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Herefordshire Council making ‘strong progress’ on multi-million-pound programme to bolster transport links, active travel and safer routes for schools
Council confirms continuing progress across 10 schemes, with majority completing within 18 months Comes as Council invests £37 million in roads and highways improvements Renewed commitment to improving travel choices for residents, businesses and visitors...
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Herefordshire Council making ‘strong progress’ on multi-million-pound programme to bolster transport links, active travel and safer routes for schools
Council confirms continuing progress across 10 schemes, with majority completing within 18 months Comes as Council invests £37 million in roads and highways improvements Renewed commitment to improving travel choices for residents, businesses and visitors...
Member News
Worcester Creator with 5m Followers Reveals the Reality of YouTube Career
One of Worcester’s most successful digital creators, with more than 5 million followers worldwide, will reveal the reality behind life as a full-time Youtuber in a free public talk at The Hive. Terrarium creator Ben Newell will share how he turned his hobby into a...
“This has to stop” – Resilience coach Dr Lizzy Bernthal on toxic workplaces
Dr Lizzy Bernthal has led teams in extreme conditions across 18 countries, including Afghanistan, survived a landslide in Nepal, and extreme conditions on Mount Snowdon, but it was a much smaller moment that made her decide on her mission to end workplace toxicity....
Patron & Strategic News
Are Ageing Systems Holding Your Business Back?
Outdated IT systems can quietly create big challenges for businesses — from slowing productivity and increasing costs to exposing organisations to greater cyber risk. As technology evolves, keeping systems fit for purpose is no longer optional; it’s essential. As a...
DRPG expands film and content offering with acquisition of Liquona
Creative communications agency DRP Group has acquired south-east-based boutique production agency Liquona; a move designed to grow and strengthen the agency’s global film and animation offering while expanding its London and south-east presence through the newly...
Chamber News
Age UK Guildhall Christmas Bash
Guildhall Christmas Bash with Isy & Louis Join Isy, an exceptionally talented musician from New College Worcester, and the Mayor of Worcester, for a Christmas Bash! What to expect: The bash will feature multiple festive performances from Isy, as well as guided...
The Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce launch their new Members Events Calendar.
The Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has recently unveiled its latest Member Benefit: the ‘Members Events Calendar.’ Following discussions with our Members, the Chamber explored innovative ways to benefit both Members and businesses...
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Introducing Uncover Britain, who have recently joined Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
A website library of inspirational road trips throughout the United Kingdom. Founded and directed by Annah and Andrew Todman, this visionary company is dedicated to helping road trippers unearth the hidden treasures of Britain through immersive campervan and motorhome...
Introducing Uncover Britain, who have recently joined Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
A website library of inspirational road trips throughout the United Kingdom. Founded and directed by Annah and Andrew Todman, this visionary company is dedicated to helping road trippers unearth the hidden treasures of Britain through immersive campervan and motorhome...
Policy News
Inflation eases further but food prices remain high
Inflation fell below double digits for the first time since August this morning (24/05), according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Inflation was 8.7% in April, down from 10.1% the previous month. However, despite the improvement, the figure is above the...
Unfilled Jobs Still Holding Back Economy
Reacting to the latest ONS Labour Market data issued today, BCC Head of People Policy, Jane Gratton, said: “Skills shortages and unfilled job vacancies are the stark reality for many businesses across all sectors and regions. “We still have more than a million job...
Skills News
Skills Support For The Workforce In Worcestershire – Funded Leadership & Management Training To Help Your Business Progress
Skills Support for the Workforce in Worcestershire – Funded Leadership & Management Training to Help your Business Progress Skills Support for the Workforce (SSW) is a programme developed to upskill employees in Leadership & Management, within small and...
Serco – Skills Support For The Workforce
Skills Support for the Workforce in Worcestershire – Funded Training to Help your Construction Business Progress Skills Support for the Workforce (SSW) is a programme developed to upskill employees within small and medium-sized businesses in the construction industry...
Charity News
Dom Joly discusses The Conspiracy Tour which comes to The Courtyard on Wednesday 30 October, 7.30pm
Tell me what can audiences expect from The Conspiracy Tour ? It’s a companion to my latest travel book- The Conspiracy Tourist in which I travelled the globe again looking into the strange world of the Conspiracy Theorist. I will take the audience through a range of...
KEMP Hospice Launches Annual Santa Fun Run at Brinton Park
KEMP Hospice is thrilled to announce the return of its much-loved Santa Fun Run event, taking place at Brinton Park on Sunday 1st December 2024. This annual festive fundraiser invites people of all ages to don their Santa suits, get active, and spread festive cheer...
Small Firms Need More Help to Unlock Trade Opportunities
New data from the British Chambers of Commerce Insights Unit, published at the start of International Trade Week, shows a widening divide between the fortunes of different sized UK exporters. The Trade Confidence Outlook results underline the need for urgent...
BCC News
Small Firms Need More Help to Unlock Trade Opportunities
New data from the British Chambers of Commerce Insights Unit, published at the start of International Trade Week, shows a widening divide between the fortunes of different sized UK exporters. The Trade Confidence Outlook results underline the need for urgent...
Worcestershire News
A warm welcome to Holistic HR who have joined the chamber
Holistic HR – Independant HR services, focusing on running bullying and banter workshops, as well as other training sessions related to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We also support businesses with their HR needs on a retainer basis, or for ad-hoc projects....
Marches LEP’s Record of Success Detailed in New Annual Report
The Marches Local Enterprise Partnership today published its annual report – detailing the key successes the organisation has helped drive over the last 12 months. The LEP – which covers Herefordshire, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin – says it has continued to...
Herefordshire News
The Courtyard’s ‘Beauty and the Beast’ wins Best Director in UK Pantomime Awards
The Courtyard team are delighted to announce that Estelle van Warmelo has won Best Director for Beauty and the Beast in the UK Pantomime Association’s Pantomime Awards 2023. Beauty and the Beast was nominated for two awards this year: Best Script (Lyndsay Maples) and...
Ever thought of applying for a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise?
Join HM Lord-Lieutenant of Herefordshire, Edward Harley OBE, at the launch of King’s Awards for Enterprise 2024. The event on Thursday 18th May 2023, at the Skylon Park’s Shell Store will start at 5.00 pm for 5.30pm until 7pm, and is free to attend and open to...
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Leading Scholars to Share Cutting-Edge Ideas in Worcester Public Lectures
A new series of public lectures will bring leading academic experts to Worcester, offering fresh perspectives on some of the most fascinating questions in their fields. Launching in February, The Engine Room series, hosted by the University of Worcester, will invite...
Steam swap: ‘Manor’ and ‘Dukedog’ in a cross-UK exchange
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) and the Vale of Rheidol Railway are delighted to announce an exciting two-year locomotive exchange that will bring two iconic steam engines to fresh audiences in new locations. From Spring 2026, the SVR’s beloved GWR 7819 Hinton Manor,...
Recruitment firm adds expertise to new Finance and HR division
A leading recruitment firm has expanded its recently launched Finance and HR division with the appointment of a specialist recruitment consultant. Pineapple Recruitment has appointed expert recruiter Lauren McGorrigan to the new consultant role. With over 10 years’...
Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust response to Government’s 10-Year Cancer Plan
The Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust warmly welcomes the publication of the Government’s 10-Year Cancer Plan, and we are particularly encouraged to see a dedicated section focusing on children and young people. This represents a significant and long-overdue step...
EU Reset Must Reverse Trade Slump
In new survey data, the percentage of businesses reporting increased export orders has fallen to 21% in Q4 2025, compared with 31% in Q2 2018 A further 50% report no change, while 28% report a decrease Smaller and medium sized businesses have been hit much harder than...
Kidderminster hotel lands gold for sustainability successes
A boutique Kidderminster hotel has earned gold recognition after a string of sustainability successes. The 4 AA Red Star Brockencote Hall Hotel has been recognised by Green Tourism – a world-leading certification that has been assessing travel, tourism and hospitality...
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