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Engineering students gain behind-the-scenes insight at the Severn Valley Railway
Seventeen final-year engineering students from the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) in Hereford visited the Severn Valley Railway (SVR) yesterday [21 April], gaining a first-hand look at the technology, infrastructure and people behind one of...
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Engineering students gain behind-the-scenes insight at the Severn Valley Railway
Seventeen final-year engineering students from the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) in Hereford visited the Severn Valley Railway (SVR) yesterday [21 April], gaining a first-hand look at the technology, infrastructure and people behind one of...
Member News
Data Map to track Workflow (Interactive tool)
When I was working as a GDPR consultant, part of the requirements of the legislation was to understand the data flow as it passes through the organization (https://it-ebs.co.uk/news/gdpr-map/). This allowed us to spot any cyber security risks that may occur at any...
The Hive to Host Exclusive First Look at New Historical Novel
The life and legacy of the Worcestershire surgeon who revolutionised medical sterilisation through the use of iodine is being brought to life in a new historical novel, with a special soft-launch event at The Hive. Born in 1860, Lionel Stretton served as a surgeon in...
Patron & Strategic News
NMITE Appoints its First Head of Learning and Teaching To Support the Institution’s Ambitious Development Plans
NMITE has appointed Dr Richard Lillington, as Professor in Engineering and its first Head of Learning and Teaching, marking a key milestone in shaping the institution’s academic growth and strategic direction. He joins NMITE this month (January 2026) from Aston...
Turn your unwanted Christmas gifts into a lifeline for local children
Did Santa bring you a gorgeous gift… that you already own? Did you get something fabulous and fashionable, but it doesn’t quite fit? Or have the festivities left your wardrobes and cupboards feeling a little too bloated? Before you mistle-toss them into the attic, why...
Chamber News
Kidderminster-based HR firm to host mental health workshop for company managers
A Kiiderminster-based HR firm will be hosting a new mental health workshop in a bid to encourage more managers to be compassionate and supportive leaders in the workplace when dealing with emotional health and wellbeing. Lucy Edgar and Colin Noble, owners of Human...
Chair’s Report
The British Chambers of Commerce continue to command the attention of the UK’s political and economic leaders as the BCC demonstrates leadership in support of UK Plc, across the full breadth of the country’s business community. As such, I was delighted to be a part of...
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Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Herefordshire Hereford First Aid Ltd – Hereford First Aid was established to provide fun, interactive first aid training for local businesses. The Orchard at Munsley –...
Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Herefordshire Hereford First Aid Ltd – Hereford First Aid was established to provide fun, interactive first aid training for local businesses. The Orchard at Munsley –...
Policy News
Spring Statement 2022 at a glance
With the cost-of-living squeeze at the forefront of the minds of households and businesses, Chancellor Rishi Sunak used his Spring Statement to steady the economic ship being battered by waves of soaring inflation, petrol and energy bills, rising interest rates, tax...
Launching the 2022/23 Chamber Business Manifesto
The recent Economic Conference included the launch of the Chamber Manifesto for 2022/2023. The Manifesto outlines activities that the Chamber will undertake to represent the interests and address the challenges faced by our Membership. These challenges have been...
Skills News
Entries open for Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards 2020!
Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership and Worcestershire County Council have announced that entries are now open for the popular Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards 2020. The Awards celebrate the most successful apprentices, schools, careers leads, training...
£23.5 million funding programme helping companies grow
A £23.5m funding pot for businesses across the Marches is delivering real results for small and medium-sized companies across the region, the chair of the Marches Growth Hub said today. Paul Hinkins said the ERDF Business Growth Programme 2 had already helped a number...
Charity News
Shoppers Flock to New Hospice Charity Store
CROWDS flocked to the opening of a new hospice charity store in Barnards Green, Malvern, at the weekend. The new St Richard’s Hospice shop at 110 to 112 Barnards Green Road opened to the public on Saturday, December 2. Cutting the ribbon to officially open the shop...
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust Launches Festive Appeal to Raise £20,000 this Christmas
Charity launches Festive Appeal to raise £20,000 this Christmas to provide 20 more day beds for hospitals’ Palliative and End of Life Care Team Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to providing high quality supportive care for patients, and those...
Fragile Growth as Business Confidence Struggles
Responding to the latest GDP data, published by the ONS this morning, David Bharier, Head of Research at the BCC, said: “Today’s GDP figures, showing growth of 0.5% in the three months to May, but a fall of 0.1% in the month, reinforce the view that UK growth remains...
BCC News
Fragile Growth as Business Confidence Struggles
Responding to the latest GDP data, published by the ONS this morning, David Bharier, Head of Research at the BCC, said: “Today’s GDP figures, showing growth of 0.5% in the three months to May, but a fall of 0.1% in the month, reinforce the view that UK growth remains...
Worcestershire News
Finalists, Celebrity Host and Sponsors confirmed for Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards
The Worcestershire Apprenticeships Hub has confirmed exciting news for their 2023 annual awards evening, taking place later this year on 16 November. Comedian, performer and TV and radio star, Lucy Porter, has been confirmed as the host for this year’s Worcestershire...
Gardeners can now Buy Bare Root Hedging Direct from Growers Online
A TOP British nursery has launched a new website selling bare root hedging to gardeners while also allowing them to access the business’ decades of horticultural expertise in one hit (September 2023). Wyevale Nurseries’ new website www.wyevalehedges.co.uk was born out...
Herefordshire News
Wyevale Nurseries signs-up for Four Oaks Trade Show 2023
One of the country’s leading commercial nurseries based in Hereford has once again signed-up to exhibit at the Four Oaks Trade Show in Cheshire this September (2023). Wyevale Nurseries, which has had a stand at the show for more than 10 years, will be showcasing its...
Companies join a force for climate action at NMITE in Hereford
Over 75 delegates including some of the county’s leading businesses and arts organisations came together at Hereford’s NMITE in Skylon Park on Wednesday 18th to celebrate the strides being taken towards the county’s net zero ambitions, and to share ideas on how...
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Limelite’s Business Breakfast 2026: Plan Your Team With Confidence
Our first Business Breakfast of 2026 is officially booked—and we’re kicking off the year with a topic that sits at the heart of every growing small business: how to plan your team so growth feels smooth and sustainable, not overwhelming or chaotic. Many business...
Hayward Wright Accountancy & Advisory partners with Worcester City Football Club
Worcester-based, full-service accountancy and advisory firm Hayward Wright Accountancy & Advisory has announced a partnership with Worcester City Football Club. The firm has entered a 12-month partnership and sponsorship programme with the football club as a...
Entrepreneur Launches Sustainability App to Help Universities Go Green
A student has launched a brand-new sustainability app, after securing funding from her university. Carolina Furtado is currently completing her Master’s in Computer Sciences at the University of Worcester, having already graduated in Business and Finance, also from...
Business relief after Government U-turns on day-one unfair dismissal rights
Employment lawyers have reacted positively to the Government’s U-turn on day-one unfair dismissal rights – but urged businesses to seek expert guidance to prepare for wide-ranging workplace reforms. Labour had made a controversial manifesto commitment to offer all...
University of Worcester Marks 20 Years of Pioneering Education and Advocacy to End Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence
The University of Worcester has marked two decades of ground breaking work in tackling domestic abuse and sexual violence through education, research, and advocacy. The milestone event brought together alumni of the University’s pioneering Master’s programme,...
Parents encouraged to spot signs and symptoms of childhood cancer to help early detection
A childhood cancer charity is encouraging parents to become more aware of the early signs and symptoms of cancer among children, after research showed low levels of recognition. With only three out of 10 parents feeling able to spot the signs and symptoms of childhood...
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