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Dr Ellie Chowns MP Attends Herefordshire Area Council Meeting
Dr Ellie Chowns, MP for North Herefordshire recently attended the Chamber’s Herefordshire Area Council meeting held at NMITE’s facility on Skylon Park, Rotherwas. Ellie Chowns began by outlining current priorities within the constituency, the impact of international...
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Dr Ellie Chowns MP Attends Herefordshire Area Council Meeting
Dr Ellie Chowns, MP for North Herefordshire recently attended the Chamber’s Herefordshire Area Council meeting held at NMITE’s facility on Skylon Park, Rotherwas. Ellie Chowns began by outlining current priorities within the constituency, the impact of international...
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Liam continues to punch above his weight
Chamber member and rising boxing star Liam O’Hare added another exciting win to his professional record with a third-round victory over Dennis Grant on Saturday 7th June. The contest at the Birmingham Airport Holiday inn NEC ended with a TKO (technical knock out) when...
Research Sheds Light on Abuse Faced by Runners
A University of Worcester study has identified incidents of runners being shouted at from cars, chased by dogs, and having items thrown at them while out exercising. The new research asked people who run regularly in the county for their experiences of harassment and...
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University of Worcester Creates New Wildflower Meadow
Hundreds of wildflowers will soon be providing a habitat for nature to thrive at the University of Worcester as part of a wider wildlife project on campus. Students, including those studying on the University’s Environmental Management and Sustainability course, along...
Preparing and Updating Health and Safety Policies
Friday 28th April is ‘World Day for Safety and Health at Work’ which is an annual initiative put on by the United Nations (UN). This day emphasises the importance of employers around the world taking appropriate precautions to prevent accidents and diseases at work....
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Nifty generates national coverage for national stress awareness day
Nifty Communications generated national coverage by holding an event in collaboration with Mind and Marina Gibson to mark National Stress Awareness Day at London’s Syon Park back in October. The event was hosted by record-breaking angler and social media influencer...
Hundreds of local business have their say in 2019-20 Salary & Benefits Report
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce‘s 2019-20 Salary & Benefits Report, in association with Hewett Recruitment, gives an insight into the issues facing businesses in recruiting and retaining the right staff, barriers to growth and a...
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BCC responds to Chancellor’s comments on post-Brexit regulation
Responding to the Chancellor’s comment that there will be no regulatory alignment with the EU after Brexit, reported in an interview with the Financial Times today, BCC Co-Executive Director, Claire Walker, said: “Our business communities have differing views but are...
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BCC responds to Chancellor’s comments on post-Brexit regulation
Responding to the Chancellor’s comment that there will be no regulatory alignment with the EU after Brexit, reported in an interview with the Financial Times today, BCC Co-Executive Director, Claire Walker, said: “Our business communities have differing views but are...
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Kidderminster’s Holy Trinity School makes waves!
Holy Trinity School is delighted to become one of only a handful of schools in the UK to be granted ‘Swim England Swim School’ status and unlike many other schools offers swimming for stages 1-10 within the school’s regular curriculum offering fully accredited Learn...
Thursfields shares story of talent success
Thursfields Solicitors commercial and HR director Michelle O’Hara is to speak at a legal industry conference focused on people strategies and will share her firm’s success in attracting and developing talent. The Legal Practice Management National Conference (LPM) is...
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OLPRO joins forces with Charitable Organisation Sponsored Breaks
Stand-out outdoor leisure brand OLPRO has joined forces with Charitable Organisation Sponsored Breaks to provide them with a one-stop shop to equip their company van with the latest camping accessories, helping take their gifted camping trips to the next level. OLPRO...
83% of organisations still not aware of when their ISDN and PSTN services would be switched off.
The ‘BT ISDN and PSTN Switch Off’, will be a biggest shift in the way people make phone calls in the UK in recent history. The official switch off will happen in 2025. For business continuity, it is vital companies take action now to ensure they are prepared for the...
Investing in Herefordshire County’s Roads
Herefordshire Council is continuing to invest in the county’s infrastructure, with 21 road resurfacing schemes being completed this spring. Working together with Balfour Beatty Living Places, the road resurfacing will help to improve and maintain the highway network...
Darren Wilkins Appointed as a New Trustee of Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust
Worcestershire business owner Darren Wilkins has been announced as a new Trustee at the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust (GKCCT). Having supported the charity since Darren’s family business City Signs, celebrated their 60th anniversary in 2020, his dedication to the...
Menopause in the Workplace
UNIQUE RETIREMENT PLANNING CHALLENGES WOMEN FACE Women make up nearly half of the UK workforce, but many feel forced to reduce their hours at work, pass up promotions and even leave their jobs due to lack of menopause support. While symptoms vary between individuals,...
‘Energy efficiency deadline is looming for Commercial Property owners and Landlords’ warns GJS Dillon
14 March 2023: Time is running out for Commercial building owners and Landlords who have yet to comply with new regulations coming into force on 1st April. That’s the stark warning from Mike Sutton, GJS Dillon’s Director of Commercial Building Surveying. After 1st...
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