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Worcester Law Graduate Becomes Partner Just Four Years After Graduation
After fulfilling her long-held dream of a career in law, a solicitor and University of Worcester graduate has been made partner at a law firm – just four years after graduating. Esme House reached this milestone with Worcestershire-based QualitySolicitors Parkinson...
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Worcester Law Graduate Becomes Partner Just Four Years After Graduation
After fulfilling her long-held dream of a career in law, a solicitor and University of Worcester graduate has been made partner at a law firm – just four years after graduating. Esme House reached this milestone with Worcestershire-based QualitySolicitors Parkinson...
Member News
West Midlands employers honoured with top Defence award for Armed Forces support
Nineteen organisations from across the West Midlands region have been recognised with the Ministry of Defence’s highest Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) honour – the Gold Award – for their outstanding commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community. The...
Custom GPTs: The Next Leap in Business Productivity
Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic idea – it’s quietly transforming how we work. One of the most promising developments is the rise of custom GPTs: AI assistants that can be tailored to an organisation’s own data, language, and way of working....
Patron & Strategic News
Bestselling Authors Caz Frear and Olivia Isaac-Henry to Headline Spooky Fiction Event at The Hive
With the countdown to Halloween now on, bestselling author Caz Frear, creator of the hit Cat Kinsella series, will join fellow novelist Olivia Isaac-Henry for an evening of hair-raising storytelling and writing tips at The Hive. At the free event, on October 15...
Worcester Graduate and Countdown Record Holder to Host Event in City
A former University of Worcester student turned Countdown Champion is inviting people to take part in a day of word and number games inspired by the show. The event is being hosted by Tom Stevenson, who broke two records on the hit Channel 4 programme by achieving a...
Chamber News
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Release the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q3 2024
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has released the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q3 2024, supported by Worcestershire County Council. The Quarterly Economic Survey is a comprehensive analysis of economic data collected from a diverse range...
What would you ask your Local MP?
As a result of the General Election in July, many of the local constituencies have elected a new member of parliament and many residents have not yet had the chance to speak with their MP. Therefore, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce want to give...
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Welcome New Members
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Ansonware – Software development and IT consultancy company Apeiron Consulting Ltd – Portfolio Cheif Financial Officer and Consultancy Attain Auditing Ltd – ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems Lead Auditor...
Welcome New Members
The warmest welcome to our newest Members: Ansonware – Software development and IT consultancy company Apeiron Consulting Ltd – Portfolio Cheif Financial Officer and Consultancy Attain Auditing Ltd – ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems Lead Auditor...
Policy News
Challenging Spring Outlook As Firms Struggle to Bloom
Responding to the Chancellor’s Spring Statement, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today the Chancellor saw a small dip in inflation, however her statement was made against a backdrop of downgraded economic growth for...
Inflation Eases But Volatility Ahead
Reacting to the latest inflation data, published by the ONS this morning, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s data showing the CPI rate slowed to 2.8% in February is good news, but it’s too early to be certain on the...
Skills News
Share your skills and teach in further education
Whether you are an engineer, plumber, lawyer, or anything in between, your industry skills could make you a great Further Education teacher. Your skills are more valuable than you realise. You can start a job in further education (FE) without a degree or any teacher...
Local Apprenticeship Training provider Herefordshire & Worcestershire Group Training Association secure European Social Fund monies for a ‘Skills for Worcestershire’ Project.
HWGTA are committed to delivering the best outcomes possible for young people in Worcestershire and recently secured funding from the European Social Fund (partnered with Worcestershire County Council) which will help to support over 300 young people aged 15-24 into...
Charity News
DRPG Take on Source to Sea Challenges for Charities
As part of DRPG’s 45th-anniversary celebrations, CEO Dale Parmenter and the groups UK Marketing team are trading their usual workdays for the Source to Sea Challenge, an ambitious adventure designed to reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to giving back....
A Free Jungle Book themed event for families at The Courtyard
The Courtyard is hosting a free Jungle Book themed event to celebrate its upcoming Junior Youth Theatre production on Saturday 5 April. There will be a range of fun activities for children and families including Facepainting, Transfer Tattoos, Storytelling (10am),...
UK Trade Stabilises After Tariff Hit
Responding to the latest ONS data on trade, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “UK trade showed signs of stabilising in May as the initial impact of higher US tariffs began to subside. “Services exports and imports showed steady month on month...
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UK Trade Stabilises After Tariff Hit
Responding to the latest ONS data on trade, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “UK trade showed signs of stabilising in May as the initial impact of higher US tariffs began to subside. “Services exports and imports showed steady month on month...
Worcestershire News
Class 25 Set to Make Rare Appearance at the Autumn Diesel Bash
The Severn Valley Railway is pleased to announce that subject to availability, Class 25 no. D7628 will appear at its Autumn Diesel Bash taking place between 3 and 6 October. The locomotive is owned by the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) and can usually be found...
Severn Valley Railway is Finalist in Three Categories for Visit Worcestershire Awards
Staff and volunteers at the Severn Valley Railway have a lot to smile about right now, as the leading heritage line has been selected as a finalist in three separate categories for the 2024/2025 Visit Worcestershire Awards. The railway is in the running to scoop the...
Herefordshire News
Richard Miller – “A Godsend to the people of Herefordshire”
One of the founding members of St Michael’s Hospice has been described as “a Godsend to the people of Herefordshire” following his death, aged 85. Dr Richard Miller saw his dream of bringing hospice care to Herefordshire realised in 1984 when St Michael’s in...
Hereford Production Company Rural Studios Awarded Funding as Part of BBC’s Small Indie Fund
Launched in 2020, the highly contested Small Indie Fund supports the growth of small independent production companies across the UK and will help Rural Studios to scale up its TV ambitions. Rural Studios currently has a returning show on BBC4, “The Read”, recently...
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Poetry Prize Opens Publishing Door for Worcester Graduate
A University of Worcester graduate will launch her new book of poems this week, published following a prize awarded during her degree. Cherine El-Bash has produced a collection of 20 poems under the title ‘The furthest island’, which reflects on belonging and her own...
TSR Delivers Rapid Response at Heart of Worcestershire College After Flood
Students and staff at the Heart of Worcestershire College in Redditch are set to return to fully equipped classrooms after an internal flood disrupted lessons earlier this month. Thanks to the rapid response of mechanical and electrical specialists TSR, essential...
Worcestershire Area Council Updates for September
FINANCE SECTOR The revised FRS 102, effective January 2026, introduces significant changes including full balance sheet recognition of leases in line with IFRS 16, a new five-step revenue model aligned with IFRS 15, and fair value guidance via Section 2A based on IFRS...
Herefordshire Area Council Updates for September
SPORTS AND LEISURE SECTOR Prices remain stable, and the UK-India trade deal should benefit us, though its start date is unclear. We import heavily from India, with low duties on equestrian gear but higher on footwear and clothing. Europe is our weakest market after...
Student to Represent England on World Stage
A University of Worcester student is set to represent her country at the first-ever women’s blind football world championship. Alice Hopkins has been selected for the England women’s blind football squad competing at the IBSA (International Blind Sports Federation)...
Cutting Energy Waste in Compressed Air Systems
Compressed air is often called the “fourth utility” in manufacturing, but it is also one of the most energy-intensive. Industry studies suggest that as much as 30% of compressed air generated is wasted through leaks, poor system design, or inefficient equipment. For...
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