A former apprentice, who is now a fully qualified joiner with Yorkshire and Lincolnshire construction firm Hobson & Porter, has been recognised for both the quality of his work, as well as going the extra mile for clients.
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Raising Aspirations: New mini documentary highlights Hull car project improving social mobility
Outkast Panda Crew, a Community Interest Company which evolved from a modified car club in Hull, has featured in a new mini documentary. The 11-minute film, funded by The Matthew Good Foundation and produced by INIT Creative, highlights the power held by grassroots organisations to improve inner-city communities, by raising aspirations beyond a life of crime and anti-social behaviour for disadvantaged youths.
Continue readingSix energy tips that will save you the most on your bills
A recent survey carried out by Barratt Developments found that 58 per cent of people in Yorkshire are concerned about the uncertain energy costs when it comes to moving home, reaffirming the need for better energy-efficient homes to lessen homeowners’ worries.
Continue readingFuture Parliament programme aims to mobilise next generation to tackle plummeting voter numbers
A city which has all three of its Parliamentary constituencies in the bottom four of the national league table for general election voter turnout has launched a project aimed at raising political awareness and interest among young people.
Continue readingYoungsters learn about online dangers for Safer Internet Day
Hull youngsters were able to learn about staying safe online when they joined the KCOM Community Team for Safer Internet Day at the MKM Stadium.
Continue readingDove House North Point shop in desperate need of volunteers
The shop boasts a much bigger space for shoppers to grab more bargains, with more stock on offer for their fantastic customers, but since the move to the front of the North Point shopping centre the hospice shop has struggled to gain volunteers to help keep the shop open.
Continue readingHull homelessness charity shares kindness on 8th birthday
Homelessness charity Emmaus Hull & East Riding marked its 8th birthday on Sunday 4 February by calling for kindness to support people in need, as part of an international campaign.
Continue readingThe Hull group changing the world – one free meal at a time
A Hull organisation which wants to ‘build a new society’ is starting by inviting everyone to talk about the world they want – over free food, with a creche provided.
Continue reading“Like becoming part of a family” – Local NHS Trust shines light on benefits and support for staff
Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust is highlighting what makes working with them so special. From close-knit, supportive teams to great employer benefits, hear what truly makes a difference to them at work.
Continue readingRemovals firm helps charity deliver its messages nationwide
A pioneering removals and storage business which has been relocating customers and safeguarding possessions across the country for nearly 30 years is also taking the name of one of the region’s leading charities nationwide after signing up as a corporate supporter.
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