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Students Go Global in 4,000-Mile Movember Mission to Tackle Mental Health Stigma
University of Worcester cricketers have been growing moustaches and going the extra mile to raise awareness of men’s mental health this Movember. Members of the Men’s Cricket Club committed to a month-long challenge, combining moustache-growing with a collective goal...
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Students Go Global in 4,000-Mile Movember Mission to Tackle Mental Health Stigma
University of Worcester cricketers have been growing moustaches and going the extra mile to raise awareness of men’s mental health this Movember. Members of the Men’s Cricket Club committed to a month-long challenge, combining moustache-growing with a collective goal...
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AI EXPERT LAUNCHES TO HELP UK SMEs INTEGRATE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE WITHOUT THE RISK
AI Expert has launched in Worcestershire to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) adopt artificial intelligence (AI) without wasting money on unproven technology. Created in response to growing demand from SMEs seeking clarity on how to integrate AI into...
Student Helps Deliver Lecturer’s Baby During Hospital Placement
A routine hospital placement turned into a once-in-a-lifetime moment for a University of Worcester student, who helped deliver her lecturer’s baby. 3rd-year Paramedic Sciences student Elise Faragher was on placement on the Maternity Ward at Worcestershire Royal...
Patron & Strategic News
Children and Families Festival a Hit
Hundreds of people attended the first ever Children and Families Festival at the University of Worcester over the weekend. The free event, which took place on Saturday (31st May) was organised by staff and students and was held at the University’s Lakeside Campus....
HCR Law Advises Shareholders of Bumble Hole Eggs Ltd on Sale to Hardeman Egg Group
HCR Law’s Corporate team has advised the shareholders of Bumble Hole Eggs Ltd on the company’s acquisition by Hardeman Egg Group. Bumble Hole Eggs, a long-established egg products business based in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, has been acquired by Hardeman Egg Group...
Chamber News
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...
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 New Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members in the month of August: Worcestershire: Art is Ar’t the gallery – Retail fine art gallery offer a wide and vibrant range of contemporary art – Originals, Limited Editions and...
Welcome New Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members in the month of August: Worcestershire: Art is Ar’t the gallery – Retail fine art gallery offer a wide and vibrant range of contemporary art – Originals, Limited Editions and...
Policy News
130 countries commit to minimum corporate tax rate
On 1 July, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), issued a statement about a new two-pillar plan to reform international taxation rules. They announced that 130 countries and jurisdictions had agreed to the plan which aims to ensure that...
Government set out new UK subsidy control regime
Last Wednesday (30 June) the Government’s Subsidy Control Bill was introduced to Parliament. It set out the Government’s legislative proposal for a new UK subsidy control regime now that the UK has left the EU. The regime will enable public authorities, including...
Skills News
Fellowship awarded to popular local businessman and Chair of WLEP
As part of this year’s graduation ceremonies, Mark Stansfeld, local entrepreneur and Chair of the Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (WLEP), was named a Fellow of the University of Worcester following his outstanding work and over 30 years’ experience in his...
Give As You Live named Small Apprenticeship Employer of the Year
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate its category winner in the Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards 2019, Give As You Live. Give As You Live provides an innovative way for consumers to raise money for charity in the UK,...
Charity News
Vamos Theatre wins Drama & Theatre Magazine Editor’s Award for its educational drama resources.
Vamos Theatre, the full mask theatre company based in Worcester, is delighted to have been awarded the Drama & Theatre Education Awards Editor’s Award for its work in creating low cost, accessible drama resources. The award focuses on Vamos Theatre’s work over the...
Join Team Worcestershire Acute for the NHS75 Malvern Walk!
On Saturday June 10 Sky Blue Adventures will be leading a very special sponsored walk in order to raise much needed funds for Worcestershire’s local hospitals in the NHS’ 75th birthday year. The 9 mile walk will take in the beautiful views of end to end Malvern Ridge,...
National Insurance Creating ‘Powder Keg’ of Costs
• 82% of firms surveyed say the National Insurance (NI) rise will impact their business • Most responding businesses say the increase in NI will impact recruitment (58%) and prices (54%) • Over three quarters (79%) of businesses do not feel the government has properly...
BCC News
National Insurance Creating ‘Powder Keg’ of Costs
• 82% of firms surveyed say the National Insurance (NI) rise will impact their business • Most responding businesses say the increase in NI will impact recruitment (58%) and prices (54%) • Over three quarters (79%) of businesses do not feel the government has properly...
Worcestershire News
University of Worcester to Evaluate the 2023 Düsseldorf Invictus Games
A team of researchers from the University of Worcester has been commissioned by the Royal British Legion to undertake a comprehensive evaluation the 2023 Invictus Games. The project aims to provide the Royal British Legion with wide-ranging insights into the extent to...
New Funding Confirmed for Light Night Worcester 2024
Severn Arts have announced new funding from Arts Council England, making it possible for Light Night Worcester to take place again next year. Laura Worsfold, Severn Arts CEO said: “Light Night Worcester has been so popular and well attended over the last four years,...
Herefordshire News
Training Support Aims to Ease Construction Worker Shortage
A major project to support new construction workers across Herefordshire and drive growth in the industry has been launched by a leading education and training charity. The Construction Support Partnership (CSP) will provide tailored training, mentoring and support to...
Food for the Shire
Herefordshire Council are bringing people together to promote the importance and sharing of knowledge to prevent food waste in the county. The networking event, held at the Green Dragon Hotel, Hereford, on 10 November from 3.00-5.30pm, will encourage local farmers,...
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Worcestershire law firm shows support for Birmingham’s Pride Parade
A group of lawyers and support staff from a Worcestershire and Birmingham law firm joined this year’s Birmingham Pride Parade as part of the legal profession’s backing for the city’s LGBTQ+ community. The 10-strong team from mfg Solicitors, joined colleagues from the...
A Decade of Work Pays Off: Aspiring Doctor Earns Gold D of E
A trainee doctor spent an afternoon at Buckingham Palace as he was formally presented with his Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. 22-year-old Nathan Scott, first year medical student at the University of Worcester, received his Award from His Royal Highness Prince...
Interior design company secures dream home!
Edward Thomas Interiors has purchased a £2m premises in Redditch National interior design company, Edward Thomas Interiors, has successfully purchased a modern new office and warehouse worth more than £2 million to facilitate its ongoing expansion. Working exclusively...
NMITE hosts events to boost local employment skills
NMITE hosts two events in June on employment skills for the modern workforce and pathways into business NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) is hosting two events in June, both highlighting employment and training pathways into business and...
Building Careers in Commercial Insurance: Apprentice Harry’s Success Story
Hazelton Mountford is proud to celebrate Apprentice Harry’s recent promotion. Joining in 2023, Harry quickly progressed from Apprentice to Small Business Account Handler while working toward his Cert CII qualification. He has already passed two exams and is...
Driving business growth through low-cost digital marketing solutions
Marketing is a powerful, accessible tool for driving business growth. By adopting a strategic and measured approach, you can expand your reach, build brand awareness, and attract and retain customers. IAB UK shared, 81% of UK SMEs consider digital advertising crucial...
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