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Fresh Uncertainty As New 10 Per Cent Tariff Introduced

Fresh Uncertainty As New 10 Per Cent Tariff Introduced

Reacting to a new 10 per cent US Tariff being introduced overnight instead of the expected 15 per cent, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “While a new 10 per cent tariff rate, instead of the threatened 15 per cent, will provide some relief it shows...

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Fresh Uncertainty As New 10 Per Cent Tariff Introduced

Reacting to a new 10 per cent US Tariff being introduced overnight instead of the expected 15 per cent, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “While a new 10 per cent tariff rate, instead of the threatened 15 per cent, will provide some relief it shows...

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Liam continues to punch above his weight

Liam continues to punch above his weight

Chamber member and rising boxing star Liam O’Hare added another exciting win to his professional record with a third-round victory over Dennis Grant on Saturday 7th June. The contest at the Birmingham Airport Holiday inn NEC ended with a TKO (technical knock out) when...

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Research Sheds Light on Abuse Faced by Runners

Research Sheds Light on Abuse Faced by Runners

A University of Worcester study has identified incidents of runners being shouted at from cars, chased by dogs, and having items thrown at them while out exercising. The new research asked people who run regularly in the county for their experiences of harassment and...

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University’s First Medical Cohort Commences Studies

University’s First Medical Cohort Commences Studies

The first ever cohort of medical students have begun their training at the University of Worcester’s new Three Counties Medical School. Forty-four students have started their studies, including 20 UK students, who are being funded through their four years of study by...

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Summary of the government’s COVID-19 Recovery Strategy

Summary of the government’s COVID-19 Recovery Strategy

The British Chambers of Commerce have created a summary of the government’s COVID-19 Recovery strategy to help businesses gain clarity around the changes.
The UK Government timetable has published a three-step plan for lifting restrictions. If the Government sees a rise in the infection rate, they may seek to re-impose restrictions in some form. A link to the full document can be found here.

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Further details published on UK’s new immigration policy

Further details published on UK’s new immigration policy

Today the government have announced further details on the points-based immigration system to be implemented on 1 January, when the transition period ends with the EU. Home Secretary Priti Patel unveiled a fast track health and care visa which will encourage employers...

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Further details published on UK’s new immigration policy

Today the government have announced further details on the points-based immigration system to be implemented on 1 January, when the transition period ends with the EU. Home Secretary Priti Patel unveiled a fast track health and care visa which will encourage employers...

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Selcraft UK across the ages

Selcraft UK across the ages

Founded in 1973 and based in Malvern, Worcestershire, Carl Huxley and the team at Selcraft UK have witnessed the quantum leap in technology and its use, particularly throughout the last decade, with regard to computer-aided design. Prior to this technological...

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Research Student and Leading Nurse Awarded OBE

Research Student and Leading Nurse Awarded OBE

As the nation celebrates the 75th anniversary of the NHS (on July 5), a University of Worcester PhD student in a senior national role has spoken of the privilege of being a nurse. After a career spanning more than 40 years, Liz Fenton, Deputy Chief Nurse in the...

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Roxel UK celebrates 20th anniversary

Roxel UK celebrates 20th anniversary

Kidderminster based Roxel UK celebrates their 20th year in business as a world leader in propulsion systems for rockets and tactical and cruise missiles. Roxel was founded when Royal Ordnance Rocket Motors (Division of BAE) merged with Celerg in France 2003, with the...

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BCC continues expansion with new research Insights Unit

BCC continues expansion with new research Insights Unit

As part of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) expanded national offering, it is launching a new Insights Unit to provide businesses with best-in-class intelligence on the big strategic issues impacting the UK economy.     Following on from the recent announcement...

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