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Start Now: Make 2026 a really BIG year

Start Now: Make 2026 a really BIG year

As the busiest season of the year approaches, you might be looking at the next few weeks with mixed feelings — hoping for strong sales but wishing you’d had more time to put new ideas, promotions or partnerships in place. Or perhaps you’re already feeling the strain...

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Welcome new Members!

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...

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BTOM (Border Target Operating Model)

BTOM (Border Target Operating Model)

Check what you need to do to be compliant and avoid disruption to your business and supply chain  From 00:01 30 April 2024 traders must:    Ensure goods arrive through an appropriately designated Border Control Post (BCP) or Control Point (CP) for your commodity type...

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Our Latest Member

Introducing Brusco Food Group to the Chamber

Brusco Food Group is delighted to have joined the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce membership. Brusco Food Group is a trusted supplier of food and beverage products and quality ingredients to manufacturers, food service and retail. The Group has...

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Introducing Brusco Food Group to the Chamber

Introducing Brusco Food Group to the Chamber

Brusco Food Group is delighted to have joined the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce membership. Brusco Food Group is a trusted supplier of food and beverage products and quality ingredients to manufacturers, food service and retail. The Group has...

Policy News

The Quarterly Economic Survey for Q4 is now Live.

The Quarterly Economic Survey for Q4 is now Live.

The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey is live! By participating in this survey, your business will have a direct impact on government policy. Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce represents member views...

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SME Divide Revealed on Environmental Targets

SME Divide Revealed on Environmental Targets

Ahead of COP 29, the UN Climate Change Conference in Azerbaijan, British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) research has found a clear divide among SMEs on environmental targets.    The survey, by the BCC’s award-winning Insights Unit, shows around half of firms with more...

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Skills News

Marches LEP investment in skills helping region to recover

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...

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Charity News

Dancing for a Cause: SJL Ball Raises Vital Funds for Acorns

Dancing for a Cause: SJL Ball Raises Vital Funds for Acorns

The annual SJL Foundation Charity Ball, held at the Bank House Hotel in Bransford,  Worcester, was a resounding success, raising an incredible £32,107 on the night. The event brought together over 170 guests from SJL Insurance’s extensive network of staff, clients,...

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Rising Real Wages Pile On More Pressure 

Rising Real Wages Pile On More Pressure 

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: “The ONS data suggests that the jobs market is continuing to loosen as unemployment rises, vacancies...

BCC News

Rising Real Wages Pile On More Pressure 

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: “The ONS data suggests that the jobs market is continuing to loosen as unemployment rises, vacancies...

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Worcestershire News

Mass in Blue Concert is a Sensation!

Mass in Blue Concert is a Sensation!

A once-in-a-lifetime educational opportunity (WN ??/09/23) became the experience of a lifetime on Saturday night when 170 students and teachers performed composer Will Todd’s electrifying jazz ‘Mass in Blue’ with a stellar line-up of professional artists and musicians...

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Hey Duggee to Visit the Severn Valley Railway in June

Hey Duggee to Visit the Severn Valley Railway in June

There’ll be plenty of family fun at the Severn Valley Railway, with appearances from the energetic and much-loved TV character Hey Duggee on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 June. Families can take an exciting heritage train ride out to The Engine House, Highley and see...

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Herefordshire News

Rebrand for Ledbury Business

Rebrand for Ledbury Business

Pippin Copywriting Ltd, based in Ledbury, has just rebranded to become Every Word Ltd. Speaking about the rebrand, founder Catherine Every said: “The new name is a better fit for my business today.” She explains: “Yes, I’m a copywriter. My clients call on my...

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All Latest News

HCR Law’s Midlands Corporate team leads M&A deal volume

HCR Law’s Midlands Corporate team leads M&A deal volume

Experian’s latest data shows a drop in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the UK during the first half of 2025, reflecting economic uncertainty and a cautious business environment. Deal volumes fell by 16% in H1 2025 compared to H1 2024, according to...

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School Leaders Invited to Join Climate Assembly

Teachers and educators from across Worcestershire are invited to take part in a special Climate Assembly being hosted by the University of Worcester. The event, on Thursday, December 11, will bring together senior education leaders and sustainability leads from across...

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Creative Mouse – celebrating 25 years of design

Creative Mouse – celebrating 25 years of design

This year marks a special milestone for us at Creative Mouse – 25 years of design, collaboration, and creativity. Since opening our doors in 2000, we’ve come a long way, and we’re proud to celebrate the journey that brought us here. Creative Mouse was founded by three...

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Welcome New Members October

Welcome New Members October

Warm welcome to our newest Members who joined throughout October. TR Solar & Roofing – provides expert solar installations and roofing solutions to make your home energy-efficient and sustainable Exceptional Development – empowers individuals and...

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