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Lizzy Withers Promoted in New Role at ISO QSL

Lizzy Withers Promoted in New Role at ISO QSL

ISO Quality Services (ISO QSL) is delighted to announce the promotion of Lizzy Withers to the newly created position of Client Care Team Leader. Since joining ISO QSL in 2022, Lizzy has gained extensive knowledge of ISO certifications, having previously been appointed...

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Patron & Strategic News

Print Advertising is not dead yet!

Print Advertising is not dead yet!

‘Print is dead’ often echoes through marketing circles – even more so since digital became the predominant way to advertise – says Ruby Edwards, owner of Marketing Agency You Do Better Ltd. Ruby explains: “However, for businesses like client...

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Chamber News

Hereford & Worcester Army Cadet Force Host Charitable Event.

Hereford & Worcester Army Cadet Force Host Charitable Event.

On Thursday 5th December, the Hereford & Worcester Army Cadet Force hosted a charitable event at the Officers’ Mess at 214 Battery 104 Regiment. The event was attended by Cadets and Adults from the Gheluvelt Coy, His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant for Worcestershire,...

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Our Latest Member

Cloud Voice Solutions and Connectivity

LOQEX is a leading provider of unified communications solutions. Our extensive expertise in the telecommunications industry enables us to streamline the operations and enhance the customer service experience of businesses across the UK. We integrate our unified...

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Cloud Voice Solutions and Connectivity

Cloud Voice Solutions and Connectivity

LOQEX is a leading provider of unified communications solutions. Our extensive expertise in the telecommunications industry enables us to streamline the operations and enhance the customer service experience of businesses across the UK. We integrate our unified...

Policy News

Business Challenges: How the Chamber Supports your Business.

Business Challenges: How the Chamber Supports your Business.

Following the recent budget, businesses may encounter new challenges alongside ongoing pressures from the cost of living and energy crises. The Chamber provides support to help businesses grow and thrive. By conducting local research on key issues, from infrastructure...

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Skills News

The Power of People-First Leadership.

The Power of People-First Leadership.

Great businesses are both smart and healthy. You can invest in all of the technology, marketing, operational efficiencies you like, but the real measure of success is how willing your people are to engage in it. In fact, there is no shortage of smart leaders who know...

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Charity News

Dancing for a Cause: SJL Ball Raises Vital Funds for Acorns

Dancing for a Cause: SJL Ball Raises Vital Funds for Acorns

The annual SJL Foundation Charity Ball, held at the Bank House Hotel in Bransford,  Worcester, was a resounding success, raising an incredible £32,107 on the night. The event brought together over 170 guests from SJL Insurance’s extensive network of staff, clients,...

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Vacancies Still Falling As Wages Rise

Reacting to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “There are clear signs of a further loosening in the labour market with fewer vacancies, although they remain just...

BCC News

Vacancies Still Falling As Wages Rise

Reacting to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “There are clear signs of a further loosening in the labour market with fewer vacancies, although they remain just...

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Worcestershire News

Marking the start of Railway 200 at the Severn Valley Railway

Marking the start of Railway 200 at the Severn Valley Railway

Around 100 heritage railway volunteers from across the UK came together at the Severn Valley Railway on Sunday 5 January, to launch Railway 200, a celebration of the 200th anniversary of modern railways. Representatives from 15 UK heritage lines and locomotive owning...

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Worcester City Plan Consultation

Worcester City Plan Consultation

Residents, local businesses and other stakeholders are being asked for their views on a new plan that sets out the City Council’s ambitions for Worcester over the next five years. The draft City Plan 2025-2030 envisions Worcester as an ambitious, vibrant and welcoming...

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Herefordshire News

All Latest 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...

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Welcome to our New Members – March 2025

Welcome to our New Members – March 2025

Our warmest welcome to our new members – AJB Sports in Education – Sports Coaching company proudly working Pre Schools and Primary schools, running Girls Football, Childrens Birthday Parties and Childrens Holiday Camps in Worcester. With an innovative...

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