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Stings from sea creatures
Someone screams in the water. They come out clutching their leg. Someone pours fresh water over it. Somebody urinates on it! And suddenly the pain gets worse. This is how simple mistakes turn sea stings into bigger problems. Stings from jellyfish or similar creatures...
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Stings from sea creatures
Someone screams in the water. They come out clutching their leg. Someone pours fresh water over it. Somebody urinates on it! And suddenly the pain gets worse. This is how simple mistakes turn sea stings into bigger problems. Stings from jellyfish or similar creatures...
Member News
From Day One to Distinction: Ben’s Apprenticeship Journey
Just over a year ago, Ben joined the team here at B Smith Packaging as an apprentice — and he’s come a long way in a short space of time. We’re delighted to say he’s now completed his Customer Service apprenticeship with a distinction, which is the highest grade...
Family Lawyer Warns Divorce Could Cost You More Than Your Marriage in New Podcast Episode
Jill Roberts, Partner at Knights, features in the latest episode of Dandelion Video Production’s What Do You Do? podcast – setting the record straight about what most people think they know about family law. Roberts, who specialises in family law, argues...
Patron & Strategic News
Music Industry Documentary Puts Graduate in Contention for a Second Prestigious Award
A documentary about grassroots music venues has put a University of Worcester graduate in the running for a prestigious award. Aiden Holland is nominated in the Royal Television Society Midlands Student Awards in the Factual – Long Form category for his...
Midlands mums reminded of contact rights as Mother’s Day looms
Mothers are being reminded that their children have the right to spend time with them if they so wish, particularly on special occasions. As Mother’s Day approaches on 15 March, respected family lawyer Katherine Tippetts is warning mums in advance that they need to...
Chamber News
Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Herefordshire Calming Connections Ltd – Developing a positive mental health environment for the benefit of everyone Eight Three Eight – Search Engine Optimisation Packages, WordPress Training...
Business Round Up – April
The shortlisted finalists for the 2023 Chamber Awards have been announced – well done and thanks to the large number of initial applicants. The final round of interviews will be carried out in early May and the winners announced in front of 700 people at the...
Our Latest Member
Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Herefordshire Alcocks Limited – Alcocks Ltd are experienced chartered surveyors with an in-house architect. Black Mountain Clothing Ltd – Here to help you create a...
Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Herefordshire Alcocks Limited – Alcocks Ltd are experienced chartered surveyors with an in-house architect. Black Mountain Clothing Ltd – Here to help you create a...
Policy News
Government extends deadline for CE marking rules
The government has extended the start date for the new post-Brexit certification rules for construction products by 12 months, after being told that sticking with next year’s deadline would have caused chaos across the industry. The current CE markings had been due to...
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 local and national government, ensuring that businesses within the two counties shape government...
Skills News
Herefordshire Employers Celebrate Apprentice Success
Herefordshire Group Training Association welcomed over 300 guests to its Annual Apprentice Awards Evening on Wednesday 13 November at The Courtyard Theatre in Hereford. Each year the Employer led, not for profit training provider, currently in its 52nd year, welcomes...
Worcestershire employers celebrate apprentice success
Worcestershire Group Training Association welcomed over 200 guests to its Annual Apprentice Awards Evening on Tuesday 12 November at the University Arena in Worcester. Each year the employer led, not for profit training provider, currently in its 52nd Year, welcomes...
Charity News
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...
Santa fun run returns in aid of Wyre Forest hospice charity
This December sees the return of the annual KEMP Santa Fun Run in aid of the Wyre Forest Hospice charity. Taking place on Sunday 3rd December 2023 at Brinton Park, Kidderminster, entrants can sign up to join the fun and choose from a timed 10k, a 5k fun run or a 1k...
SME Exporters Hit By New US Customs Charges
Responding to President Trump’s decision to charge import duties for low value goods entering the US, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said: “This development has been coming for several months but is still a major blow to UK exporters to the US. Smaller firms...
BCC News
SME Exporters Hit By New US Customs Charges
Responding to President Trump’s decision to charge import duties for low value goods entering the US, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy, said: “This development has been coming for several months but is still a major blow to UK exporters to the US. Smaller firms...
Worcestershire News
Worcestershire’s Farmers Given Expert Advice to Benefit From Future Land Sales
Farmers and landowners across Worcestershire could be in for a significant financial windfall if the value of their land increases in the future – even after they have sold it on. Rural affairs experts at county law firm mfg Solicitors say they are dealing with...
Why are motor insurance premiums at a record high?
Analysis by The Association of British Insurers (ABI), which looks at 28 million motor insurance policies, suggests that the average price paid for motor insurance in the second quarter of 2023 continued to increase. The average premium paid for private comprehensive...
Herefordshire News
Herefordshire Council would like to hear from you about how we can improve health and wellbeing in Herefordshire.
Herefordshire Council are working with health services and other organisations to develop a strategy and actions to improve health and wellbeing in the county over the next 10 years. If you live or work in Herefordshire, they would like to hear from you about the...
Prometheus Medical still have places available on their FREC 3 course
Prometheus Medical have a FREC 3 course running next week and there are a few spaces available. This course exceeds “First Aid” and will take your skills to “First Responder” level, meaning you will have an enhanced level of medical capability to deal with a casualty...
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Free 30-minute parking to be extended to on-street parking in Hereford city centre
Herefordshire Council’s Cabinet has today (Thursday 5 Feb) agreed to extend its planned 30-minute free parking scheme to include on-street parking in Hereford city centre, responding to feedback from local businesses and residents. The decision builds on the Council’s...
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...
WORCESTER MARKETING AGENCY GETS FANCY FOR MESOTHELIOMA UK
Worcester-based Prime Mix Marketing Ltd is raising awareness and funds for Mesothelioma UK, which supports individuals affected by asbestos-related lung cancer, by hosting a charity fancy dress morning on Thursday, 5th February, in memory of local man Michael Darling....
Learn the Art of Creating Villains at The Hive with Worcestershire Author
A free workshop will give aspiring crime writers and fans of the genre the chance to learn from a Worcestershire author in a masterclass on creating unforgettable villains. Held at The Hive on Wednesday 11 February, Dr Charlotte Barnes, published author and lecturer...
Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust response to the release of the Government’s 10-Year Cancer Plan
The Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust warmly welcomes the publication of the Government’s 10-Year Cancer Plan, and we are particularly encouraged to see a dedicated section focusing on children and young people. This represents a significant and long-overdue step...
ISO Quality Services Launches the Good Egg Awards 2026 – Celebrate Those Who Go Above and Beyond
ISO Quality Services is delighted to announce the return of its much-loved Good Egg Awards, giving businesses the perfect opportunity to recognise those who consistently go the extra mile. Whether it’s a colleague or a client, the Good Egg Awards celebrate individuals...
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