Rural broadband provider Quickline is celebrating the first year of its career insight platform, a free digital resource helping people across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire explore career opportunities, build skills and gain insight into the world of work.
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‘I’d love to see others follow their lead’ – West Hull rugby club’s nature scheme hailed by Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Angus Young reports on the wildlife project at an amateur rugby league club in Hull which is mixing nature with nurture.
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‘Strong Standard’ Ofsted result reflects Clifton Primary School’s commitment to every child
Clifton Primary School, proud to be part of Humber Education Trust, is delighted to announce that it has achieved a ‘strong standard’ across all areas in its recent Ofsted inspection under the new Ofsted framework.
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Siemens extends partnership with Samaritans
Siemens Mobility has announced the extension of its partnership with Samaritans, the charity dedicated to providing confidential emotional support to anyone in distress or at risk of suicide, after significant engagement and fundraising efforts across the business.
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Hull-based eco-cleaning product manufacturer announces impressive sustainability results
Hull-based eco-cleaning product manufacturer Bio-D has announced its impressive sustainability results in its seventh annual Sustainability and Impact Report.
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Amazon Hull team celebrates success with special event
The team at Amazon’s Hull fulfilment centre enjoyed a celebratory event recently at Connexin Live to mark the company’s busiest trading period.
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Hull Trains named ‘Operator of the Year’ at prestigious Spotlight Rail Awards
Pioneering open access operator Hull Trains is celebrating being crowned ‘Operator of the Year’ at the Spotlight Rail Awards in London.
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Driving change: Hull bus operator slashes its carbon footprint
Since the rollout of its electric strategy in 2018, Stagecoach, parent of Hull bus operator, Stagecoach East Midlands, has announced that it has achieved a reduction of 50,230 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions.
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HEY Creative appoints City of Culture champion as new Chief Officer
Cultural partnership HEY Creative has appointed a senior leader at the forefront of the UK’s latest City of Culture as its new Chief Officer.
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IT provider offers free digital health checks to protect businesses against growing cybersecurity threat
A Hull-based IT solutions provider is offering businesses free systems and software health checks to beef up their cybersecurity and defend themselves against the threat of cyberattacks.
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Hull College students prepare to ‘Press to Impress’ with exciting art and design exhibition
Creative talent from Hull College will take centre stage this month as students from the Access to HE Art & Design course unveil a brand-new exhibition celebrating their work.
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Local NHS Trust reaches top spot for Trusts in England
The National Oversight Framework results are produced by NHS England to provide a national view of how Trusts are performing across a range of measures.
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New SEND facility at The Boulevard Academy
A new dedicated SEND unit and resource base has opened at The Boulevard Academy to provide additional support for students with special educational needs.
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Hull Maritime Museum unveils inspiring new wildlife film
To mark World Water Day on Sunday 22nd March, and as part of the exciting transformation of the Hull Maritime Museum, Hull Maritime and Yorkshire Wildlife Trust (YWT) are launching a captivating new film showcasing the rich and diverse wildlife of the Yorkshire Coast.
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Works complete to enhance Hull Marina’s waterfront
Work to create a more vibrant, accessible waterfront at Hull Marina has now been completed, transforming a key area along Humber Dock Street and strengthening its connection with the neighbouring Fruit Market.
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Crime Prevention Fund boosts safety measures across Hull
The latest organisations and communities across Hull that have successfully applied for grants from the Crime Prevention Fund (CPF) have been announced.
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Hull businesses invited to ‘game-changing’ charity event at new immersive sports venue
An educational charity that supports young people across the region is inviting local businesses to take part in a unique fundraising and networking event at Hull’s newest interactive sports venue.
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Region’s visitor economy hits record £1bn high as English Tourism Week gets underway
Hull and East Yorkshire’s visitor spend has topped £1 billion, a new independent economic report for the national tourism agency has revealed.
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New conservation area for Wincolmlee adopted
Hull has a new conservation area after one for the Wincolmlee area was adopted by Hull City Council.
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Cabinet to consider future funding for free school meals in Hull during holiday periods
Senior councillors in Hull are to be asked to consider a recommendation that would continue the provision of free school meals during holiday periods for eligible children.
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Annual cycle safety scheme supports Hull school children to stay safe and stay seen
Hundreds of school children across Hull received free cycle safety equipment over the winter months alongside their cycle training as part of an annual initiative.
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Marketplace event to promote autism acceptance in Hull
A marketplace event designed to promote understanding and acceptance of autism will take place in Hull later this month as part of Autism Acceptance Week.
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The voice of the 80s returns with a swinging celebration of classic crooners and his own timeless hits
Tony Hadley is delighted to announce a brand new UK tour for 2026 – performing classic crooner tracks and Spandau Ballet hits mixed together with some Christmas favourites.
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Middle Child announce first show in new Humber Street theatre
A world premiere about the “taboo” issue of inheritance will open Hull’s newest theatre on Humber Street in May.
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Freedom Festival secures four-year funding for year-round cultural expansion
Freedom Festival Arts Trust (FFAT) has secured funding from the Esmeé Fairbairn Foundation to deliver arts, culture, and heritage activities throughout the year – reaching communities locally, regionally, and nationally far beyond the annual Freedom Festival.
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Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: Daisy Appeal brings world-class scans to Hull and East Yorkshire
March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, spotlighting the UK’s most common cancer affecting over 4,000 Yorkshire men yearly. The Daisy Appeal is proud to announce a game-changing step forward in Hull and East Riding.
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Wilkin Chapman Rollits named Best Place to Work at HullBID Awards 2026
Wilkin Chapman Rollits has been named Best Place to Work at the HullBID Awards 2026, capping off a significant year for the leading regional law firm.
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Yorkshire residents invited to nominate projects to receive £3,000 from Caremark’s Community Care Fund
Caremark, one of the UK’s leading providers of home care, has opened nominations for its Community Care Fund – a new nationwide initiative designed to support local projects that make a positive difference to people’s lives.
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Event to shape Hull’s sporting future
Hull, seen by many as a sporting city, will take steps next week to promote sport in the city up a league.
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Simpler Recycling: Council’s new waste and recycling web app goes live
Hull City Council has officially launched a new waste and recycling web app, so you never miss a bin day again!
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Council’s commitment to tackling domestic abuse in Hull recognised with gold award
Hull City Council’s Neighbourhoods and Housing team has been awarded gold accreditation from the Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA).
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Visit Hull and Hull Trains launch Kings Cross campaign to inspire short‑break travel to the city
Hull City Council’s Visit Hull team and Hull Trains have unveiled a new advertising campaign across London Kings Cross underground and overground stations, encouraging Londoners and commuters to choose Hull for their next short break.
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Victoria Pier poll is now open
Hull City Council is asking residents, businesses, and stakeholders to help shape the future of Hull’s much-loved Victoria Pier.
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Hull City Council call on volunteers to join mass litter clean up
The Council is calling on residents to take part in a mass litter pick, to support Keep Britain Tidy’s Great British Spring Clean campaign, which runs from Friday 13th March to Sunday 29th March.
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Zetron UK announces Dove House Hospice as Charity of the Year
Zetron, a global leader in integrated mission critical solutions, today announced Dove House Hospice as Zetron UK’s Charity of the Year for 2026, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to supporting local communities.
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Yorkshire Dental Suite celebrates two years of transforming smiles in Hull
Yorkshire Dental Suite’s Hull clinic is proudly celebrating their second anniversary, marking two years of delivering exceptional dental care to the local community.
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New funding helps 10 community organisations across Hull
Ten grassroots organisations across Hull have been awarded grants from The Randal Foundation through Two Ridings Community Foundation.
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Football legend Robbie Fowler to headline first Sailors’ Children’s Society Sports Lunch Liverpool
Football icon Robbie Fowler will headline Hull-based Sailors’ Children’s Society’s first Sports Lunch in Liverpool, bringing one of the city’s most famous sporting figures to a major new fundraiser for seafaring families.
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Trio of HTAE learners bring home awards
Three talented learners from Hull Training & Adult Education (HTAE) proudly represented the service at the annual Hull & East Yorkshire Inter-College Electrical Installation & Diagnostics Challenge, each of them collecting an award.
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Simpler Recycling: Council launches free resources to help children learn about recycling
Hull City Council has launched free, ready to use recycling resources, designed to make learning about waste simple for children both at school and at home.
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Hull’s annual cultural conference Cultural Tides returns to Hull Truck this week
Now in its third year, the popular conference attracts members of the culture industry from across the country to listen, learn and share their thoughts on a number of key subjects within the sector.
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Hull bus operator’s climate efforts recognised by global experts
Stagecoach, parent of Hull bus operator, Stagecoach East Midlands, has been recognised for its consistently strong transparency on climate impact and sustainability by global environmental experts, CDP.
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Hull hospitals offer new service for patients with frailty
Patients with frailty are avoiding unnecessary stays in hospital, thanks to a specialist unit at Hull Royal Infirmary.
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Bishop Burton College showcases youth social action in new national pilot
Bishop Burton College has become the first in the country to launch an inspiring project to showcase youth social action and promote enrichment.
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Inspiring Hull Ladies Lunch raises £50,613 for Sailors’ Children’s Society and Smile Foundation
A new record-breaking £50,613 has been raised for charity following the Ladies Lunch held on Friday 6th March 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Hull.
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Alastair Clark’s Record Store Comedy Tour
Comedian Alastair Clark’s acclaimed love-letter-to-record-collecting tours the UK’s best independent record stores.
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Pocklington Arts Centre’s Comedy Festival returns in 2026
Pocklington Arts Centre’s Comedy Festival will return for a second year on Saturday 30th May, building on the success of its inaugural event in 2025.
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Experience the hilarious king of crowd work on the big screen for the first time.
Cinemalive presents an exclusive comedy cinema event in over 350 cinemas nationwide from Friday 17th April.
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All aboard for a cultural weekend in Hull: free travel with Hull Trains
Hull Trains is offering free travel to the city for a bumper cultural weekend, inviting the public to two major events and industry experts to a high-profile culture conference.
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Digital transformation reshaping opportunities for women in manufacturing, Made Smarter Yorkshire insights show
International Women’s Day survey highlights how technology, leadership development and cultural change are accelerating progress.
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NHS Trust hosts sixth form psychology students for interactive event
Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust is committed to building an enduring future in mental health. Psychologists are a vital part of the system and this week the Trust welcomed 45 psychology students from Wyke 6th Form College for an inspiring and informative event with psychological staff in the Trust.
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Children’s charity to celebrate 30 years with landmark takeover exhibition at Artlink Hull | 87 Gallery
Hull and East Yorkshire Children’s University (HEYCU) and Artlink Hull | 87 Gallery have announced a commemorative art exhibition to celebrate HEYCU’s 30th anniversary milestone.
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HullBID businesses celebrate awards success and welcome completion of major transport and heritage projects
A city centre business community joined forces with political leaders to celebrate another year of entrepreneurial success, look forward to the fruition of major investment in heritage and transport projects, and declare Hull open for business.
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Major Hull bus operator urges charities to apply for Community Grants
Major Hull bus operator, Stagecoach East Midlands, has encouraged charities and community groups across the region to apply for support through its ongoing Community Grants programme.
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Ideal Heating welcomes Scarborough TEC students to Hull headquarters
Ideal Heating has welcomed students from Scarborough TEC to its headquarters in Hull, as part of its ongoing commitment to engaging with further education and inspiring the next generation of heating engineers.
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People’s Postcode Lottery players in Yorkshire and the Humber help school feeding charity hit £7 million milestone
Thanks to players, including those in Yorkshire and the Humber, 478,968 children now receive nutritious school meals.
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Quickline switches on digital access across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire
Hundreds of people across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire are gaining vital access to technology thanks to a device donation drive by independent broadband provider Quickline.
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Lovell recognises women shaping the future of construction in Yorkshire
Lovell is marking Women in Construction Week by celebrating the career journey of Emma Morris, whose progression from Customer Service into health, safety and environmental management reflects the growing opportunities available across the Yorkshire and Humber region.
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Employers lead the way as LSIP sets out strategy to meet skills challenges
Employers from a wide range of sectors pooled their experience around training and recruitment to help the Hull and East Yorkshire Local Skills Improvement Plan (HEY LSIP) shape its next proposal to the government for the future of skills development in the region.
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C.H.O.M.P. is supported as Hull bus operator makes ‘neighbourly grant’
Stagecoach, the parent of major Hull bus operator, Stagecoach East Midlands, has supported a local community organisation, which aims to help local people meet their essential food needs, as part of a scheme to distribute community grants across the UK.
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New chapter for HEY! Volunteers as they head into communities
HEY! Volunteering is growing its work across Hull’s neighbourhoods, bringing creative support into local venues.
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Hull Business Expo set to be biggest yet in milestone year
Thousands of business leaders, entrepreneurs and decision-makers are gathering this month for the biggest and most ambitious Hull Business Expo so far.
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More than 1,500 local people involved in Hull’s first-ever ‘Our City’ celebration
Processions, open-air performance and low-noise fireworks finale to transform Queen Victoria Square on Saturday 14th March.
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National Lottery funding propels HEY Confident Futures toward a decade of leadership support
HEY Confident Futures has secured three more years of funding, safeguarding and expanding vital leadership support for charities, community groups and cultural organisations across Hull and East Yorkshire.
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Historic Spurn Lightship restored to former glory and opens to visitors this Saturday
Saturday 7th March marks a significant milestone in Hull’s maritime history as the Spurn Lightship, a beloved symbol of Hull’s seafaring heritage, is unveiled to the public following an extensive restoration programme.
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Hull communities come together at civic Iftar event
Residents from all faiths, cultures and backgrounds came together in Hull during the month of Ramadan at the city’s second large-scale, open community Iftar.
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New Wildlife Watch Trail launches in Capability Brown Parkland at Burton Constable
Burton Constable has introduced a new wildlife walk across its historic Capability Brown parkland, giving visitors of all ages the opportunity to look more closely at the rich variety of wildlife found throughout the landscape.
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Age UK and Hull bus operator celebrate year of charity fundraising
Stagecoach East Midlands, and Age UK are celebrating a year of fund-raising in the region, which has raised over £3,200 for the charity’s work.
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Driffield business announces support for local athlete
A Driffield business is supporting a local athlete as he attempts to beat three Guinness World Records this year.
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Hull Best Start Family Hubs achieve UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative Stage 2 accreditation
Hull Best Start Family Hubs have officially achieved Stage 2 accreditation from the UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative, marking an important milestone in the city’s work to support families and provide high-quality infant feeding and parent-infant relationship care.
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Programme launch events will signal countdown to Humber Business Week
Organisers of Humber Business Week are counting down to the annual festival of business with confirmation of the programme launch presentations on both sides of the estuary.
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Construction firm champions inclusion with women in construction panel in Hull
Yorkshire and Lincolnshire construction firm, Hobson & Porter, has reinforced its commitment to improving gender balance across the built environment by hosting a Women in Construction panel discussion at the head office of Airco in Hull, ahead of Women in Construction Week, which starts this week.
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Discover Chameleon, the new modular bathroom furniture brand, brought to you by Fluidità
Modular bathroom furniture designed for effortless style and flexibility.
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Humber and North Yorkshire Cancer Alliance launches community engagement roadshow to raise awareness about prostate cancer
Humber and North Yorkshire Cancer Alliance will hold a number of community engagement events across the region during March to raise awareness about prostate cancer.
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Spring starts with a punchline at Hull Truck Theatre
A lively line-up awaits audiences this Spring as Hull Truck Theatre showcases a rich variety of outrageous comedians and inspirational dramas! Plus, there will be true crime, film, musical re-imaginings and imaginative family shows that will make for the perfect Easter half term entertainment.
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Humber frontline leaders to drive 10‑year plan for young people
A gathering of 160 youth sector professionals took place at the University of Hull on Wednesday 25 February to discuss the challenges facing young people in the region and what the government’s new National Youth Strategy means for local services.
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Studio Eleven Gallery presents Figure It Out
Figure It Out features a dynamic mix of contemporary ceramics and painting; showcasing the unique voices of Jemma Gowland, Sam Fowler, and Louise Bass.
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Beautician with an eye for detail scoops top award for motor makeovers
A woman who made the switch from eyelash extensions to eye-catching motors to help protect her husband’s business has made her mark in her new industry by winning a major international award.
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WISHH transform staff areas in one of biggest ever projects
Almost £200,000 is being invested in revamping staff facilities across Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, in one of WISHH’s biggest ever projects.
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Humber Freeport secures Government funding to accelerate tax site development
Humber Freeport has received significant Government funding to progress the development of its three tax sites and broaden its support for investors.
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Big event atmosphere has arrived at Cottingham pub, the Hallgate Tavern, following exciting refurbishment
The Hallgate Tavern has undergone an exciting refurbishment, reopening as a ‘Grandstand’ sports pub, following an investment of over £350,300.
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How to structure your business before entering a new market
Expanding into a new market can feel like stepping into a different world. Even the most promising opportunities can hide unexpected costs, from regulatory complexities to tax pitfalls that can drain both time and money.
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Hull Trains highlights the importance of empathy and understanding ahead of World Hearing Day
The top rated long-distance operator Hull Trains has partnered with Hull and East Yorkshire Centre for the Deaf to release an impactful new short film ahead of World Hearing Day (Tuesday 3rd March).
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Sporting brothers boxing clever in search for Hometown Heroes
Sporting legends Tommy and Lewie Coyle have joined forces with KCOM in a search to find Hull’s Hometown Heroes.
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Heathers the Musical returns to Hull New Theatre
Hey-yo Hull! Ready for a new term at Westerberg High? Heathers – The Musical makes a much-anticipated return to Hull New Theatre from Tuesday 16th to Saturday 20th February 2027.
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Hold your nerve as Paranormal Activity heads to Hull New Theatre
Things are about to get spooky over at Hull New Theatre as the chilling theatrical experience Paranormal Activity heads to the city from 20th – 24th April 2027. Originally developed at Leeds Playhouse, audiences in Hull now have the chance to witness the haunting phenomenon that has taken the West End by storm.
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The Full Monty bears all at Hull New Theatre to celebrate 30th anniversary
Looking for some hot stuff to put a spring in your step? The Full Monty makes a welcome return to Hull New Theatre from Monday 22nd to Saturday 27th March 2027.
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Lovell launches The Woodlands in Hessle, bringing luxury family homes to Heads Lane
Lovell has officially launched The Woodlands, a luxury new development on Heads Lane in Hessle, offering a collection of high-quality four and five-bedroom homes designed for modern family living.
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Royal Seal of Approval for Hull College
Hull College is celebrating national recognition after being presented with one of the UK’s most prestigious education honours – the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Higher and Further Education – for its pioneering work with English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) students.
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Tracey Dennison named UK Menopause Nurse of the Year for the second year running as clinic also recognised across national categories
“We want women to know more, expect better and feel confident seeking regulated, expert support during menopause.”
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Decarbonisation and sustainability companies expand into new environmentally friendly Hull premises
Building services engineering company, GW Power and its sister company, sustainability consultancy, C3 Group, have expanded into new headquarters in Hull as part of a major investment totalling more than £600,000.
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Wykeland promotes key quartet to new senior roles
Leading commercial property developer and regeneration specialist Wykeland Group has made a series of internal promotions to strengthen its experienced team.
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Beal teams up with premium skincare brand to bring extra touch of luxury to home-buying experience
Prestige housebuilder Beal Homes has teamed up with an independent maker of natural skincare products to add an extra layer of luxury to the home-buying experience.
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Holiday homes maker Willerby teams up with distributor to promote The Dyers’ Caravan Park
Hull-based holiday homes manufacturer Willerby has teamed up with distributor Southern Counties Leisure to promote a major new Sky series showcasing caravan holidays.
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Hull manufacturer set for digital hire after funded internship boost
A Hull-based manufacturer has accelerated product development and secured new digital capability after welcoming a fully funded graduate intern through the Made Smarter programme.
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Have your say on future SEND support
The Government has launched a national consultation about improving support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
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Green Ginger Digital partners with Naturewall to elevate Paid Social Performance
Beverley-based Independent performance marketing agency, Green Ginger Digital, has been appointed by premium interiors brand Naturewall to lead its Paid Social strategy across Meta, Pinterest and TikTok, marking a new partnership between two Yorkshire-based businesses.
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Oh là là! Hull Philharmonic celebrates French classical greats
A towering orchestral masterpiece will provide a magnificent climax to the Hull Philharmonic Orchestra’s Vive la Musique concert this month.
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Museums Quarter recognised at Yorkshire and Humber Infant Feeding Awards
Hull and East Riding Museum of Archaeology and the Streetlife Museum have been named Most Infant Feeding Friendly Public Place at the 2026 Yorkshire and Humber Infant Feeding Awards.
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Plans submitted for new SEND school in Hull
Hull City Council has submitted plans for a new specialist school in Hull to cater for 125 pupils with severe physical and/or learning difficulties (SLD), whilst also creating up to 100 full‑time equivalent jobs.
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