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Leading Anti-Poverty Author to Speak at Worcester’s Hive Library
One of the nation’s leading experts on poverty and its causes is to give a talk at Worcester’s Hive Library, after praising the landmark building in her latest book. In Impoverished: How to Fix Britain’s Poverty Problem, renowned author and film-maker Joanna Mack...
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Leading Anti-Poverty Author to Speak at Worcester’s Hive Library
One of the nation’s leading experts on poverty and its causes is to give a talk at Worcester’s Hive Library, after praising the landmark building in her latest book. In Impoverished: How to Fix Britain’s Poverty Problem, renowned author and film-maker Joanna Mack...
Member News
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
DOUBLE CHAMBER AWARD FINALISTS FOR SUTCLIFFE & CO
The Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has announced the finalists for this year’s Business Awards, with Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers shortlisted in two categories: Small Business of the Year and Commitment to the Community. This latest...
Fully Local Training Route Makes Teaching Possible for Career Changers in Herefordshire
For the first time ever, aspiring primary teachers in Herefordshire will be able to complete their teacher training with the University of Worcester without leaving the county. It’s thanks to an expanded partnership between the University and the Diocese of Hereford...
Chamber News
Welcome new Members
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Arkif Limited – Business Consultancy based in Malvern. Dewsall Court – A unique destination venue in the heart of Herefordshire used for weddings, gatherings and corporate events. Eventuelle...
Salary & Benefits Survey 2023/24
With many local businesses experiencing challenges trying to recruit locally, in order to maintain business growth. Addressing the local and regional skills gap remains one of the Chamber’s priorities as we continue to support businesses in the months ahead. According...
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Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Alentar UK Limited Alentar UK were founded in April 2020 to operate in delivering excellent business support, leaving our Customers stronger through the relationship both financially and through the...
Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Alentar UK Limited Alentar UK were founded in April 2020 to operate in delivering excellent business support, leaving our Customers stronger through the relationship both financially and through the...
Policy News
Herefordshire and Worcestershire to ‘Level Up’ with Government Funding Announced
Almost £40 million of funding from the government’s £2.1bn Levelling Up fund will be granted to projects in Herefordshire and Worcestershire, it was announced today (19 January 2023). Over 100 projects from across the UK have been awarded funding from Round 2 of the...
Chancellor places emphasis on stability and growth in his Autumn budget
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has delivered his much-anticipated Autumn Statement, with an emphasis on stability, growth, and public services. The tackling of inflation was key on the Chancellor’s agenda after it hit a 41-year high of 11.1%. Bringing down inflation will...
Skills News
WCG celebrates student success
Seven outstanding students from a leading college group in Warwickshire and Worcestershire have been honoured. The students have been recognised as Student of the Year for each of the individual colleges which are part of WCG (formerly Warwickshire College Group)....
College group selected to deliver three new T Level routes
A leading college group which operates across Warwickshire and Worcestershire has been selected to offer three new T Level routes. WCG (formerly Warwickshire College Group) will be delivering the Health and Science, Engineering and Manufacturing, and Construction...
Charity News
Prestigious Award Win for KEMP Hospice Fundraiser
Jayne Sargeant, Head of Fundraising and Communications at KEMP Hospice has been chosen as Fundraiser of the Year 2024 at the Institute of Fundraising (IOF) West Midlands Conference. The award, sponsored by Charity People, was presented during a prestigious ceremony...
Local Businesses Raise Over £3,000 for Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust
Worcester-based accountancy firm Ballards LLP and Four Squared Recruitment have joined forces in an impressive fundraising campaign, raising over £3,000 to date for the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust. Through a series of challenging and creative events, employees...
Unlocking AI Potential: How the BCC AI Academy Is Helping Local Businesses Thrive
In an age where artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword, but a business imperative, the BCC AI Academy is proving to be a game-changer for regional organisations. This is not just theoretical training; it’s a practical, hands-on programme...
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Unlocking AI Potential: How the BCC AI Academy Is Helping Local Businesses Thrive
In an age where artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword, but a business imperative, the BCC AI Academy is proving to be a game-changer for regional organisations. This is not just theoretical training; it’s a practical, hands-on programme...
Worcestershire News
Garland Surgical Limited Join the Chamber
Garland Surgical Ltd was founded in early 2022, a collaboration between British-Maltese Entrepreneur Simon Mifsud, Netherlands based Health-Tech Venture Builder NLC and the inventing team from the University of Malta. Garland is dedicated to pioneering innovation in...
Chamber member supports award-winning West Mercia Police VAWG campaign
Chamber member Ruby Edwards of You Do Better is delighted to be a part of the award-winning Safer Streets project by West Mercia Police, that has been honoured with a prestigious Regional Award. CAPTION: L-R: Campaign Manager Ruby Edwards (You Do Better Ltd) with...
Herefordshire News
Wyevale Nurseries’ Perennial charity salvias ready for garden centres to order for summer
Garden Centres keen to support the horticultural industry charity Perennial can this month order two special salvias for delivery in the summer to help raise funds for the organisation (March 2023). Hereford-based Wyevale Nurseries says the new plants, which were...
Cosford finance event a must for Marches businesses, says champion
Businesses across the Marches cannot afford to miss out on a high-profile event which brings together a host of finance experts, a business champion says. Marches Local Enterprise Partnership access to finance champion Paul Kalinauckas says the free March 24 event at...
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Worcester Event Showcases Flexible Teacher Training That Fits Around Family and Work
Anyone who has ever thought teaching wasn’t possible because of family or work commitments can discover flexible, local ways to train at an event in Worcester next week. People considering a career change are invited to come along to The Hive on Monday, March 23, from...
Had a Baby in Worcestershire? Researchers Want Your Story
Historians at the University of Worcester are calling on mothers across Worcestershire to share their experiences of giving birth, as part of a major research project exploring how childbirth has changed in the region over the decades. The research is being undertaken...
Talbots Law Named Conveyancing Firm of the Year at the British Conveyancing Awards 2026
Employee-owned law firm Talbots Law has been named Conveyancing Firm of the Year – Midlands & Wales at the British Conveyancing Awards 2026, held in Manchester. The award recognises excellence in residential conveyancing and highlights the achievements of...
Berrys Strengthen Engineering Team
We are pleased to announce the continued growth of our engineering team with the appointment of Luke Rodgers as a Transport Planner. Luke brings his previous experience in transport and highways planning consultancy, having previously worked for practices in...
New Chair Elected by BCC Board
The board of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has unanimously elected Michael Hayman MBE DL as the new Chair of the organisation. Michael, who joined the BCC board in October last year, succeeds Sarah Howard MBE who has served as Chair for the last six and a...
Tariff Clouds Weigh on Exports as 2026 Begins
Commenting on the first trade data release of 2026 by the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Goods exports trade with the EU and the rest of the world, excluding the United States of...
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