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BCC Applauds Improved South Korean Trade Deal
Reacting to news of a new trade deal with South Korea, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “This looks to be a well-tailored deal that will suit the commercial interests of both our countries. Around £15bn worth of goods and services is already...
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BCC Applauds Improved South Korean Trade Deal
Reacting to news of a new trade deal with South Korea, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “This looks to be a well-tailored deal that will suit the commercial interests of both our countries. Around £15bn worth of goods and services is already...
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HCR Law Strengthens Regional Presence with Largest-Ever Promotion Round
Top 60 UK law firm HCR Law has announced significant UK-wide regional growth. In the largest promotion round in its history, HCR Law has promoted 87 lawyers and support professionals across all legal disciplines and within the firm’s 10 offices, reflecting the firm’s...
Delighted to announce our new partnership with Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity
We’re absolutely delighted to announce our new partnership with Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity for the next 12 months! Our Hands On At Work team will be delivering seated massage sessions to the incredible staff at Worcester, Redditch, and Kidderminster...
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WCG prepares for packed schedule of events for Mental Health Awareness Week
A leading college group is hosting a series of workshops, presentations and fundraising activities as part of Mental Health Awareness Week. WCG is set to welcome more than 50 organisations across its site as part of the national awareness week to speak with staff and...
Hazelton Mountford Haulage Insurance Experts at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2023
Team Hazelton Mountford joined visitors and exhibitors at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2023 at the NEC from Tuesday 18th April – Thursday 20th April 2023. Over 200 exhibitors were at the leading UK trade exhibition for the road freight transport industry –...
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Clarity sought for businesses who can return to work
After the Prime Minister’s speech last night on 10 May, we are still seeking clarity from government, around the details of the return to work plan, and what that means for the safety of employers and employees. Businesses and employees must have enough time and plans in place in order to return to work in a safe and controlled manner.
The government are due to discuss this is parliament today and we expect to see further details be released over the next few days.
Boris Johnson addresses the nation
Boris Johnson has unveiled a “conditional plan” to reopen society, allowing people in England to spend more time outdoors from Wednesday. The PM also said people who could not work from home should return to the workplace – but avoid public transport.
He said a new Covid Alert System with five levels would govern how quickly lockdown restrictions could be eased.He hoped the next step “at the earliest by 1 June” would be for some primary pupils to return to school in England. In an address to the nation, Mr Johnson said this stage would also involve reopening shops – but he cautioned this would only happen if the science supported it.
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BCC and Amazon partner to help firms operate safely in ‘new normal’
The British Chambers of Commerce has launched an innovative partnership with Amazon to help businesses get back to work and kick-start the economy as lockdown restrictions ease.
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BCC and Amazon partner to help firms operate safely in ‘new normal’
The British Chambers of Commerce has launched an innovative partnership with Amazon to help businesses get back to work and kick-start the economy as lockdown restrictions ease.
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University’s Dementia Experts Provide Support to Care Homes and Community Groups
Expert staff from the University of Worcester’s Association for Dementia Studies have been helping care homes and community groups to support people living with dementia in the current pandemic. The Association has links with many service providers locally and...
Kidderminster’s Ogl Computer Helps Avanti Hygiene To Clean Up Online Sales
Bristol-based Avanti Hygiene, a leading cleaning and janitorial supplies provider, has implemented a new e-commerce website as part of expansion plans and to meet growing online sales. The multi-million pound turnover family-run business initially started as a...
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Lume Cinema Kidderminster Fundraiser
West Midlands community cinema and art spaces CIC is a not-for-profit organisation that assists in developing Cinema and Arts projects in the region, with its main aim helping to ensure long term sustainability for projects in the community though fund raising and...
Droitwich event aims to boost business in Worcestershire.
Potter Space, the market leader in the small to mid-box (sub-100k sq. ft.) industrial and logistics property sector, held a breakfast networking and panel event aimed at boosting business in Worcestershire on 27 April. The morning event saw local businesses,...
Children’s Charity Makes History as First Hospice Ever to Strike Gold with UNICEF UK Award
Acorns Children’s Hospice continues to make history as the first hospice in Britain ever to win a UNICEF UK ‘Gold’ award for its work to protect children’s rights. The prestigious accolade recognises the charity’s commitment to ensuring the United Nations Convention...
Business Round-Up April 2023
The Business Manifesto was launched at the Chamber’s Annual Economic Conference on Thursday 30 March. The Chamber outlined their plans for the next financial year detailing the priorities for local and national government, as identified by local businesses during...
Worcestershire lawyer issues advice to employers over Coronation bank holiday
A Worcestershire employment lawyer has warned that holiday pay for the additional Coronation bank holiday on 8 May is set to give employers a serious headache. Sally Morris, partner and head of employment at mfg Solicitors, said that the long weekend is intended to...
Reform Needed To UK Labour Market Access
Responding to the House of Lords European Affairs Committee report on the future of the UK-EU relationship, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “The BCC welcomes these clear and well-evidenced proposals for reform of access to the UK labour market. We...
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