A Director of Ideal Heating has told a major sustainability event that educating and involving employees is vital to the success of the drive to net zero.
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Hull and East Yorkshire Skills Partnership wins £2.5 million government investment in skills training
Bishop Burton College, the lead provider partner for the Local Skills Improvement Fund in Hull and East Yorkshire, has announced it has successfully secured £2.5 million from the Department for Education to create cutting-edge training solutions for the region for the next two years.
Continue readingVisit by shadow climate minister puts spotlight on local net zero progress
Kerry McCarthy, shadow minister for climate change and MP for Bristol East, visited Hull last week to find out about the progress being made by local organisations who are working together to reduce their carbon footprints.
Continue readingHEY LEP to launch Create Growth Programme thanks to £520,000 of funding
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Hull and the East Riding will soon be able to benefit from expert, tailored support thanks to over half a million pounds worth of funding secured by Hull & East Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (HEY LEP).
Continue readingYorkshire charities encouraged to safeguard donations and resources during Charity Fraud Awareness Week
With Charity Fraud Awareness Week taking place between 27 November and 1 December, Ansvar, a leading specialist insurer for the charity, not-for-profit and faith sectors, is raising awareness about how organisations across Yorkshire can be proactive to protect their assets, reputation, and beneficiaries.
Continue readingHull-based solicitors raises over £1,000 in David and Goliath charity challenge
Hull-based commercial law firm Hallmark Solicitors has raised over £1,000 and counting for Breast Cancer Now, after taking part in national law firm challenge, the Tour de Law.
Continue readingLocal business is raising funds for HEY Children’s University with a virtual bike ride
Web design and digital marketing agency Eyeweb has set an ambitious mission of cycling the distance from Hull to Paris to raise money for HEY Children’s University.
Continue readingDeep breathwork session helps business leaders combat stress
A business audience of around 70 emptied their heads and bared their souls as they embraced a breathwork experience designed to help them release their emotions to deal with personal and professional stress.
Continue readingRollits invests in the future with the recruitment of two new trainee solicitors
Two young lawyers who completed legal work experience with Rollits have now joined the firm as trainees.
Continue readingFood firm is on a roll as it launches the ONODog in major shopping centre
A food business which has operated almost undercover in Hull for 10 years has now taken a prime spot in a major shopping centre after unveiling its latest product.
Continue readingMS3 Networks completes build in Scunthorpe
Wholesale-only full fibre network operator, MS3 Networks, has completed its network build in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire. The network will enable homes and businesses in the area to gain access to a wider pool of broadband providers and promote fiercer competition and lower prices for consumers and internet service providers (ISPs) alike.
Continue reading£50k invested in stage, sound and light system to kickstart larger shows at The Old Floral Pavilion
A £50,000 investment in a new stage, sound and light system will kickstart the autumn and winter season of events at The Old Floral Pavilion in Bridlington.
Continue readingHull homelessness charity appeals for new trustees
Homelessness charity Emmaus Hull & East Riding is using Trustees’ Week to thank current trustees and appeal for new trustees to join the charity.
Continue readingConnexin named a ‘Great Place to Work’ after exponential growth
The brand, who was also this year named as one of the fastest growing tech companies, scored highly in the Great Place to Work survey, which was carried out amongst staff and gives the opportunity to honestly and anonymously answer questions about your place of work.
Continue readingHull student awarded national Amazon engineering bursary worth £20,000 to pursue her dreams of using technology to help people
A student from Hull has been named as one of the 2023 recipients of the national Amazon Future Engineer Bursary, making her one of 30 women in the UK to receive the bursary this year. Nicole Phan started her Economics and Data Science degree at Royal Holloway University in October this year.
Continue readingHull businesses secure ‘star’ status by supporting staff to choose sustainable travel options
Four of Hull’s most notable businesses and organisations have received national certification for their workplace travel plans which encourage and support their workforces, around 2,530 staff, to walk, cycle and use public transport for their daily commute.
Continue readingUniversities of Hull and Lincoln announce Humber Freeport collaboration
The Universities of Hull and Lincoln have announced plans to collaborate on a series of key projects along the Humber region.
Continue readingRollits inspires client confidence in latest Chambers legal rankings
Leading law firm Rollits LLP has reinforced its strong credentials across its practice areas in the latest legal directory rankings.
Continue reading“Paperless cockpit” steers software business to soaraway success
A business which provides software solutions to literally lighten the load for the post-Covid aviation industry has soared ahead as airlines continue to seek savings, improve flight safety and increase operational efficiencies.
Continue readingThe infrastructure behind ultrafast internet
The latest data from Think Broadband revealed that 77 per cent of the UK now has access to gigabit-speed internet. The majority of this is enabled by full fibre broadband, which has not only improved the existing connectivity experience, but made additional applications possible too. Here, Charl Tintinger, CTO at full fibre network operator MS3 Networks, explains the infrastructure behind the superior choice of broadband and how it enables record internet speeds.
Continue readingLocal business unveils new 2023 Christmas hamper range
Local, family-run business Peach Hampers has unveiled their 2023 Corporate Christmas hampers. Companies across the UK can spread festive cheer and show their appreciation for staff and customers with these bespoke branded gift baskets. All hampers are overflowing with personally selected products and are available online now.
Continue readingYorkshire coast sister companies shortlisted in Scarborough Business Excellence Awards
The team at a Yorkshire coast brewery and Yorkshire’s first whisky distillery are celebrating after being announced as finalists in the 9th annual Scarborough News Excellence in […]
Continue readingFull fibre expansion supports North Lincolnshire economy
Wholesale-only fibre network operator MS3 Networks has expanded its full fibre coverage to over 60,000 premises across Lincolnshire, including homes in Scunthorpe in North Lincolnshire. The growing network will enable economic expansion across the region by facilitating internet speeds of one gigabit per second (Gbps) while delivering more choice of service provider to local people.
Continue readingIt’s official: Hull Trains is the best performing operator in the UK
Local train operator, Hull Trains, has been recognised nationally as the most reliable operator in the UK.
Continue readingHull to celebrate 20 years of Global Entrepreneurship Week
GEW was founded to celebrate and empower entrepreneurs in every country and community around the world, especially those individuals who face barriers or may have never considered the idea of launching their own start-up.
Continue readingA digital promotion and two new hires at Bluestorm as agency diversifies and expands digital and client services
Bluestorm Design and Marketing, Hull and East Yorkshire’s only Prolific North Top 50 integrated marketing agency, is celebrating a number of recent successes with a promotion and two new hires.
Continue readingResidential real estate recognition for luxury care home
Yorkshire-based care home company Springfield Healthcare is celebrating after its Beverley-based care home, Chapter House, was awarded ‘Best Residential Operator’ at the Yorkshire Residential Real Estate Awards 2023.
Continue readingBusinesses partner with university rugby team to develop soft skills from school of hard knocks
A university rugby league team is strengthening its partnerships with business and local communities under a new operating model as it kicks off a new season.
Continue readingSustainability and investor appeal
Sustainability is a topic that is very much at the forefront of social consciousness, so aligning it with your business practices can attract potential investors.
Continue readingEmergency concrete repairs for commercial properties – Minimising business interruptions
For businesses, a smooth and uninterrupted operation is the lifeline that keeps things ticking. But what happens when the concrete under your feet decides to play spoilsport with unexpected cracks, upheavals, or other structural issues? The answer is swift action.
Continue readingHull College shortlisted for Apprenticeship Provider of the Year (Training Provider) in the 2023 AIM Empowering Futures Awards
This recognition reflects the college’s outstanding commitment to delivering exceptional apprenticeship training and support to empower individuals for a brighter future.
Continue readingHull green cleaning company secures Which? Eco Buy endorsement
Hull-based independent green cleaning company Bio-D has secured a Which? Eco Buy endorsement for its range of environmentally friendly Dishwasher Tablets.
Continue readingSay Olá! New Portuguese restaurant set to add further flavour to Flemingate
Perfectly-grilled, flavoursome dishes will soon be on the menu at the Flemingate centre as Portuguese restaurant Casa Peri Peri arrives in Beverley.
Continue readingDriving forward your interest in export? Discover more at the Export 4 Manufacturing Businesses event
Hull and East Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership’s (HEY LEP) Made Smarter team and Hull & Humber Chamber of Commerce have collaborated to provide a free manufacturing business support event on Tuesday 7 November.
Continue readingSpencer Group completes bespoke walkway in critical enabling works on Scottish bridge
Heritage bridge works specialist Spencer Group has completed a complex and unique temporary walkway on an iconic Scottish bridge ahead of major work to replace the deck.
Continue readingJohn Good Group becomes Operationally Carbon Neutral and announces further reduction plans
John Good Group has achieved operational carbon neutrality for all its businesses – John Good & Sons, Good Travel Management, Dan Shipping & Chartering, TEPS, and Bay Shipping.
Continue readingKCOM launch foundation to connect communities and boost digital inclusion
KCOM has today announced the first details of its foundation to help connect communities across the Humber.
Continue readingBeal Homes sponsors former rugby star in charity bike ride from Prague to Poland
Beal Homes has supported former Hull KR and England rugby league star Peter Fox in a gruelling four-day European cycle challenge.
Continue reading‘Now is the time to deliver’ … Humber Energy Board’s powerful green investment message to Minister
Leading businesses operating in the Humber have presented a united front to a Government Minister calling for transformational investment enabling the region to lead the UK’s drive to net zero.
Continue readingBeal Homes submits plans for £105m development
Leading East Yorkshire-based housebuilder Beal Homes has submitted plans for a £105m development creating a highly-desirable new community on the south bank of the Humber.
Continue readingRecord breaking sum raised by Hull businesses for sailors’ children’s clothing
More than £72,000 was raised by Hull’s business community at an annual charity business lunch last week.
Continue readingFree training turning transferable skills into a career in the classroom
Principal Resourcing Education Specialists created the ‘Get into the Classroom’ initiative after a considerable increase in demand for unqualified classroom staff from schools.
Continue readingConstruction firm builds on its people development foundations with third award win
Yorkshire and Lincolnshire construction firm, Hobson & Porter’s, latest award win means the firm has achieved a hat-trick of people development awards in just over a year.
Continue readingEngineers embracing digital development to reinforce energy efficiency offer
An engineering company which is in its tenth decade lined up with a new generation of businesses to explore ideas for future growth at the latest in a series of digital marketing masterclasses.
Continue readingClient feedback counts as Rollits reinforces credentials in Legal 500
Clients and contacts have underlined the responsiveness, knowledge, efficiency and overall professionalism of a leading law firm in testimonials and case studies submitted for the annual report published by the legal profession’s most prestigious directory.
Continue readingQuickline to equip next generation with digital skills for life as part of new schools initiative
Rural broadband provider Quickline Communications is set to deliver essential digital skills and knowledge to school and college students across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire as part of a new initiative launched this month.
Continue readingFive ways to make your business stand out in 2024
There are so many challenges that come with running a successful small business, from handling so many different jobs on your own to coping with the pressure of a high cost of living.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire poultry business’s Management Accountant celebrates success
A member of the finance team at a Middleton-on-the-Wolds poultry business is celebrating after gaining an advanced professional qualification.
Continue readingCost of living fuels Hull charity business lunch target
The Sailors’ Children’s Society is being backed by Hull’s business community as it appeals for help to meet a huge surge in demand.
Continue readingRollits organises training session for World Menopause Day
With World Menopause Day taking place on Wednesday 18 October, we had a chat with the local law firm about its dedicated menopause training for managers and HR professionals.
Continue readingA deep dive into hosting a successful product launch event
A product launch event is a pivotal moment for any business, offering a prime opportunity to showcase a new offering, generate buzz, and establish a strong market presence. The key to a successful launch lies in meticulous planning, attention to detail, and creating a memorable experience for your attendees. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to host a product launch event that leaves a lasting impression.
Continue readingHow to start out as a self-employed builder
Builders will always be in high demand. Their skills are essential to commercial construction projects and residential renovation, and there are many potential ways that you can specialise.
Continue reading“Shadow IT” threats posed by AI and remote working drive continuing growth at cyber security specialist
An award-winning cyber-security specialist has hit 30 per cent growth for the fifth year running as it embarks on further job creation and expansion.
Continue readingQuickline brings five more rural communities up to speed with full fibre broadband
Homes and businesses in five more villages now have access to fast, reliable broadband, thanks to rural provider Quickline Communications.
Continue readingHave your say on the future of Hull’s high street
Property developer Noble Invest and commercial property agent Garness Jones are giving Hull residents the chance to have their say on future plans for the city’s high street.
Continue readingHallmark Solicitors representing Hull and East Yorkshire in national law firm challenge
Hull-based commercial law firm Hallmark Solicitors is set to represent the region as it prepares to take on Breast Cancer Now’s Tour de Law challenge.
Continue readingConstruction firm continues to build on education refurbishment portfolio
Yorkshire and Lincolnshire construction firm, Hobson & Porter, has carried out more than £3.5 million pounds worth of specialist refurbishment works in the education sector, whilst schools and colleges were closed for the summer holidays.
Continue readingRun With It charity hires local graduates after successful internships
A Hull and East Yorkshire-based educational charity has added two Assistant Lead Tutors to its team as part of its strategic growth.
Continue readingAgency moves to keep up with Pace of growth
Hull-based creative communications agency Pace has moved to new larger offices to accommodate its growing team.
Continue readingDavid Wilson Homes Yorkshire East starts work on brand-new 225 home development in Brough
David Wilson Homes Yorkshire East has commenced works on the first homes at its brand-new 225 home development in Brough.
Continue readingHull-based fibre operator scoops multiple industry awards
Wholesale fibre network operator, MS3 Networks, has picked up two awards at this year’s Comms National Awards. At the event, MS3 was awarded Best Altnet and Best Wholesale Service Provider in recognition of the company’s commitment to bringing a fairer, better and more affordable choice of broadband provider to residents across Hull and East Riding.
Continue readingPioneering Ron Dearing UTC opens state-of-the-art creative hub in exciting expansion
A dedicated new centre for creativity has been officially opened at Hull’s Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC) to support and inspire its growing number of students.
Continue readingThree new directors at leading Yorkshire logistics company
Neill & Brown Global Logistics has made the largest change to its board in four decades.
Continue readingGemma draws inspiration from debilitating illness to help individuals and their employers harness human brilliance
A woman who made her first big career move by joining the catering team at The Deep more than 20 years ago has now returned to launch her own business at the adjacent Business Centre.
Continue readingAxi Design & Engineering and Axi Recruitment announce office relocation to enhance client services
Axi Design & Engineering, a pioneering force in engineering solutions, and Axi Recruitment, a trusted partner in workforce placement for various industries, are excited to announce the relocation of their regional office in the Humber region.
Continue readingKCOM hikers raise £5,200 with charity challenge
A KCOM team has braved blustery weather and blisters to raise more than £5,200 for charity by walking the Yorkshire Three Peaks.
Continue readingFrom new graduate to Partner – How Edwards & Pearce is setting up its team for success
Yorkshire-based professional recruitment and development company Edwards and Pearce has launched an in-house training programme to create business leaders of the future.
Continue readingCATCH announces vision for new £60m National Net Zero Training Centre expansion
CATCH has announced ambitious plans for the development of a £60m state-of-the-art training facility, to reach a training goal of 1,000 apprentices a year by 2029, at its Stallingborough headquarters, with the intent of tackling the engineering construction skill shortages anticipated in the Humber cluster and across the UK.
Continue readingAllenby Commercial adds to heritage portfolio with acquisition of Old Town pub
A family firm which has won business and heritage awards for its part in regenerating Hull city centre has confirmed the acquisition of an historic pub in the Old Town.
Continue readingProfessionals across Hull come together to help young people Thrive
A conference to celebrate Youth Mental Health Awareness Day took place at the Guildhall in Hull this week.
Continue readingFIREM upgrades facilities across retail estate
FI Real Estate Management (FIREM) has installed stoma friendly toilets at two of its retail destinations, North Point Shopping Centre in Hull and The Brunel Shopping Centre in Swindon.
Continue readingHull travellers can make 92% saving in CO2 emissions
New research has revealed that people who leave the car at home and instead travel from Hull to London on Hull Trains bi-mode Paragon Fleet can save 92% in carbon emissions.
Continue readingSpencer Group rolls out staff wellbeing app across entire company
Hull-based Spencer Group has rolled out a wellbeing app to its entire workforce to support their mental and physical health.
Continue readingIdeal Heating partners with Hull City Council to keep residents warm and well this winter
UK market leader Ideal Heating has supported an initiative led by Hull City Council to help residents during the cold winter months.
Continue readingWykeland Group secures deal to enable development of UK’s largest tissue paper mill
Leading property developer Wykeland Group has exchanged on a deal to pave the way for an investment of several hundreds of millions of pounds to create the UK’s largest tissue paper mill.
Continue readingBeal announces launch of next phase of hugely-popular Goole development
Beal Homes has announced the launch of the next phase of its hugely-popular The Greenways development in Goole, bringing 120 more luxury homes to the fast-growing town.
Continue readingPopular eco store relocates to Flemingate in exciting expansion
Much-loved sustainable retailer The Refill Jar is on the move to a new and larger home at Beverley’s Flemingate centre.
Continue readingNew and refreshed Willerby models impress showgoers at flagship new event
Visitors have given a big thumbs up to new and refreshed models revealed by Willerby at the industry’s new flagship event, The Great Holiday Home Show.
Continue readingQuickline rescues customers with new ‘free until you’re free’ broadband offer
Rural broadband specialist Quickline has launched a pioneering initiative to come to the rescue of customers locked into slow, unreliable services with other providers.
Continue readingMulti-million-pound launch for Leeds-based Yepic, the new photo-based app for tradespeople
A multi-million-pound investment by Yepic has seen the Leeds-based start-up launch a game-changing photo-based app for UK tradespeople.
Continue readingTelecoms Acquisitions and MS3 unite for ultrafast fibre delivery
Horsham-based Telecom Acquisitions, the holding company for consumer brands Home Telecom, Fleur and Eclipse Telecom, has partnered with leading fibre network provider MS3 Networks. Adding another internet service provider (ISP) to its expanding network, Home Telecom will join MS3 to further strengthen both companies’ position in the home broadband market.
Continue readingEmployers and educators getting their heads together to give freshers a route into digital careers
A digital marketing company which is driving the development of essential skills in the sector will this week showcase the opportunities to freshers arriving to start their courses at the University of Hull.
Continue readingWhy should a business consider a company car?
In an ever-evolving business landscape, companies are seeking opportunities to bolster reputations, improve employee satisfaction, and increase operational efficiency. One avenue that businesses have been taking advantage of for decades now is investing in company cars.
Continue readingUSA summit and Asian ambitions driving international markets for Leather Repair Company
A business which is building an international reputation for its products and expertise around the restoration of leather will this week present its first trans-Atlantic training summit while also supporting the launch of its first distribution network in South Korea.
Continue readingHow independent tradespeople can embrace sustainability in their business
Even for self-employed and independent tradespeople, sustainability has become essential in business operations. As global initiatives like Net Zero gain momentum, tradespeople in the UK are finding ways to make their practices more environmentally friendly. In this blog, we’ll explore some practical tips for tradespeople to enhance sustainability in their businesses.
Continue readingDecluttering your home office? How to create a productive workspace in your home
The shift towards remote work is more than just a trend; it’s a movement backed by data. A recent study found that 51% of UK workers feel more productive when working from home. This statistic underscores the importance of having a dedicated and organised workspace within your residence.
Continue readingRollits is taking part in Make a Will Fortnight
Now in its twelfth year, Make a Will Fortnight is a crucial appeal in Dove House Hospice’s fundraising calendar.
Continue readingRollits to launch second set of Education Breakfast Briefings
We spoke to the local law firm about what education institutions can expect from these insightful events.
Continue readingLocal family plans to rejuvenate arboretum as part of restoration and conservation project at cultural heritage site in East Yorkshire
The Constable family is planning and funding the rejuvenation of the Arboretum at Burton Constable Holiday Park. This is part of their commitment to their natural and cultural heritage, including a programme of tree-planting in ancient woodlands and a project to improve the health of the 250-year-old lakes on the Park.
Continue readingNew team at helm of influential ‘offshore’ business group
A new all-industry board is steering Humber Marine & Renewables to its next phase of growth.
Continue readingHow to minimise legal liability in the workplace
As a business owner, you are likely often exposed to legal challenges, that can potentially jeopardise your operations. Therefore, it’s important to look for ways to minimise legal liability in the workplace.
Continue readingChallenges faced by small businesses and how a virtual PA can help
More than ever before, small businesses are facing a range of challenges that can impact their growth and success. Below are some common problems and how a virtual personal assistant can help you to overcome them.
Continue readingJob openings from Hull Trains to further improve on-board services
A number of new local job opportunities will be created by Hull Trains as part of plans to further improve the on-board experience for standard class customers across its services.
Continue readingYorkshire Wolds businesses collaborate to create unique beer and whisky
Sibling businesses from the Yorkshire coast have collaborated to launch two unique drinks.
Continue readingFoodbank charity benefits from Spencer Group generosity
Kind-hearted staff at leading engineering company Spencer Group have raised more than £3,300 and donated thousands of items to a foodbank charity which supports those affected by poverty.
Continue readingBuilding safety: 3 key elements of workplace safety in construction
The construction industry, with its inherent risks, demands unwavering attention to safety. Every brick laid, every beam hoisted, and every trench dug carries potential hazards. While the thrill of creating monumental structures is undeniable, it’s paramount that this enthusiasm doesn’t overshadow the importance of safety.
Continue readingMaximising your business’s exhibition presence
Exhibitions and trade shows offer tremendous opportunities to grow your business – from generating sales leads to raising brand awareness amongst target audiences. But to maximise your return on investment, strategic planning and execution are required. Follow these key steps to create an exhibition presence that delivers results.
Continue readingBetter branding means better business: 3 simple branding tips
A strong brand not only sets you apart from competitors but also establishes a lasting impression in the minds of your customers. It’s more than just a logo or a catchy slogan; it’s the sum total of how your business is perceived. From the quality of your products or services to the tone of your communications, every touchpoint with your audience contributes to your brand image. Let’s guide you through simple yet effective ways to elevate your brand, ensuring better business outcomes.
Continue readingWhat does a local tradesperson need to be successful?
There is always a demand for trades such as electricians, builders, roofers and painters. However, it takes work to become a tradesperson that is relied on by their community. Whether you’re an experienced or new skilled worker, you need a wide range of skills to make your business successful.
Continue readingPerformance development agency celebrates a decade of success
Launched by Gareth Allen and Tim Powell in 2013, the pair started the agency from Gareth’s garage conversion. Graduates from Hull University, Gareth and Tim have web development and marketing backgrounds.
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