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Event leaders in the UK, Germany and the US reveal the hidden barrier to proving event ROI
More than 400 senior corporate event experts across the UK, Germany and the US took part in The Big Experiment, a new study from ICEN, developed and supported by DRPG. The results show an industry that knows its value but still struggles to show it, and that the...
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Event leaders in the UK, Germany and the US reveal the hidden barrier to proving event ROI
More than 400 senior corporate event experts across the UK, Germany and the US took part in The Big Experiment, a new study from ICEN, developed and supported by DRPG. The results show an industry that knows its value but still struggles to show it, and that the...
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Event leaders in the UK, Germany and the US reveal the hidden barrier to proving event ROI
More than 400 senior corporate event experts across the UK, Germany and the US took part in The Big Experiment, a new study from ICEN, developed and supported by DRPG. The results show an industry that knows its value but still struggles to show it, and that the...
Free anxiety and fatigue management groups at STEPWAY
STEPWAY is working in partnership with the University of Worcester’s Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy departments to offer free anxiety and fatigue management groups at the LINK Community Hub in Powick. Delivered by occupational therapy students on placement,...
Patron & Strategic News
Event leaders in the UK, Germany and the US reveal the hidden barrier to proving event ROI
More than 400 senior corporate event experts across the UK, Germany and the US took part in The Big Experiment, a new study from ICEN, developed and supported by DRPG. The results show an industry that knows its value but still struggles to show it, and that the...
Free anxiety and fatigue management groups at STEPWAY
STEPWAY is working in partnership with the University of Worcester’s Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy departments to offer free anxiety and fatigue management groups at the LINK Community Hub in Powick. Delivered by occupational therapy students on placement,...
Chamber News
Chamber Responds to the Autumn Budget 2026
Robert Elliott, Director of Business Development and Policy at Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, has shared the Chamber’s response to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, highlighting the importance of supporting business growth, encouraging investment...
Kimal Wins Global Britain Award
Kimal PLC has won the Global Britain Award at the British Chambers of Commerce Chamber Business Awards 2026. The Chamber Business Awards recognise and celebrate business excellence through the successes and achievements of members of the Chamber of Commerce network....
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Welcome New Members | October 2026
A warm welcome to our newest Members who joined us throughout October: Rosemary Bookkeeping Wyre Forest: Reliable, friendly and efficient bookkeeping services in the Wyre Forest and surrounding areas. National Infrastructure Solutions Limited: At National...
Welcome New Members | October 2026
A warm welcome to our newest Members who joined us throughout October: Rosemary Bookkeeping Wyre Forest: Reliable, friendly and efficient bookkeeping services in the Wyre Forest and surrounding areas. National Infrastructure Solutions Limited: At National...
Policy News
Event leaders in the UK, Germany and the US reveal the hidden barrier to proving event ROI
More than 400 senior corporate event experts across the UK, Germany and the US took part in The Big Experiment, a new study from ICEN, developed and supported by DRPG. The results show an industry that knows its value but still struggles to show it, and that the...
Building Lifelong Learning From The Ground Up
With Alan Milburn set to publish his keenly awaited review of Young People and Work this Autumn, it’s vital we build a complete ladder of opportunity for young people, not just the first rung. To support strong, lifelong career pathways, businesses need to see three...
Skills News
Building Lifelong Learning From The Ground Up
With Alan Milburn set to publish his keenly awaited review of Young People and Work this Autumn, it’s vital we build a complete ladder of opportunity for young people, not just the first rung. To support strong, lifelong career pathways, businesses need to see three...
Hazelton Mountford Welcomes New Apprentices After Record Recruitment Campaign
Hazelton Mountford has welcomed two new apprentices, Harry and Yasmina, following its most competitive apprenticeship recruitment process to date. The pair have joined the independent insurance broker to begin their careers through a structured apprenticeship...
Charity News
The Gift of Caring: Orchard Trust Launches Animal Sponsorship Campaign to Support Local Well-being
A meaningful gift that funds animal care and life-changing therapeutic experiences in the/our local community Lydbrook, October 2026 – Orchard Trust has launched a new animal sponsorship campaign, “The Gift of Caring,” inviting animal lovers and thoughtful...
WORCESTERSHIRE AMBASSADORS REWARD PHOTOGRAPHER MIKE HENLEY
On rare occasions, Worcestershire Ambassadors choose to use their Annual Ball to award a prestigious ‘Pride of Worcestershire’ award to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the organisation and the county over many years. This years Ball – held at...
Exports Lagging As Economy Grows
Reacting to the latest ONS trade data, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “July’s improved export performance was not sustained in August, and for goods trade it almost completely reversed. Looking at the three-month picture,...
BCC News
Exports Lagging As Economy Grows
Reacting to the latest ONS trade data, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “July’s improved export performance was not sustained in August, and for goods trade it almost completely reversed. Looking at the three-month picture,...
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
Global manufacturer invests in new Herefordshire headquarters
The opening of a new Herefordshire headquarters for international manufacturing business CEJN Group is being welcomed as another positive example of business growth and investment in the county. Swedish-owned CEJN Group, a global specialist in high-performance...
Visit Herefordshire Secures Five More Years After Businesses Vote Yes
Businesses across Herefordshire have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a further five-year term for Visit Herefordshire, securing continued investment, destination marketing and support for the county’s visitor economy through to 2032. Visit Herefordshire has secured...
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Event leaders in the UK, Germany and the US reveal the hidden barrier to proving event ROI
More than 400 senior corporate event experts across the UK, Germany and the US took part in The Big Experiment, a new study from ICEN, developed and supported by DRPG. The results show an industry that knows its value but still struggles to show it, and that the...
Free anxiety and fatigue management groups at STEPWAY
STEPWAY is working in partnership with the University of Worcester’s Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy departments to offer free anxiety and fatigue management groups at the LINK Community Hub in Powick. Delivered by occupational therapy students on placement,...
Charity Christmas Chronicles at Yarhampton House
We welcome you to historic Yarhampton House this festive season for a once only exclusive Christmas experience that adults and children will equally enjoy. We are raising funds for the special local children’s charity Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust. You will...
Rural business networking and growth event
Rural Business Networking and Growth Event ‘Rural Resilience’ Sunday 6 December 17.00-19.00 We are delighted to invite back familiar faces and new professionals alike. These events will be held every three months and the September theme was “Your 2027 plan...
Country Christmas at Yarhampton House
A Country Christmas at Yarhampton House: the festive edit We welcome you to explore the historic grade II* listed Yarhampton House this festive season and to enjoy our signature seasonal mocktail and petit four as you are greeted by our live musician singing Christmas...
Exports Lagging As Economy Grows
Reacting to the latest ONS trade data, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “July’s improved export performance was not sustained in August, and for goods trade it almost completely reversed. Looking at the three-month picture,...
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