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UK’S FIRST ON-SITE PEDESTRIAN CROSSING TRAINING FACILITY OPENS AT NEW COLLEGE WORCESTER, BUILT THROUGH INDUSTRY COLLABOARTION TO SUPPORT THE VISION IMPAIRED
New College Worcester (NCW), a national residential school for blind and vision impaired young people, has installed a state-of-the-art pedestrian crossing on its campus, believed to be the first of its kind in the UK. The Noel Duffy Pedestrian Crossing provides a...
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UK’S FIRST ON-SITE PEDESTRIAN CROSSING TRAINING FACILITY OPENS AT NEW COLLEGE WORCESTER, BUILT THROUGH INDUSTRY COLLABOARTION TO SUPPORT THE VISION IMPAIRED
New College Worcester (NCW), a national residential school for blind and vision impaired young people, has installed a state-of-the-art pedestrian crossing on its campus, believed to be the first of its kind in the UK. The Noel Duffy Pedestrian Crossing provides a...
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NMITE AND THE BRITISH ARMY UNVEIL DETAIL OF THE NEW UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE IN AUTONOMOUS ROBOTICS
Event attended by Al Carns MP, Minister for the Armed Forces 21 January 2026 – Following on from the December announcement of its new Autonomous Robotics degree, the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) hosted an event today in conjunction...
Ballards strengthens private client capability with senior tax partner hire
(from left to right): Tim Lynch, Private Client Tax Partner, Martin Adams, Head of tax. Ballards LLP has appointed Tim Lynch as Private Client Tax Partner, strengthening its senior advisory capability as part of the firm’s long term growth strategy across...
Patron & Strategic News
A Decade of Work Pays Off: Aspiring Doctor Earns Gold D of E
A trainee doctor spent an afternoon at Buckingham Palace as he was formally presented with his Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. 22-year-old Nathan Scott, first year medical student at the University of Worcester, received his Award from His Royal Highness Prince...
Interior design company secures dream home!
Edward Thomas Interiors has purchased a £2m premises in Redditch National interior design company, Edward Thomas Interiors, has successfully purchased a modern new office and warehouse worth more than £2 million to facilitate its ongoing expansion. Working exclusively...
Chamber News
You Do Better announce 2022 as the year of Public Relations
Member Ruby Edwards, Owner of You Do Better, is sending a shout-out to all businesses to mind their brand by using Public Relations this year. The Worcestershire-based Agency has established themselves as a reputable source of PR for SMEs across the region....
An opportunity for young, local artists
The Courtyard are offering an opportunity for emerging visual artists aged 16–25 with a link to Herefordshire to take part in its latest visual arts project, Cultivate@Courtyard. The chosen artists will be shortlisted by a panel of judges and will then be mentored by...
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Government releases COVID-19 recovery strategy
In his address to the nation yesterday, the Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, outlined a roadmap for the reopening society. Full details of the address were published today and can be found here. The full details of the recovery strategy have now been released and can be...
How is the Coronavirus impacting the UK economy and what will recovery look like?
This is an ever-changing situation and the content here should be read as correct at the date of publication (29.04.20). Poppy Bramford, Policy & Public Affairs Manager, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Where are we now? The...
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Charity News
Go wild with winter safari Snowdrop Ball
Guests are invited to put on their glad rags and support a Worcestershire Hospice for its glitzy, annual fundraising ball. The St Richard’s Hospice Snowdrop Ball will be held at West Midland Safari Park, on Saturday, 27th November. On the night, guests will be treated...
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is Flying High with a Helping Hand from Local Luxury Hand Wash Brand
Redditch-based and family-owned luxury bath and body brand, Baylis & Harding, has bolstered its extensive charitable credentials by supporting Midlands Air Ambulance Charity during the pre-hospital emergency service’s 30th anniversary year. Renowned for luxury...
GLOBAL TRADE MONTH: USA
Calling all Members, the British Chamber of Commerce is inviting you to join this fascinating webinar which will bring together industry figures, government representatives and BCC partners exploring the key opportunities, common issues and best advice for UK food and...
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GLOBAL TRADE MONTH: USA
Calling all Members, the British Chamber of Commerce is inviting you to join this fascinating webinar which will bring together industry figures, government representatives and BCC partners exploring the key opportunities, common issues and best advice for UK food and...
Worcestershire News
ISO Quality Services Ltd Win Southco Special Award!
ISO Quality Services Ltd have won the Southco Special Award for dedication to their workforce’s wellbeing for the second time. As holders of the Level 2 Worcestershire Works Well (WWW) Accreditation, ISO QSL have been leading the way for Worcestershire-based...
Mayor of Pershore’s Tabletop Sale and Raffle in aid of Brain Tumour Research
A local Worcestershire fayre is being held to raise funds for Brain Tumour Research on Saturday 3 December 2022 from 10am onwards at the Pershore Town Hall. A call is being made to all crafters and food stalls who would like to be involved in the fayre to get in touch...
Herefordshire News
Council invests £6m in projects to support the recovery of the local economy and communities
How Herefordshire Council plans to support the county to recover from the impact of Covid-19 has been outlined in a £6million economic and wellbeing recovery plan agreed by Cabinet yesterday (Thursday 24 June 2021). Measures taken to reduce the spread of Covid-19 have...
Hereford secures funding to improve and develop transport schemes
Priority improvements for transport in Hereford have been confirmed with funding for the further development of key schemes, including safer routes to school, walking and cycling network and a new river crossing to the east of the City, approved by Cabinet today...
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Welcome new Members
Warm welcome to our newest Members! C5 Leadership Ltd – Leadership Development Consultancy, Executive (1-2-1) and Team Coach Country & Classic Properties Ltd – Estate Agents Specialising in Period & Character Properties Coventry, Warwickshire and...
Underwoods Hereford Announces Relocation to New Depot at Three Mills Trading Estate
Underwoods Steel Stockholders & Fabrications in Hereford is pleased to announce its upcoming move to a new, larger depot located at Three Mills Trading Estate, Hereford. The relocation is scheduled to take place on 19th May 2025. This move marks an important step...
Medical School Leader Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award
A senior leader at Worcester’s Medical School has been honoured for her contribution to furthering global healthcare. Professor Kay Mohanna, who was born in Evesham and brought up in Upton-on-Severn is the course lead for the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of...
Severn Valley Railway launches ‘Kids for a Quid’ offer this half term
The Severn Valley Railway is making family adventures more affordable than ever with the launch of its ‘Kids for a Quid’ offer for the May half-term holiday from 24 May to 1 June. For just £1 per child, families can enjoy an unforgettable heritage rail journey through...
City Signs celebrates 65 years as Worcester’s leading signage specialist
Leading signage and display specialist City Signs is delighted to mark its 65th year in business. Founder Horace Wilkins first opened the doors to City Signs in 1960 and in 2025 the company continues its strong family roots, with two of his children steering the...
Hewett Recruitment Announces New Charity Partnership with ONSIDE
Hewett Recruitment is pleased to announce a new charitable partnership with ONSIDE, a Worcester based charity, for the next two years. This collaboration reflects our commitment to supporting people in the local community who are experiencing disadvantage,...
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