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Local Businesses Raise Over £4,000 at Festive Event Supporting Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust
Ballards LLP and Four Squared Recruitment continued their charitable partnership with a successful ‘Jingle and Mingle’ event hosted at Piston Gin Distillery following their charity run initiative last month. The festive gathering attracted over 50 guests...
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Local Businesses Raise Over £4,000 at Festive Event Supporting Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust
Ballards LLP and Four Squared Recruitment continued their charitable partnership with a successful ‘Jingle and Mingle’ event hosted at Piston Gin Distillery following their charity run initiative last month. The festive gathering attracted over 50 guests...
Member News
New College Worcester Ofsted Good or Outstanding in all Categories!
Following an eagerly anticipated visit from Ofsted to inspect our Education provision at New College Worcester we are absolutely delighted that NCW was recognised to be Outstanding or Good in all five categories! The judgements were as follows: The quality of...
Local Business Owner’s Help for Ukraine
When the Russians invaded Ukraine in February 2022, most people looked on in horror at scenes reminiscent of the Second World War. As millions fled from Putin’s armies, Sue Johns decided to use her business contacts and experience to try and get some of them to the...
Patron & Strategic News
Skills Minister Visits University to Talk Teaching, Politics and Life Lessons
Skills Minister Jacqui Smith has spoken about how her training as a teacher at the University of Worcester helped to shape her future, including her role as the first woman to serve as Home Secretary. Appearing on an episode of the University’s Early Career Teacher...
Knights Reveals Plans for Grade A Office in Worcestershire – Follows Purchase of Historic Firm this Year
Legal services group Knights has revealed plans for a new Grade A office in Worcestershire following its arrival to the area earlier this year with the acquisition of a law firm which dates back to 1876. In May 2025, the business will move to One Kings Court in...
Chamber News
Autumn Budget 2024: Key Points
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered Labour’s first Budget since 2010, after the party’s return to power in July’s general election. Here are some key points to take away from the Autumn Budget. Personal Tax and benefits The Minimum wage for adults over 21 is set to...
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Release the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q3 2024
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has released the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q3 2024, supported by Worcestershire County Council. The Quarterly Economic Survey is a comprehensive analysis of economic data collected from a diverse range...
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Welcome New Members
Our warmest welcome to our newest members: Acquis Media Ltd – Production and Support Services Brown & Brown – Brown & Brown brokers provide a personal, local and specialised service backed by the market strength and capabilities of a leading global...
Welcome New Members
Our warmest welcome to our newest members: Acquis Media Ltd – Production and Support Services Brown & Brown – Brown & Brown brokers provide a personal, local and specialised service backed by the market strength and capabilities of a leading global...
Policy News
What would you ask your Local MP?
As a result of the General Election in July, many of the local constituencies have elected a new member of parliament and many residents have not yet had the chance to speak with their MP. Therefore, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce want to give...
Improve your Staff Recruitment and Retention with the Salary & Benefits 2024/25 Survey, in Partnership with Hewett Recruitment
Businesses are currently operating in an incredibly tight labour market and are doing their best to survive amongst the cost of doing business crisis due to spiralling energy costs. The competitive labour market is impacting businesses ability to invest and grow. The...
Skills News
OSPREY APPROACH LAUNCHES SECOND WEBINAR SERIES
Independent legal software provider Osprey Approach is delighted to announce the launch of its second webinar series, which aims to help SME law firms establish good business habits for long term success. Following positive feedback for Osprey’s first webinar series,...
Ballards LLP Business Services Team Ignites Innovation and Adventure
Ballards LLP, a leading professional services firm, today organised a collaborative session at Eastnor Castle, delivering a transformative experience for their Business Services team. Against the backdrop of 5000 acres of Herefordshire countryside, the event focused...
Charity News
Lights of Love to shine across Worcestershire
Hundreds of twinkling lights will be lit in memory and celebration of loved ones this festive season, in the annual St Richard’s Hospice Lights of Love campaign. There will be two moving and uplifting St Richard’s Lights of Love services at Worcester Cathedral at...
Prestigious Award Win for KEMP Hospice Fundraiser
Jayne Sargeant, Head of Fundraising and Communications at KEMP Hospice has been chosen as Fundraiser of the Year 2024 at the Institute of Fundraising (IOF) West Midlands Conference. The award, sponsored by Charity People, was presented during a prestigious ceremony...
Tough Budget For Business
Reacting to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “This is a tough budget for business to swallow but the Chancellor has looked to ease the pain by holding out a promise of better days ahead. “While some protection...
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Tough Budget For Business
Reacting to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “This is a tough budget for business to swallow but the Chancellor has looked to ease the pain by holding out a promise of better days ahead. “While some protection...
Worcestershire News
Half-term Adventure Awaits at the Severn Valley Railway
Families can be sure of a warm welcome and an exciting day out at the Severn Valley Railway during the autumn half-term break. The heritage line is open for nine consecutive days of fun, from Saturday 26 October to Sunday 3 November. Hop on board a heritage diesel or...
Do you dare to ride the SVR’s Ghost Train?
The Severn Valley Railway’s famous Ghost and Scream Trains will be setting forth into the night towards the end of the half-term holiday, when it will be time to celebrate Halloween. Thrills and spills await those who are brave enough to ride the special services on...
Herefordshire News
Rotherwood Healthcare Launches Pioneering Wellness Programme to Enhance Resident Well-Being
Rotherwood Healthcare, an award-winning healthcare provider, is excited to announce the official launch of its Rotherwood Wellness Programme, a pioneering initiative designed to enhance the health and well-being of residents across its care homes. This...
Rotherwood Care Homes Celebrate Harvest Festival with Charity and Donations
Herefordshire-based nursing homes, Kington Court, Lynhales Hall and Hampton Grange & Gwen Walford recently celebrated their Harvest Festival event, showcasing the spirit community, charity, and gratitude. Each home hosted a MacMillan Coffee Morning, raising vital...
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Hereford Care Homes Launch Fundraising Campaign to Support Midlands Air Ambulance Charity
For press enquiries, contact: [email protected] 01509 275891 (ext. 120) For Immediate Release [11/12/2024] Hereford Care Homes Launch Fundraising Campaign to Support Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Hampton Grange and Gwen Walford Nursing Homes, two...
ABE Ledbury Reports Increasing Demand for Groupage Services
A growing need among local businesses for smaller, more frequent deliveries to their customers has led to a rise in demand for groupage services, according to the boss of local transport firm ABE Ledbury. Managing Director Clive Brooks said more businesses were...
Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence: A Milestone for Superclean(UK)
A Legacy of Cleanliness and Trust Founded in 1999, Graham, started as a small family-owned business with a clear mission, to provide professional cleaning services to local businesses. With a commitment to excellence we quickly gained a reputation for reliability,...
Skills Minister Visits University to Talk Teaching, Politics and Life Lessons
Skills Minister Jacqui Smith has spoken about how her training as a teacher at the University of Worcester helped to shape her future, including her role as the first woman to serve as Home Secretary. Appearing on an episode of the University’s Early Career Teacher...
Knights Reveals Plans for Grade A Office in Worcestershire – Follows Purchase of Historic Firm this Year
Legal services group Knights has revealed plans for a new Grade A office in Worcestershire following its arrival to the area earlier this year with the acquisition of a law firm which dates back to 1876. In May 2025, the business will move to One Kings Court in...
Medical Students Host Free Event to Discuss Palliative Care and CPR
Medical and Paramedic students at the University of Worcester are inviting the community to a free pre-Christmas event designed to encourage open conversations around palliative care and CPR. “Show a Little Respect”, taking place on Monday 16th December, will offer an...
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