Category: Enterprise

As UK’s business environment experiences remarkable growth, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) find themselves as the backbone of this transformation. To keep up with the rapid pace and compete effectively, these enterprises require proficient business administrators who can manage diverse aspects of their business.

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Spencer Group to create cable inspection system on major new bridge in Canada

Bridge works specialist Spencer Group has been appointed to create a bespoke access system to inspect the stay cables on a new Canadian bridge.

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Can a virtual PA work with an in-house team?

It’s easy to assume that an outsourced personal assistant is only for business owners who work alone, as they’ll use the arrangement as a means of delegating certain tasks that they would otherwise complete themselves. However, a virtual PA can actually operate alongside an in-house team of any size by following effective communication and collaboration strategies. Here are some ways that the two can work together to full effect.

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How infrastructure affects your bottom line: A small business perspective

In the intricate tapestry of running a small business, one thread often gets overlooked: the significance of infrastructure. It’s more than just the physical foundation of your business; it encompasses everything from the buildings you occupy, their location, to the energy sources you utilise.

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How can businesses improve their security in 2023?

The nature of threats faced by businesses is constantly changing. As a result, businesses are having to constantly adapt to these new challenges, coming up with innovative ways of protecting their assets, employees, and their customers. If you’re looking for new effective methods to improve your business’s security, read on for some of our most recent insights.

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Herd appoints new Performance Director

by editor16 June 202319 June 2023

Mark Preston has over 13 years of agency and performance marketing experience across owned, earned and paid media strategy, in agencies including Jaywing and Stickyeyes. He has worked with some of the biggest global brands including Dyson, Honda, Lloyds Banking Group, Cigna and Johnson and Johnson.

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New financial adviser for Navigation Wealth Management

by editor15 June 2023

Navigation Wealth Management is pleased to announce the appointment of a new financial adviser.

Hull Street Angels chosen as Women in Business’s Charity of the Year

by editor15 June 202315 June 2023

Hull’s Street Angels, who help those in need on nights out in the city centre, have been chosen by Women in Business as its charity for 2023.

Brandon Gallagher-Kenningham named as regional award winner in JTL National Awards

Hull-based apprentice, Brandon Gallagher-Kenningham, has been named as a regional award winner in the JTL Regional Awards.

The Beech Tree pub dazzles locals with new look

Boasting a brighter, fresher look, the renovation has seen the pub undergo a complete transformation.

Pace boosts its climate change credentials with Oh Yes! Net Zero support

Creative communications agency Pace has added climate change campaign Oh Yes! Net Zero to its books – the latest in a growing list of sustainability clients.

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The affordability gap in Britain’s broadband market

Amid the cost-of-living crisis, the digital divide is getting worse.

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‘Careers not jobs’ says organisation as it appoints new Learning and People Manager

by editor12 June 202312 June 2023

Leading Yorkshire business The 55 Group has appointed a new Learning and People Manager to drive the career development of staff across its tech and construction businesses, Pagabo, Sypro, Loop and Tequ.

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Business leaders inspired by cast of top speakers at HullBID Biz Week dinner

Influential leaders from business, education and the third sector came together to tell uplifting stories of their career journeys as HullBID presented one of the highlights of Humber Business Week.

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Allenby Commercial to expand The Trade Yard network to new site at Barton on Humber

Work is expected to start later this month on the construction of new business units after planning permission was received for the project which could create up to 50 jobs.

East Yorkshire ice cream maker celebrates 99 years with the launch of two new products

An iconic East Yorkshire ice cream manufacturer has added a celebration sorbet to its range of real dairy ice creams and has entered a new category with the launch of another.

Ideal Heating director joins Humber Business Week panel to share net zero journey

by editor11 June 2023

Ideal Heating’s Engineering Director joined a Humber Business Week panel to discuss how the UK market leader is helping companies in its supply chain reduce their carbon footprint.

City centre welcomes newly opened dessert restaurant

Things are getting sweeter for Hull city centre as nationwide luxury dessert franchise Heavenly Desserts opens its doors to locals.

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Pure Block Management takes on estate management for Immingham housing development

Hull-based property firm Pure Block Management has won a contract to provide estate management services for a new housing development near Immingham in North East Lincolnshire.

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Hull IT firm shortlisted as finalist for national awards

by editor6 June 20236 June 2023

Since The One Point’s founding in 2005, they’ve been driven by their goal of delighting every customer and exceeding expectations of businesses and organisations.

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How management can set the tone for a positive safety culture in Hull

by editor6 June 20236 June 2023

A positive safety culture in the workplace is crucial for ensuring the well-being and protection of employees. It encompasses the shared beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours that prioritise safety as a core value. Such a culture fosters a proactive approach to risk identification, prevention, and continuous improvement.

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Doncaster Foodbank receives £1,500 donation from East Yorkshire housebuilder

Doncaster Foodbank has received a generous £1,500 donation from local housebuilder, Barratt Developments Yorkshire East, as part of its Community Fund initiative.

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RWE launches statutory consultation for Dogger Bank South Offshore Wind Farm projects

RWE, one of the UK’s leading renewable energy developers, has today announced details of the upcoming statutory consultation relating to its Dogger Bank South (DBS) offshore wind farm developments.

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MS3 Networks supports Hull as a destination for investment at industry event

In May 2023, wholesale fibre operator MS3 Networks took to the stage to demonstrate why the city of Hull is the ideal place for investment.

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One of Yorkshire’s longest established marketing agencies, Sowden & Sowden, shortlisted for People in Business Award

The East Yorkshire-based agency has been nominated for the Team Impact (>11 people) Award, which recognises teams that play an instrumental role within the business and continually exceed expectations.

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Meet the Women of Achievement Award Winners during Humber Business Week

The event is hosted by Women in Business Hull in conjunction with The Mercure Hotel.

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Lincolnshire Co-op and Wykeland Group announce Waterside Shopping Centre acquisition

Lincolnshire Co-op and Wykeland Group are delighted to announce the acquisition of Waterside Shopping Centre in Lincoln.

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Beal adopts immersive technology to offer househunters stunning digital experience

Pioneering housebuilder Beal Homes is using the latest in immersive 3D technology to help house hunters find their perfect new home.

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Barratt Homes Yorkshire East launches brand new 120-home development in Bridlington

Barratt Homes Yorkshire East has announced the launch of the first homes for sale at its brand new 120-home development in Bridlington.

Future Humber and partners present region’s green future vision to Innovation Zero Congress

The Humber’s place promotion organisation has shared the region’s vision for a clean, green, prosperous future to an international audience.

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Rollits announces double promotion as local lawyers make their mark

Rollits LLP has announced the promotion of two solicitors from the Hull area who both joined the practice as trainees.

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MP adopts Hull’s digital development as blueprint to modernise employment

by editor5 June 2023

The chair of a new All Party Parliamentary Group on modernising employment delivered a strong message to the country’s serviced workspace sector about the opportunities offered by remote and hybrid working.

Co-op boss opens up to Humber Business Week audience on pricing, pay and how to inspire a workforce

Business leaders will get the chance to hear from one of Europe’s top retailers about her ideas on pricing, pay and how to inspire a workforce when an exclusive interview is aired as part of Humber Business Week.

Insurance newcomer inspired to sponsor HullBID Biz Week dinner

An award-winning national insurance broker which announced its arrival in Hull only two months ago has stepped up to support businesses in the city as the major sponsor of one of the highlights of Humber Business Week 2023.

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Spencer Group praised for ‘incredible’ restoration of historic Union Chain Bridge

Heritage bridge works specialist Spencer Group has been praised for its work to completely refurbish and rebuild one of the world’s oldest suspension bridges.

Rollits to host Humber Business Week event on corporate culture

by editor3 June 20235 June 2023

Humber Business Week is on the horizon and local law firm Rollits is all set to host a fascinating event about why corporate culture matters.

ResQ builds up for Hull Street Food Nights with international food day

by editor25 May 202325 May 2023

The new sponsor of Hull Street Food Nights held its own international food day in partnership with fundraisers for the Turkey-Syria Earthquake Appeal, and a local city centre business turned back the clock to return to the building where it operated more than 35 years ago.

£25,000 donation to Hull 4 Heroes to help fund mental health care in the community for veterans

by editor25 May 202325 May 2023

Yorkshire-based financial advisers Navigation Wealth Management has handed over a cheque for an incredible £25,000 to veterans’ charity Hull 4 Heroes.

Local organisations celebrate a year of Oh Yes! Net Zero achievements

by editor24 May 202323 May 2023

Local businesses and organisations are coming together this morning in Hull to celebrate the achievements of the first year of a ground-breaking initiative to reduce the city’s carbon emissions.

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Beal buyers snap up new homes worth over £1.6m at launch of King’s Fold

by editor23 May 20235 June 2023

Househunters snapped up new homes with a total value of more than £1.6m as Beal Homes launched a much-anticipated new development in Hull.

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Meet Avery Ingram, the UK’s first AI employee and the world’s first AI software developer, now for hire

by editor23 May 202323 May 2023

With a ChatGPT generated CV and a DALLE-drawn portrait currently being mailed out to 6,000 tech companies, Avery Ingram has been developed by February, the young Hull-based tech business which is going from strength to strength as it develops a broad portfolio of innovative tech products.

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These are the most popular features that Yorkshire homeowners WON’T compromise on when buying a new-build home

by editor23 May 202323 May 2023

With the housing market seeing 65% more homes for sale than this time last year, new research has revealed Yorkshire house hunters’ must-haves when purchasing a property in the area.

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Hull-based Rubicon Bridge launches revolutionary Reg Tech Tool®

by editor23 May 202323 May 2023

Rubicon Bridge, a cutting-edge technology start-up, has made a remarkable debut by launching on Amazon’s European Service Provider Network, enabling any Amazon Food Supplement Seller operating within the EU to access it.

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Is now a good time to start a limited company?

by editor22 May 202322 May 2023

We had a chat with John Flanagan at Rollits about starting a business and the benefits offered by a limited company structure.

Rollits recruits expert speakers for Humber Business Week discussion about workplace culture

by editor22 May 2023

A law firm which reaped recognition in several awards schemes for its focus on wellbeing during Humber Business Week 2022 will develop the theme further during this year’s Biz Week programme.

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Recruitment business going for growth as relocation follows takeover and 25-year milestone

by editor22 May 2023

A leading recruitment company is planning a triple celebration to mark the milestones of a change of ownership, a 25-year anniversary and a move to new premises.

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MP makes fact-finding visit as part of drive to develop digital skills for business

by editor22 May 202322 May 2023

A digital marketing company set up with the aim of developing digital skills in its home city is backing the campaign launched by the local MP to raise Hull’s profile in the sector.

Introducing Le Professeur Marselan

by editor19 May 202319 May 2023

Hull-based House of Townend are delighted to have added Le Professeur Marselan to their range.

Grant and support package breakfast events for manufacturing businesses

by editor19 May 202319 May 2023

Hull and East Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (HEY LEP) and Growth Hub is running a series of free promotional events to businesses in Hull and East Yorkshire to discover funding opportunities.

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White Rose Rail Station takes shape as Spencer Group delivers for partners

by editor19 May 202323 May 2023

Rail infrastructure specialist Spencer Group is making significant progress on the construction of a £26.5 million station in South Leeds.

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Loom Consultancy sets out to help businesses fly the flags of success rather than draw the curtains on failure

by editor18 May 202318 May 2023

A 30-year construction industry professional with a track record of delivering projects from houses and health centres to schools and sports stadia has turned to a textile trade metaphor to launch a new venture which will help business owners avoid the rags and enjoy the riches.

Jan Garrill leaves a lasting legacy for the region as she steps down from Two Ridings Community Foundation and welcomes Celia McKeon as CEO

by editor18 May 202318 May 2023

Two Ridings, the regional grant maker and trusted community foundation for local giving in North & East Yorkshire, said farewell to Jan Garrill at an upbeat event last night and welcomed Celia McKeon as the new Chief Executive.

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KCOM backs Hull as destination for business at national event

KCOM is backing Hull as the ideal place for investment at a major national business conference.

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Green Ginger Digital celebrate 3rd birthday by being named within the top 3% of digital agencies by Google

Green Ginger Digital have been announced as a Google Premier Partner, putting the agency within the top 3% of UK digital agencies, only three years after being founded.

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Hull Trains invests in workplace wellbeing

As part of Mental Health Awareness week Hull Trains has invested significantly into workplace wellbeing.

Co-op CEO attracts full house for Humber Business Week event

One of the highlight events of Humber Business Week has already confirmed a full house after tickets were snapped up weeks in advance.

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The wait is over as Beal announces King’s Fold launch

Beal Homes has announced the launch of its hotly-anticipated King’s Fold development, with hundreds of prospective buyers having already registered their interest. Located in the […]

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Willerby raises almost £15,000 for two Charities of the Year

Holiday homes market leader Willerby has raised almost £15,000 for two well deserving charities – the most raised over a 12-month period in the company’s history.

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Fibre network operator’s new comparison tool helps customers unlock the best broadband deals

MS3 Networks allows users to compare broadband deals directly from website.

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Can personal assistants be replaced by AI?

It seems that no matter where you look, artificial intelligence (AI) is being talked about in one way or another. From AI-generated images and videos plastered across social media, to heated discussions about how ChatGPT can be used for “human-like conversations”, the technology is growing in terms of both capability and popularity.

Men In Sheds Hull wins £5,000 grant after employees vote in John Good Group’s Grants for Good Fund

by editor11 May 202311 May 2023

Men in Sheds Hull, a charity working to reduce social isolation for older men, has won £5,000 of unrestricted funds from the John Good Group’s highly competitive Grants for Good Fund. The growing charity beat over 400 entries to be shortlisted in the top five, before capturing the hearts of John Good Group employees to attract the most votes.

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New brand revealed as Burton building showcases exciting future for Whitefriargate

by editor11 May 202312 May 2023

A new brand has been unveiled for Hull’s Whitefriargate, appearing for the first time on a striking banner and hoardings at the landmark Burton building.

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The Lost City Adventure Golf offers discounts, new cocktails and more for its second birthday

by editor11 May 202311 May 2023

The Lost City Adventure Golf in Hull is celebrating its second birthday with discounted prices, a new cocktail menu and more activities for all ages to enjoy.

Yorkshire’s first whisky distillery welcomes Carrie Martin back to the stage

After two sell-out events, the team at a Spirit of Yorkshire whisky distillery are looking forward to hosting Hull-born singer and musician Carrie Martin at the Pot Still Coffee Shop at their next Distillery Session on Saturday 24 June.

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Community celebrations on board the Coronation train

Community groups from across Hull and East Riding joined together for a rendition of ‘God Save the King’ as a special service organised by Hull Trains departed for London.

College’s £500k machinery investment welcomed by local manufacturers

A £500,000 investment by East Riding College in manufacturing and engineering machinery to upskill local workforces has been welcomed by some of the region’s largest firms.

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Northern contact centre joins popular Hull office complex

FI Real Estate Management (FIREM) has welcomed customer support specialists, ResQ, to the growing number of businesses taking occupancy at the recently refurbished Cherry Tree Court.

Wykeland takes Yorkshire awards acclaim for inspiring school arts project

An innovative arts project launched by Hull-based regeneration leader Wykeland Group has received a prestigious Yorkshire award.

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The state of broadband in the Humber region

New report by PMP Strategy, commissioned by MS3 sheds light on the challenges and opportunities in full fibre.

Over £5,500 raised for educational charity, Run With It, to help fund future growth

A charity which focuses on raising the levels of literacy and numeracy across Hull and East Yorkshire has raised over £5,500 to help fund its expansion.

Chef shares recipes, regrets and resilience in new book

Pummelled by the pandemic and facing catastrophe from the cost of living crisis, Nick Hill found himself contemplating closure of his acclaimed restaurant. Instead he wrote a book.

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Top tips to improve your business communication plan in 2023

A clear and thorough business communication plan is essential, if you want to achieve your goals, such as promoting new products or attracting new clients.

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Berry’s jewellery stores unveil a modernised design of the coronation crown

by editor4 May 20234 May 2023

Renowned for exquisite jewellery and watches, national jeweller, Berry’s has unveiled its latest masterpiece – a digital adaptation of King Charles III’s Coronation crown, with a modern twist.

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Spencer Group using innovative Hapstar app to support employee wellbeing

by editor4 May 2023

Leading engineering company Spencer Group is using an innovative new app to help support its employees’ wellbeing.

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Barratt Developments PLC on track for the full year

by editor4 May 20234 May 2023

Barratt Developments PLC (the ‘Group’) is today issuing a trading update in respect of the period from 1 January 2023 to 23 April 2023 (the ‘period’). Comparatives are to the prior year equivalent period (‘2022’) unless otherwise stated. Barratt Developments PLC’s year end is 30 June 2023.

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Brownlee brothers and Quickline team up to leave no rural community behind

by editor3 May 20233 May 2023

Celebrated triathletes the Brownlee brothers have teamed up with Quickline Communications to promote its game-changing rural broadband.

Hotham’s Distillery introduces new Vodka School experience and Mango Bodka

by editor3 May 20233 May 2023

Hotham’s, the local spirits distillery, is excited to announce the launch of their new Vodka School experience, taking guests on a journey to explore the art of vodka distilling, and to create their own uniquely flavoured vodka.

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Which playground safety surfacing is best for playgrounds?

by editor3 May 20233 May 2023

Playgrounds are a great way for children to have fun and stay active, but they can also pose safety hazards if not properly installed. Choosing the right playground safety surfacing is crucial for creating a safe play environment that reduces the risk of injuries. In this blog, we’ll discuss some of the most popular playground safety surfacing options and which one is best suited for playgrounds.

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East Yorkshire heat recovery business creates new engineer role

by editor2 May 20232 May 2023

A Walkington-based heat recovery business has created a new role as it experiences unprecedented demand for its services.

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Teenager launches her own business after baby sister helps to highlight gap in the market

by editor1 May 20231 May 2023

A teenager who tried her hand at various careers is urging other young people to follow their dreams after expanding the business which was named after her baby sister.

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Newly qualified solicitor embraces new role within highly regarded property team

by editor1 May 20231 May 2023

A University of Hull graduate who couldn’t speak English when she arrived from her native Poland at the age of 12 has now qualified as a solicitor with leading law firm Rollits LLP.

Victory Leisure Homes announces local charity of the year, Jamie Loncaster Memorial Fund

by editor1 May 20231 May 2023

Luxury holiday home manufacturer Victory Leisure Homes has announced its chosen charity for 2023 and 2024, which is an organisation particularly close to the hearts of the Victory team.

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Bluestorm’s digital team boosted with two promotions and new recruit

by editor30 April 2023

The hard work and dedication of two members of Bluestorm’s digital team has been rewarded with promotions.

Hull Trains partners with The Trussell Trust to push community charity drive

by editor30 April 202330 April 2023

Hull Trains and the Trussell Trust are calling on the general public to support a week-long appeal for donations to provide food to those in most need.

Yorkshire Air Ambulance receives £60,000 from local housebuilder following Charity of the Year initiative

Local housebuilder, Barratt Developments Yorkshire East, raised an incredible £60,000 over a 12 month period for Yorkshire Air Ambulance, its charity of the year for 2022/23.

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Three more directors in restructure at East Yorkshire law firm

Williamsons Solicitors has appointed three new directors in the second phase of a significant restructure of the firm’s management.

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Interim CEO appointed to complete work to set up Humber Freeport company

The team behind the Humber Freeport has announced a key interim appointment.

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Our time is now… Future Humber and Bondholders to steer region to a bright future

The Humber’s place promotion organisation has repositioned itself and rebranded to help steer the region towards a prosperous future.

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Navigating the challenges of starting a new business in Hull