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Economic Security Deals Key To UK’s Trade Future
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has met with Ambassadors and senior diplomats from countries representing nearly 40% of global trade to discuss economic security and supply chain resilience. The meeting at the German Embassy in London was a candid discussion on...
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Economic Security Deals Key To UK’s Trade Future
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has met with Ambassadors and senior diplomats from countries representing nearly 40% of global trade to discuss economic security and supply chain resilience. The meeting at the German Embassy in London was a candid discussion on...
Member News
Law firm strengthens Private Client team to support continued growth
A Midlands law firm has bolstered its Private Client department with the appointment of a new associate solicitor. Hannah Finnegan has joined mfg Solicitors as an associate within the firm’s 45-strong Private Client offering. Based at their offices in Bromsgrove and...
Law firm announces Birmingham Children’s Hospital as it’s charity of the year
A leading Worcestershire law firm has announced Birmingham Children’s Hospital as its charity of the year and will spend the next 12 months raising vital funds for them. Law firm mfg Solicitors, which has offices across Worcestershire, Shropshire, Birmingham and...
Patron & Strategic News
New University Initiative to Support Evesham Entrepreneurs
The University of Worcester has launched new initiative to help entrepreneurs in Evesham overcome barriers to starting and growing businesses. The project, developed by researchers at the University’s Business School, aims to address longstanding challenges faced by...
NMITE CONSTRUCTION STUDENTS HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF SNODHILL CASTLE
Construction students from Hereford’s New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) worked alongside the Snodhill Castle Preservation Trust (SCPT) this month as part of an innovative project aimed at enhancing one of Herefordshire’s most...
Chamber News
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Q3 Quarterly Economic Survey now open
Our latest Quarterly Economic Survey is now open. Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce represent the views of our members to national government, ensuring that the business case drives government policy. A great benefit of being part of this...
Get Ready for the Biggest Chamber Business Expo to Date!
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has announced a new location for its renowned Business Expo— the University Arena, Worcester. The Business Expo, in partnership with Hewett Recruitment, is scheduled to take place on 10 October, with over 150...
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Welcome new Members!
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: appyepos LTD – Offer B2B and B2C Digital solutions including but not limited to websites epos, ecommerce, digital marketing, bespoke app creation, online ticketing and payment solutions. BARN (Bromsgrove and Redditch...
Welcome new Members!
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: appyepos LTD – Offer B2B and B2C Digital solutions including but not limited to websites epos, ecommerce, digital marketing, bespoke app creation, online ticketing and payment solutions. BARN (Bromsgrove and Redditch...
Policy News
Businesses Feeling the Strain of Inflationary Pressures
Reacting to the latest inflation published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s data underlines the inflationary pressures in the economy right now and the real challenges businesses are...
Vacancies Still Falling As Wages Rise
Reacting to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “There are clear signs of a further loosening in the labour market with fewer vacancies, although they remain just...
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Charity News
Acorn’s Children’s Hospice will benefit from successful charity challenge
Professionals from the Worcester office of a leading property consultancy have helped raise more than £25,000 for charity as part of an epic fundraising relay – with 11 weeks of the challenge still to go. Fisher German is marking its 25th anniversary with its ‘Big25’...
Fuel the Journey, Power the Care: St Michael’s Hospice to launch four-day fundraising appeal to support nursing teams on the road
St Michael’s Hospice is launching a four-day fundraising campaign to support its nursing teams out on the road. ‘Fuel the Journey, Power the Care’ begins this Friday (8th) with the aim of raising £43,250 towards fuelling, leasing and insuring the fleet of Hospice at...
Trade Support Gap Leaves Firms Flying Solo
Zero percent of surveyed UK exporters say they have “comprehensive support” from government to manage trade policy changes, according to new research by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in partnership with global standards organisation GS1 UK. The BCC’s...
BCC News
Trade Support Gap Leaves Firms Flying Solo
Zero percent of surveyed UK exporters say they have “comprehensive support” from government to manage trade policy changes, according to new research by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in partnership with global standards organisation GS1 UK. The BCC’s...
Worcestershire News
Ballards LLP’s New Elmley House: A Showcase of Collaboration
Worcestershire’s renowned accountancy firm, Ballards LLP, has recently unveiled their new office, Elmley House, located at the Oakmoore Court site. This architectural accomplishment is the result of a collaboration between three companies: Ballards LLP,...
Oak House Workspace: West Worcester’s Co-working Space is Open for you!
St John’s first co-working space opened in April 2023 and is already welcoming members from Worcestershire’s small business community. They joined the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce in January 2024. Oak House Workspace is a 2,200 square-foot...
Herefordshire News
Marches LEP drives region’s transport agenda
The Marches Local Enterprise Partnership has brought together Government and regional specialists for a three-day fact-finding tour to drive the region’s transport improvements. Officials from the LEP, the Department for Transport, the Department for Business...
FUTURE FOCUSED QUARTERLY BUSINESS PLANNING SUMMIT
Join RWC in their upcoming Business Summit event. Here’s what to expect: Dive Deep into Business Strategy: Gain clarity on your vision, goals, and the precise steps needed to achieve them. Optimise Your Time & Resources: Learn effective time management techniques,...
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SUTCLIFFE & CO WINNERS OF A ‘COMMITMENT TO THE COMMUNITY’ AWARD
Worcester based Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers is celebrating winning a Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Award for ‘Commitment to the Community’, having worked closely with charities, businesses and the public, as headline sponsors...
Hereford FC and Worcester City announce fixture which will support St Michael’s and St Richard’s Hospices
The two clubs will meet at the M&M Edgar Street Stadium on Tuesday, 21st July Hereford FC and Worcester City have announced they will renew rivalries this summer – whilst raising vital funds for charity. The two clubs will meet at the M&M Edgar Street Stadium...
Severn Valley Railway insurers shortlisted for top award
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has welcomed news that its loss adjusters for one of its major claims, Crawford & Company, have been shortlisted for a prestigious British Insurance Award in recognition of their work following the devastating Mor Brook landslip in...
From Agricultural Roots to Renewable Energy Leader: Alt-Group Unveils New Brand Identity
As businesses across the UK face rising energy costs, increasing sustainability requirements and growing pressure to decarbonise, the need for trusted renewable energy partners has never been greater. Earlier this year, Alt unveiled a new brand identity to better...
Four Wyevale Nurseries staff celebrate 130 years of service between them
FOUR colleagues from Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford have been recognised for their long service after collectively achieving 130 years of employment at the UK’s award-winning commercial grower between them (June 2026). James Mattock, who has notched-up 40 years’...
KEMP Hospice Calls on Community to Help Light Up New Moonlight Walk
KEMP Hospice is asking local businesses, community groups and residents to help bring its brand-new Moonlight Walk to life by donating battery-powered lights and decorations. Taking place on Friday 31st July 2026, the Moonlight Walk will be a magical evening walk...
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