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Small Firms Need More Help to Unlock Trade Opportunities
New data from the British Chambers of Commerce Insights Unit, published at the start of International Trade Week, shows a widening divide between the fortunes of different sized UK exporters. The Trade Confidence Outlook results underline the need for urgent...
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Small Firms Need More Help to Unlock Trade Opportunities
New data from the British Chambers of Commerce Insights Unit, published at the start of International Trade Week, shows a widening divide between the fortunes of different sized UK exporters. The Trade Confidence Outlook results underline the need for urgent...
Member News
Severn Valley Railway set to deliver frightful journeys this Halloween
The Severn Valley Railway is preparing to welcome passengers on board its popular Ghost and Scream Train services during the Halloween season, promising a series of atmospheric journeys filled with seasonal scares and entertainment. Running on Thursday 30, Friday 31...
Heritage headboards for the Severn Valley Railway’s brand-new Christmas experiences
Things have taken on an early festive flavour at the Severn Valley Railway’s paint shop in Bridgnorth, where production is underway on specially commissioned headboards for two brand-new Christmas experiences at the popular heritage attraction. Volunteer Bernard Green...
Patron & Strategic News
Property consultancy’s first charity padel tournament raises £6,000
A national property consultancy’s first charity padel tournament raised £6,000 for four charities – and planning for next year’s competition is already underway. Fisher German’s Development Agency team successfully launched its first-ever charity padel...
Ballards LLP Celebrating Double Award Shortlisting
L-R: James Syree CEO Ballards LLP and Adrian Sidaway Audit Director, Ballards LLP Midlands-based firm recognised for outstanding performance by the Accounting Excellence Awards. Leading Worcestershire Accountancy firm, Ballards LLP, has been shortlisted for...
Chamber News
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Award Entries are Now Open!
Entries for the 2024 business awards are now open! To submit your business for the awards should take no more than 10 minutes and you can enter your business for a maximum of 3 categories. The awards are set to be hosted on the 13th June 2024 at the Worcester Arena,...
Premium Office Space Available at Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce’s Worcester Office
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce announces an exceptional opportunity for businesses seeking an upscale office environment. Presenting an exclusive first-floor office space along with two additional meeting rooms, this meticulously designed 221.38...
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Knockhundred Translations: Joining Hands with HWCC for Local Prosperity
We are delighted to share the news that Knockhundred Translations is now a proud member of the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. This momentous occasion signifies our commitment to both our local community and the broader business landscape....
Knockhundred Translations: Joining Hands with HWCC for Local Prosperity
We are delighted to share the news that Knockhundred Translations is now a proud member of the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. This momentous occasion signifies our commitment to both our local community and the broader business landscape....
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
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...
£7 million fund launched to support more flexible apprenticeship opportunities
Sectors including the creative, agriculture and construction industries can now bid for a share of a £7 million fund to support the creation of new flexible apprenticeships. Apprenticeships are at least 12 months long, so some sectors with flexible employment patterns...
Charity News
Hereford Care Homes Participate in Heartfelt Memory Walk Honouring Beloved Past Residents and Raise Funds for St Michael’s Hospice
Hampton Grange and Gwen Walford Care Homes proudly took part in a Memory Walk to honour the cherished memories of past residents Joe and Tom while raising vital funds for St Michael’s Hospice in Hereford. The event, held at the picturesque Queenswood Arboretum...
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity launches Worcestershire Urology Appeal
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust are developing a new Urology Investigations Unit and Urology Same Day Emergency Care facility at the Alexandra Hospital, Redditch, which will create a dedicated countywide Urology facility. But we need your help to make it the...
Vacancies Still Falling As Wages Outpace Inflation
Responding to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “This data suggests some loosening in the jobs market with vacancies staying below pre-pandemic levels...
BCC News
Vacancies Still Falling As Wages Outpace Inflation
Responding to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “This data suggests some loosening in the jobs market with vacancies staying below pre-pandemic levels...
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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PAYROLLING BENEFITS IN KIND
From April 2027, all Benefits in Kind (BiKs) will need to be payrolled in real time. In our latest article, we break down what the new rules mean, how to manage the transitional year, and why early action is essential to avoid disruption later. Our advice is don’t...
The Limelite Lounge!
We’re really excited to be launching a brand-new series of live, relaxed, expert-led sessions, designed to bring you the latest insights and on-the-ground experience that’s shaping people management practices! Please welcome – The Limelite Lounge! These sessions...
6 Factors To Consider When Choosing A Computer Monitor for Your Business
Are you thinking about how to choose a computer monitor for your business? If we were to ask you what factors would go into making that decision, your response might be “I dunno”, or “Whatever’s cheapest, I guess”. After all, it’s...
Why Choose Managed IT Services?
To be a small business owner is to be a true autodidact. Nothing excites entrepreneurs more than rolling up their sleeves, learning new skills, and engaging in creative problem-solving. While this can-do attitude can serve them very well in business, there are times...
Hazelton Mountford raises over £5000 with charity steps challenge
Worcester based insurance brokers Hazelton Mountford are pleased to share the results of their June Charity Challenge, which saw staff walk an impressive 10.5 million steps and raise over £ 5,000 for charity. Throughout June, colleagues “stepped into...
Meet JP Bookkeeping — Your New Virtual Finance Office
As a new member of the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce (HWCC), JP Bookkeeping is excited to introduce its Virtual Finance Office service which manages the full finance function for businesses from start to end. Our strategic, outsourced Finance...
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