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Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Launches New Business Club
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity has launched its new Business Club, a free membership community for organisations that recognise the importance of its lifesaving service and want to play an active role in sustaining it for future generations. The charity provides...
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Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Launches New Business Club
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity has launched its new Business Club, a free membership community for organisations that recognise the importance of its lifesaving service and want to play an active role in sustaining it for future generations. The charity provides...
Member News
BCU Degree Apprentice Shortlisted for National Construction Award
Birmingham City University degree apprentice, Poppy Deakin, has been shortlisted for FE/HE Student of the Year at the UK Building The Future Awards 2026. Entering the final year of her Construction Site Management degree apprenticeship at BCU, Poppy combines academic...
TRUELINE’S CHARLIE PREPARES TO TAKE ON THE ARCTIC FOR ACORNS CHILDREN’S HOSPICE
Trueline Products’ Fundraising Champion, Charlie Macaulay-Collins, is preparing to swap the comforts of home for snow, ice and temperatures well below freezing as she takes on an extraordinary Arctic challenge to raise vital funds for Acorns Children’s Hospice....
Patron & Strategic News
Digital & AI Innovators join all-new support programme at Kidderminster’s Old Court
Eleven ambitious businesses have joined BetaDen’s new twelve-week Digital & AI BootCamp, launched at The Old Court in Kidderminster to help Worcestershire businesses develop digital products, integrate artificial intelligence and accelerate growth. Delivered by...
Full Circle Moment as Worcester Lecturer Graduates for Third Time
A Worcester woman has graduated from the University of Worcester for a third time, after receiving her PhD at Worcester Cathedral. Dr Katy Wareham Morris first joined the University in 2003 as an undergraduate studying English & Literary Studies and Media &...
Chamber News
The Chamber Celebrates National Award Nominations
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that three members of its team have been recognised in the prestigious British Chambers of Commerce, Chamber Awards 2026, celebrating outstanding talent and dedication within the UK Chamber...
Welcome New Members | July 2026
A warm welcome to our newest Members who joined us throughout July: Empowered Minds BWRT Therapy & Coaching – offers BWRT psychotherapy and coaching in Worcestershire to help people create lasting positive change. Catesby & Fawkes – is a brand and...
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Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre joins Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre Joins Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre is delighted to announce its membership of the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, marking another...
Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre joins Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre Joins Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. Hillscourt Hotel & Conference Centre is delighted to announce its membership of the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, marking another...
Policy News
Steel Tariffs Risk Serious Damage To UK Manufacturers
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has warned that changes to UK steel quotas and tariffs could add millions of pounds to manufacturers’ costs. In a letter to the Business Secretary, Peter Kyle, the BCC said the proposed regime risks creating ‘real financial and...
Conference to Examine Impact of Brexit on Politics and Law in the UK
The two-day conference, held on June 25 and 26 and funded by the Society of Legal Scholars, will hear from some of the biggest names in politics, who’ll be discussing how Britain’s departure from the EU impacted accountability, parliament, rights and equality, and...
Skills News
Level 4 HNC and/or Level 5 HND in Leadership & Management
Designed to develop your knowledge of team leadership and management from a management perspective, this HTQ aims to enhance your skills to progress into employment across a wide range of industries. The purpose of the qualification is to develop students as...
Could you host a T Level industry placement?
We’re offering funding to support employers with the essential costs of hosting T Level industry placements starting now through to 31st March 2026. Whether you’re a large organisation or a small business, we can help: Construction Route – Support available for...
Charity News
Ever wondered what a children’s hospice really looks like? Now you can take a virtual tour
State-of-the-art technology is giving people the chance to step inside Acorns Children’s Hospice from wherever they are. Ever wondered what it’s really like inside a children’s hospice? Now people across the West Midlands can find out for themselves without even...
Hundreds invited to remember loved ones at KEMP Hospice Butterfly Release
People across Wyre Forest are being invited to celebrate the lives of loved ones they have lost at one of KEMP Hospice’s most moving events. The KEMP Hospice Butterfly Release returns to Bodenham Arboretum on Saturday 12 September 2026, offering families and...
Economic Priorities For Government: Productivity
The UK has a new Prime Minister who has promised to revive the nation’s economic fortunes. But he follows a succession of PMs who have pledged the same without ever managing to consistently deliver. At the British Chambers of Commerce, we think about little else than...
BCC News
Economic Priorities For Government: Productivity
The UK has a new Prime Minister who has promised to revive the nation’s economic fortunes. But he follows a succession of PMs who have pledged the same without ever managing to consistently deliver. At the British Chambers of Commerce, we think about little else than...
Worcestershire News
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...
Government-backed Help to Grow Programme Helps Spark 50% Retail Growth for Local Business
The University of Worcester has announced it will be delivering the Help to Grow Management Course for a further 3 years. The part-government-funded initiative is designed for senior leaders to boost business performance and leadership skills. Run by Worcester...
Herefordshire News
Community generosity at Christmas helps Herefordshire families
As families across Herefordshire face increasing pressure, a series of quiet but meaningful acts of generosity by business and individuals are helping to support those most in need through local charity Vennture. With demand for emergency accommodation and family...
Mandatory certification requirements for professional rodenticide purchase came into force January 1, 2026 across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
PGM Pest Control is urging UK businesses, farmers, and pest control professionals to review their rodent management following major regulatory changes that came into force on 1 January 2026 under the UK Rodenticide Stewardship Regime. The updated rules mean that...
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Recruitment Firm Celebrates Strong First Year and Growing Local Impact
Renford Recruitment ltd is marking its first year in business after a steady period of growth across the Worcestershire area. With ten years of recruitment experience and as a former agency temp worker himself, founder and director Simon Wright has developed the...
Malvern Hills end to end walk – 10.5 Miles for Smiles
Location: On Malvern Hills, start at North Quarry Car Park walk over 15 peaks take the final push up to Chase End Hill Event date: Sunday 20th September On the Saturday of August bank holiday 2018, our son Zac, left the house in the morning and went up on the Malvern...
Budget Must Back Business, Cut Costs and Deliver Growth
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is calling on Chancellor, John Healey, to ‘Back Business, Cut Costs and Deliver Growth’ in his first Budget statement. With BCC research showing fragile business confidence, its budget submission asks the Chancellor to give...
The Value of Work Experience: Building Future Talent Through Vocational Education
At Kidderminster College, we are committed to helping vocational students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to succeed in their chosen industries. Work experience is a key part of this, providing valuable opportunities for students to apply their...
Student Support and Fundraising at the Heart of University’s Award Finalist Places
The University of Worcester has been shortlisted for the Outstanding Support for Students award in the prestigious Times Higher Education Awards for the efforts of staff to raise money for student scholarships and hardship funds. It’s one of four awards that the...
New Book Reveals Surprising Way Countries Judge Each Other’s Human Rights Records
An expert in law will launch his latest book at The Hive next month, shedding light on the way United Nations member states assess each other’s human rights records. Dr Michael Lane, Lecturer in Law at the University of Worcester, will explore the Universal Periodic...
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