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Fears Over Low Value Imports Reform
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has warned that removing the UK’s tariff exemption for low value imports could risk pushing up prices, harming small businesses and reducing trade intensity. The government is considering the move after the US removed its ‘de...
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Fears Over Low Value Imports Reform
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has warned that removing the UK’s tariff exemption for low value imports could risk pushing up prices, harming small businesses and reducing trade intensity. The government is considering the move after the US removed its ‘de...
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Severn Valley Railway to progress its restructure plans
The Severn Valley Railway has confirmed its intention to progress with ‘One Railway’, the radical organisational restructure that it announced in December 2024. This follows a period of intensive consultation with shareholders of the train operating company, Severn...
Exhibition at Medical School to Explore Sustainability in PPE
Sustainable personal protective equipment (PPE) in the health service will be the focus of a public lecture and exhibition at Worcester’s new medical school. The exhibition is a showcase of Arts and Humanities Research Council funded research into the development of a...
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Family lawyer calls on couples to protect finances following legal rejection
A leading family lawyer has urged unmarried couples who live together to carefully protect their finances in case of separation, after a Whitehall rejection to reform cohabitation laws. Rupinder Nandra, a partner at Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors, has issued...
University of Worcester Expert Contributes to New National Guidance on Making Public Buildings Accessible for All
An expert at the University of Worcester says she is proud to have been involved in the production of the UK’s first national guidance for building designers and planners to consider accessibility for a neurodiverse population. The British Standards Institution has...
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BCC comments on no-deal tariff plans
Commenting on the announcement of changes to tariffs in the event of a no-deal Brexit, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “If the tariffs announced today were to come into effect, there would be winners and losers...
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BCC comments on no-deal tariff plans
Commenting on the announcement of changes to tariffs in the event of a no-deal Brexit, Dr Adam Marshall, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said: “If the tariffs announced today were to come into effect, there would be winners and losers...
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Parents invited to open evening at Little Trinity Nursery
Parents of children aged 2-years and up are invited to meet staff and find out more about Kidderminster’s Little Trinity Nursery on Tuesday 8 October between 5:30-7.00pm. Manager, Gaynor Carter, said: “We’re delighted to be inviting families to join us for our open...
From ISO Specialist to Hospice Helpers
ISO Quality Services Ltd have been known for their charity campaigns over the years, in particular with the Midlands Air Ambulance and Worcester Foodbank. For their next campaign however, they decided to try something a little different. The ISO Specialists based in...
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GA names industry expert, David Watkins, Chairman of the Board
With nearly four decades of galvanizing industry experience, Galvanizers Association decides David Watkins, the current Managing Director of Hereford Galvanizers, has the vision to lead their membership through the current economic environment and help position...
Herefordshire businesses make forces pledge at jobs fair
A pledge to support service veterans as they make their way in civilian life was signed by a host of employers at a jobs fair in Hereford. Seven businesses signed the Armed Forces Covenant during the jobs fair at The Green Dragon Hotel, which was hosted by supported...
Top tips to help your business use less energy this Autumn
With energy bills in the news, businesses of all sizes are keeping a close eye on how much they’re using day to day. We know that small business owners are working flat out to keep their business running and might not think they have the time – or brain space...
Business Resilience – Take Steps To Increase Yours With The Cyber Quarter!
The Cyber Quarter is hosting a business resilience programme, to demonstrate how you can use cyber security to strengthen your business resilience and profitability, part funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). An interactive networking session is...
New space saving sheds ideal for the smaller garden
The Posh Shed Company has launched a new range specifically designed for homes where garden space is limited. The ‘Back To The Wall’ range is purpose designed for smaller gardens, backyards or courtyard areas with perimeter fencing. The sheds are effectively half the...
Action needed as more SME exporters report falling sales
A survey of more than 2,200 UK SME exporters has revealed a worrying decline in export growth following five consecutive quarters of flat activity. More SME exporters are now reporting falling overseas sales (28%) than are reporting an increase (22%). The BCC’s...
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