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Unemployment Up As Wages Still Outpace Inflation
Responding to the latest labour market data published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “There is little comfort in this data for businesses or the government. Employers are being squeezed...
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Unemployment Up As Wages Still Outpace Inflation
Responding to the latest labour market data published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “There is little comfort in this data for businesses or the government. Employers are being squeezed...
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Finding Your Perfect Workspace: Serviced Offices and Coworking in the Golden Triangle
The Golden Triangle, encompassing Worcester, Gloucester, and Cheltenham, offers a vibrant business landscape. If you’re seeking flexible and professional workspaces, consider these options. Serviced Offices and Coworking Spaces in the Evesham Area: A Growing...
Recruitment and Employment Update
Chamber past president, and Director of Chamber Patron, Hewett Recruitment, provides update on current trends and challenges in employment “The UK labour market is experiencing transformative shifts, primarily influenced by advancements in artificial...
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Can you help with support for Ukraine Nationals?
Worcestershire County Council, Herefordshire Council, leading recruitment firm Hewett Recruitment and Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce are working to support Ukraine Nationals who have applied to come to the UK under the Homes for Ukraine Scheme....
Central Hub Offering Support for Ukrainians and Host Families Established
Sutcliffe and Co Insurance Brokers are working with charities Midlands Migrant Support Centre and The Bransford Trust to provide a central hub to offer support to Ukrainian refugees and their host families. After discovering a need for a central ‘hub’ to provide...
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Worcestershire Passenger Transport Strategy
Worcestershire County Council is running a consultation on the Passenger Transport Strategy. This Strategy looks at the network of Passenger Transport both within the County, and in neighbouring counties; and how improvements can be made to ensure suitable transport...
A new opportunity within the Marches LEP
The Marches Local Enterprise Partnership has an exciting opportunity for a new Chair to engage and influence projects in Herefordshire and the wider Marches area. The Marches LEP is driving accelerated economic growth across the region of Herefordshire, Shropshire and...
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BCC comments on Prime Minister’s immigration announcement
Commenting on the Prime Minister’s announcement on immigration proposals, Dr Adam Marshall of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “This is a positive signal on immigration, as business needs the new government to demonstrate openness to the world. “It should be...
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BCC comments on Prime Minister’s immigration announcement
Commenting on the Prime Minister’s announcement on immigration proposals, Dr Adam Marshall of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “This is a positive signal on immigration, as business needs the new government to demonstrate openness to the world. “It should be...
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Low Carbon Opportunities grants awarded to local Worcestershire businesses
Worcestershire County Council have created a short film showcasing some of the innovative low-carbon ideas that Worcestershire businesses are bringing to market. The video was created to showcase the support already given by the programme to Worcestershire SMEs and...
FBC Manby Bowdler strengthens team with new recruits
Leading Midlands law firm FBC Manby Bowdler has strengthened its team with a series of new recruits. The firm, which employs more than 200 people at offices across the Midlands, has taken on six new members of staff, including two at Redditch. Kim Carr, Managing...
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Specialist Professional Advisor Programme set to return for a third time
The Worcestershire Growth Hub has confirmed that the Specialist Professional Advisor Programme is back for a third wave. This programme allows businesses to access specialist advice from professional external experts. These specialist advisors will be able to help and...
BCC Economic Forecast: New PM must act as UK economy set for recession before year end
The BCC expects the UK economy to plunge into recession before the end of 2022, with inflation spiking to 14% and lingering weakness in growth expected to continue into 2024 UK Economic Outlook – 2022 The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has again downgraded its...
WCG awarded Quality in Careers Standard
College group WCG has been recognised for its outstanding careers work and been presented with a major standard. The college group, which includes colleges in Warwickshire and Worcestershire, has been awarded the national Quality in Careers Standard – awarded...
Thursfields comments on new law criminalising travellers camping on land without permission
New legislation now makes it a criminal offence for people with vehicles to camp out on land without permission, according to Jon Clifford of leading Midlands law firm Thursfields Solicitors. The Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022, which was passed into law...
Wyevale Nurseries launches new non-climbing ivy at Four Oaks Trade Show
Wyevale Nurseries is launching an innovative new ivy aimed at commercial landscapers and garden retailers at the 50th anniversary Four Oaks Trade Show in Cheshire this month (September 2022). Hedera Algerian Bellecour®, which is non-climbing, versatile, easy to look...
Chairs Report
Worcester 6 Business Park continues to receive investment with further commitments and funding secured to continue working on the 60 acres – approved for development earlier this year. We can therefore look forward to attracting even more high quality national...
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