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Westons Cider Extend Bulls Partnership For Five More Years
From left to right: Martin Brain: Commercial Manager at Hereford FC, Gemma Evans –Westons and Westons Direct Brand Manager, Darryl Hinksman – Head of Business Development at Westons Cider and George Webb, Commercial Director at Hereford FC Hereford FC is...
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Westons Cider Extend Bulls Partnership For Five More Years
From left to right: Martin Brain: Commercial Manager at Hereford FC, Gemma Evans –Westons and Westons Direct Brand Manager, Darryl Hinksman – Head of Business Development at Westons Cider and George Webb, Commercial Director at Hereford FC Hereford FC is...
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Westons Cider Extend Bulls Partnership For Five More Years
From left to right: Martin Brain: Commercial Manager at Hereford FC, Gemma Evans –Westons and Westons Direct Brand Manager, Darryl Hinksman – Head of Business Development at Westons Cider and George Webb, Commercial Director at Hereford FC Hereford FC is...
Evening of Powerful Films Exploring Climate Change and Migration
The University of Worcester will be hosting an evening of powerful films exploring the intersection of climate change and migration. The event is being held as part of the Our Shared Futures: Climate & Migration Community Film Festival, organised by City of...
Patron & Strategic News
Evening of Powerful Films Exploring Climate Change and Migration
The University of Worcester will be hosting an evening of powerful films exploring the intersection of climate change and migration. The event is being held as part of the Our Shared Futures: Climate & Migration Community Film Festival, organised by City of...
College Launches Unique Partner Programme for Business
Halesowen College is delighted to announce the launch of its PowerPartner Programme, an innovative initiative designed to strengthen the collaboration between education and industry. This exciting programme provides a unique platform for businesses and organisations...
Chamber News
The Quarterly Economic Survey (QES 4) Is Now Live – Have Your Say!
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is calling on local businesses to share their insights in the latest Quarterly Economic Survey (QES 4). This vital survey helps the Chamber build a clear picture of the current business climate across the two...
Welcome New Members October
Warm welcome to our newest Members who joined throughout October. TR Solar & Roofing – provides expert solar installations and roofing solutions to make your home energy-efficient and sustainable Exceptional Development – empowers individuals and...
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Welcome New Members October
Warm welcome to our newest Members who joined throughout October. TR Solar & Roofing – provides expert solar installations and roofing solutions to make your home energy-efficient and sustainable Exceptional Development – empowers individuals and...
Welcome New Members October
Warm welcome to our newest Members who joined throughout October. TR Solar & Roofing – provides expert solar installations and roofing solutions to make your home energy-efficient and sustainable Exceptional Development – empowers individuals and...
Policy News
Key Employment Law Updates: Autumn 2025
1. Fire and Rehire – Government Softens Proposed BanThe Employment Rights Bill continues to target “fire and rehire” tactics, where employers dismiss staff to impose new terms. Dismissals linked to restricted variations (e.g. reductions in pay, hours, pensions, or...
Bradey Thomas MP Q&A: Chamber Hosts Engaging Session on Local Priorities
Last week, the Chamber of Commerce hosted a highly successful session with Bradley Thomas MP for Bromsgrove and The Villages at the Heart of Worcestershire College in Bromsgrove. The event brought together business leaders, education representatives, and community...
Skills News
Worcestershire businesses urged to ‘power up’ productivity and plug skills gaps with Skills Bootcamps
Businesses across Worcestershire are being urged to take advantage of Skills Bootcamps – flexible training programmes designed to upskill staff, fill skills gaps, and support long-term growth. Funded by the Department for Education and managed locally by...
Top 100 recognition for Apprenticeship programme
Bishop Fleming has ranked 11th in the Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2025, its highest-ever position for its highly impressive apprenticeship programme. It is ahead of national professional services firms, including KPMG, EY, BDO, Mazars, and Azets. The...
Charity News
Megan Baker House Invites You to an Inspiring Open Day in Bromsgrove!
Megan Baker House (MBH) is inviting the local community to an exciting Open Day on Wednesday, 19th November at Newsong Community Church, B61 8LW, from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. The event is a fantastic opportunity to discover how MBH’s Conductive Education sessions are...
Free CPR and defibrillator training for Malvern Businesses
Free CPR and defibrillator training is being offered to businesses in Malvern and the surrounding area. The training being offered by Heartstart Malvern, only takes 90 minutes and is very practical. During this time, participants are taught some very simple skills...
Unemployment Up As Wages Still Outpace Inflation
Responding to the latest labour market data published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “There is little comfort in this data for businesses or the government. Employers are being squeezed...
BCC News
Unemployment Up As Wages Still Outpace Inflation
Responding to the latest labour market data published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “There is little comfort in this data for businesses or the government. Employers are being squeezed...
Worcestershire News
Atwell International has been nominated for Elevator World’s Product of the Year
We’re so proud that Atwell International has been nominated for Elevator World’s Product of the Year, and public voting is still open! Cast your vote now: https://elevatorworld.com/contests/product-of-the-year/ If you haven’t had a chance to vote yet, we’d really...
Government-backed Help to Grow Programme Helps Spark 50% Retail Growth for Local Business
The University of Worcester has announced it will be delivering the Help to Grow Management Course for a further 3 years. The part-government-funded initiative is designed for senior leaders to boost business performance and leadership skills. Run by Worcester...
Herefordshire News
Visit Herefordshire PR and Reel Creation Tender – Open
Herefordshire County BID Ltd (HCBID) is seeking to engage the services of a specialist agency with proven expertise in the strategic delivery of PR in the visitor economy. Project Scope: HCBID is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced businesses to provide...
Escape to the Country features Herefordshire and Country & Classic Properties
On Monday 13th October Escape to Country featured Herefordshire – what a fabulous showcase for our fabulous rural county, showcasing all the county’s lovely views, countryside, attractive towns and villages. Not just one but two of the lovely, and quite...
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Westons Cider Extend Bulls Partnership For Five More Years
From left to right: Martin Brain: Commercial Manager at Hereford FC, Gemma Evans –Westons and Westons Direct Brand Manager, Darryl Hinksman – Head of Business Development at Westons Cider and George Webb, Commercial Director at Hereford FC Hereford FC is...
Megan Baker House Invites You to an Inspiring Open Day in Bromsgrove!
Megan Baker House (MBH) is inviting the local community to an exciting Open Day on Wednesday, 19th November at Newsong Community Church, B61 8LW, from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. The event is a fantastic opportunity to discover how MBH’s Conductive Education sessions are...
Evening of Powerful Films Exploring Climate Change and Migration
The University of Worcester will be hosting an evening of powerful films exploring the intersection of climate change and migration. The event is being held as part of the Our Shared Futures: Climate & Migration Community Film Festival, organised by City of...
Bankside College – Employer Open Event in Partnerships with EBC Group
Visit our Open Event to find out how you can support young adults with autism by offering work experience opportunities. Bankside College is a specialist provision offering high-quality further education for young adults aged 16-25 who are autistic and have...
Local Partner Celebrates 20 Years with Ballards LLP — Building a National Success Story In Worcestershire
Worcestershire based accountancy firm Ballards LLP is celebrating Partner Matthew Watson’s 20th anniversary with the business, two decades that have seen its specialist medical accounting service grow from a handful of local GP clients to a national leader. When...
College Launches Unique Partner Programme for Business
Halesowen College is delighted to announce the launch of its PowerPartner Programme, an innovative initiative designed to strengthen the collaboration between education and industry. This exciting programme provides a unique platform for businesses and organisations...
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