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HCR Law marks strategic growth with record number of promotions
Top 50 UK firm HCR Law has promoted more than 100 colleagues across its business services and private client teams, marking the firm’s biggest promotion round to date. Promotions take effect from 1 April 2026, recognising more than 100 lawyers and support...
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HCR Law marks strategic growth with record number of promotions
Top 50 UK firm HCR Law has promoted more than 100 colleagues across its business services and private client teams, marking the firm’s biggest promotion round to date. Promotions take effect from 1 April 2026, recognising more than 100 lawyers and support...
Member News
Calls For Change to Student Finance Payments
The President of Worcester Students’ Union has joined calls for changes to the way that maintenance loans are paid to students. Ronke Akintan said payments made to university students should be paid monthly to better align with the way wages are received and bills are...
Why Team Dynamics Matter More Than Strategy
January often feels like a fresh start. New goals are set, plans are refined, and organisations look ahead with renewed focus. But while strategy is important, long-term success depends on something far more human: how people work together. When teams struggle, it’s...
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Physician Associate Course Approved at the University of Worcester
The training of Physician Associates at the University of Worcester has received formal approval from the General Medical Council. The University has been running a Physician Associate MSc since 2016, providing high-quality education and training for future healthcare...
June 2025 Tech and Digital Degree Apprenticeship Start Dates Available to Develop Your Next Generation Leadership Team
TDM’s next available Degree Apprenticeship start dates are fast approaching, taking place in June 2025 (with additional Summer start dates available in July, August and September). With both their BA (Hons) Digital Marketing Management and BSc (Hons) Digital and...
Chamber News
Enjoy the ultimate rugby experience and support local life limited children
Worcester Warriors are excited to announce the Worcester Warriors vs Wasps Match Day 2021 On: Saturday 4 December 2021 At: 12.30-5.00pm (kick off 3.00pm) At: Sixways Stadium, Warriors Way, Worcester WR3 8ZE Match Day tickets: £35 per adult, £25 per child. (Children...
BCC November Economic Review
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) recently published their November Monthly Economic Review. This briefing is an analysis of the key domestic and international economic indicators for business. The report also provides a comparison between the economic data...
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BCC comments on Coronavirus
Commenting on the Coronavirus outbreak and its impact on business, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “Businesses are increasingly managing the economic impacts of Coronavirus, from shipping and travel restrictions to increased freight costs and supply chain...
Worcestershire chosen to test benefits of 5G
The West Mercia Rural 5G project, testing and trialling the benefits of 5G in rural areas, will launch on the Wednesday 1 April, following a successful bid which was led by the Worcestershire County Council. 5G will help to continue the progress and development of...
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Charity News
Walk Worcestershire’s waterways for hospice care
Walkers, nature lovers and hospice supporters are being invited to stride out on the St Richard’s Hospice Waterways Walk this summer. Rather than take part on a single day, walkers can choose an 11 or 22-mile route on any day in July or August. Kelly Johns, hospice...
Apex Medical Are Giving Back
Considering what has been happening over the last year and a half Apex Medical Limited, UK Subsidiary of Apex Medical Corp, decided they wanted to give back to the community. The pandemic has had a huge knock on affect on the healthcare system and charities, many of...
Business In The Dark Over Regulatory Avalanche For EU Trade
New research by the BCC has uncovered that the vast majority of businesses are unaware and unprepared for a swathe of fast approaching changes in EU/UK regulations. When asked about their knowledge of a number of changes coming down the track, the survey of more than...
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Business In The Dark Over Regulatory Avalanche For EU Trade
New research by the BCC has uncovered that the vast majority of businesses are unaware and unprepared for a swathe of fast approaching changes in EU/UK regulations. When asked about their knowledge of a number of changes coming down the track, the survey of more than...
Worcestershire News
Worcester waves the purple flag
Worcester city centre has been awarded the prestigious Purple Flag accreditation for its evening and night-time economy (ENTE), following a successful application process by the city. The Purple Flag is a nationwide award; it recognises Worcester as a vibrant...
Major Sustainability Investment for Bromsgrove based firm
Total Metal Recovery Limited, a Bromsgrove-based Ferrous, and Non-Ferrous metal recycling and processing specialist, has made a major investment into an aluminium shredding plant with integrated Eddy-Current separation lines. The family-owned company has taken this...
Herefordshire News
Apreco Successfully Retain EWCL5 Status on their Pressure Relief Vents
Apreco continue to lead the way in the fire suppression market with annual testing of their pressure relief vents. The safety of building structures is of paramount importance to Apreco. Subsequently, their pressure relief vents undergo rigorous fire testing to the...
NMITE introduces Herefordshire’s skills for the future European Social Fund grant to develop Herefordshire as a county of learning
NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) is delighted to have been awarded a European Social Fund grant to develop contemporary careers advice and skills in Herefordshire’s SME and Microbusiness communities. Activities will run through until December...
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US Tariffs To Hit UK Economy
Reacting to news of a 10% tariff on all UK exports to the US and higher tariffs for other countries, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “The Government has kept a cool head so far and must continue to negotiate. This is a marathon not a sprint, and...
Severn Valley Railway names 45699 ‘Galatea’ as Gala guest loco
The Severn Valley Railway has confirmed that LMS Jubilee 45699 ‘Galatea’, currently running as 45627 ‘Sierra Leone’, is the final member of its trio of guest locomotives at the Spring Steam Gala, between Friday 18 and Monday 21 April. ‘We’re delighted to welcome...
What Businesses Need to Know About Child Employment Laws in the UK
Child employment laws in the UK are designed to protect young workers while ensuring their education and well-being are prioritised. Businesses must understand these regulations to remain compliant and offer valuable work experiences. Children can begin working...
Courtyard install aquarium for the summer
The Courtyard is delighted to announce a temporary aquarium will be installed in its Gallery for families to visit for free this summer. To celebrate a year of animal themed productions (The Jungle Book and Animal Farm), The Courtyard is turning its top floor gallery...
Hoople Group Sponsor Marches Family Network Running Team
Hoople Group are delighted to be shirt sponsors for the fantastic team of runners taking on challenges in aid of Marches Family Network this April. Marches Family Network provides activities, services and short breaks for children and young people, aged 0-25 years,...
The Courtyard makes the finals of Visit England Awards for Excellence 2025
The Courtyard is thrilled to announce it is a finalist in the 2025 Visit England Awards for Excellence in the ‘Accessible and Inclusive Tourism’ category. In February, Head of Sales and Marketing Jessica Prosser and Head of Operations Phillip Pearcy attended the Visit...
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