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NMITE in partnership agreement with BAE Systems

NMITE in partnership agreement with BAE Systems

NMITE and BAE Systems Digital Intelligence to share skills, knowledge and talent NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with BAE Systems’ Digital Intelligence division, signalling a commitment to work...

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Increased Export Volatility Ahead Of Tariffs

Increased Export Volatility Ahead Of Tariffs

Only a fifth (21%) of SME exporters saw increased overseas sales in Q1 of 2025 More than a quarter (27%) said their exports had declined with over half (53%) seeing no change Advanced orders fared no better, as 20% saw these rise while 28% reported a decline The Trade...

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Women In Business Network Joins H&W CoC!

What is WIBN? WIBN membership is for business women who own SME businesses, are self-employed or work as professional service providers for small businesses. WIBN’s purpose is to create communities of business women who build strong business relationships. Members...

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Women In Business Network Joins H&W CoC!

Women In Business Network Joins H&W CoC!

What is WIBN? WIBN membership is for business women who own SME businesses, are self-employed or work as professional service providers for small businesses. WIBN’s purpose is to create communities of business women who build strong business relationships. Members...

Policy News

Government Spending Must Help Economy Grow 

Government Spending Must Help Economy Grow 

The BCC is urging Government to help business boom as it considers its future spending plans. As the Comprehensive Spending Review looms this Wednesday it has set out the key asks that business believe can help grow the economy. These include: Get Britain Thriving...

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UK Spared New US Tariffs

UK Spared New US Tariffs

Responding to confirmation that new US tariffs on steel and aluminium should not affect UK exports, William Bain, the BCC’s Head of Trade Policy, said: “UK firms exporting steel or aluminium goods to the US will be relieved that tariffs will not double today. They now...

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US Tariff Relief For Automotives And Jet Engines

US Tariff Relief For Automotives And Jet Engines

Reacting to news that the US President has signed an Executive Order on the trade deal with the UK, William Bain, BCC Head of Trade Policy, said: “News that the trade deal with the US has been agreed on automotives and jet engines will be music to the ears of affected...

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US Tariff Relief For Automotives And Jet Engines

Reacting to news that the US President has signed an Executive Order on the trade deal with the UK, William Bain, BCC Head of Trade Policy, said: “News that the trade deal with the US has been agreed on automotives and jet engines will be music to the ears of affected...

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Worcestershire News

Severn Valley Railway helps local aid charity

Severn Valley Railway helps local aid charity

The Severn Valley Railway’s paint shop at Bridgnorth had an unusual visitor recently, in the form of a Mitsubishi 4×4 pickup. The SVR was assisting a local charity, Wyre Forest 2 Ukraine, with their efforts in sending humanitarian aid to Ukraine. The charity...

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NMITE in partnership agreement with BAE Systems

NMITE in partnership agreement with BAE Systems

NMITE and BAE Systems Digital Intelligence to share skills, knowledge and talent NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with BAE Systems’ Digital Intelligence division, signalling a commitment to work...

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Price Pressures Persist for Business

Price Pressures Persist for Business

Responding to the latest inflation data, published by the ONS this morning, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said:    “Inflation easing slightly to 3.4% in May was widely expected, but this elevated level remains a real concern for...

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Worcester Graduate Helping Schools to be Greener

Worcester Graduate Helping Schools to be Greener

Two decades after graduating, a former Worcester student is helping schools across England deliver on the Government’s ambition to embed sustainability into the national curriculum. Edd Moore, who graduated in 2005, has since led multiple schools to national and...

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