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KEMP Hospice rated ‘Good’ in all areas following CQC inspection
KEMP Hospice is proud to announce it has received a ‘Good’ rating in all areas following a recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The report, published on 16 February 2026, highlighted overwhelmingly positive feedback from patients following a...
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KEMP Hospice rated ‘Good’ in all areas following CQC inspection
KEMP Hospice is proud to announce it has received a ‘Good’ rating in all areas following a recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The report, published on 16 February 2026, highlighted overwhelmingly positive feedback from patients following a...
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Grab some free ‘Inspiration’ at the Severn Valley Railway
At Kidderminster Town station on Friday 27 June, the Severn Valley Railway will host the debut of a free and unique railway experience as part of the year-long, national celebrations for Railway 200, the 200th birthday of the modern railway. ‘Inspiration’ is a...
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Local Excellence at 2025 Business Awards
On 12 June 2025, the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted its prestigious Annual Business Awards at the University Arena in Worcester. The event, generously sponsored by Herefordshire Council and Worcestershire County Council, brought...
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TOM FIELD CELEBRATES NEW CII QUALIFICATION AT SUTCLIFFE & CO
One of the newest additions to the team at Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers, Account Handler Tom Field, celebrates receiving a certificate from the Chartered Insurance Institute, through his dedication and commitment to insurance services. Continuing their focus...
Kyle wins Young Grower of the Year Award at HTA Conference
PRODUCTION Manager at Hereford-based Wyevale Nurseries Kyle Ross has been presented with the Young Grower (under 35) of the Year Award at this year’s Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) Conference (October 2023). Kyle, who is also an ‘Ambassador for Horticulture’,...
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Government release guidance for employers and businesses on Coronavirus and the workplace
New government guidance aimed at assisting employers, businesses and their staff has been released, as some businesses return to work. All employees should be encouraged to work from home unless it is impossible for them to do so. Not everyone can work from home:...
Webinar: Sustainability Forum – Managing water costs and risk associated with pollution events
This webinar has now taken place. To view the full video, please click here: https://youtu.be/yD7NoWvDW_I The Sustainability Forum is a series of free events aimed at helping businesses draw upon good practice from industry experts and local businesses to help promote...
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BCC/Totaljobs: Almost a third of firms will decrease size of workforce in next three months
Results from the BCC’s Quarterly Recruitment Outlook, in partnership with Totaljobs, reveal the impact Coronavirus has had on the jobs market, with the two organisations calling for further action from government to protect businesses and jobs. 29% of businesses...
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BCC/Totaljobs: Almost a third of firms will decrease size of workforce in next three months
Results from the BCC’s Quarterly Recruitment Outlook, in partnership with Totaljobs, reveal the impact Coronavirus has had on the jobs market, with the two organisations calling for further action from government to protect businesses and jobs. 29% of businesses...
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Uk Cyber Security Association Ceo Warns Of Covid-19 Cyber Scams
The CEO of the UK Cyber Security Association, Lisa Ventura, has warned that businesses must be extra vigilant when working online during the COVID-19 pandemic. With many of us now working from home and spending more time online, fraudsters have attempted to capitalise...
Worcester Warriors Leaders Keep Focus on Community During Lockdown
Jason Whittingham, owner of Rugby Union team Worcester Warriors, and Peter Kelly, Managing Director of the Gallagher’s Premiership club, joined the IsoNation community to talk about the halt in sports across the UK, lack of revenue, and community values during the...
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FUNDING FOR MALVERN TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS SECURES DEVELOPMENT TO ‘MASTER THE MIDDLE MARKET’ OF SMART IN-HOME ENTERTAINMENT DEVICES
HD Connectivity Ltd, an award-winning smart home electronics company trading as HDANYWHERE in Malvern is challenging the US market with its universal control platform, uControl™, which provides a more affordable smart home offering compared to the main players in the...
Thursfields celebrates promotions
Leading Midlands law firm, Thursfields Solicitors, announces 5 senior promotions in recognition of their colleagues’ dedication and client focus. The new Associate Directors are Simon Hocking in the Commercial Litigation Team, Emma Hughes in the Commercial Real Estate...
Expanding Stonemasonry Business to Take on New Space in Worcester
Well-known local family run business, Stonemasons of Worcester is relocating part of its operations to a larger industrial unit in Bromyard Road, Worcester with the support of Worcestershire-based commercial property consultancy and Chartered Surveyors GJS Dillon....
Local Solicitors show Support for Wyre Forest Hospice Charity
The Kidderminster office of a West Midlands law firm is showing their support for Wyre Forest Charity KEMP Hospice. Talbots Law, based on Church Street in Kidderminster, have chosen to support KEMP Hospice through their ‘Charity Will Service’, donating 50% of the fee...
BCC Trade Manifesto – International Trade Vital For UK Growth
The British Chambers of Commerce has called for Government to focus on boosting services, advanced manufacturing, green and digital trade if it wants to hit its £1tn trade target. The move comes as research shows SME exports continue to languish: In...
Chamber achieve Employer Recognition Scheme Gold award!
The Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award recognises companies for their support to the Armed Forces community, including Reservists, veterans, spouses, Cadet Forces Adult Volunteers and cadets. Gold award holders must demonstrate a number of positive measures and...
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