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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...
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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...
Member News
Record promotions support continued growth at HCR Law’s Hereford office
HCR Law’s Hereford office celebrated a record six promotions in April 2026, supporting continued growth and reflecting the firm’s ongoing commitment to developing local talent. The promotions form part of HCR Law’s biggest promotion round to date, with more than 100...
FZUK PROMOTES ROB YATES TO NATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGER
Redditch, UK- FAUN-Zoeller UK Ltd (FZUK) a market leader in waste collection vehicles and environmental technology, is proud to announce the promotion of Rob Yates to the position of National Business Manager. This appointment reflects Rob’s significant...
Patron & Strategic News
Acclaimed Author to Offer Rare Writing Session
An award-winning author will share the secrets behind her success in a free masterclass for budding writers and readers at The Hive. Liz Hyder, who is also a Writer in Residence at the University of Worcester, will speak about her books and the novel writing process...
Modern Work Experience at Specsavers M&D
Work experience at Specsavers Manufacturing & Distribution has evolved into a hands‑on and meaningful introduction to the world of work. Across Vision Labs, Lens Online, IGS and Kidderminster, students now gain real insight into how eyewear is produced,...
Chamber News
Learning on-the-go: EG People Development launches new eLearning offering
Malvern-based business EG People Development, led by Liz Gait, unveiled their new online learning platform at the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce’s recent Business Expo. EG People Development officially launched their eLearning programme at the...
CHAMBER NETWORK RESPONDS TO HS2 ANNOUNCEMENT
Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “Following recent speculation, businesses remained hopeful that the Prime Minister would listen to their calls to push on and deliver the long-term infrastructure this country needs. “This is disappointing news for...
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Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Herefordshire Calming Connections Ltd – Developing a positive mental health environment for the benefit of everyone Eight Three Eight – Search Engine Optimisation Packages, WordPress Training...
Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Herefordshire Calming Connections Ltd – Developing a positive mental health environment for the benefit of everyone Eight Three Eight – Search Engine Optimisation Packages, WordPress Training...
Policy News
Chamber’s Quarterly Economic Survey now open!
Our latest Quarterly Economic Survey is now open. Click here to take part. Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce represent the views of our members to national government, ensuring that the business case drives government policy. A great benefit of...
QES 4 Now Available!
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has released the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q4 2022, sponsored by the Worcestershire County Council’s Clean Growth team. Over 430 businesses in the two counties completed the survey, The research...
Skills News
Government Kickstart Scheme is live for businesses to apply
Today (02/09/2020) the government’s Kickstart scheme starts.
If you are an employer looking to create job placements for young people, check if you can apply for funding as part of the Kickstart Scheme.
Distinction awarded to Chamber Apprentice
Hannah Giles, Digital Marketing Apprentice for the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has today, qualified with Distinction in her apprenticeship qualification.
Hannah joined the Chamber in 2019, and with support and mentoring from the Chamber Marketing team, began her apprenticeship qualification in partnership with TDM.
Charity News
KEMP Hospice Celebrates 55 Years of Care and Support
Throughout 2024, Wyre Forest charity KEMP Hospice has been celebrating 55 years of providing care and support to those living with life-limiting illness and bereavement in the region. Originally formed in 1969, KEMP has gone on to become a dedicated Day Hospice...
ISO QSL Relaunches Award-Winning Bingo Box Challenge in Support of Worcester Foodbank
With the cost-of-living crisis deepening and an increasing number of individuals facing financial hardship, the need for support in our community has never been more pressing. Over the past year alone, foodbanks within the Trussell Trust network have distributed over...
Mayfield Report Can Help Renew UK’s Workforce
Responding to the publication of the ‘Keep Britain Working Review’ report, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “The workplace health crisis is damaging for individuals, employers and the economy. So, this report is...
BCC News
Mayfield Report Can Help Renew UK’s Workforce
Responding to the publication of the ‘Keep Britain Working Review’ report, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “The workplace health crisis is damaging for individuals, employers and the economy. So, this report is...
Worcestershire News
Mayor of Worcester to open Bizfest this November
Real World Consultancy (RWC) is excited to announce the first-ever BizFest, a business festival celebrating the very best of small and micro businesses. The event will take place on 23rd November 2023 at the Royal Porcelain Works in Worcester. BizFest will be opened...
Introducing Brusco Food Group to the Chamber
Brusco Food Group is delighted to have joined the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce membership. Brusco Food Group is a trusted supplier of food and beverage products and quality ingredients to manufacturers, food service and retail. The Group has...
Herefordshire News
NMITE Open Day – Saturday 25 March
Explore the NMITE Campus this weekend! We’ll be showcasing NMITE’s stand-out differences, as a UK breakthrough in university education, at our Blackfriars Campus in Hereford on Saturday 25th March 2023, 10.30am till 2pm and booking is open to all. Come and explore our...
Investing in Herefordshire County’s Roads
Herefordshire Council is continuing to invest in the county’s infrastructure, with 21 road resurfacing schemes being completed this spring. Working together with Balfour Beatty Living Places, the road resurfacing will help to improve and maintain the highway network...
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Leading Figures in Basketball Named University of Worcester Fellows
Two leading figures in the world of basketball will join the University of Worcester’s College of Fellows at this year’s March graduation ceremony. Mick Donovan MBE and Professor Alejandro Vaquera have both accepted prestigious Fellowships recognising their...
The Severn Valley Railway’s Spring Steam Gala promises a ‘Pug and Judy’ show
The Severn Valley Railway has unveiled two more visiting locomotives for its Spring Steam Gala, taking place from 16 to 19 April. The railway has confirmed that diminutive industrial favourite Port of Par Judy and Lancashire stalwart LMS ‘Pug’ 11243 will be joining...
Trade Accelerator To Transform Export Opportunities
A pioneering new project by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in partnership with NatWest and the British Chamber of Commerce in Singapore, is aiming to scale up UK exports. The 6-month pilot programme, the Singapore Life Sciences Trade Accelerator, will...
Domestic Abuse legislation put under the spotlight by Family law experts
A leading Family lawyer has questioned the effectiveness of new government legislation which is meant to further protect domestic abuse victims. The government recently announced its “Plan for Change” with an ambition to halve violence against women and girls over the...
Artist Unveils Cromwell-Inspired Textiles in Major Exhibition at The Hive
A decade-long journey of creativity, literature, and archival discovery will be unveiled at The Hive in Worcester, as textile artist Dr Lucie Bea Dutton presents a lecture and exhibition, inspired by Hilary Mantel’s Cromwell Trilogy. Dr Dutton has spent more than a...
Raising the Next Generation of Management Accountants
It’s been 8 years since JR Management Accountancy first started recruiting placement students from the University of Worcester. Since then, our small business has boomed in production and efficiency. We’ve hired 5 placement students following up to this point, and...
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