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Energy Costs Continue to Spark Business Concern
Over a quarter of businesses (27%) say they are currently finding it difficult to pay their energy bills, according to new research from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). The BCC survey of over 600 firms shows energy costs are particularly challenging for...
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Energy Costs Continue to Spark Business Concern
Over a quarter of businesses (27%) say they are currently finding it difficult to pay their energy bills, according to new research from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). The BCC survey of over 600 firms shows energy costs are particularly challenging for...
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If Your Top Team Member Fell Ill, How Would the Business Survive?
Key Person Insurance If Your Top Team Member Fell Ill, How Would the Business Survive? Why It’s Time to Review Your Business Protection Plans Imagine waking up tomorrow and discovering that your operations director, technical lead, or top-performing sales manager is...
The Dice Box Worcester Launches ‘The Library’ – A Private Room for Hire
Looking for the cosy café vibe without the crowds? The Library is The Dice Box Worcester’s brand-new private games room, now officially open for bookings! Following a series of successful soft-launch events, The Dice Box Worcester is thrilled to unveil The Library –...
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Students Shortlisted in Prestigious Nursing Times Awards
Four students at the University of Worcester have been shortlisted in the annual Student Nursing Times Awards. Swathi Suresh has been shortlisted for the Mary Seacole Award for Outstanding Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion, while Phillipa Mills, Sophie Prothero...
Community Forum Members Take Tour of University’s New Facility
Members of the University of Worcester’s Community Forum were among the first to visit the University’s new health and wellbeing building as it nears completion. Members of the forum had the chance to take a tour of the new facility, which was previously the Worcester...
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BCC comments on Prime Minister’s speech
Commenting on the Prime Minister’s speech at the Conservative Party Conference, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Business communities all across the UK want the Prime Minister to get a Brexit deal – not just get Brexit...
This month’s new Members
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members across the two counties this month: Action Coach (www.actioncoach.com) AFH Wealth Management (www.afhifs.co.uk) Bransford Financial Planning Ltd (www.bransfordfinancial.co.uk) Cotton Orchard...
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BCC outlines key business priorities for next administration
Avoiding a no-deal Brexit and delivering an urgent confidence boost through action on infrastructure, immigration, skills and business costs must be at the forefront of the next government’s agenda, says the British Chambers of Commerce. 2020 and beyond: business...
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BCC outlines key business priorities for next administration
Avoiding a no-deal Brexit and delivering an urgent confidence boost through action on infrastructure, immigration, skills and business costs must be at the forefront of the next government’s agenda, says the British Chambers of Commerce. 2020 and beyond: business...
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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...
DRPG ends 2019 in style at annual Christmas Conference
Global creative communications agency, DRPG, celebrated the end of another successful year with the bringing together of the 330 strong group at their annual Christmas Conference on Friday 20th December. The event, which included presentations, lunch, an awards...
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National Apprenticeships Week 2023 – Skills for Life
The theme for #NAW2023 is “Skills for Life” encouraging employers and learners to reflect on how apprenticeships can drive development in careers, future-ready skills and the talented workforce needed across the UK. Whilst this is a laudable focus for this year’s...
Quarterly Recruitment Outlook: Highest level of recruitment difficulties on record
A new survey by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) reveals firms are facing the highest level of recruitment difficulties on record. The data for the leading business group’s Quarterly Recruitment Outlook (QRO) for Q4 2022 was drawn from a survey of more than...
Law firm extends property litigation offering with new appointment
Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors has bolstered its respected property litigation department with the appointment of a new solicitor. Property dispute specialist Rhiannon Phelps has joined mfg’s property litigation team making it nine-strong and underlining its...
The Salary & Benefits Report 2023 is Available Now!
93% of those surveyed in this report attempted to recruit staff over the past 12 months. Engineering, Sales, Finance, and Manufacturing were the sectors where businesses were experiencing the most difficulty in recruiting. The report also provides a summary of the...
Business Roundup – February 2023
I noticed that a funding deal has been signed which will enable almost a further 450,000 sq ft of new industrial space to be built on Redditch Gateway in Worcestershire. We have all seen the large units along the M5 at Worcester Six, again great news for the County....
Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Worcestershire Decanters Ltd – We help brands realise their full potential; driving awareness and loyalty through innovative memorable experiences. Dynamite Lifestyle T/A Simply Prosperity – I...
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