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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
Celebrated Singer, Acclaimed Journalist, Historian and Sporting Stars to Receive University Honours Alongside Graduating Students
Celebrated singer-songwriter Toyah Willcox, acclaimed author and journalist Helen Lewis, internationally renowned historian Professor Dame Linda Colley, and sports stars Dawn Scott and Lark Atkin-Davies are among those who will be honoured by the University of...
Underwoods Confirms Sale of The Steel Centre
Underwoods Steel Stockholders & Fabrications has announced the successful completion of the sale of its long-standing Worcester premises, The Steel Centre, Wainwright Road, marking the next chapter in the company’s continued development. Following the sale,...
Patron & Strategic News
Promotions across Private Client and Family teams at SME Solicitors
At the beginning of April, SME Solicitors announced several leadership and role changes across the firm. Amanda Piper has become Head of Court of Protection, Probate & Trusts within the Private Client team. Amanda joined the firm in June 2021 and brings more than...
Growing Private Client and Residential Property teams at SME Solicitors
The SME Solicitors team has grown a lot in the last few months. We are thrilled to welcome Lauren Cerri, Sandie Hutchings, Kim Bradley and Jordan Oakes to the team. Lauren Cerri, Solicitor in our Private Client team, joined us in February this year having previously...
Chamber News
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce QES Report Q2 2024
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has released the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q2 2024, supported by Worcestershire County Council. The Quarterly Economic Survey is a comprehensive analysis of economic data collected from a diverse range...
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards Winners 2024!
Sponsored by Herefordshire Council and Worcestershire County Council, the Awards celebrate firms across the two counties and are a fantastic way to raise awareness of local business success. The Chamber would like to say a huge thank you to each and every business who...
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Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Areterra – Areterra’s aim is to support a growing number of people from the semi-rural area of Worcestershire, suffering from a variety of differing medical conditions including those with learning...
Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Areterra – Areterra’s aim is to support a growing number of people from the semi-rural area of Worcestershire, suffering from a variety of differing medical conditions including those with learning...
Policy News
National Insurance Creating ‘Powder Keg Of Costs’
82% of firms surveyed say the National Insurance (NI) rise will impact their business Most responding businesses say the increase in NI will impact recruitment (58%) and prices (54%) Over three quarters (79%) of businesses do not feel the government has properly...
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Release the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q4 2024
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has released the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q4 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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Charity News
ISO Quality Services Ltd Raises £6,800 for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity at Annual Golf Day
In celebration of their 25th anniversary, ISO Quality Services is proud to announce the success of their annual Charity Golf Day, which raised an impressive £6,800 in support of Midlands Air Ambulance Charity – a life saving emergency service they’ve proudly supported...
Wyre Forest law firm raises four-figure sum for local charity Mentor Link
A kind-hearted Wyre Forest law firm has donated almost £4,000 to local children’s charity Mentor Link. Partners and staff at Kidderminster law firm, mfg Solicitors, held a variety of fundraising events throughout the past year for the Stourport-on-Severn charity which...
Diplomatic Advisory Hub Offers Middle East Conflict Insight
Hundreds of businesses have gained unique geopolitical insight into the Middle East crisis, thanks to a joint initiative by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). The first event organised by the new...
BCC News
Diplomatic Advisory Hub Offers Middle East Conflict Insight
Hundreds of businesses have gained unique geopolitical insight into the Middle East crisis, thanks to a joint initiative by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). The first event organised by the new...
Worcestershire News
Academics at University of Worcester Part of Wheelchair Marathon Bid
Two sports lecturers at the University of Worcester are part of a team aiming to assist their wheelchair-bound friend and family member to complete this year’s London Marathon. Gareth Rees, who is paralysed from the neck down, will be pushed by four able bodied...
BIG Conversation Event Helps to Shape the Future of Worcestershire
The Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) held its flagship event, “Worcestershire: The BIG Conversation” on Friday 23rd February to start the conversation with businesses about the support needed moving forwards. The event, which was delivered in a hybrid...
Herefordshire News
NMITE is excited to announce its annual free Military to Business Showcase on Thursday 22nd June 2023
The New Model Institute for Technology & Engineering (NMITE) is excited to announce its annual free Military to Business Showcase on Thursday 22nd June, from 10am to 3pm, generously sponsored by Minerva Elite Performance. For the past four years, NMITE has worked...
Marches LEP gathers experts for Hereford business finance event
Leading experts in business finance will be sharing their knowledge at a special event in Hereford to help firms access vital funding to help them grow. The Marches Local Enterprise Partnership and its business support arm the Marches Growth Hub have teamed up with...
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‘Growth Delivery Test’ Can Turn Ambition into Action
The President of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is calling on policymakers to introduce a ‘growth delivery test’ to help businesses turn ambition into action. A major new report, co-authored by Andy Haldane, says the UK can break through its decades...
Next generation of leadership steps up at city firm
Worcester city-centre firm SME Solicitors is delighted to announce that partners Samantha Lloyd and Guy Salter are taking up new leadership roles. Samantha Lloyd, Head of Private Client and Partner since 2016, is becoming the firm’s new Managing Partner as of 1 April....
SME Solicitors chooses Sensory Matters Worcestershire as its charity for 2026
SME Solicitors has chosen Sensory Matters Worcestershire (formerly Sight Concern) as its chosen charity for 2026. Launched in October 2023, Sensory Matters Worcestershire provides information, advice and specialist support to people across Worcestershire living with...
Winners Revealed at the Chamber Business Awards 2026
The Chamber Business Awards 2026 brought together the very best of business from across Herefordshire and Worcestershire last night for a spectacular evening of celebration, recognition and global-inspired entertainment. Sponsored by Herefordshire Council and...
Building Confidence: HWGTA’s Apprentice Residential Success
The end of May saw HWGTA’s final apprentice residential of the year, supporting over 100 apprentices from engineering and commerce pathways across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. These residentials are a distinctive feature of our learner journey, offering...
Double cheers for SVR pubs as CAMRA honours King and Castle and Railwayman’s Arms
The Severn Valley Railway is celebrating a double success after both of its pubs received recognition in this year’s Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) pub of the year awards. The King and Castle in Kidderminster has been named Worcestershire CAMRA Pub of the Year and will...
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