finalist in this year’s Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Award as ‘Small Business of the Year’. Having won the category ‘Excellence in Professional Services’ in the 2022...
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Businesses must innovate and adapt as all non-essential shops re-open
With the news that all non-essential retailers are to open from Monday 15 June, businesses across Herefordshire & Worcestershire have welcomed this progress with 89% of businesses, that have had discussions with the Chamber, who had temporarily closed or were...
Moving your small business from physical to digital
Cyber security advice for small businesses adapting to new ways of working from the National Cyber Security Centre.
Many small business owners have reacted quickly to the constraints imposed by COVID-19, adjusting their ways of working to keep their business active. In many cases, this has meant placing greater reliance on digital technology.
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Government announce post-Brexit border controls
Checks on EU goods coming into the UK will be phased in next year to give firms “time to adjust”, as ministers formally ruled out extending the Brexit transition period beyond 31 December.
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Government announce post-Brexit border controls
Checks on EU goods coming into the UK will be phased in next year to give firms “time to adjust”, as ministers formally ruled out extending the Brexit transition period beyond 31 December.
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Love Your Apprentice Employer Webinar – Monday 13 July 2020
Worcestershire Apprenticeships are inviting local organisations to join their free webinar covering employing and supporting apprenticeships during the COVID-19 Lockdown relaxation. COVID-19 has presented many challenges for businesses and as a result apprentices have...
Tourism business urged to gain the Visit Britain ‘We’re Good To Go’ Covid-19 industry standard.
You can now apply for a free UK-wide industry standard and consumer mark to reassure your customers that your business adheres to Government and public health guidanc
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ONSIDE Independent Advocacy are offering a Free 6 week Timeout Course
Timeout is an exploration of creative techniques to inspire mindfulness and increase positive mental health. The course is provided by ONSIDE, charity no 1102022. During a free 6 week course, participants are encouraged to learn and practice simple, accessible...
Excitement builds as St Michael’s Hospice Plant Fair nears
One of the biggest Plant Fairs in Herefordshire returns this Spring with hundreds set to visit. St Michael’s Hospice says it is excited to welcome visitors from across the county and beyond to the latest instalment of its annual Plant Fair, to be held at its...
Family Favourite Lakefest back at Eastnor Castle this August
With only a few months to go until the event, festival-goers are urged to purchase their tickets while they are still available. The popular local festival is taking place on 10th– 13th August and is set to be an amazing weekend. Set in the sublimely picturesque...
Growth for GMP Recruitment as it finalises acquisition deal
An expanding Worcestershire recruitment firm has continued its growth plans through the acquisition of a respected Worcester jobs agency. GMP Recruitment, which is headquartered in the city’s Copenhagen Street, has finalised the takeover of The Recruitment Company...
Hereford event will take the mystery out of innovation
Businesses from across the Marches are being invited to a free event which will take some of the mystery out of innovation. The Marches Growth Hub and Innovate UK have teamed up to stage the workshop in Hereford next month to give businesses an expert insight into how...
Worcestershire business support provider, BizSmart® gains regional recognition through its latest double shortlisting
Industry-leading business support provider, BizSmart®, has been shortlisted by the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber Business Awards 2023. The much-anticipated Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber Business Awards are the annual business awards designed...
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