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Herefordshire Mind Launches New Suicide Prevention Campaign Supported by Herefordshire Council
Herefordshire Mind has launched a new suicide prevention initiative, supported by Herefordshire Council, to make mental health support more visible and accessible across the county. The campaign has seen 20,000 specially designed beer mats distributed to more than 40...
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Herefordshire Mind Launches New Suicide Prevention Campaign Supported by Herefordshire Council
Herefordshire Mind has launched a new suicide prevention initiative, supported by Herefordshire Council, to make mental health support more visible and accessible across the county. The campaign has seen 20,000 specially designed beer mats distributed to more than 40...
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Herefordshire Mind Launches New Suicide Prevention Campaign Supported by Herefordshire Council
Herefordshire Mind has launched a new suicide prevention initiative, supported by Herefordshire Council, to make mental health support more visible and accessible across the county. The campaign has seen 20,000 specially designed beer mats distributed to more than 40...
BCU Degree Apprentice Shortlisted for National Construction Award
Birmingham City University degree apprentice, Poppy Deakin, has been shortlisted for FE/HE Student of the Year at the UK Building The Future Awards 2026. Entering the final year of her Construction Site Management degree apprenticeship at BCU, Poppy combines academic...
Patron & Strategic News
TRUELINE’S CHARLIE PREPARES TO TAKE ON THE ARCTIC FOR ACORNS CHILDREN’S HOSPICE
Trueline Products’ Fundraising Champion, Charlie Macaulay-Collins, is preparing to swap the comforts of home for snow, ice and temperatures well below freezing as she takes on an extraordinary Arctic challenge to raise vital funds for Acorns Children’s Hospice....
Golfers set to tee up for High Sheriff’s charity golf day
The High Sheriff of Worcestershire is set to host his annual golf day, which is expected to raise thousands of pounds for charity. The county’s High Sheriff, Maynard Burton, is hosting a golf event on Thursday 8th October at The Worcestershire Golf Club in Malvern,...
Chamber News
Middlebrook Productions launch Podcast Masterclass Workshop
Plan, Record, Edit & Launch Your Own Podcast Have you been thinking about starting a podcast but don’t know where to begin? The Podcast Masterclass at Midlands Podcast Studio is a practical, hands-on workshop designed to take you from idea to action in just one...
Digital Carnets
Having Carnets in a digital format reduces the amount of paper to almost zero (good for the environment!) and makes things more efficient and straightforward overall (good for you!). Everything is handled within the App and your documentation can be presented from...
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Welcome New Members | August 2026
A warm welcome to our newest Members who joined us throughout August: Worcester Racecourse – A historic National Hunt horse-racing venue on the banks of the River Severn, also offering hospitality, conferences, weddings and other private events. Squirel Ltd...
Welcome New Members | August 2026
A warm welcome to our newest Members who joined us throughout August: Worcester Racecourse – A historic National Hunt horse-racing venue on the banks of the River Severn, also offering hospitality, conferences, weddings and other private events. Squirel Ltd...
Policy News
Budget Must Back Business, Cut Costs and Deliver Growth
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is calling on Chancellor, John Healey, to ‘Back Business, Cut Costs and Deliver Growth’ in his first Budget statement. With BCC research showing fragile business confidence, its budget submission asks the Chancellor to give...
BCC Economic Forecast: Weak Business Investment Hits Growth Outlook
The latest British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Economic Forecast suggests the outlook for the UK will remain uncertain. While the economy was more resilient in Q2 than expected, higher energy and business costs are likely to keep growth weak this year and next. The key...
Skills News
Pioneering pilot gives Herefordshire students an insight into construction
One of the region’s biggest construction firms has given students across Herefordshire an insight into careers in the sector through a pioneering new programme. Multi award-winning firm McPhillips, which is delivering a new £10m transport hub in Hereford, was...
WHC Hire Services Appoints Four New Apprentices in 2026
Growth is built one person at a time. At WHC Hire Services, that belief has never been more visible than in 2026. The Tewkesbury-based plant and equipment hire company has appointed four new apprentices this year, taking the total proportion of staff either...
Charity News
Herefordshire Mind Launches New Suicide Prevention Campaign Supported by Herefordshire Council
Herefordshire Mind has launched a new suicide prevention initiative, supported by Herefordshire Council, to make mental health support more visible and accessible across the county. The campaign has seen 20,000 specially designed beer mats distributed to more than 40...
TRUELINE’S CHARLIE PREPARES TO TAKE ON THE ARCTIC FOR ACORNS CHILDREN’S HOSPICE
Trueline Products’ Fundraising Champion, Charlie Macaulay-Collins, is preparing to swap the comforts of home for snow, ice and temperatures well below freezing as she takes on an extraordinary Arctic challenge to raise vital funds for Acorns Children’s Hospice....
Budget Must Back Business, Cut Costs and Deliver Growth
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is calling on Chancellor, John Healey, to ‘Back Business, Cut Costs and Deliver Growth’ in his first Budget statement. With BCC research showing fragile business confidence, its budget submission asks the Chancellor to give...
BCC News
Budget Must Back Business, Cut Costs and Deliver Growth
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is calling on Chancellor, John Healey, to ‘Back Business, Cut Costs and Deliver Growth’ in his first Budget statement. With BCC research showing fragile business confidence, its budget submission asks the Chancellor to give...
Worcestershire News
Finalists and sponsors confirmed for 2026 Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards
The finalists and sponsors have been announced for the prestigious 2026 Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards. Over 30 finalists have been announced for 2026 from across 10 categories. These categories recognising the very best apprentices, employers, training...
Coffee Express opens at Kidderminster Town station
The Severn Valley Railway has opened its new Coffee Express grab-and-go refreshment outlet at Kidderminster Town station, with the Mayor of Kidderminster, Councillor Shazu Miah, performing the opening ceremony on 29 July. Located at the front of the Railway’s...
Herefordshire News
Hereford Transport Hub reaches 75 per cent completion
Work on Hereford’s new Transport Hub has reached a major milestone, with the project now around 75 per cent complete and on track for an end-of-October opening. The £10 million scheme is part of the Improving Transport in Hereford programme. It will create a modern...
CXCS Wins Business of the Year at National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026
CXCS Wins Business of the Year at National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026 Herefordshire-based business support specialists CXCS are celebrating after being named Business of the Year at the National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026. The award was presented during...
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Herefordshire Mind Launches New Suicide Prevention Campaign Supported by Herefordshire Council
Herefordshire Mind has launched a new suicide prevention initiative, supported by Herefordshire Council, to make mental health support more visible and accessible across the county. The campaign has seen 20,000 specially designed beer mats distributed to more than 40...
BCU Degree Apprentice Shortlisted for National Construction Award
Birmingham City University degree apprentice, Poppy Deakin, has been shortlisted for FE/HE Student of the Year at the UK Building The Future Awards 2026. Entering the final year of her Construction Site Management degree apprenticeship at BCU, Poppy combines academic...
TRUELINE’S CHARLIE PREPARES TO TAKE ON THE ARCTIC FOR ACORNS CHILDREN’S HOSPICE
Trueline Products’ Fundraising Champion, Charlie Macaulay-Collins, is preparing to swap the comforts of home for snow, ice and temperatures well below freezing as she takes on an extraordinary Arctic challenge to raise vital funds for Acorns Children’s Hospice....
Get Expo Ready with One Local Collaboration
Exhibiting at a business expo is a brilliant way to raise your profile, meet potential clients and start valuable conversations. But getting ready can quickly become a juggling act of banners, photography, leaflets, business cards and branded merchandise. That’s why...
Golfers set to tee up for High Sheriff’s charity golf day
The High Sheriff of Worcestershire is set to host his annual golf day, which is expected to raise thousands of pounds for charity. The county’s High Sheriff, Maynard Burton, is hosting a golf event on Thursday 8th October at The Worcestershire Golf Club in Malvern,...
Special Event Explores the Stories Behind Hilary Mantel’s Success
One of the world’s leading experts on Hilary Mantel will explore the work, life and lasting influence of the twice Booker Prize-winning author at an event in Worcester this month. Dr Lucy Arnold, Senior Lecturer in English Literature at the University of Worcester,...
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