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Underwoods Confirms Sale of The Steel Centre
Underwoods Steel Stockholders & Fabrications has announced the successful completion of the sale of its long-standing Worcester premises, The Steel Centre, Wainwright Road, marking the next chapter in the company’s continued development. Following the sale,...
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Underwoods Confirms Sale of The Steel Centre
Underwoods Steel Stockholders & Fabrications has announced the successful completion of the sale of its long-standing Worcester premises, The Steel Centre, Wainwright Road, marking the next chapter in the company’s continued development. Following the sale,...
Member News
University Play Day to Encourage Outdoor Play and Community Street Closures
As part of National Play Week, the University of Worcester is hosting a day of traditional outdoor games and helping local families learn how they can create more opportunities for children to play in their communities. The free event will take place from 11am to 2pm...
Web designer Helen Davies on why your website matters more than ever in the age of AI and social media
Helen Davies of Citrus Web features in the latest episode of Dandelion Video Production’s What Do You Do? podcast, tackling one of the most common misconceptions in modern marketing: that social media has made websites redundant. “Your website is your...
Patron & Strategic News
Hoople mark 6 months of good deeds
2026 marked Hoople’s 15th birthday. To celebrate this important milestone, the company decided to complete 15 “Good Deeds” throughout the year as a way of giving back to the community that has supported them along the way. At the half-way point, Hoople have been...
Speller Metcalfe positions for the next era of construction standards
As the construction sector navigates the most significant regulatory change in a generation, Speller Metcalfe has moved early to ensure its systems, governance and information management are built for what comes next. The Building Safety Act has fundamentally changed...
Chamber News
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Release the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q3 2024
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has released the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q3 2024, supported by Worcestershire County Council. The Quarterly Economic Survey is a comprehensive analysis of economic data collected from a diverse range...
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...
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Introducing PABON HALL INTERNATIONAL Trade Negotiators to the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce!
My name is Lina Pabon, the founder and managing director of PABON HALL International Trade Negotiators. I am delighted to present my company to the public and make our services available to you. Our purpose is to bridge business and promotional interests between Latin...
Introducing PABON HALL INTERNATIONAL Trade Negotiators to the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce!
My name is Lina Pabon, the founder and managing director of PABON HALL International Trade Negotiators. I am delighted to present my company to the public and make our services available to you. Our purpose is to bridge business and promotional interests between Latin...
Policy News
BCC Director General calls for ‘new settlement with our closest neighbours’
• Director General Shevaun Haviland calls on the Government to push for a new settlement with the EU to support British businesses to expand and drive growth. • More than 400 businesses are expected at the British Chambers of Commerce’s 2025 Driving International...
Labour Pressures Continue for Businesses
Reacting 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 labour market remains a significant challenge for employers who are struggling with skills...
Skills News
Innovative students celebrated in county STEM Challenges programme
Worcestershire schools have been getting involved in STEM challenge workshops to help inspire their pupils. After being postponed in 2020, the Worcestershire Primary School STEM Challenge made a return in 2021 alongside the new Middle School STEM Challenge which was...
Government announces package of measures to support recruitment in road haulage industry
On Tuesday 20 July, the government announced a package of measures to help tackle the HGV driver shortage. The announcement follows the temporary relaxation of drivers’ hours rules due to end on 8 August. In an open letter to the road haulage sector, ministers have...
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...
BCC Economic Forecast: Global Turmoil to Hit Growth and Push Up Inflation
The latest British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) economic forecast suggests slow growth in 2026, higher inflation due to the Middle East crisis, and rising unemployment as the labour market softens. The BCC forecast is the first economic assessment by a business...
BCC News
BCC Economic Forecast: Global Turmoil to Hit Growth and Push Up Inflation
The latest British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) economic forecast suggests slow growth in 2026, higher inflation due to the Middle East crisis, and rising unemployment as the labour market softens. The BCC forecast is the first economic assessment by a business...
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
It’s a hattrick for Thorne Widgery CEO at top accounting awards
For the third year running, our CEO has made the shortlist for the Accounting Excellence Awards. Regarded as the most important awards ceremony in the profession’s calendar, these prestigious national accolades recognise the best firms and accounting leaders. Daniel...
Clinical Recruitment Open Day: Discover the Path to a Rewarding and Meaningful Career in Healthcare
Are you a compassionate and dedicated clinician in pursuit of a career that truly impacts lives? Look no further, as an exciting opportunity awaits you at the Clinical Recruitment Open Day hosted by St Michael’s Hospice. Event Details: Date: Friday, 1st September...
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Positive Sex Education Speaker Reveals Statistics That Show Why Consent Education Can’t Wait Until Secondary School
Larissa Astara Gray, Positive Sex Education Speaker, features in the latest episode of Dandelion Video Production’s What Do You Do? podcast – and her opening point alone is likely to surprise most parents. “Positive” in her job title...
Strengthening Contract Recruitment at Hewett: Introducing Amy Pattison:
Amy Pattison joined Hewett Recruitment last year to lead the Contract Recruitment offering across IT and Engineering, bringing a fresh and highly experienced perspective to this growing area of the business. While contract recruitment has not historically been a core...
Growing law firm celebrates five newly qualified solicitors
Five up and coming solicitors are celebrating after successfully completing their training contracts with one of the region’s fastest growing law firms. Rachel Pick, Oscar McCracken, Lauren Collins, Emily Stancer and Sara Southall have now qualified as solicitors...
Colour run returns to Sandwell Valley for 10th Run for Joel
Runners of all ages and abilities are invited to take part in the tenth annual Run for Joel; a colourful run through Sandwell Valley Country Park. Runners, walkers, and even dogs are invited to take part in either a 5km or 3km event which begins with runners covering...
Gareth Thomas Spearheads Accessories Push for REHAU
Gareth Thomas Spearheads Accessories Push for REHAU REHAU has appointed Gareth Thomas as Senior Product Manager for System Accessories, enhancing the company’s service and support for the growing accessories market. Gareth joins REHAU’s product team after 12 years in...
University Cricketers Raise £1600 in Memory of Josh Baker
Cricketers at the University of Worcester have raised around £1,600 in memory of local cricketer Josh Baker. Through a series of matches with his former school and clubs, the University’s men’s and women’s cricket teams raised funds for the JB33 Foundation, which...
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