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University of Worcester Graduate Amasses Record breaking Tomb Raider Collection
A University of Worcester graduate has earned a Guinness World Record after building the biggest collection of Tomb Raider video games in the world. Amy Dyson, from Milton Keynes, has officially been recognised for owning the largest collection of Tomb Raider video...
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University of Worcester Graduate Amasses Record breaking Tomb Raider Collection
A University of Worcester graduate has earned a Guinness World Record after building the biggest collection of Tomb Raider video games in the world. Amy Dyson, from Milton Keynes, has officially been recognised for owning the largest collection of Tomb Raider video...
Member News
Wickens Showcases Engineering Expertise with New Video Highlighting Storage Solutions in Action
Wickens Engineering has launched a new video offering a behind-the-scenes look at its specialist storage solutions, giving customers and industry professionals a clear view of the quality, scale and precision that underpin its work. The video, now available on the...
Books Come to Life in New University Lecture Series Talk
What makes books more than words on a page? And why does the physical, tactile experience of printing still matter in a digital world? In the latest talk in the Engine Room Lecture Series from the University of Worcester, researcher and artist-printer Dr Angie Butler...
Patron & Strategic News
Research Project to Break Down Barriers to Nature for People with Dementia
A new study will help break down barriers to outdoor spaces for millions of people affected by dementia. The research, led by the University of Worcester’s Association for Dementia Studies (ADS) in collaboration with Natural England and a range of leading health and...
New University of Worcester Network Helps Local Firms Tap into Student Talent
The University of Worcester’s Business School has launched an ambitious new network designed to open up student talent to small and medium-sized enterprises across the region Grow Local is designed with small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in mind. By pooling...
Chamber News
Roxel UK Exhibits at Defence & Security Industry Show (DSEI)
Roxel UK is proud to announce they are exhibitors at DSEI, one of the largest defence and security industry events in Europe, which will take place at London Excel on 12th-15th September 2023. Supported by Roxel Group, the Roxel UK team will showcase their latest...
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...
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Welcome the Business Doctor to the Chamber
Steve Ennis is the latest business professional to join the Business Doctors network and will be operating in the county of Worcestershire. Steve will focus his efforts on supporting and providing strategic advice to business owners with the aim of helping them become...
Welcome the Business Doctor to the Chamber
Steve Ennis is the latest business professional to join the Business Doctors network and will be operating in the county of Worcestershire. Steve will focus his efforts on supporting and providing strategic advice to business owners with the aim of helping them become...
Policy News
Falling GDP a concern for British economy
The latest GDP data released on the 12/08/22 has shown a 0.1% fall in GDP between April and June. This data is concerning for the British economy as we move into to the winter recession the Bank of England has forecasted. This GDP data supports this forecast....
A38 Bromsgrove investment: Midlands Connect herald ‘fantastic’ news
The fantastic news that the A38 in Bromsgrove has been given £43 million by the government for upgrades, Chief Executive of Midlands Connect Maria Machancoses said: “The A38 is one of Worcestershire’s most important strategic transport routes and announcement of this...
Skills News
Apprenticeships go from strength to strength during COVID Lockdown
In the new COVID-world there are some inspiring stories of organisations who have successfully adapted their business models to the current challenges for Apprenticeships under COVID-19. ‘Keeping learners learning’ has been the mantra of the entire team at...
Three new Businesses pledge their support to improving Careers Education
Three new Cornerstone Employers have pledged their support to developing the county’s future workforce. The three companies, DRP Group, Platform Housing Group and QinetiQ are the latest organisations from across the county to join the growing list of businesses...
Charity News
Mike Keel to retire as St Michael’s Hospice Chief Executive
The Chief Executive of St Michael’s Hospice has announced his retirement after eight years at the helm. Mike Keel will leave his role at the Bartestree-based Hospice at the end of this month. During his tenure, Mr Keel has overseen the charity’s extended reach to the...
‘A Leap of Faith’ Charity Skydive for The Courtyard
Four supporters of The Courtyard are taking their own leap of faith for Leap Year by jumping 15,000ft in a tandem skydive in May to raise funds for Herefordshire’s much loved community arts charity, celebrating its 25th anniversary year. Chief Executive Ian Archer,...
UK Exports To US Hit 3-Year Low
Commenting on the latest ONS trade data, BCC Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, said: “Tariff effects are clearly being felt by companies exporting to the US. Total goods exports across the Atlantic for Q2 2025 were 13.5% lower than a year ago. “But the UK’s...
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UK Exports To US Hit 3-Year Low
Commenting on the latest ONS trade data, BCC Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, said: “Tariff effects are clearly being felt by companies exporting to the US. Total goods exports across the Atlantic for Q2 2025 were 13.5% lower than a year ago. “But the UK’s...
Worcestershire News
Hewett Recruitment Certifies as a B Corporation
Local Recruitment Business, Hewet Recruitment, has announced its certification as a B Corporation (or B Corp), joining group of less than 50 companies across the Three Counties who are reinventing business by pursuing purpose as well as profit. Hewett Recruitment has...
Academic Explores Depiction of Clairvoyant in Popular Culture
The use of clairvoyants and mediums to connect with other worlds has long held a fascination for many. Now their depiction in literature and film is the subject of a talk by a literary expert from the University of Worcester. Lecturer in English Literature, Dr Lucy...
Herefordshire News
Herefordshire Council Sets Out Comprehensive Vision for Future of Hereford
A draft masterplan for Hereford has been published which provides a future blueprint for making the city an even better place to live, work, visit and study. The draft plan, which has been published following recent initial public engagement, sets out a vision to...
Rotherwood Healthcare Breaks Ground on Colwall Care Home
Rotherwood Healthcare holds groundbreaking ceremony as it begins construction on its 60-bed care home development in the village of Colwall, on the border of Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Officially named ‘Colwall Care Home’, the home has been designed by Lawrence...
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Opportunity for Local Businesses to Connect with Major Buyers this February
The popular Meet the Buyer Conference, sponsored by Worcestershire Growth Hub, is set to return on Friday 6 February 2026, offering businesses across Herefordshire and Worcestershire a valuable opportunity to connect directly with major buyers and procurement...
UK’s Largest Healthcare Digital Twin Doubles in Size: VisualEyes and Alder Hey Redefine Patient Experience with Phase Two Launch
LIVERPOOL, UK – Today, VisualEyes, in partnership with Alder Hey Children’s Hospital and Alder Hey Children’s Charity, has launched the Phase Two expansion of the UK’s most advanced hospital virtual tour. This upgrade doubles the digital footprint of the project,...
Introducing Herefordshire Reuse and Recycling Organisation (HRRO)
Herefordshire Reuse and Recycling Organisation (HRRO) is a local charity working to reduce waste, support households in need, and keep reusable goods and materials in circulation across the county. We joined the Herefordshire Chamber of Commerce with a clear purpose:...
150 years of Heritage and Innovation combined for success
In an era obsessed with rapid financial growth, true sustainability and longevity are ignored at our peril, nowhere more than in the agricultural sector. A true and meaningful connection with farming and the land cannot be fast-tracked, much less found with AI....
Severn Valley Railway announces 71000 ‘Duke of Gloucester’ as Spring Steam Gala guest
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has announced BR 71000 Duke of Gloucester as the first visiting locomotive for its Spring Steam Gala, running from 16 to 19 April. This year marks 50 years since the railway had its first ever Spring Gala, in April 1976. The appearance...
Students Earn Choreography Commission with Worcester Theatre
Two talented dance students will take centre stage at Worcester’s Swan Theatre after securing a prestigious paid commission for their work. Maisey Tromans and Ruby Brown are both in the first year of their Dance and Performance degree at the University of Worcester...
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