The University of Hull is delighted and honoured to have been invited to mount a photographic exhibition on the War in Ukraine, in the House of Commons. This exhibition is sponsored by Dame Diana Johnson, MP for Kingston upon Hull North, who describes it as, “a very powerful reminder of the human cost of this war”. The exhibition will be shown in the Upper Waiting Hall of the House of Commons, from 17-22 February 2024.
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Caremark Hull & East Riding wins Home Care Marketing Excellence Award
Caremark Hull & East Riding, a leading provider of home care within the community, has won the Marketing Excellence category in the 2024 Caremark Franchise awards. The title was given to the regional franchise at an annual ceremony held during this year’s Caremark conference, where 126 offices were in the running for awards.
Continue readingNew shows on sale at Hull New Theatre
Hull New Theatre announces three new shows on sale now, with a variety of shows for everyone when magical mayhem, mysterious ghosts, and a motley crew of vampires all head into town.
Continue readingQ&A: Tom Coatham, apprentice at Vic Coupland
Tom Coatham joined Vic Coupland as an apprentice in August 2019. We had a chat with him about his experience working at the local mechanical and electrical engineering company.
Continue readingMiddle Child bring ‘immersive’ wedding play to Stage@TheDock
Hull theatre fans are invited to dig out their favourite wedding outfits as the latest Middle Child show takes over Stage@TheDock in April.
Continue readingKCOM unveils huge banner at start of 120th anniversary celebrations
KCOM has unveiled a huge new banner outside its Hull HQ to kickstart its 120th anniversary celebrations.
Continue readingHull KR delighted to announce exciting multi-year deal
Renowned Rugby League club Hull KR is excited to announce a new multi-year deal with The One Point, an award-winning IT Support firm.
Continue readingLovell Homes opens mini library in Howden
Lovell Homes has worked with local charity Men in Sheds to create a ‘mini library’ for residents at their Saddlers Grange development just in time for International Book Giving Day.
Continue readingCommunities will be at the heart of £5m policy research partnership
Local communities will be at the heart of a regional research partnership which is set to provide evidence for vital decision-making in the Yorkshire and Humber region – to deliver on climate change, inequalities and data gaps.
Continue readingLocal housebuilder donates £3,000 to homeless charity, Emmaus
Barratt & David Wilson Homes Yorkshire East has donated £3,000 to homeless charity Emmaus to enhance their services that help those affected by homelessness in the Hull and East Riding area.
Continue readingBeal hosts ‘Help for Buyers’ event to help house hunters secure their dream home at King’s Fold
Beal Homes is rolling out the red carpet at a special event designed to help homebuyers secure their dream new home at the sought-after King’s Fold development in Hull’s Kingswood Parks.
Continue readingGen Z business leader leaves ego at the door
At just 19, Subhash Chatterjee stands out as the youngest employer in Hull, leading a team of 20 with a business turnover of £1 million.
Continue readingSmile’s new programme to elevate community engagement and CSR
HEY Smile Foundation has launched a new corporate social responsibility initiative, Smile365 Plus. The programme is designed to catalyse community support while providing substantial benefits to participating businesses.
Continue readingGreen accolades to flow as grand finale to Humber’s Offshore Wind Connections
Championing all that is being achieved on the Energy Estuary, the gala dinner event will be the celebratory finale to the Offshore Wind Connections conference, which opens on Wednesday 1 May.
Continue readingTop benefits of agile working
By now you’ve probably heard the term “agile working” being thrown around in conversations. Or maybe you even stumbled upon the hashtag on your Twitter or LinkedIn timelines.
Continue readingHow to have a healthy divorce
If you’ve separated from your partner and are in the process of getting a divorce, this is likely to be a difficult and emotional time for you.
Continue readingHull Trains launches independent report into the benefits its services have brought to the region
Open Access Rail Operator, Hull Trains, announced the launch of a report by the specialist consultancy Arup into the economic benefits that its services have brought to the region, at a key stakeholder event held at Hull Truck Theatre on Wednesday 7 February 2024.
Continue readingCATCH Skills achieves milestone with £1 million in sales
CATCH Skills, a leading technical training provider for the chemical and process-based industries, is proud to announce that the department has reached a significant milestone in surpassing £1 million in sales for the first time in its history.
Continue readingSignificant investment for Lymers Assist
An investment of more than £600,000 has been made by leading transport and storage firm Lymers Assist Ltd.
Continue readingJoiner goes the extra mile for Beverley Housing Charity
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.
Continue readingMKM founder receives CBE from Princess Royal at Buckingham Palace Investiture
MKM Building Supplies founder David Kilburn has been honoured with the prestigious Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) by HRH The Princess Royal at an Investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
Continue readingRaising 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 readingSales soar at Driffield poultry business following TV appearance
The team at an East Yorkshire poultry business is celebrating after an appearance on a national lifestyle and cookery programme prompted unprecedented levels of online sales.
Continue readingYorkshire Wolds brewery invests in a canning line
A Yorkshire Wolds brewery has invested in a canning line in response to customer demand.
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 readingThe Business Culture HEY celebrates 8 years of forging new connections
Making waves in the regional business community since 2016, The Business Culture Hull and East Yorkshire (HEY) is celebrating eight years since being founded by networking specialists Tony and Michelle Bowler.
Continue readingLovell celebrates National Apprenticeship Week
National Apprenticeship Week is a great opportunity to shine a light on the different ways companies celebrate their apprenticeship schemes, and Lovell is no different. The popularity of apprenticeship schemes are on the rise, with 162,320 people participating in apprenticeships in the last academic year (2022/23). This is an increase of over 18% from the previous year.
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 readingHull-based MMA champion returns to action
George ‘Saint’ Staines, professional MMA fighter from Hull returns to the cage on Saturday 20 April, in Birmingham, at OKTAGON 56.
Continue readingTom Houghton announces new tour for 2024 with “It’s Not Ideal”
After an incredible break-out year, the multi-viral, social media sensation, star of Netflix “The Circle” and host of “Very British Problems: Live” and “Bad Manors” podcast, Tom Houghton sets out on his biggest and most hilarious show yet with “It’s Not Ideal”. Tickets go on sale Friday 1 September and are available from honourabletom.com.
Continue reading360 careers evening hopes to reach talent in previously untapped areas of Hull
Hull-based 360 Chartered Accountants is putting on its first ever careers evening to help not only those considering a career in finance, but anyone who needs careers advice.
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 readingRWE celebrates National Apprenticeship Week and launches 2024 Wind Turbine Technician apprenticeship programme
During National Apprenticeship Week, RWE is celebrating the success of its accredited Wind Turbine Technician apprenticeship scheme which is now open for applications for the 2024 cohort.
Continue readingGabrielle announces 2025 UK arena tour
After selling out all 32 nights during last year’s ‘30 Years of Dreaming’ tour, Gabrielle now announces an even bigger run of shows for 2025.
Continue readingInnovative Digital Twin project will transform flooding forecasting and decision-making
A University of Hull project is one of five programmes to harness the potential of digital twinning technology to transform environmental science.
Continue readingMeet the Beal Homes apprentices building the foundations for a bright future
Beal Homes is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week by spotlighting some of the company’s exciting young talents who are building a bright future in housebuilding.
Continue readingHealth and safety in the workplace advice from Rollits
We had a chat with John Ashworth, a Senior Solicitor in the Dispute Resolution Team at Rollits, about how businesses can remain compliant in regard to H&S.
Continue readingIdeal Heating reinvests apprenticeship funding to support local small business
Ideal Heating has thrown its support behind a local independent business, Bell4Business, by funding an advanced level apprenticeship for one of its employees.
Continue readingDriffield brewer celebrates 20 years with Yorkshire Wolds brewery
A cellar manager from Fimber recently celebrated his 20-year anniversary with a Wold Newton brewery.
Continue readingBluestorm strikes gold with award-winning college website
A new website designed and built by Bluestorm Design and Marketing for East Yorkshire’s Bishop Burton College and Lincolnshire’s Riseholme College has won a Gold award at the FE First Awards.
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 readingAhead of Safer Internet Day, how can we better protect families online?
Ofcom’s Children and Parents: Media Use and Attitudes 2023 report revealed that 97 per cent of children aged between three and 17 have accessed the internet. It’s no surprise considering a child’s digital footprint begins before they’re even born. With Safer Internet Day around the corner on February 6, SIM-only mobile provider spusu offers tips for keeping young people safe online.
Continue readingHull KR and Sewell Group agree naming rights extension
Hull KR and Sewell Group are delighted to announce a multi-year extension to the club’s prestigious stadium naming rights partnership until the end of the 2025 season.
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 readingDanny Beard comes to Hull Truck Theatre
The winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK Season 4, Danny Beard, has a brand-new tour for 2024. The show, ‘Straight Expectations’, will see Danny and their full live band perform a night of killer vocals, snappy comedy, put downs and pick-me-ups.
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.
Continue readingUniversity Centre Bishop Burton announces exciting new collaboration with SFS International
University Centre Bishop Burton (UCBB) is delighted to announce an innovative collaboration with soccer and education organisation SFS International, where students will train and play soccer with SFS, whilst studying towards a Sports and Exercise Science degree with UCBB.
Continue readingApprenticeships helping hospitals to ‘grow their own’ staff
Hospital staff are celebrating after more than 800 people have successfully completed an apprenticeship, which has helped them into their chosen career over the last seven years.
Continue readingHull College students set to study in St. Lucia thanks to Turing Scheme funding success
Hull College has been successful in its bid to be part of the UK’s global programme that will enable its students to experience studying abroad for free.
Continue readingSetting up your business premises: A checklist for new entrepreneurs
Starting your entrepreneurial journey is an exciting experience and one of the most exciting steps is choosing your first business premises. This checklist is designed to guide you through the essentials, ensuring you cover all the bases for a smooth start.
Continue readingThinking about growing your own fruit and veg? Here are some top tips
Embarking on the journey of growing fruits and vegetables offers an immensely rewarding and fulfilling experience. This pursuit is not just for those with a green thumb; it’s a journey where everyone can participate, regardless of their gardening experience.
Continue readingAdvice from Rollits on how to sell your business
We had a chat with Josh Hobson, a Solicitor in the Corporate Team at Rollits, to find what’s involved when selling a business.
Continue readingChair of Hull Pride announces departure after five successful years
Pride in Hull, a leader in the advocacy of LGBT+ rights and inclusion, and renowned for its spectacular annual LGBT+ Pride event, will undergo a significant change in leadership. Jamie Lewis, the Chair of Trustees, is stepping down at the end of January, marking the end of an impactful five-year tenure. The charity is delighted to announce that Andy Train, a respected member of the board, will succeed Jamie as the new Chair.
Continue readingBreast screening unit finds new home at Driffield Showground
A health screening service which had to leave Driffield in 2021 has found a new home in the town.
Continue readingCrime prevention pot funds 30 projects in first year
Community projects including playing field improvements, education projects, lighting for public spaces, CCTV and traffic safety initiatives are among 30 projects funded by Hull City Council’s Crime Prevention Fund in its first year.
Continue readingHit musical searches for next generation of talent
The casting team of Dear Evan Hansen, in collaboration with TikTok, are searching for the next generation of talent to star in the first ever UK tour of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy award-winning musical, which heads to Hull New Theatre from 22-26 April 2025.
Continue readingShortlist revealed for 2024 HullBID Awards
Businesses in Hull city centre are buzzing with excitement after HullBID announced the shortlists for its awards, which are now in their tenth year.
Continue readingNew directors appointed to drive growth at Diony
Hull-based digital marketing agency, Diony, has announced the appointment of two new directors to fuel its future success and ambitions.
Continue readingCalum Scott to headline new Live From The Yard series with huge hometown show
Music fans can look forward to immersing themselves in a lively weekend of music, artisan food and community spirit as the inaugural Live From The Yard concert series descends upon Hull’s Zebedee’s Yard this summer.
Continue readingHull’s Women in Business announces new Chair
Women in Business is delighted to announce the appointment of Caroline Neadley as its new Chair.
Continue readingHDM Solar secures significant eight figure funding led by Angel Invest and DF Capital
HDM Solar, one of the UK’s fastest-growing wholesalers of renewable energy products, has announced a major £10.2m funding boost led by a multi-million pound equity investment from Angel Invest in Berlin and supported by UK-based DF Capital.
Continue readingLexus dealership will help steer Power Hour into the fast lane
A series of free business events set up to drive the development of the region’s digital economy has shifted up a gear by securing its first corporate partnership.
Continue readingPace wins new international client
Hull-based Pace Communications has been selected as the UK marketing partner for Trex Company (NYSE:TREX), the world’s largest manufacturer of wood-alternative composite decking and railing, and leader in high-performance, low-maintenance outdoor living products.
Continue readingHEY Creative appoints Chief Officer to accelerate region’s cultural development
Culture partnership HEY Creative has appointed experienced arts consultant Max May as Chief Officer to drive new cross-sector collaborations across the region’s creative sector.
Continue readingNHS Trust recruitment event sees over 1,000 local people apply for roles
Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust recently held a Healthcare Support Worker recruitment event at Princes Quay Shopping Centre. On Wednesday 24 January, during the four-hour long event, Trust staff engaged with over 1,000 members of the public interested in applying for a role in the NHS.
Continue reading‘Moore’ gains for private client team at regional law firm
Highly regarded private client solicitor Hugo Moore has joined Williamsons Solicitors as it looks to develop its leading wills and probate service.
Continue readingUniversity of Hull research shines a light on global cultural relations and shows Liverpool legacy redefines Eurovision
University of Hull research – commissioned by the British Council – shows that Liverpool’s legacy redefines Eurovision for future host cities and reveals the contest’s impact on global cultural relations.
Continue readingEssential resources and suppliers for DIY enthusiasts in Hull
Hull, a city steeped in maritime history, has become a hub for DIY enthusiasts. With a growing interest in home improvements and personal projects, the need for reliable and diverse DIY resources is more prominent than ever. From quaint hardware stores to specialist suppliers, Hull caters to every aspect of the DIY spectrum, ensuring your projects not only start off on the right foot but also reach a successful completion.
Continue readingVital ways commercial property owners can ensure safety in their premises
Safety in commercial properties is a paramount concern for owners and managers. Ensuring the welfare of employees, customers, and visitors is not just a legal obligation but also a moral responsibility. A safe environment fosters trust, enhances reputation, and contributes to the smooth operation of any business.
Continue readingEYG Commercial enjoys bumper start to year as installations on high-quality housing developments drives growth
Commercial glazing specialists EYG has enjoyed a bumper first quarter of its new financial year having already secured orders worth more than half the total value of contracts over the previous 12 months.
Continue readingGrant window open to apply for grassroots sports funding from 360 Foundation
The 360 Grass Roots Foundation has re-opened applications to help financially disadvantaged children access grassroots sports in Hull.
Continue readingHull pupils take on Hymers College Science Challenge
More than 50 students from schools across Hull and the East Riding headed to Hymers College this week for their inaugural Science Triathlon.
Continue readingThe Godber Theatre Foundation open for new applicants
The Godber Theatre Foundation, which helps young people from Hull and East Yorkshire break into the theatre industry by offering them mentorship, exclusive masterclasses, workshops and invitations to events, is now open for applicants for its 2024 year.
Continue readingStage4Beverley festival gears up for another great event
Stage4Beverley will soon be upon us, bringing some top music, dance and poetry to Beverley to brighten up the dark winter months with leading national performers as well as the best of emerging artists.
Continue readingPhotography returns to Humber Street Gallery with You and Me in HU3
You and Me in HU3 is a new, building-wide exhibition coming to Humber Street Gallery in February. The show will be the gallery’s biggest photography exhibition since 2017’s Hull, Portrait of a City by Olivia Arthur and Martin Parr. It presents the HU3 area of Hull through the lens of two photographers – and friends – George Norris and Russell Boyce.
Continue readingLifesaving opioid overdose antidote could be made more easily accessible under new plans
East Yorkshire substance misuse recovery charity welcomes overdose antidote plans from the Department of Health & Social Care.
Continue readingFolk/rock supergroup The Magpie Arc at Junction, Goole
The Magpie Arc is a cross-Border band out of Sheffield, Arran and Edinburgh featuring the multi-award-winning talents and wide musical influences of Nancy Kerr, Findlay Napier, Tom Wright, Alex Hunter and UK folk legend, guitarist Martin Simpson.
Continue readingIdeal Standard and Bathrooms By Annandale join forces to bring Atelier Collections to Hull
Ideal Standard’s Atelier Collections have landed at Bathrooms By Annandale. The Italian-inspired collections offer a variety of stunning pieces that have been designed to make a splash in your bathroom. Bathrooms By Annandale’ Hull showroom is the perfect space to experience these pieces in the flesh, with their team of experts helping you craft your dream bathroom from start to finish.
Continue readingHull College’s campus transformation project welcomes iconic KCOM telephone boxes
Hull College has taken a significant step forward in its ongoing campus transformation project, embracing the city’s history with the addition of two iconic cream K6 telephone boxes generously donated by KCOM.
Continue readingA loft-y gesture: Timloc’s grand total donation soars for Hull Samaritans
Timloc Building Products, part of the Alumasc Group plc, raises an incredible £2,500 for Hull Samaritans following fundraising initiative.
Continue readingHull Bus Alliance announces calendar of events to engage with passengers across the city
A series of informal drop-in sessions will take place across Hull in 2024 to help enhance bus services and grow passenger numbers in the city.
Continue readingBoo Hewerdine and Jenny Sturgeon ‘Outliers’ album release tour at Wrecking Ball
‘Outliers’ is the new self-titled album from Jenny Sturgeon and Boo Hewerdine.
Continue readingLuxury apartments at The Academy which are amongst the ‘very best in Hull’ and ideal for professionals on market to rent
Some of Hull’s most luxurious apartments – in a development ‘finished to the highest of standards with fantastic attention to detail’ – have been made available for let.
Continue readingAlbion Square CDC image revealed
The first striking image of how Hull’s new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at Albion Square could appear has been revealed.
Continue readingHull rapper to perform at Connexin Live this March
Emerging Hull rapper Cameo Brooks has been selected to open for chart-topping MCs Bad Boy Chiller Crew.
Continue readingFour ways the economy has affected the housing market in the UK
According to latest data published by the Land Registry, average house prices in the UK have decreased by 0.6% in 2023, falling slightly to £288,000 in October 2023, £3000 lower that the year before.
Continue readingEnjoy seamless connectivity with spusu WiFi calling
Mobile operator spusu has officially launched WiFi calling across all its mobile plans. Following its entrance into the UK market in summer 2023, this strategic move underscores spusu’s commitment to delivering unparalleled connectivity solutions to its customers, reshaping the landscape of telecommunications in the United Kingdom.
Continue readingHull Freedom Quarter provides new venues for Trinity Rebooted Festival
A street which only had one bar 18 months ago is staking its claim as the city centre’s newest party destination by providing three venues for the next round of HullBID’s free live music festival.
Continue readingSpencer Group starts work to create new permanent berth for historic lightship
Leading engineering company Spencer Group has commenced work to create a new permanent home for an iconic vessel.
Continue readingRestoration of Hull landmark begins to breathe new life into key city centre site
A £2m restoration project to revive Hull’s historic Castle Street Chambers building and former Earl De Grey pub has begun.
Continue readingBeal dials up the style with enhanced interior design service for home buyers
Family-owned Beal Homes is taking its unique, in-house design service to even greater heights.
Continue readingCouncil grants help to propel The Whoopie Bakery
Social media presence, particularly on Instagram, can provide a huge platform for a local business in the current digital age.
Continue readingLocal housebuilder reports significant contributions to Yorkshire communities in 2023
Barratt Developments Yorkshire East, which includes the Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes brands, has reported significant social, economic and environmental contributions to the Yorkshire communities in which it builds over the course of the last year. This includes Hull, in line with its developments within the area.
Continue readingHull safety giant secures national award for supporting staff to choose sustainable travel options
One of Hull’s most notable businesses has received national certification for its workplace travel plan, which encourages and supports its workforce to walk, cycle and use public transport for their daily commute.
Continue readingPrinces Quay to host the first ever Hull Business Expo
The Business Culture Hull and East Yorkshire (HEY) is currently organising its first ever Hull Business Expo, which will take place inside Princes Quay Shopping Centre on Wednesday 10 April 2024.
Continue readingCirque The Greatest Show to visit Connexin Live later this year
The show, which promises ‘where Musical Theatre Meets Circus’, visits for a matinee show on Saturday 19 October.
Continue readingOur Strength Is In Our Connection announces the start of Trees of Hope
Aiming to spread positivity and uplift the community during these final dark months of winter and these challenging times, Trees of Hope is a citywide community project decorating trees across Hull with symbols and messages of hope and resilience. Hope will then be turned into action; for every tree decorated, they will plant a new tree.
Continue readingCelebrating 15 years of progress: A landmark day for East Riding Community Hospital
Fifteen years ago, on this very day, 20 January, a historic agreement unfolded that would shape the landscape of healthcare in Beverley.
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