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Joel Richards Scholarship Event Raises Thousands at University of Worcester
A special event at the University of Worcester has raised thousands for a new scholarship fund dedicated to the memory of former student Joel Richards. Held in the University’s conference suite, named in Joel’s honour, the evening included a special address by his...
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Joel Richards Scholarship Event Raises Thousands at University of Worcester
A special event at the University of Worcester has raised thousands for a new scholarship fund dedicated to the memory of former student Joel Richards. Held in the University’s conference suite, named in Joel’s honour, the evening included a special address by his...
Member News
Britannic Place Celebrates Double National Success
It’s been an exceptional few weeks for Worcester-based Britannic Place Financial Management, who have added another prestigious national award to their growing list of accolades. Following their recent recognition as Leading Adviser Practice (up to 10 advisers) at the...
Atwell International has been nominated for Elevator World’s Product of the Year
We’re so proud that Atwell International has been nominated for Elevator World’s Product of the Year, and public voting is still open! Cast your vote now: https://elevatorworld.com/contests/product-of-the-year/ If you haven’t had a chance to vote yet, we’d really...
Patron & Strategic News
University a Finalist in National Sustainability Awards
The University of Worcester has been shortlisted for a national sustainability award, recognising its efforts to encourage biodiversity and support nature on campus. It has been named a finalist in the Nature Positive category of the Green Gown Awards for improving...
National Podcast Explores the Story Behind the Hive
The Hive, Worcester’s iconic library, was the subject of discussion on a national podcast examining the importance of libraries and librarians. Campus, the podcast from Times Higher Education, explores the most pressing issues in global high education. In this...
Chamber News
Welcome new Members
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Alkaline Solutions Ltd T/A Popcorn Mail – Popcorn Mail make CRM and lead management simple for small businesses. Aware Ecology Ltd – Aware Ecology offer various services, from assisting with individual...
Charities of the Year for 2024!
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce are delighted to announce that they have selected two charities to support as their ‘Charities of the Year’ in 2024! We are overwhelmed by the incredible work that is carried out in our local community. We learn...
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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...
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...
Policy News
Inflation Drops, However Remains at a Historic High Level.
Inflation has dropped again, to 6.8% from 7.9% in June. This is welcome news to businesses that have been hit hard by constant pressures from price rises for many months. However, inflation remains at historically high levels and is significantly below the 2% target...
Inflation falls again to 7.9%
The UK’s rate of inflation dropped to 7.9% in the year to June, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Inflation is now at its lowest for more than a year, after several months of being stuck around the same level. The Office for National...
Skills News
Marches LEP investment in skills helping region to recover
A multi-million pound investment in building skills across the Marches is playing a key part in helping the region’s fightback from the Covid pandemic, the leader of the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership said today. Marches LEP chair Mandy Thorn MBE said the...
Blaze into Autumn! How to keep your Tourism Business all Fired Up this Season
Sign up for Worcestershire County Council’s September workshops, providing dedicated advice and support for Worcestershire Tourism Businesses. The Here2Help Business programme run through Worcestershire County Council is offering a range of support for our...
Charity News
Tributes to Much Loved Former Mayoress
Former Mayoress, Rachel Hall, has died after suffering with breast cancer since 2021. Rachel’s partner, Councillor Adrian Gregson was mayor of Worcester in 2022/23. He said: “We always knew some aspects of the Mayoress role would be challenging but the...
Acorns Launches Campaign to Save Under threat £2 million Funding
Staff from Acorns Children’s Hospice were at Diglis Locks yesterday (Tuesday 30th July) launching an urgent campaign to save vital £2 million government funding as the charity faces the prospect of turning away a child in need for the first time in their 36-year...
Positive Q1 Growth But Challenges Ahead
Responding to the latest GDP data, published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Better than expected Q1 growth of 0.7%, is evidence that the UK economy held up well at the start of the year, despite...
BCC News
Positive Q1 Growth But Challenges Ahead
Responding to the latest GDP data, published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Better than expected Q1 growth of 0.7%, is evidence that the UK economy held up well at the start of the year, despite...
Worcestershire News
Severn Valley Railway wins UK Transport Award
The Severn Valley Railway has won a UK Transport Award as the Best Regional Heritage Railway Attraction for 2024. The UK Transport Awards are run by SME News, a quarterly digital publication aimed at small to medium businesses. They are given to commend companies that...
Sneak Peek for Chamber Members
Sneak peek tours are in full swing over at Kidderminster College’s new Construction and Automotive Green Technology Centre before it opens to the public later this year. Dave James and Terry Livesey were invited to have a look around the facility that will soon...
Herefordshire News
£7 Million Funding Offers Long Term Energy-Saving Home Improvements for Off-Gas Properties Across Herefordshire
At a time when energy prices are skyrocketing and many residents are struggling to keep up with their bills, the funding aims to bring down household energy bills over the long term, by improving the energy efficiency of properties, making them easier to heat and...
More than 8,500 businesses helped by Marches Growth Hub
The Marches Growth Hub supported more than 8,500 businesses across the region in the last financial year, new figures show today. The hub – the acclaimed business support arm of the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership – also delivered 158 events which were attended...
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Welcome New Members August
Warm welcome to our newest Members who joined throughout July. ActionCOACH Worcester – The help you need to grow your business. Agility Fleet – Agility Fleet is a national provider of vehicle funding and fleet management, specialising in the SME market....
How Does Poor Ergonomics In The Workplace Affect Employee Wellbeing?
Your team is what makes your business great. Their hard work, their dedication, their creative problem-solving skills, imagination, and ingenuity. Every day, they remind you how lucky you are to have them on your team. As such, it’s only reasonable that you want...
Free Business Breakfast: Coffee, cake & employment law updates
Employment law is changing – but have you considered how these updates could impact your business? Could they affect how you hire and manage your staff? Are your contracts, policies and procedures still up to date? Do you feel confident you’re meeting your...
ONE welcomes Joel Pearson to the Board
Multi-disciplinary design company, ONE Creative environments (ONE), has announced the appointment of Joel Pearson to their Board of Directors. ONE, which has a Worcester HQ and offices in Birmingham, London and Cardiff is currently celebrating 50 years in business....
Local Design Agency Partner with Award-winning Manufacturer on Revolutionary Prosthetic Technology
A Herefordshire and Worcestershire-based product design agency has successfully collaborated with Blatchford, a leading prosthetic technology manufacturer, to develop Avior – an innovative microprocessor-controlled knee transforming mobility for amputees worldwide....
SME Exporters Hit By New US Customs Charges
Responding to President Trump’s decision to charge import duties for low value goods entering the US, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said: “This development has been coming for several months but is still a major blow to UK exporters to the US. Smaller firms...
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