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These sponsorship announcements have been followed by a limited edition Chip Spice pot for both teams. Its first limited edition Hull City-themed Chip Spice pot sold out in record time – less than 24-hours – when it was launched in December 2021. These two pots join another limited edition currently on sale for The Deep’s 20th anniversary, which is on sale exclusively from the aquarium’s store and website.

Arco supports Ron Dearing UTC students in new mentor project to encourage the next generation of cyber security experts

by editor15 December 2022

The UK’s leading safety company, Arco, is donating IT equipment and sharing the expertise of its colleagues as part of a new employer-led project to mentor students at Ron Dearing UTC and offer them ‘hands on’ learning in cyber security.

New Hull dance film aims to turn the tide for women in renewable energy

A stunning new dance film set in Hull features in a new exhibition held at Hessle’s Aura Innovation Centre.

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MS3 Networks backs three festive charity initiatives

Full fibre broadband infrastructure provider MS3 Networks demonstrates its support for the local community with a string of donations to help those struggling most this winter. The fibre broadband network operator based in Kingston-upon-Hull aims to offer the region with more choice over broadband provider, in order to help bring down the cost of internet bills for homes and businesses.

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Shop local this Christmas

An East Yorkshire firm is urging households and businesses to consider shopping local this Christmas to support regional food and drink producers.

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Local homebuilder reports significant contributions to Yorkshire communities in 2022

by editor15 December 2022

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 […]

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Christmas on track as Siemens Mobility brings festive cheer to families in Goole

Siemens Mobility has donated thousands of pounds worth of toys and treats and staff have volunteered their time to bring festive cheer to underprivileged children and families in Goole.

Grassroots project launches in Hull to help children access rugby for free during cost-of-living crisis

by editor11 December 202211 December 2022

As the cost of living continues to rise, a new project is being launched in Hull to encourage local children to try out rugby – while getting a hot meal and help with homework at the same time.

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Move to court-side location will drive next phase of expansion for fast-growing chambers

by editor11 December 2022

A barristers’ chambers which was only founded two years ago is on the move to new premises with the space to support its ambitious growth plans.

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Quickline shares festive cheer with ‘12 Days of Quickmas’

Rural broadband provider Quickline is celebrating the festive season by giving back to its community and customers.

Giacom gives Hull primary school children once-in-lifetime London experience

by editor11 December 202211 December 2022

Leading Cloud services provider Giacom has given primary school children from Hull an unforgettable experience in London.

Tis’ the season of goodwill as KCOM back a trio of local charities

by editor7 December 20227 December 2022

KCOM is bringing Christmas cheer to three local charities this year as it focuses on helping those struggling with the cost of living crisis.

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Hull construction firms scoops top national award

by editor7 December 20227 December 2022

Hull-based construction firm, Hobson & Porter, has seen off fierce competition from some of the biggest names in the industry to scoop the prestigious ‘People Development’ accolade at the national and highly acclaimed Constructing Excellence Awards.

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Lovell Homes to treat house-hunters to £5k towards new dream home

by editor7 December 2022

House-hunters in the East Riding of Yorkshire are being offered the chance to make their new house a home with £5,000 towards a professional interior designer or landscape gardener.

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Hull investor puts final touches on first city centre apartment development as work begins on second project

by editor7 December 2022

A Hull businessman is putting the finishing touches to his first residential development in the city – and beginning work on his second – after completing his latest property purchase this week.

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Key worker deposit scheme launched in Hull

Key workers in Hull can now receive a deposit contribution of up to £15,000 towards a new home thanks to Barratt and David Wilson Homes’ new Key Worker Deposit Contribution scheme.

Applications open to apply for grassroots sports funding from 360 Foundation

The 360 Grassroots Foundation, set up to help children participate in grassroots sports in Hull, has today opened applications for funding for the first time since receiving charitable status.

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Cloud services provider Giacom and CEO Mike Wardell triumph at industry awards

Fast-growing cloud services provider Giacom has been named Cloud Company of the Year, with CEO Mike Wardell also receiving a prestigious personal accolade.

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Tech campus transformation continues with construction underway on final building

Seven years of transformational development at Hull’s game-changing tech campus is continuing with construction underway on the final office building.

Cupboard clear-out inspires young lawyers to launch food drive

A young lawyer’s cupboard clear-out has kickstarted a campaign to encourage colleagues and clients to support food banks in the run-up to the festive season.

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Professionals press on with charity push-ups challenge

A team of local business professionals are pressing on with their part in a million pound plus nationwide charity push-ups campaign after each hitting their target by the deadline of the end of November.

Hull KR recruit leading businessman to chair dynamic new board as club prepares for lift-off

One of the biggest names in rugby league has announced the appointment of a high profile figure from the world of business to the role of Chair as it brings in new levels of expertise to prepare the club for “lift off”.

Ron Dearing sporting students shine on regional, national and international stage

by editor6 December 2022

Four students from Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC) are excelling in their sporting fields, including two representing their country on the world stage.

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Willerby builds on success by promoting homegrown talent to leadership roles

UK holiday homes industry leader Willerby has invested in internal talent with a reorganisation of its senior team and a raft of promotions to drive the business further forward.

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The Hull trio leading the way in STEM industries

by editor29 November 202230 November 2022

Three Hull women in engineering are celebrating after being recognised for their huge contribution to one of the city’s biggest employers.

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Triple success for Considerate Constructor

Sewell Construction has won three awards at the recent Considerate Constructors Leading Lights Awards, the Mental Health, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Awards, as well as the overall Site Award Workforce Category.

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New recruit as medical law firm continues expansion

A Yorkshire-based law firm which specialises in clinical negligence has added to its team with the recruitment of Legal 500 recognised solicitor, Lynsey Furley.

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Poorboy Boutique brings premium vintage clothing to Flemingate this Christmas

Vintage clothing brand Poorboy Boutique has opened a new pop-up store at Beverley’s thriving Flemingate Shopping Centre.

Cottingham’s Tiger Inn awarded Best Compliance Award

by editor29 November 20227 December 2022

Cottingham’s Tiger Inn has won the award for Best Compliance at Craft Union Pub Company’s Operator Awards 2022.

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MP visits Hull firm at the heart of heating decarbonisation

Dame Diana Johnson, the Hull North MP, visited one of the city’s biggest employers, Ideal Heating, last week to find out about how it is leading on the transformation of homes across the UK.

Spencer Group set to deliver new home for iconic vessel as part of major maritime regeneration project

by editor22 November 202222 November 2022

Hull-based engineering company Spencer Group is delivering a new permanent base for an iconic vessel as part of a major regeneration project in its home city.

How Rollits supports the local community

Following Rollits being shortlisted for the Hull Live Awards in the Business in the Community category, we had a chat with Pat Coyle, Director of Marketing and Client Relations, about how the law firm supports the city and region.

Over £2000 raised at charity sporting dinner

Over £2000 was raised for people with visual and hearing impairments at a charity sporting dinner organised by Yorkshire-based financial advisers Navigation Wealth Management.

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Arco partners with Hull and East Yorkshire Children’s University

by editor21 November 2022

Arco, the UK’s leading safety company, has partnered with Hull and East Yorkshire Children’s University (HEY CU), a local children’s charity that aims to raise the aspirations of young people by building their confidence with unique learning experiences.

Willerby sustainability champion joins panel of experts at major Yorkshire climate summit

by editor21 November 2022

Holiday home manufacturer Willerby’s sustainability champion joined a panel of business leaders at a major climate summit to discuss how companies can develop their own plans to cut carbon emissions.

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Pure Block Management chosen to manage historic Hessle property

by editor21 November 2022

Hull-based property firm Pure Block Management has been appointed to provide professional management services at Mentone House in Hessle, once the home of one of Hull’s most famous historic figures.

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Hundreds build a solid foundation for a career in construction thanks to Foundations Live

More than 600 students of all ages and over 200 industry professionals attended Foundations Live 2022 – one of the north of England’s biggest construction, trade, networking, and careers events.

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Inspirational women across Hull and East Yorkshire recognised at long-awaited Women of Achievement Awards

The winners of the Women in Business (WIB) Women of Achievement Awards (WOAA) were recently announced at a ceremony held at the Mercure Hotel, Willerby.

HEY Smile Foundation announces appointment of new CEO

Jamie will take over the reins of the charity from Andy Barber who has been in the role since Smile’s inception in 2008.

Leading businesses employ dozens of former Ron Dearing UTC students in host of exciting roles

Dozens of former Ron Dearing UTC students have embarked on exciting career paths for the fourth consecutive year, securing apprenticeships and employment with leading businesses.

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Yorkshire-based luxury jewellers Berry’s wins coveted WatchPro awards

Berry’s Jewellers shone at the awards and secured Family-Owned Watch Retailer of the Year and Retail Leadership Team of the Year.

World Cup Fever and the potential employment impact for employers

Bosses across the region are being urged to get their tactics right or risk a rush of World Cup own goals and red cards in the workplace.

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Repeat recognition for Rollits in Chambers legal rankings

by editor15 November 202215 November 2022

A leading law firm has reinforced its strong credentials across its practice areas with a series of recommendations in the latest Chambers and Partners UK legal directory.

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Advice from Rollits to combat the cost of living crisis

We spoke to the local law firm about how businesses can become more resilient.

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Hull business awarded in Yorkshire and Humberside Family Business Awards

Hessle-based company, the John Good Group, attended the Yorkshire and Humberside Family Business Awards, with the first-class celebration held on Friday 11 November at the Headingley Stadium, Leeds.

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Property industry leaders join Wykeland Board to support next phase of growth

Property industry heavyweight Paul Millington has become the new Non-Executive Chair of leading Yorkshire commercial developer Wykeland Group.

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HullBID talks tech with KCOM Chief Executive

by editor14 November 2022

HullBID seized the opportunities presented by a major festival of technology to connect with a communications and IT services pioneer in supporting city centre businesses.

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Young entrepreneur awards to recognise achievements of Malcolm Scott

A prominent businessman who died recently is to be remembered for his innovation and his support for young people with an award in his name to mark Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW).

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HullBID challenges city centre business to shine at its 2023 awards

by editor14 November 2022

City centre businesses are again being offered the chance to shine as the countdown to the HullBID Awards 2023 begins today.

PBS backing the Black and Whites in 2023

PBS Construction will continue to back Hull FC during the 2023 season after agreeing two separate commercial partnerships with the club.

Callum Akester completes memorable season

by editor11 November 202211 November 2022

PBS-sponsored golf starlet, Callum Akester, has just completed a memorable season on the Rob Rock Junior Golf Tour.

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Active+ appoints local radio breakfast presenter as Events Manager

by editor14 November 2022

Active+ has appointed a local radio breakfast presenter as Events Manager to drive business to The Woolsheds, their function suite, and the centre as a whole.

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East Yorkshire marketing agency up for prestigious UK marketing award

Hull-based agency Assured Marketing has been shortlisted at the upcoming 2022 UK Search Awards.

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Quickline closes digital divide for 2,000 left-behind communities

by editor9 November 2022

Quickline Communications has provided 2,000 rural communities with fast and reliable broadband in just 12 months – helping to tackle the digital divide in access to the Internet.

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Harris Lacey and Swain Chartered Accountants appoint two new Partners

by editor9 November 20229 November 2022

Hessle-based Yorkshire accountancy firm Harris Lacey and Swain have appointed two new Partners to continue their growth and service development.

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Hull gift firm launches festive football sweepstake baubles

by editor9 November 20229 November 2022

A Hull-based gifts company are providing a new dimension to this month’s office sweepstakes with their new football flag baubles.

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Beal helps key workers secure their dream new home

by editor9 November 20229 November 2022

Family-owned housebuilder Beal Homes is helping key workers make their dream move by contributing up to £12,500 towards their deposit.

Flowers and food add to the pulling power of Paragon Arcade

by editor8 November 20229 November 2022

A fanfare of flowers has signalled the next round of changes at a popular Victorian arcade in Hull city centre.

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Businesses brief Emma Hardy MP as part of her Big Conversation

by editor8 November 20228 November 2022

Skills, staff shortages and the cost of living were some of the issues raised with Hull West and Hessle MP Emma Hardy as businesses in the constituency joined her Big Conversation.

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Royal appointment kicks off double celebration for Sewell Group

by editor8 November 20228 November 2022

A homegrown business which dates back to 1876 and now employs 500 people celebrated in style after receiving two major awards on the same day.

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The benefits of hiring a virtual personal assistant

by editor8 November 20228 November 2022

The services of a virtual personal assistant are as versatile as they are valuable. Read on to discover how hiring a virtual PA can help you to continuously improve both your business and your personal life.

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HETA digs deep to provide £5.5m engineering training centre

by editor30 October 202230 October 2022

Work is under way on construction of a £5.5m engineering training centre which will play a key part in the drive to attract further investment into a transformational development site south of the Humber.

Power Hour to address cost of living crisis and drive food bank support

by editor30 October 202230 October 2022

A digital marketing forum will focus on the rising cost of living at its next event with advice on maximising shrinking budgets, the lure of free pizza and a collection for food banks in Hull.

Duo behind successful Hull Italian restaurant Gusto open new village venture

by editor29 October 202229 October 2022

The duo behind acclaimed Hull Italian restaurant Gusto have announced they have sold the business and opened an exciting new venture.

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New, tee-rific student offerings announced at Lost City Adventure Golf

by editor28 October 202228 October 2022

Hull-based Lost City Adventure Golf has announced its new, tee-rific student offerings to welcome new undergrads to the city.

CatZero charity gets a £50,000 boost from the Matthew Good Foundation

by editor28 October 202228 October 2022

The Matthew Good Foundation has donated £50,000 to CatZero, a Humber-wide charity committed to making a lasting positive and personal change in the lives of children, young people, families, and adults.

MS3 Networks announces sponsorship of Hull & East Yorkshire Powerchair Football Club player

by editor27 October 202227 October 2022

Ultrafast full fibre wholesale broadband provider MS3 Networks continues to support the local community with its latest sponsorship of local powerchair footballer, Kai Gill.

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Family jewellers Hugh Rice has been appointed a Rolex Authorised Service Centre

by editor25 October 202226 October 2022

Hull-based jewellers Hugh Rice is proud to secure a prestigious Rolex accreditation which means it can now service Rolex watches in-house at its Authorised Service Centre. The achievement recognises the high standards set by the family jewellers and its partners at Rolex.

Hull entrepreneur launches online platform to buy and discover regional produce

Hull-based entrepreneur, Phil Benson, has launched Locio, a new online shopping platform created to make the process of buying local and supporting regional businesses as simple as possible.

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‘Wonderful’ generosity of Hull businesspeople will help children in poverty this winter

Hundreds of children are set to benefit from the generosity of Hull’s business community which dug deep at an annual charity event.

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Construction firm gets top marks

Yorkshire and Lincolnshire construction firm, Hobson & Porter has carried out more than £2.7m worth of refurbishment works in the education sector, while schools and colleges have been closed over the holidays.

Adrenaline-filled ninja assault course opens at Flemingate as Jump Inc expands indoor playground

A ninja-style assault course has opened at Beverley’s Flemingate centre, offering a thrilling new experience for adults and children alike.

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Trainees choose Rollits after completing work experience

by editor25 October 202226 October 2022

Leading law firm Rollits LLP has announced the appointment of two new trainee solicitors who were both attracted to apply by their experience of work placements with the firm.

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Jupiter IT steps up cyber security after space probe leads to new offices

by editor25 October 2022

An IT support business has reinforced its status as a cyber security specialist by making protection the priority with a move to a new home.

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Mayor of Hull officially opened UK’s leading varicose vein clinic, Veincentre

The Mayor of Hull, Councillor Christine Randall, officially opened the UK’s leading clinic Veincentre today at 12.30 and cut the ceremonial ribbon to welcome the clinic to the city.

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Yorkshire in short supply: Despite 100% growth in roles, logistics is threatened by a recruitment crisis

Yorkshire is one of the biggest homes to the UK’s logistics sector, but 93% of all logistics businesses are significantly struggling to fill available roles as new research reveals that 90% of the UK population has never considered a career in logistics, despite it holding 4% of the UK’s job market.

The Waterline Summit paves the way to prosperous green future with shared Humber vision

The region’s flagship climate change summit has brought the Humber together behind a shared vision for a prosperous net zero future.

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Beal Homes Chief Executive receives property personality award

by editor19 October 2022

Beal Homes Chief Executive Richard Beal has been named Property Personality of the Year at a prestigious awards event.

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Hull manufacturer investing as orders from UK and overseas secure work well into 2023

A Hull-based manufacturer is investing back into the business having secured increasing work both in the UK and overseas in 2022 – ensuring a healthy order book well into next year.

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Hull business finalist in Yorkshire and Humberside Family Business Awards

Hessle-based company, the John Good Group, are finalists for the Haulage and Logistics, Best Social Impact and Employee of the Year categories for the Yorkshire and Humberside Family Business Awards 2022.

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Beal offers homebuyers £250 a month bonus as part of Peace of Mind Pledge

Family-owned housebuilder Beal Homes has launched a Beal Buyer Bonus to give customers who reserve this Autumn peace of mind as they move into their new home.

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Quickline and CellnexUK partnership brings access to lightning fast broadband to 53,000 more properties