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Walking, Air, and Creative Thought to be Explored in Engine Room Talk at The Hive
A free talk at The Hive will invite audiences to think about one of the most ordinary aspects of everyday life; walking, and the invisible medium that surrounds us; air. In the latest instalment of the Engine Room lecture series by the University of Worcester, Dr Will...
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Walking, Air, and Creative Thought to be Explored in Engine Room Talk at The Hive
A free talk at The Hive will invite audiences to think about one of the most ordinary aspects of everyday life; walking, and the invisible medium that surrounds us; air. In the latest instalment of the Engine Room lecture series by the University of Worcester, Dr Will...
Member News
Raise the Roof campaign launched to complete the SVR’s Kidderminster Town station
The Severn Valley Railway Charitable Trust has launched a major new fundraising appeal to raise £1 million for the construction of a heritage platform canopy at Kidderminster Town station. The Raise the Roof campaign will help complete the original vision for the...
Crash Simulation Puts Worcester Students at the Heart of Emergency Response
Students from across the University of Worcester took part in a large-scale emergency simulation in the city, working alongside frontline blue light services to respond to a staged multi-vehicle collision. Policing, Medical and Paramedic Science students were involved...
Patron & Strategic News
Strengthening Contract Recruitment at Hewett: Introducing Amy Pattison:
Amy Pattison joined Hewett Recruitment last year to lead the Contract Recruitment offering across IT and Engineering, bringing a fresh and highly experienced perspective to this growing area of the business. While contract recruitment has not historically been a core...
Growing law firm celebrates five newly qualified solicitors
Five up and coming solicitors are celebrating after successfully completing their training contracts with one of the region’s fastest growing law firms. Rachel Pick, Oscar McCracken, Lauren Collins, Emily Stancer and Sara Southall have now qualified as solicitors...
Chamber News
Chamber Business Awards 2026 – Finalists Announced
We are delighted to announce the outstanding businesses and organisations shortlisted as finalists for the Chamber Business Awards 2026. Sponsored by Herefordshire Council and Worcestershire County Council, the Awards celebrate firms across the two counties and are a...
Former England Rugby Star to Host Chamber Networking Dinner
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce an exclusive networking dinner featuring former England rugby union star, Simon Shaw MBE. Held on 30 April 2026 at the elegant Hogarths Stone Manor Hotel in Kidderminster, this evening...
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Welcome New Members | November
Warm welcome to our newest Members who joined throughout November Lucy Labels – A sticker and labelling business offering custom labels. Barclays Greater Birmingham and The Three Counties Corporate – Barclays’ regional corporate banking services for businesses....
Welcome New Members | November
Warm welcome to our newest Members who joined throughout November Lucy Labels – A sticker and labelling business offering custom labels. Barclays Greater Birmingham and The Three Counties Corporate – Barclays’ regional corporate banking services for businesses....
Policy News
Calm Before The Inflation Storm
Responding to the latest inflation data, published this morning by the Office for National Statistics, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “For businesses across the UK, today’s inflation data represents the calm before the...
BCC Economic Forecast: Global Turmoil to Hit Growth and Push Up Inflation
The latest British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) economic forecast suggests slow growth in 2026, higher inflation due to the Middle East crisis, and rising unemployment as the labour market softens. The BCC forecast is the first economic assessment by a business...
Skills News
Unlock HR Success: Expert-Led Workshops for Worcestershire Organisations
Worcestershire businesses are being offered valuable support through a new series of events focused on key HR topics. This support is designed to enhance the workforce and help organisations thrive. In today’s fast-changing landscape, many businesses are navigating...
The Development Manager – Worcestershire’s Leading Tech and Digital Apprenticeship Provider
TDM, based in Worcestershire, provides tech and digital Apprenticeships across England. At TDM, we offer Apprenticeship programmes from Level 3 to Degree levels and run tailored 12-week Skills Bootcamp programmes. Apprenticeship funding is accessible to individuals at...
Charity News
Local Charity launches entrepreneurial fundraising challenge during Mental Health Awareness Week this May
West Midlands-based mental health charity Kaleidoscope Plus Group has launched a new fundraising initiative, inviting individuals, schools and businesses to turn just £5 into vital support for its mental health services across the Midlands. The Fiver to Thrive...
Why I’m taking on The King’s Trust Challenge
Why I’m taking on The Kings Trust CEO Challenge “I didn’t think I was good at anything… now I know I just needed a chance.” That’s the voice of a young person whose life has been changed through The King’s Trust. One of many who have moved from uncertainty to...
Smaller Exporters Struggling To Make Headway
The proportion of businesses reporting increased export orders sits at 25% in Q1 2026, compared with 31% in Q2 2018 There is a big split relating to the size of the business, with 23% of SMEs reporting increased orders, compared to 38% of larger firms....
BCC News
Smaller Exporters Struggling To Make Headway
The proportion of businesses reporting increased export orders sits at 25% in Q1 2026, compared with 31% in Q2 2018 There is a big split relating to the size of the business, with 23% of SMEs reporting increased orders, compared to 38% of larger firms....
Worcestershire News
First stop: Severn Valley Railway, for the Railway 200 exhibition train
Railway 200’s travelling exhibition train arrived in style at the Severn Valley Railway today [Friday 27 June] for the very first leg of its UK-wide tour. The specially commissioned Inspiration train arrived at Kidderminster Town station, sporting its one-off livery,...
Shape Worcestershire: Help Shape the Future of Local Councils
A major consultation is underway to decide how Worcestershire’s local government could be reshaped. Shape Worcestershire invites all residents to share their views on how council services should be delivered in the future. What’s Changing? Currently, Worcestershire...
Herefordshire News
Hereford Military History Festival Honours Herefordshire History with Network of Local Partners and Community Support
HEREFORD, 19th August 2025 — The inaugural Hereford Military History Festival 2025 is a highly ambitious new addition to the UK’s cultural calendar, which aims to support the city’s local community, celebrate its culture and heritage, and honour its rich military...
McPhillips wins £10m bus station redevelopment contract
West Midlands-based construction company McPhillips has won a £10 million local authority contract to deliver a new and improved bus station. Herefordshire Council announced McPhillips as its official construction partner on the Hereford Transport Hub project, part of...
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New research hub launched to advance understanding of injuries and rehabilitation in women’s sport
A new research hub has been launched by The University of Worcester and University of Gloucestershire, focused on advancing understanding of injuries and rehabilitation in female sport. The Women’s Injury and Science Hub (WISH) is believed to be the first research...
BCRS Business Loans passes £5m in Midlands Engine Investment Fund II lending
Community lender BCRS Business Loans has passed £5 million in lending for the British Business Bank’s Midlands Engine Investment Fund II since its launch, creating 237 new jobs across the West Midlands. BCRS Business Loans has supported 82 businesses by delivering...
Keeping Herefordshire & Worcestershire Working: Why Workforce Health Matters
Businesses across Herefordshire & Worcestershire are being invited to the ‘Keep Herefordshire & Worcestershire Working’ conference to learn more about the workplace wellbeing support available. The UK labour market is rapidly changing with more than a fifth of...
Apprenticeship Support Events for Worcestershire Employers
Small or medium‑sized employers based in Malvern Hills and Wychavon Districts are being encouraged to attend two upcoming events designed to simplify the latest apprenticeship funding and support available to local businesses. With a range of new financial incentives...
More Help Needed on Business Costs
Responding to measures announced by the Chancellor this lunchtime, Kate Shoesmith, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “It’s important to remember that the cost of living and the cost of business are two sides of the same coin. “While most of...
Three things your website should be doing
Many small business websites look the part. They have a homepage, a services page, maybe some photos. They load when you type in the address. Job done, right? Not quite. Looking functional and actually working for your business are two very different things. Here are...
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