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Mayfield Report Can Help Renew UK’s Workforce

Mayfield Report Can Help Renew UK’s Workforce

Responding to the publication of the ‘Keep Britain Working Review’ report, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “The workplace health crisis is damaging for individuals, employers and the economy.  So, this report is...

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Mayfield Report Can Help Renew UK’s Workforce

Responding to the publication of the ‘Keep Britain Working Review’ report, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “The workplace health crisis is damaging for individuals, employers and the economy.  So, this report is...

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Digital Transformation Will Make or Break Business in 2025

Digital Transformation Will Make or Break Business in 2025

By Sean Devlin, IT and Digital Transformation Partner, Ballards LLP In an era where digital capability isn’t just about competitive advantage but about survival, how ready is your organisation for the challenges of 2025? As we navigate through this pivotal year,...

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Paddington™ to visit the Severn Valley Railway in February

Paddington™ to visit the Severn Valley Railway in February

There’ll be plenty of family fun at the Severn Valley Railway, with appearances from the energetic and much-loved character Paddington™ from Tuesday 18 to Thursday 20 February 2025. Families can take an exciting heritage train ride out to The Engine House, Highley and...

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Hazelton Mountford’s Apprenticeship Day 2022

Hazelton Mountford’s Apprenticeship Day 2022

The senior management team at Hazelton Mountford are embracing new methods to recruit exceptional team members, including an ‘Apprenticeship Day’ held at the Worcester city centre HQ. In addition to placing their Chartered Insurance Apprenticeship role on the...

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BCC sends open letter to new administration

BCC sends open letter to new administration

Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, has released an open letter to newly elected Prime Minister, Rt Hon Boris Johnson. The letter calls on him to deliver on election promises and work with businesses on skills, infrastructure and...

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Help your business at the next FREE Sustainability Forum

Help your business at the next FREE Sustainability Forum

With tightening legislation, increasing scrutiny and consumer awareness of the negative impacts of waste materials, our next Business Energy Efficiency Programme (BEEP) Sustainability Forum is focused on waste. The Sustainability Forum is a series of free events aimed...

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BCC comments on the Queen’s Speech

BCC comments on the Queen’s Speech

Commenting on the Queen’s Speech opening a new session of Parliament, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Our message to government is simple: put the economy at the forefront of your agenda. These are unnerving times for...

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BCC comments on the Queen’s Speech

Commenting on the Queen’s Speech opening a new session of Parliament, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Our message to government is simple: put the economy at the forefront of your agenda. These are unnerving times for...

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Lawyers help keep Worcester charity on the road

Lawyers help keep Worcester charity on the road

Law firm staff have funded almost a year’s fuel for one of Worcester Wheels’ minibuses, helping elderly, disabled or vulnerable Worcester people get to their hospital appointments, to school, out for the day or simply to meet up with friends. The £2,500 donation from...

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Welcome New Members – ActiveIT!

Welcome New Members – ActiveIT!

ActiveIT have been assisting people with their IT for over 20 years. We work with businesses throughout South England, Wales and the Midlands. We work as our clients’ “Trusted IT Partner” and provide them with dependable IT systems that enhance their business....

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Bishop Fleming Lays Foundation For West Midlands Growth

Bishop Fleming Lays Foundation For West Midlands Growth

Leading accounting, audit, tax, and advisory firm Bishop Fleming has invested in plans to grow its West Midlands presence as part of an ambitious business strategy. The firm posted impressive financial results in 2021-2022, seeing fee growth rise by 19%, with the...

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Lots to consider – Postcards from Life gets ready to launch

Lots to consider – Postcards from Life gets ready to launch

Brighten your homes and support St Michael’s Hospice this Autumn by bidding for a miniature art masterpiece. More than 250 exquisite pieces go under the hammer from Monday 24th October during the Postcards from Life online auction. Over the years, this annual event...

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BCC response to Chancellor’s statement

BCC response to Chancellor’s statement

Responding to the Chancellor’s statement this morning, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said:  “The Chancellor’s buzzword was stability. But what we’ve seen from him is a plan for today and nothing for tomorrow.   “Following the economic turmoil of the...

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Law firm mfg Solicitors welcomes new trainees

Law firm mfg Solicitors welcomes new trainees

Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors has welcomed five new trainees into its growing team across the region. Joining the firm as trainees are Reuben Grimshaw, Rachel Dear, Kirandip Kaur, Amelia Edwards and Lucy Allen. The five new recruits, who will train in a...

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