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Inflation Eases but Business Costs Still Biting
Responding to the latest inflation data, published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “A further easing of inflation, to 3% in January, will be cautiously welcomed by businesses. Firms will be hoping it...
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Inflation Eases but Business Costs Still Biting
Responding to the latest inflation data, published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “A further easing of inflation, to 3% in January, will be cautiously welcomed by businesses. Firms will be hoping it...
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Real World Consultancy’s Partnership Extended for Enterprising Worcestershire Business Coaching Programme
Real World Consultancy is thrilled to announce the extension of our partnership to deliver the Enterprising Worcestershire Business Coaching Programme. Delivered in collaboration with Worcestershire County Council and Worcestershire Growth Hub, this fully-funded...
Free Talk on Student Finance
As people preparing for university courses in September begin the next steps of their application process, a free online talk is being offered to help with applying for student finance. Held by colleagues at the University of Worcester, the talk titled ‘Making Your...
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Should you insure your sports club pitches and running tracks too?
With the recent news story of East of Scotland league side Dunipace FC facing a bill of up to £300,000 to repair their artificial surface at Westfield Park in Denny, when their football club pitch was set on fire by vandals last week, shows insuring pitches should not...
New Pedestrian and Cycling Route in the City
A new walking, wheeling and cycling route linking Henwick Road to the riverside has opened at the University of Worcester. The new route, which was formerly opened by the Mayor of Worcester, Cllr Adrian Gregson, in a special ceremony, was created as part of the...
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Webinar: What does the global shutdown mean for businesses with international interests?
Headquartered in London, with offices worldwide across five continents, moneycorp services businesses, individuals and online sellers with international interests and payment requirements. By developing currency risk management strategies, moneycorp is on hand to help...
Covid-19: Schools Update
In light of the Government announcement on 18th March at 5.15 pm to close schools with effect from Monday 23rd March, this note provides some initial thoughts on practical issues which schools might be thinking about. This note is correct at the time of writing, 19...
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International Trade Q&A with BCC Director General and Director of Trade Facilitation
The British Chambers of Commerce are hosting an online webinar and Q&A on International Trade. Director General Dr. Adam Marshall, and Director of Trade Facilitation Liam Smyth, will explain what action the British Chambers of Commerce and its Members are taking...
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International Trade Q&A with BCC Director General and Director of Trade Facilitation
The British Chambers of Commerce are hosting an online webinar and Q&A on International Trade. Director General Dr. Adam Marshall, and Director of Trade Facilitation Liam Smyth, will explain what action the British Chambers of Commerce and its Members are taking...
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Government release guidance on closure of businesses and premises
The government has released guidance on what businesses and premises should close and any exceptions. Takeaway and delivery services may remain open under the guidance previously provided by the government. Online retail is still open and encouraged and postal and...
Gtech providing life saving support to NHS
After government appeals for top engineering companies to help in making life saving ventilators to support the NHS, brands such as McClaren, Nissan and Chamber Members Gtech were there to answer their calls for help. Nick Grey, Gtech Founder and Chief Executive, was...
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Wild Edric Media working with Sky TV
Herefordshire based video production agency Wild Edric Media announce their further expansion into creating TV adverts for small to medium businesses to promote their products and services. The company are working with AdSmart from Sky, which offers audience-targeted...
Have your say on new library and museum
Herefordshire Council is creating a new library at Maylord Orchards shopping centre and a redeveloped museum and art gallery in Hereford’s Broad Street. Between them, the redevelopments will offer a huge range of events, exhibitions and digital interactions that will...
Inflation eases but rising prices increase pressure on businesses
UK inflation has eased in March, however rising food prices has meant inflation remains higher than expected above 10%, adding to the speculation that the Bank of England will raise interest rates again on Thursday. According to data released from the Office for...
Email marketing can form an integral part of an organisation’s marketing strategy.
E-shots are a key piece to the marketing puzzle. For many, email marketing is also a way to manage contacts – platforms like Mailerlite and Mailchimp can support contact management, with built-in GDPR – as well as suitably designed templates to choose from (or...
Luxury Dog friendly Accommodation Scoops Local Award
Rowley Farm Holidays has been recognised as the Best Self Catering Accommodation in Worcestershire at the Visit Worcestershire Tourism Awards 2022/23. The awards, held on Friday 24th March at West Midland Safari Park, celebrated tourism businesses from across the...
Labour market struggles continue, according to the Office for National Statistics
The UK continues to struggle with labour shortages despite the estimated number of vacancies falling on the quarter, data released today from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has shown. April’s labour market overview revealed that between January and March...
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