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Sherlock Holmes Under the Lens in Free Talk at The Hive

Sherlock Holmes Under the Lens in Free Talk at The Hive

A free talk at The Hive will explore the fascinating thinking behind the creation of the most famous fictional detective of all time. Dr Sharon Young, Course Leader for MA English at the University of Worcester will deliver the talk, titled In Search of a Hero:...

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Last Chance to See Moving Holocaust Exhibit at The Hive

Last Chance to See Moving Holocaust Exhibit at The Hive

It’s your last chance to see a powerful exhibition telling moving stories of rescue from the Holocaust at The Hive in Worcester before it moves on. Between Life and Death: Stories of Rescue During the Holocaust, presents stories of rescue in fourteen European...

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Patron & Strategic News

Skills Minister Impressed at Worcester

Skills Minister Impressed at Worcester

The Minister for Skills has visited the University of Worcester, where she met the healthcare, legal, and sports science workers of the future and took questions from an audience of trainee teachers. Baroness Jacqui Smith spoke to PGCE students about her experiences...

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Chamber News

Help shape the future of business support for Worcestershire

Help shape the future of business support for Worcestershire

Worcestershire businesses have the chance to have their voice heard and change the business support landscape for the county. By completing a short survey, you can provide vital feedback which will be used to transform the county’s support offer to ensure more...

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Do you know about the Queen’s Award for Enterprise?

Do you know about the Queen’s Award for Enterprise?

You are invited to the launch of applications for The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise 2023. Wednesday 18th May 2022, 5pm for 5.30pm at The Shell Store, Canary Drive, Skylon Park, Hereford, HR2 6SR Please follow this link to Register:...

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Our Latest Member

Introducing The Linguist

Chartered Translator and Interpreter of Polish specialising in legal-medical, finance and business terminology with particular interest in international trade and relations, The Linguist translates all types of specialist documents within specified specialist...

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Introducing The Linguist

Introducing The Linguist

Chartered Translator and Interpreter of Polish specialising in legal-medical, finance and business terminology with particular interest in international trade and relations, The Linguist translates all types of specialist documents within specified specialist...

Policy News

DRPG takes clients on the ride of their lives

DRPG takes clients on the ride of their lives

Creative communications group DRPG’s flagship thought leadership event DRPGBIGtalk usually hosts 150 delegates. With this year’s move to virtual, the event attracted over 1000 delegates from across the globe. Hosted in a virtual world theme park created using cutting...

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New Policy Executive joins the Chamber

New Policy Executive joins the Chamber

The Chamber is delighted to welcome Arjun Heir as the new Policy Executive. Of his appointment Arjun said:
“I’m thrilled to have joined the Chamber and am looking forward to continuing the excellent work of the Policy department partnering with businesses through thought-leadership.”

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Skills News

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Charity News

Inflation Rises as Cost Burdens Loom for Business

Inflation Rises as Cost Burdens Loom for Business

Reacting to the latest inflation data from the ONS, David Bharier, Head of Research said: “While inflation is down considerably from this time last year, the larger than expected uptick in October highlights the continuing price pressures in the economy. Electricity...

BCC News

Inflation Rises as Cost Burdens Loom for Business

Reacting to the latest inflation data from the ONS, David Bharier, Head of Research said: “While inflation is down considerably from this time last year, the larger than expected uptick in October highlights the continuing price pressures in the economy. Electricity...

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Worcestershire News

University CPR Challenge Raises Awareness of Lifesaving Skill

University CPR Challenge Raises Awareness of Lifesaving Skill

A gruelling charity challenge at the University of Worcester saw students and staff undertake 24 hours of continuous CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation). The student-run CPR Training Marathon was designed to both raise money for charity and highlight the importance of...

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Worcestershire Community Foundation Seeks New Board Members!

Worcestershire Community Foundation Seeks New Board Members!

Worcestershire Community Foundation is a local charitable body and one of the leading grantmakers in Worcestershire; we act as a conduit to local philanthropy, linking private and public funders with community projects across the county. We are an accredited member of...

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Herefordshire News

Shell Store triumphs at Midlands property awards

Shell Store triumphs at Midlands property awards

The transformation of the former munitions site in Hereford into a dedicated business incubation centre has triumphed at the top Midlands property awards. The Shell Store, located on Skylon Park, Hereford, won the Commercial Development of the Year category at the...

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Cyber Fringe Festival 2021

Cyber Fringe Festival 2021

Five Days of cyber security related presentations, panels and workshops: 6th to 10th December 2021. After a successful premier in 2020, which featured 42 talks with delegates from 23 countries, the Cyber Fringe Festival is back for a second year. The 2021 festival...

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PAYROLLING BENEFITS IN KIND

PAYROLLING BENEFITS IN KIND

From April 2027, all Benefits in Kind (BiKs) will need to be payrolled in real time. In our latest article, we break down what the new rules mean, how to manage the transitional year, and why early action is essential to avoid disruption later. Our advice is don’t...

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The Limelite Lounge!

The Limelite Lounge!

We’re really excited to be launching a brand-new series of live, relaxed, expert-led sessions, designed to bring you the latest insights and on-the-ground experience that’s shaping people management practices! Please welcome – The Limelite Lounge! These sessions...

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Why Choose Managed IT Services?

Why Choose Managed IT Services?

To be a small business owner is to be a true autodidact. Nothing excites entrepreneurs more than rolling up their sleeves, learning new skills, and engaging in creative problem-solving. While this can-do attitude can serve them very well in business, there are times...

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Meet JP Bookkeeping — Your New Virtual Finance Office

Meet JP Bookkeeping — Your New Virtual Finance Office

As a new member of the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce (HWCC), JP Bookkeeping is excited to introduce its Virtual Finance Office service which manages the full finance function for businesses from start to end. Our strategic, outsourced Finance...

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