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NMITE CONSTRUCTION STUDENTS HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF SNODHILL CASTLE
Construction students from Hereford’s New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) worked alongside the Snodhill Castle Preservation Trust (SCPT) this month as part of an innovative project aimed at enhancing one of Herefordshire’s most...
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NMITE CONSTRUCTION STUDENTS HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF SNODHILL CASTLE
Construction students from Hereford’s New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) worked alongside the Snodhill Castle Preservation Trust (SCPT) this month as part of an innovative project aimed at enhancing one of Herefordshire’s most...
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Roxel UK Empowers Future Engineers in Return of Midlands Flying Start Challenge
A team of graduates and apprentices from Roxel UK had a brilliant time organising and facilitating the second year of the Midlands Flying Start Challenge (FSC), this year for pupils at St Barnabas CE First and Middle School in Worcestershire. Roxel’s dedicated team of...
Local Business Backs Young Footballers and KEMP Hospice with New Team Sponsorship.
Young footballers in the Wyre Forest are set to take to the pitch in brand-new kits this season thanks to the support of local business R Albert Accountancy Ltd – with KEMP Hospice proudly featured on the front of the shirts. The new kits will feature the KEMP...
Patron & Strategic News
University of Worcester to Host International Disability Sport Conference
A conference at the University of Worcester will see people from around the world come together to reimagine culture, health and wellbeing through disability sport. The two-day event will bring researchers, practitioners, advocates, and professionals from across the...
What Does Your Accent Say About You? Free Talk at The Hive
Experts in language and learning will explore how our accents tell the story of where we come from and who we’ve connected with in a free talk at The Hive in Worcester. The talk, on Wednesday 6 May, from 6-7pm, will explore how we relate to our own accents, and why...
Chamber News
Business Awards Entries Open Soon!
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards are back Thursday 13th June 2024, at University Arena, Worcester. Sponsored by Herefordshire Council and Worcestershire Council, the Awards will welcome over 700 guests from businesses across...
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Celebrates a Year of Success and Community Engagement
As the year draws to a close, the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce takes a moment to reflect on a year filled with impactful initiatives, growth, and community support. Serving as a constant pillar of business support across two counties, the...
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Championing Sustainability across Herefordshire and Worcestershire with the Green Business Network
The Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce warmly welcomes new Members, the Green Business Networking Group. With a shared commitment to environmental sustainability, this dedicated group of professionals is making remarkable strides in promoting green...
Championing Sustainability across Herefordshire and Worcestershire with the Green Business Network
The Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce warmly welcomes new Members, the Green Business Networking Group. With a shared commitment to environmental sustainability, this dedicated group of professionals is making remarkable strides in promoting green...
Policy News
COP28: An Overview
COP 28 refers to the United Nations Climate Change Conference, which took place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from 30 November until 12 December 2023. UN Climate Change conferences (or COPs) take place every year, and are the world’s only multilateral...
Firms Need A Clear Roadmap As Rates Are Held
Reacting to today’s interest rate decision by the Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses will be giving a cautious welcome to today’s decision by the Bank of England to hold the base rate at 5.25%. Constant hikes in...
Skills News
Join the businesses harnessing peer support to drive success in 2021
Are you an ambitious Worcestershire Company, looking for support in 2021 to help you and your business overcome the challenges created in 2020?
Pershore student wins national landscaping prize
A horticulture student from Pershore has won the national title of Best Landscape Student of the Year. Josh Reid was awarded the regional prize earlier this year and has now emerged from the BALI (British Association of Landscape Industries) National Landscape Awards...
Charity News
KEMP Hospice Joins National Campaign to Change Perceptions of Hospice Care
Wyre Forest’s KEMP Hospice is proud to be one of over 140 hospices taking part in the “This is Hospice Care” campaign, a national initiative facilitated by Hospice UK. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the vital role hospices play in communities, and to shift...
Take on the Snowdon Sunrise Challenge and Support your Local Hospitals Charity!
Join us for an unforgettable adventure this summer! On Saturday, 28th June 2025, Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity is hosting a Snowdon Sunrise Adventure—a magical moonlit hike to the summit of one of the UK’s tallest mountains. Imagine this: Reaching the peak of...
More Clouds Gathering Over Business Confidence
Confidence among firms has continued to weaken, with tax remaining the biggest concern, according to the UK’s largest business sentiment survey. The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Quarterly Economic Survey also found more businesses now expect to raise prices in...
BCC News
More Clouds Gathering Over Business Confidence
Confidence among firms has continued to weaken, with tax remaining the biggest concern, according to the UK’s largest business sentiment survey. The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Quarterly Economic Survey also found more businesses now expect to raise prices in...
Worcestershire News
The Iconic St Michael’s Hospice Santa Run has Sold-out
An iconic pre-Christmas sight is set to bring festive cheer to the streets of Hereford. St Michael’s Hospice has confirmed its ever-popular Santa Run, taking place on Sunday 17th December, has sold-out with around 300 signed up. All ages don Santa suits and choose...
Property Consultancy Supports Engineering Company to Double in Size
An engineering company is set to double in size after signing a lease on a new premises in Worcester. Sierra CP Engineering Ltd, which designs and builds world-class engine and vehicle test facilities, is set to move to Worcester Six Business Park in spring 2024 after...
Herefordshire News
Leominster and Hereford Fairs to return to the County’s streets this spring
Showmen and women from around the country will make their way to Leominster and Hereford for the well visited and popular Mayfairs. The streets come alive during each three-day festival as thousands flock into the town and city centre, including from other counties,...
Wild Edric Media working with Sky TV
Herefordshire based video production agency Wild Edric Media announce their further expansion into creating TV adverts for small to medium businesses to promote their products and services. The company are working with AdSmart from Sky, which offers audience-targeted...
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March – Herefordshire Area Council Meeting Notes
Construction Sector: Recent data from the S&P Global UK Construction PMI highlights a difficult start to 2026 for the industry, with the index falling to 44.5 in February, well below the 50 mark that signals contraction, driven by weak demand, fewer new projects,...
University of Worcester Netball Crowned National Trophy Champions
The University of Worcester’s Netball team is celebrating a landmark achievement, after winning their National Trophy Final and securing their place as champions. Their victory marks an extraordinary moment for the squad, who reached the final for the first time in a...
True Crime Talks at The Hive to Uncover Worcestershire’s Most Intriguing Historic Cases
A new series of true crime talks at The Hive will shine a light on some of Worcestershire’s most fascinating, and often overlooked, historic cases, using real evidence preserved in the county’s archive collections. The first talk, now sold out, focusses on the famous...
Ross-on-Wye Enterprise Park launched to support business growth and investment in Herefordshire
A major new employment site designed to support business growth and attract investment to the county has been officially launched. Ross-on-Wye Enterprise Park was launched at a meeting of the Herefordshire High Growth Business Forum on 25 March, bringing together...
Severn Valley Railway honoured for resilience at Worcestershire tourism awards
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has been recognised with a special honour for outstanding resilience at the Visit Worcestershire 2025/26 Awards for Tourism. Judges created the award to shine a light on a business that has demonstrated exceptional strength,...
Are You Being Watched? Expert Lifts the Lid on Modern Surveillance and How it Shapes our Behaviour
A free public talk at The Hive will examine the way our lives are being recorded, tracked, and analysed, from the moment we unlock our phones to the photos we share online; often without us realising it. The free talk on surveillance society will be delivered by Dr...
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