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The Kaleidoscope Plus Group announces the departure of Chief Executive Calum Nisbet
The Kaleidoscope Plus Group, the Midlands-based mental health and wellbeing charity, today announces that Chief Executive Calum Nisbet is to leave after nearly three years in the role. Calum has accepted an exciting new position as Chief Executive at a...
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The Kaleidoscope Plus Group announces the departure of Chief Executive Calum Nisbet
The Kaleidoscope Plus Group, the Midlands-based mental health and wellbeing charity, today announces that Chief Executive Calum Nisbet is to leave after nearly three years in the role. Calum has accepted an exciting new position as Chief Executive at a...
Member News
Skills shortages and burnout pose challenges for the financial sector
The commercial finance and accountancy sector is facing a deepening talent problem that could threaten growth and long-term business resilience unless employers rethink their recruitment and retention strategies, says an industry specialist. The warning has come from...
Growing nutrition firm moves into new Redditch manufacturing base, aided by John Truslove
Health supplements business Ethical Nutrition is opening its first manufacturing site in Redditch after securing premises through commercial property agency John Truslove. It is a major development for the family business, launched by cancer survivor Grace Carter and...
Patron & Strategic News
Do prisons work? Can war ever be justified? Law Festival Tackles Big Questions
Do prisons work? Can war ever be justified? These are some of the questions that will come under the microscope at a University of Worcester law-themed festival. They are among a wide range of talks all open to the public at the Rights and Justice Festival 2026, which...
Sutcliffe becomes a new BIBA Accredited Cyber Insurance Broker (ACIB)
Sutcliffe & Co has become a BIBA Accredited Cyber Insurance Broker (ACIB), featuring in the new BIBA Cyber Insurance Broker Directory, which launched at the BIBA Conference 2026 on Wednesday 13th May to help protect UK businesses via specialist accredited BIBA...
Chamber News
What would you ask your Local MP?
As a result of the General Election in July, many of the local constituencies have elected a new member of parliament and many residents have not yet had the chance to speak with their MP. Therefore, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce want to give...
Wye Valley NHS Trust Launches Fundraising Initiative for New Education Centre at Herefordshire Hospital
The Wye Valley NHS Trust announced the launch of a new initiative to build an education centre at the Herefordshire Hospital site. This state-of-the-art facility will significantly boost the trust’s commitment to learning, recruitment, and retention of NHS staff,...
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Welcome new Members!
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: 2wish – 2wish provides immediate and ongoing bereavement support for families, individuals and professionals affected by the sudden and traumatic death of a child or young adult. Agri Incineration Systems Limited...
Welcome new Members!
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: 2wish – 2wish provides immediate and ongoing bereavement support for families, individuals and professionals affected by the sudden and traumatic death of a child or young adult. Agri Incineration Systems Limited...
Policy News
Toxic Mix As Businesses Prepare for Tax Rise
QES_infosheet_Q1_2025 59% of businesses say tax, including national insurance, is now a concern, the second highest level on record following a peak in the previous quarter Business confidence remains subdued, with less than half of firms (48%) expecting turnover to...
US Tariffs To Hit UK Economy
Reacting to news of a 10% tariff on all UK exports to the US and higher tariffs for other countries, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “The Government has kept a cool head so far and must continue to negotiate. This is a marathon not a sprint, and...
Skills News
College group calls for industry leaders to support skills agenda delivery
A leading college group is calling on industry leaders in key sectors to help it deliver on local, regional and national skills agendas. WCG (formerly Warwickshire College Group) is looking for individuals to join the advisory boards of each of its six colleges – and...
Herefordshire employment project holds celebration event to mark the National Lottery’s 25th birthday
An employment programme led by Charity Landau, that helps Herefordshire people into work is holding a celebration event on Wednesday 22nd September to showcase the various opportunities available and the achievements of participants who have been supported by the...
Charity News
Acorn’s Children’s Hospice will benefit from successful charity challenge
Professionals from the Worcester office of a leading property consultancy have helped raise more than £25,000 for charity as part of an epic fundraising relay – with 11 weeks of the challenge still to go. Fisher German is marking its 25th anniversary with its ‘Big25’...
Fuel the Journey, Power the Care: St Michael’s Hospice to launch four-day fundraising appeal to support nursing teams on the road
St Michael’s Hospice is launching a four-day fundraising campaign to support its nursing teams out on the road. ‘Fuel the Journey, Power the Care’ begins this Friday (8th) with the aim of raising £43,250 towards fuelling, leasing and insuring the fleet of Hospice at...
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 US tariff rate, instead of the threatened 15 per cent, will provide some...
BCC News
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 US tariff rate, instead of the threatened 15 per cent, will provide some...
Worcestershire News
Spring Diesel Festival is a ‘smash hit’ with more than 5,000 Visitors at the Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway is celebrating the success of its most recent rail enthusiast event, as it looks back on the four days of its Spring Diesel Festival. With visitor numbers significantly exceeding expectations, and a stunning line-up of diesel traction, the...
Musical Message at the Heart of Mural Created by University Students for the Worcester Community.
Students have created a 55-metre-long mural on a busy Worcester thoroughfare, completely transforming what was a graffiti scrawled wall in the city. The team spent days bringing the mural to life on the walkway between Hardwicke Close and Hylton Road next to the...
Herefordshire News
Marches Careers Hub Celebrates Year of Success
The Marches Careers Hub has enjoyed a year of success – with sustained improvements across the last 12 months, new figures show. The hub – which is delivered by the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership for the Careers and Enterprise Company in partnership with...
Herefordshire to ‘charge ahead’ Thanks to Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Funding
Thirteen Midlands Councils have led a successful bid for £39.3mil to get more chargers onto our streets – including Herefordshire, which will receive £1.124m. The Midlands has come together to create two partnerships across the region to successfully submit a bid for...
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Record promotions support continued growth at HCR Law’s Hereford office
HCR Law’s Hereford office celebrated a record six promotions in April 2026, supporting continued growth and reflecting the firm’s ongoing commitment to developing local talent. The promotions form part of HCR Law’s biggest promotion round to date, with more than 100...
FZUK PROMOTES ROB YATES TO NATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGER
Redditch, UK- FAUN-Zoeller UK Ltd (FZUK) a market leader in waste collection vehicles and environmental technology, is proud to announce the promotion of Rob Yates to the position of National Business Manager. This appointment reflects Rob’s significant...
Neurodiversity in Business Co- working: a neuroaffirming, sensory friendly, supportive environment for work and learning.
Nurturingnd is pleased announce a new addition to its service line up: neurodiversity in business co-working at The Shell Store, Hereford. The first session will be on Thursday 21st May and will include: • Three hours access to space and support 9.30am-12.30pm • Free...
Chamber Member Awarded Honorary Fellowship by the National Equine Forum
Vicky Kangurs, who has been a dedicated supporter of the National Equine Forum (NEF) for more than 15 years, has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship in recognition of her longstanding service and commitment to the prestigious event. Involvement with the NEF began for...
Herefordshire Council making ‘strong progress’ on multi-million-pound programme to bolster transport links, active travel and safer routes for schools
Council confirms continuing progress across 10 schemes, with majority completing within 18 months Comes as Council invests £37 million in roads and highways improvements Renewed commitment to improving travel choices for residents, businesses and visitors...
Lygon Arms named Hotel of the Year at the Visit Worcestershire Tourism Awards
Lygon Arms has been announced as the winner of Hotel of the Year at the Visit Worcestershire Tourism Awards, in recognition of its exceptional hospitality, historic setting and outstanding guest experience. Located in the heart of the Cotswolds, the award celebrates...
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