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Ten Years of Smarter Energy: Solar Select Marks a Decade in Business!
Managing Director Terry Hayward reflects on how much the sector has changed since the company was founded: “When I started Solar Select, the solar industry was very different. Today, with the introduction of multiple manufacturing brands such as Sigenergy, Duracell...
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Ten Years of Smarter Energy: Solar Select Marks a Decade in Business!
Managing Director Terry Hayward reflects on how much the sector has changed since the company was founded: “When I started Solar Select, the solar industry was very different. Today, with the introduction of multiple manufacturing brands such as Sigenergy, Duracell...
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Managing client pressure without burning out your team
For many small businesses and charities, clients and service users are at the heart of what we do. But when expectations start creeping up – tighter deadlines, faster responses, “just one more quick thing” – that pressure can quickly land on your team. And...
CSR starts with your people – not a policy
When we hear “Corporate Social Responsibility”, it can sound like something only big companies with shiny brochures and sustainability teams get involved in. But for small businesses and charities, CSR doesn’t need to be complicated – and it definitely doesn’t...
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When should I forward a phishing email?
Reporting phishing attempts is a proactive way to help protect yourself and your business. Cyber criminals are becoming more sophisticated in their methods so understanding what phishing is and how to protect yourself is becoming increasingly important. What is a...
Solicitor warns residential flat owners to check how many years are left on their leases
A leading Worcestershire property litigation lawyer is urging flat owners to consider extending the term of their lease to protect their financial interests. People who own the leasehold interest of a flat do so for a defined number of years, meaning its value reduces...
Chamber News
Regional win for record number businesses in Chamber Awards 2019
Eight organisations from across the two counties have been crowned as winners in the West Midlands heat of the Chamber Business Awards 2019. Now in their 16th year, the awards are a highlight of the business calendar, recognising the key role that local businesses...
Is your business Brexit ready?
Despite the EU exit date only weeks away, many businesses are still unsure where to turn for support and guidance when trying to prepare their organisation for Brexit. To support with getting local companies prepared, the Chamber of Commerce launched its Get Brexit...
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BCC comments on ONS gender pay gap data
Responding to ONS gender pay gap data published today, Jane Gratton, Head of People Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “It’s right that more women in senior roles are being fairly rewarded, but we need more action to ensure women of all ages receive...
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BCC comments on ONS gender pay gap data
Responding to ONS gender pay gap data published today, Jane Gratton, Head of People Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “It’s right that more women in senior roles are being fairly rewarded, but we need more action to ensure women of all ages receive...
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Introducing our newest Patron, Neoperl
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce our newest Patron, Neoperl UK Ltd. Neoperl is an international company and employs more than 1,900 employees in 16 countries all over the world, they provide innovative solutions regarding...
Roar-some new Arrivals are pride of Safari Park
The cat’s out of the bag at West Midland Safari Park as keepers announce the exciting arrival of two litters of incredibly cute African lion cubs. After a gestation period of around four months, ten-year-old Scar gave birth to three cubs on 27 August 2019, with the...
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Why Christmas can affect your mental health
Your mental wellbeing is important at any time of the year, but Christmas can increase levels of anxiety in a season which is supposed to be ‘the most wonderful time of the year’. Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, your mental health might be affected by what is...
GJS Dillon awarded ISO 9001 Certification after first assessment
The team at GJS Dillon is delighted to have been awarded the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Certification for its systems and processes under ISO 9001. The accreditation was given after the first ever ISO assessment for the Worcestershire...
Register your treecycle today with Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust and get it ticked off your list before the festivities begin
The Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust have launched their third Treecycling campaign to help their local community out of a prickly problem and to raise much needed funds to support local families fighting childhood cancer. Volunteers will be collecting trees from...
The Courtyard welcome a new Chair of the Board
The Courtyard is pleased to announce that Bruce Freeman has taken over as Chair of the Board. Bruce has been a member of The Courtyard Board for four years, and replaces previous Chair Joanna Cobb, who held the position for three years before retiring in November...
Worcester Mayor Highlights University of Worcester’s Important Role on Visit
Worcester City Mayor, Councillor Adrian Gregson, has highlighted the University of Worcester’s important role in the City on a recent visit. Cllr Adrian Gregson described it as an “anchor institution” for Worcester after touring the University campuses and hearing...
DRPG Host ‘Make a Moment’ Christmas Party for Children of Worcestershire Cancer Fund
Creative communications group DRPG hosted a series of children’s Christmas parties at its headquarters in Hartlebury, Worcestershire this weekend to support local children through the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity. Following what is now an annually hosted...
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