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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...
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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...
Member News
New Gallery and Studio Space Brings Art to the Hop Market
A space in the historic Hop Market in Worcester has been transformed into a special gallery and studio space, run by a local artist. Lewis Graham, a University of Worcester Fine Art graduate, is curating shows with contemporary artists focusing on the landscape, as he...
Student returns from International Placement with Spanish Sports Club
A student has returned to Worcester after spending time working alongside professional footballers and basketballers at a club in Spain. Sam Amos-Simpson, in his third year studying Sports Therapy at the University of Worcester, has returned from a...
Patron & Strategic News
Dozens of Students Dressed to Impress Thanks to Kind Community Donations
An initiative to help university students dress the part for interviews and placements has proven a huge success. Placements are a big part of courses at the University of Worcester, and students often enter environments where they’re required to dress smartly....
Mini-Mortarboards at the Ready for the Children’s University Graduation Ceremony
Mini-mortarboards and scaled-down gowns were on show at the Children’s University Graduation Ceremony in Worcester. Parents and staff of pupils from Perry Wood Primary School cheered as 94 young students were recognised with certificates, with many proudly taking to...
Chamber News
Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Areterra – Areterra’s aim is to support a growing number of people from the semi-rural area of Worcestershire, suffering from a variety of differing medical conditions including those with learning...
Autumn Statement Provides Much Needed Support for Business Growth.
The Chancellor has published the Autumn Statement, and he has certainly listened to the calls for a focus on business investment and growth. The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) had 3 main asks of the Chancellor: Reform the planning system, upgrade the energy grid...
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We’re so excited to be on board!
Hi all! I’m Corrine, the Office Manager here at Heart Office Supplies Ltd and I just wanted to take this opportunity to introduce our small local business to you all. Heart Office Supplies Ltd started little over a year ago from the humble home of Kyle (our Managing...
We’re so excited to be on board!
Hi all! I’m Corrine, the Office Manager here at Heart Office Supplies Ltd and I just wanted to take this opportunity to introduce our small local business to you all. Heart Office Supplies Ltd started little over a year ago from the humble home of Kyle (our Managing...
Policy News
Inflation eases but rising prices increase pressure on businesses
UK inflation has eased in March, however rising food prices has meant inflation remains higher than expected above 10%, adding to the speculation that the Bank of England will raise interest rates again on Thursday. According to data released from the Office for...
Labour market struggles continue, according to the Office for National Statistics
The UK continues to struggle with labour shortages despite the estimated number of vacancies falling on the quarter, data released today from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has shown. April’s labour market overview revealed that between January and March...
Skills News
Get Ahead in Digital Transformation Bootcamps move people into skilled digital occupations
A Worcestershire coaching company has seen a surge in the number of residents taking their virtually-delivered tech and digital coaching programmes. Since launching the “Get Ahead in Digital Transformation” programme at the end of March 2020, The Development Manager...
Farm Survey 2021 helps Herefordshire understand seasonal workforce needs
The Farm Survey 2021 was carried out in March 2021 for the first time since 2014. During the COVID pandemic it was felt that there was a lack of up to date information about Herefordshire’s seasonal workforce in terms of providing necessary support during an...
Charity News
Hundreds of Runners Help Raise Almost £50,000 for St Michael’s Hospice
Hundreds of fundraisers spent one of the hottest days of the year so far running for St Michael’s Hospice. The Bartestree-based charity says it is likely that Sunday’s RUN Hereford has raised around £48,000. This vital finding will go towards the palliative and...
Severn Vale Home Care’s Double Award Triumph!
In an era where high-quality care for the elderly is paramount, Severn Vale Home Care has emerged as a beacon of excellence. Recently, the prestigious GHP Social Care Awards recognised Severn Vale’s commitment to care by awarding Severn Vale Home Care with the award...
US Trade Deal Provides Welcome Relief
Reacting to news of a trade deal in principle with the US, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “This deal will be met with a huge sigh of relief by many British businesses. “The reduction in the 25% tariffs on most of our automotive exports and the...
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US Trade Deal Provides Welcome Relief
Reacting to news of a trade deal in principle with the US, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “This deal will be met with a huge sigh of relief by many British businesses. “The reduction in the 25% tariffs on most of our automotive exports and the...
Worcestershire News
Ballards LLP’s New Elmley House: A Showcase of Collaboration
Worcestershire’s renowned accountancy firm, Ballards LLP, has recently unveiled their new office, Elmley House, located at the Oakmoore Court site. This architectural accomplishment is the result of a collaboration between three companies: Ballards LLP,...
Oak House Workspace: West Worcester’s Co-working Space is Open for you!
St John’s first co-working space opened in April 2023 and is already welcoming members from Worcestershire’s small business community. They joined the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce in January 2024. Oak House Workspace is a 2,200 square-foot...
Herefordshire News
Sign our petition and make a difference to those suffering from brain tumours
Brain Tumour Research has launched a petition calling on the Government to ring-fence £110 million of current and new funding to kick-start an increase in the national investment in brain tumour research to £35 million a year by 2028. Brain tumours kills more children...
Free ‘Taste of Herefordshire’ Tours At Vineyard For English Wine Week
AN AWARD-WINNING Herefordshire vineyard run by one of the chairmen of Wyevale Nurseries is promoting awareness of regional wine producers and tourism through a series of free tours and tastings as part of English Wine Week next month (Saturday, June 17 to Sunday, June...
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Hazelton Mountford raises over £5000 with charity steps challenge
Worcester based insurance brokers Hazelton Mountford are pleased to share the results of their June Charity Challenge, which saw staff walk an impressive 10.5 million steps and raise over £ 5,000 for charity. Throughout June, colleagues “stepped into...
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...
Dozens of Students Dressed to Impress Thanks to Kind Community Donations
An initiative to help university students dress the part for interviews and placements has proven a huge success. Placements are a big part of courses at the University of Worcester, and students often enter environments where they’re required to dress smartly....
Welcoming Steve Mosson, DRG’s New Head of Projects & Delivery
We’re excited to officially welcome Steve Mosson as the new Head of Projects and Delivery at DRG Interior and Building Solutions, who joined us in June 2025. With over 25 years of experience in construction management, Steve brings a wealth of expertise from leading...
Calibre Wins Best Remote Administrative Agency 2025
Calibre Virtual Assistant Services, ‘Calibre’, a Worcester-based agency founded by multi award-winner Naomi Wachner has been named Best Remote Administrative Support Agency 2025 by the prestigious Facilities Management Awards. This national recognition highlights...
Government Must Harness Retail Investor Optimism
Over half of retail investors (53%) are optimistic about their investments over the next twelve months (compared to 42% in May) 40% of investors expect to increase the amount of money they invest over the next twelve months Younger investors are most confident, with...
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