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From Day One to Distinction: Ben’s Apprenticeship Journey

From Day One to Distinction: Ben’s Apprenticeship Journey

Just over a year ago, Ben joined the team here at B Smith Packaging as an apprentice — and he’s come a long way in a short space of time. We’re delighted to say he’s now completed his Customer Service apprenticeship with a distinction, which is the highest grade...

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From Day One to Distinction: Ben’s Apprenticeship Journey

Just over a year ago, Ben joined the team here at B Smith Packaging as an apprentice — and he’s come a long way in a short space of time. We’re delighted to say he’s now completed his Customer Service apprenticeship with a distinction, which is the highest grade...

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Member News

DOUBLE CHAMBER AWARD FINALISTS FOR SUTCLIFFE & CO

DOUBLE CHAMBER AWARD FINALISTS FOR SUTCLIFFE & CO

The Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has announced the finalists for this year’s Business Awards, with Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers shortlisted in two categories: Small Business of the Year and Commitment to the Community. This latest...

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Patron & Strategic News

New Head of People at Hoople Group

New Head of People at Hoople Group

Hoople Group is delighted to announce that Julie Bridgewater has been promoted to Head of People and joins the company’s Executive Management Team. Julie has over 20 years’ experience in HR, including investigation, complex casework, employee relations and developing...

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Chamber News

Welcome new Members!

Welcome new Members!

The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Barnsley Marshall Limited – Barnsley Marshall are structural and civil engineers with a well-diverse and experienced team in engineering, problem solving and customer service. Bee Lighting Ltd – Bee Lighting are...

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Chamber Business Awards 2024 – Finalists Announced!

Chamber Business Awards 2024 – Finalists Announced!

We are delighted to reveal the shortlisted finalists for the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2024! Sponsored by Herefordshire Council and Worcestershire County Council, the Awards celebrate firms across the two counties and are a...

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Bringing Workwear & Promotional Products to the Chamber!

Alfabet Corporatewear was formed a little under three years ago, and has gone from strength to strength in building our reputation as a leading supplier of Workwear, Uniform, PPE & Promotional goods in the Worcestershire area. Purely made up as a family run...

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Bringing Workwear & Promotional Products to the Chamber!

Bringing Workwear & Promotional Products to the Chamber!

Alfabet Corporatewear was formed a little under three years ago, and has gone from strength to strength in building our reputation as a leading supplier of Workwear, Uniform, PPE & Promotional goods in the Worcestershire area. Purely made up as a family run...

Policy News

National Insurance Contributions Holiday for Veterans

National Insurance Contributions Holiday for Veterans

Now that the dust has settled on the recent autumn budget announcement, and the implications of the increase in employer National Insurance contributions to 15% begins to dawn, especially for small businesses, how many of you are aware that there exists a National...

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Get ahead of changes – Autumn Budget Guide 2024

Get ahead of changes – Autumn Budget Guide 2024

Navigating the Autumn Budget: A Guide for Businesses The recent Autumn Budget has brought significant changes to the UK tax landscape. As a business owner, it’s crucial to understand how these changes may impact your operations and financial planning. Our...

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Skills News

Help to Grow your business – Digital

Help to Grow your business – Digital

Take your business to the next level with the government’s new Help to Grow programme. The programme will help small and medium sized businesses across the UK learn new skills, reach new customers and boost profits.

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Charity News

Shifting World Order Makes Supply Chain Security ‘Critical’

Shifting World Order Makes Supply Chain Security ‘Critical’

Responding to the launch of a Critical Minerals Strategy, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said: “If the UK is to keep its place at the table of the world’s biggest and most developed economies then it must diversify and improve its supply chain security. “Advanced...

BCC News

Shifting World Order Makes Supply Chain Security ‘Critical’

Responding to the launch of a Critical Minerals Strategy, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said: “If the UK is to keep its place at the table of the world’s biggest and most developed economies then it must diversify and improve its supply chain security. “Advanced...

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Welcome New Members | February

Welcome New Members | February

A warm welcome to our newest members who joined us throughout February: Advita Ortho UK Ltd – A medical technology and device company manufacturing and supplying innovative orthopedic implants and AI-enhanced surgical solutions. Elgar Energy Holdings Ltd –...

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Fresh Uncertainty As New 10 Per Cent Tariff Introduced

Fresh Uncertainty As New 10 Per Cent Tariff Introduced

Reacting to a new 10 per cent US Tariff being introduced overnight instead of the expected 15 per cent, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “While a new 10 per cent tariff rate, instead of the threatened 15 per cent, will provide some relief it shows...

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Wackadoo! Visit Bluey at the Severn Valley Railway this March

Wackadoo! Visit Bluey at the Severn Valley Railway this March

The Severn Valley Railway is all set for family fun in March, with appearances from the energetic and much-loved TV character Bluey on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 March. Families can take an exciting heritage train ride out to The Engine House, Highley, see Bluey and...

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A Fresh Take on AI: A Practical Approach to Modern Marketing

A Fresh Take on AI: A Practical Approach to Modern Marketing

AI is the business buzzword of 2026, but how do professionals feel about AI? There’s a growing sense of curiosity around what AI can do for us, but there’s also hesitation around its reliability and what happens when we become too dependent on the intelligence. As...

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