“It’s hard to believe that some children living towards the east of Hull have never seen the Humber Bridge and in Bridlington, the 10th most deprived town in the country, where we have another centre, children haven’t seen the sea, even though it’s a seaside town.”
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Beal celebrates successful launch of £40m North Ferriby development
Award-winning housebuilder Beal Homes is celebrating the successful launch of a £40m development bringing 115 luxury homes to the highly desirable East Yorkshire village of North Ferriby.
Continue readingLegal 500 highlights professionalism and progression at Rollits
Leading law firm Rollits LLP has reinforced its reputation for professionalism and career progression in the new edition of the UK Legal 500 – the sector’s most prestigious directory.
Continue readingPrincess Royal joins Sailors’ Children’s Society in a thank you to partners behind nationwide family support programme
A charity which has been supporting the families of seafarers for more than 200 years invited some of its most dedicated partners to a Royal presentation as a thank you for efforts ranging from the historic to almost superhuman.
Continue readingWorld-class climbers hail Rockcity on 30th anniversary
Three of the best indoor climbers in the world have praised the influence of Hull’s Rockcity centre on the sport, as the business celebrates its 30th year.
Continue readingStylish new show home adds crowning glory to King’s Fold
Award-winning housebuilder Beal Homes has welcomed dozens of visitors to the launch of a stunning new show home at its King’s Fold development in the popular Kingswood Parks area of Hull.
Continue readingWhy does your business’s delivery service matter?
Delivery services have become integral to success, particularly in the United Kingdom where e-commerce continues to boom. With the persistent rise of online shopping, the distribution experience has increasingly influenced customer satisfaction and brand loyalty.
Continue readingCotton Agtech Gooddrop invests £1m in launch and unveils research partnership with University of Nottingham
Agtech startup Gooddrop is looking to establish itself as the leading global player in the vertical farming of cotton, starting with an initial £1m investment and a three-year research partnership with the University of Nottingham.
Continue readingBridlington brothers on board at Salt on the Harbour as Harrison Leisure builds teams with apprenticeship investment
Bridlington brothers Reece and Kieran Brown are looking at ‘rewarding, fulfilling and engaging careers’ after starting hospitality apprenticeships at Salt on the Harbour, the east coast restaurant run by Harrison Leisure.
Continue readingUltralets achieves Cyber Essentials Accreditation, reinforcing commitment to security
East Yorkshire property management company, Ultralets, is pleased to announce that it has successfully achieved Cyber Essentials accreditation. This prestigious certification demonstrates the company’s dedication to protecting its customers’ data and upholding the highest standards of cyber security.
Continue readingPub regulars pass target as Kelly clocks up the miles for charity
A pint-sized barmaid working in one of the region’s smallest pubs is toasting regulars who have helped her pass a personal milestone in raising funds for the Stroke Association.
Continue readingCharities to roll out the cardboard for big business sleep out challenge
People will be camping out at Hull Kingston Rovers next month, and it’s nothing to do with bagging tickets for a pop concert.
Continue readingHow to take your business global
Expanding your business internationally can open up new markets, increase revenue streams, and elevate your brand to a level you’d never be able to achieve otherwise. However, going global requires careful planning, a deep understanding of foreign markets, and strategic adjustments to your business model. Here, we’ll explore four critical steps that all UK businesses should follow when expanding internationally.
Continue readingNo-fault evictions set to come an end in 2025
We had a chat with Abbie Bielby, Senior Solicitor in Dispute Resolution at Rollits, about no-fault evictions.
Continue readingHealth group NLG renews sponsorship of Hull City Ladies
Health group NLG has renewed its sponsorship of Hull City Ladies for the 2025 season, as the club looks to kick on from last year’s trophy topping season.
Continue readingHull singer songwriter makes debut at Yorkshire whisky distillery session
Celebrated country music singer songwriter Sam Turner will make his debut on the Pot Still Coffee Shop stage at Spirit of Yorkshire’s Distillery Session on Saturday 26 October.
Continue readingWhat and why should you outsource?
Outsourcing has emerged as a powerful strategy for businesses aiming to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and gain access to specialised expertise.
Continue readingHull bricklayer who inspires others to build a brighter future is named Mentor of the Year
A young bricklayer from Hull who overcame adversity and being diagnosed with autism, to become a skilled construction site operative with a successful career, has won a prestigious award in recognition of his newfound mentoring skills.
Continue readingSupporting children to access all grassroots sports – new grant window opens
The 360 Grass Roots Foundation has opened up applications to its autumn grant window to help financially disadvantaged children in Hull access grassroots sports.
Continue readingHull-based residential lettings business celebrates doubling numbers of properties managed for landlords in two years
A Hull-based residential lettings specialist has doubled the number of properties managed on behalf of landlords in just under two years – and is now expanding its services wider afield.
Continue readingCreative programme plugs into Power Hour to highlight growth opportunities for digital sector
A series of free business briefings launched to build collaboration between digital agencies across Hull and East Yorkshire has secured the backing of a government-funded programme designed to help the sector grow.
Continue readingNew arrivals take different routes to Rollits traineeships
Leading law firm Rollits LLP has welcomed two new trainees who took a traditional route into the profession and a third who opted for a career change after 20 years in the hospitality sector.
Continue readingUpcoming changes to the Worker Protection Act 2023
We had a chat with Ed Heppel, Head of Employment at Rollits, about the Duty to Prevent Sexual Harassment.
Continue readingCommercial property expert says more employers and staff want to be back together in the office – and Hull’s a perfect location
A commercial property specialist says Hull offers ‘untapped opportunities’ for businesses to invest and increase their productivity and profitability – by getting employees back together again in the city’s office space.
Continue readingHull-based fibre operator triumphs at nationwide 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 for the second year running, as well as Best partner support programme in recognition of the company’s commitment to delivering greater broadband choice across Hull and the Humber region.
Continue readingYorkshire children’s charity count on support from Hull accountants
A Hull accountancy practice is pledging support to some of the region’s most disadvantaged families by becoming patron of a Yorkshire’s children’s charity.
Continue readingLatus Group is recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Healthcare
The 2024 UK’s Best Workplaces in Healthcare™ list was launched this morning by Great Place To Work® UK, recognising Latus Group among the list of organisations in the Large & Super Large Category.
Continue reading“We’re making a difference” says Hull businessman after being honoured with prestigious King’s Award
Hull-based Bio-D were presented with the accolade by the Lord-Lieutenant for the East Riding of Yorkshire.
Continue readingStudents learn life lessons about railway safety with Hull Trains
Pioneering open access operator Hull Trains hosted an important rail safety event in Hull with partners Network Rail, Northern, TransPennine Express and British Transport Police.
Continue readingShoezone reopens Hull store with a fresh new look
Footwear retailer Shoezone reopened its store in Hull last week.
Continue readingChanges to tips in the hospitality industry
We had a chat with Lucy Trynka, Senior Solicitor in Employment Law at Rollits, about the new Allocation of Tips Act.
Continue readingConnexin launches fastest broadband speeds in Hull
Premium 5Gbps broadband solution is a game-changer for heavy internet users.
Continue readingStyleTech Solutions is celebrating 25 years of innovation
StyleTech Solutions is thrilled to announce its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of delivering bespoke software solutions that drive innovation and growth for organisations across diverse industries.
Continue readingHow businesses are boosting employee wellbeing in 2024
Employee wellbeing is a modern priority. Key players across multiple sectors now recognise that the mental, physical, and financial health of their workforce is crucial to maintaining productivity, morale, and job satisfaction. In turn, this promotes high retention.
Continue readingBusinesses sign up to learn the lessons of Rovers’ return to the top
A “power board” which has supported the transformation of Hull Kingston Rovers from Super League stragglers to table-toppers is offering to share its expertise to help other businesses thrive.
Continue readingLeather Repair Company hits new heights with Concorde restoration
A family firm which has built a reputation internationally for breathing new life into prized possessions from classic cars to swanky sofas is reaching for the sky after being appointed to clean up Concorde.
Continue readingYorkshire Wolds brewery reaches final of regional business and food and drink awards
The team at Wold Top Brewery is celebrating two of its beers being shortlisted in the Deliciously Yorkshire Taste Awards and reaching the final of the York Press Business Awards.
Continue readingArco celebrates success at East Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards
Arco’s Chelsea Baxter has been named Advanced Apprentice of the Year at the inaugural East Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards, with Arco runner-up in the Large Employer of the Year category.
Continue readingIntegra Buildings hits £50m turnover as modular construction firm celebrates best ever year
Modular construction business Integra Buildings has celebrated a record year as a string of major contracts underpinned impressive growth.
Continue readingArco launches inclusion committee to champion diversity and equity
Arco has launched a new inclusion committee focused on driving equity and diversity in the business.
Continue readingIdeal Heating opens doors to students to celebrate National Manufacturing Day
Ideal Heating has given students a glimpse at the breadth of careers available at the company as it celebrates National Manufacturing Day 2024.
Continue readingCompendium Living collects over 100 items for Hull food banks with local contractors donating generously
Compendium Living is proud to announce the success of its recent community food drive, collecting over 100 essential food items for local Hull food banks. In addition to the food donations, local contractors working alongside Compendium Living have generously contributed financial support to further aid the city’s vulnerable residents.
Continue readingHull home to pioneering project which reduces disgusting “fatbergs” in sewers and turns waste into biodiesel
Trial of the cutting-edge technology at Yorkshire Water’s Hull treatment site one of two major partnerships launched by Future Humber members Eco Clarity.
Continue readingBeal apprentices honoured in the inaugural East Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards
Two Beal Homes apprentices have been recognised for the invaluable contribution they make in the inaugural East Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards.
Continue readingDriffield business wins Yorkshire poultry award
The team at an East Yorkshire poultry rearing business is celebrating after winning a regional award.
Continue readingThe Deep hits major milestone in native biodiversity recordings
The Deep has recently hit an incredible 1,000 observations on iNaturalist, an app which encourages its users to upload and share findings from the natural world. This significant milestone has been accomplished thanks to involvement from members of the public alongside The Deep’s Crew in this worldwide citizen science project.
Continue readingYorkshire Wolds poultry business reaches final of regional taste award
The team at a Middleton on the Wolds poultry business is celebrating after its chicken was shortlisted in the 20th annual Deliciously Yorkshire Taste Awards.
Continue readingHull care homes recognised with Veteran Friendly status
The Hollies, a residential care home in Hessle and Overton House, which provides specialist dementia care and is based in Cottingham, have been awarded the prestigious Veteran Friendly Framework (VFF) status.
Continue readingJohn Good Group extends sponsorship of the WFA Cup for two more seasons
Hull-based John Good Group, a purpose-led family business with a rich 191-year history, is thrilled to announce the extension of its sponsorship of The WFA Cup for the 2024/25 and 2025/26 seasons.
Continue readingLocal business ditches the desks to walk 1,000 miles in support of Hull Animal Welfare Trust
The team at Eyeweb has dubbed the challenge ‘Walkies for Welfare’, which requires the seven members to walk the total distance in just thirty-one days.
Continue readingHull Trains and Yorkshire Wildlife Trust join forces for big Bridlington beach clean
An army of volunteers from the pioneering open access operator Hull Trains have taken part in a beach clean in the beautiful Yorkshire seaside town of Bridlington.
Continue readingExperienced engineer swaps tools for training to become Ideal Heating’s first female trainer
Ideal Heating has strengthened its experienced Expert Academy training team with the appointment of a new Technical Training Manager.
Continue readingBoston Energy marks exciting new chapter with office move as wind power business targets further growth
Leading wind power specialist Boston Energy has moved to a showpiece new head office as the company sets its sights on accelerated growth.
Continue readingSpencer Group cyclists saddle up for Teenage Cancer Trust
Spencer Group has achieved a major milestone in its fundraising efforts for its charity of the year, Teenage Cancer Trust, after reaching the £8,000 mark.
Continue readingHull property specialists appointed to ‘breathe new life’ into apartments at former Georgian hotel in Whitby
A growing Hull-based property management company which specialises in running residential developments on behalf of owners and leaseholders has been appointed to manage a landmark former Georgian hotel in Whitby which has been converted into apartments.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire Business Park proves perfect base as warehousing and distribution centre for company importing through Humber docks
One of East Yorkshire’s biggest business sites has proved to be the perfect base for a Hull company which imports products through the Humber Docks to be distributed to customers in West Yorkshire.
Continue readingSenior manager at an East Yorkshire poultry business celebrates success
A member of the Senior Management Team at a Middleton-on-the-Wolds poultry business is celebrating after gaining membership of a health and safety body.
Continue readingHull Trains secures coveted Great Place to Work title at prestigious National Rail Awards
The pioneering open access operator, Hull Trains has secured the coveted ‘Great Place to Work’ title at this year’s National Rail Awards held in London.
Continue readingGoFoodie receives support from Tesco to recruit cooks
GoFoodie promoted their new healthy food app at Tesco in St Stephen’s shopping centre again in Hull on Sunday 15 September.
Continue readingTROJAN launches inclusive footwear range
Leading workwear and safety footwear brand TROJAN has launched its most inclusive range of safety shoes to date, including unisex work trainers that offer ‘true female fit’.
Continue readingFrom Hull to Hollywood
It has been three years since Hull’s first acting agency launched. “A lot has happened in three years,” says Tilly Miller, who founded the agency. “I always knew we had the talent here and the success of the agency really solidifies this.”
Continue readingRising stars earn promotion at Rollits
Leading law firm Rollits LLP has announced the promotion of two trainee solicitors who each took a different route into the profession.
Continue readingArco experts teach Ron Dearing UTC students all about safety
Engineering students at Hull’s Ron Dearing UTC have been learning all about workplace safety, thanks to the experts at Arco.
Continue readingTrick or Treat Street returns to William’s Den this Halloween
Popular Yorkshire children’s attraction, William’s Den, is bringing back its unique Trick or Treat Street event for Halloween. After a successful debut last year, Yorkshire’s first and only Trick or Treat Street will return bigger and better, with a brand-new adventure created for families with children aged three to 12.
Continue readingSun shines on Yorkshire solar distributor as turnover hits £20+ million in first full financial year
HDM Solar Wholesale, a national wholesaler of solar and renewable energy products, is celebrating a remarkable period of growth. The start-up company has surpassed £20 million in turnover and delivered over 1 million products across the UK in its first full financial year.
Continue readingWhat does the new Labour Government mean for employment law?
We had a chat with Ed Heppel, Head of Employment at Rollits, about potential changes to employment law under the new Labour Government.
Continue readingHome from Home Pet Care to host annual dog show
Home from Home Pet Care, in collaboration with The Groom Inn, is thrilled to announce their 3rd Annual Dog Show and Family Fun Day on Sunday, 22nd September 2024. The event will run from 12:30 PM to 4 PM at their location on Tranby Lane, Swanland.
Continue readingSpencer Group expands M&E team with intake of apprentices
Spencer Group is continuing to develop a pipeline of young talent through its ongoing partnership with education provider Ron Dearing UTC, with the addition of four new apprentices.
Continue readingHull homelessness charity raises £10k for new vans
Homelessness charity Emmaus Hull & East Riding is celebrating after raising £10k to replace two vans used for its homeless outreach service.
Continue readingWiME Hull Careers Event helps teacher pursue a new career in renewable energy
A former science teacher has channeled her passion for the planet into a new career in renewable energy, thanks to Green Port Hull’s Women into Manufacturing and Engineering (WiME) initiative.
Continue readingHull Truck Theatre and Hull Trains celebrate five years of successful partnership
Hull Truck Theatre and Hull Trains will once again partner to deliver a magical festive theatre experience for families in Hull and East Yorkshire with The Borrowers (Friday 29 November 2024 – Saturday 4 January 2025).
Continue readingHull based company completes work on new multi-million-pound school
Hull headquartered construction firm, Hobson & Porter, has completed work on a brand-new multi-million-pound primary school in Northallerton.
Continue readingRollits serving up breakfast and best practice for charity and education sector leaders
Experts at a leading law firm will address issues ranging from how to handle serious incidents involving charities to social media threats on smart phones as part of their next series of free breakfast briefings.
Continue readingHinks Insurance celebrates historic move and announces new leadership
Hinks Insurance is excited to announce a significant milestone in its history as it bids farewell to its Hull city centre office after 53 years – and embarks on a new chapter by relocating headquarters to Waterside Business Park in Hessle.
Continue readingAncora Law looks to the future in new home steeped in the past
Commercial and residential property specialist Ancora Law has found the perfect platform for its future growth – a new home in a building steeped in history.
Continue readingIdeal Heating marks five millionth Logic with a celebration of its best-selling boiler
Leading Hull manufacturer Ideal Heating has celebrated a major production milestone in the history of its successful Logic boiler.
Continue readingSibling businesses shortlisted for five tourism awards
The teams at two Yorkshire coast businesses are celebrating after reaching the final in five categories of a prestigious tourism awards competition.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire digital marketing agency drives 21% uplift for City of Wolverhampton College
Yorkshire-based education marketing agency Sowden & Sowden are celebrating driving a 21% uplift year-to-date in full-time application figures for City of Wolverhampton College.
Continue readingCraftsmanship in brick: Elevating Hull’s building aesthetic
Brick has been a staple in British architecture for centuries, and Hull is no exception. The city’s distinct look owes much to its thoughtful use of brick, creating structures that are not only functional but beautiful too. But what makes brick so special? Beyond its timeless appearance, brick offers versatility, durability, and energy efficiency, making it the ideal material for both traditional and contemporary builds.
Continue readingDavid Wilson Homes launches exclusive luxury apartments for sale at Hesslewood Park in Hessle
Local housebuilder, David Wilson Homes Yorkshire East, has released a collection of new, luxury apartments for sale at its Hesslewood Park development in Hessle.
Continue readingWPA celebrates second consecutive year as the only Which? Recommended Provider for Private Medical Insurance
National medical insurer WPA and local Healthcare Partner Sally Harvey are thrilled to announce that WPA has been named the Which? Recommended Provider for Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for the second consecutive year. This prestigious recognition by Which?, the UK’s leading consumer champion, highlights WPA’s unwavering commitment to delivering market-leading service excellence and customer satisfaction.
Continue readingChampions Dinner – Steve Davis and Dennis Taylor with John Virgo
The Black Ball final in 1985 gripped the nation. 18.5 million people tuned in well after midnight to see Dennis Taylor clinch the final frame and become the 1985 World Snooker Champion. This remarkable victory saw him outmanoeuvre Steve Davies with a nail-biting score of 18-17.
Continue readingLovell hosts exclusive Golden Ticket Event at The Sycamores in Kirk Ella
Lovell is excited to announce an exclusive Golden Ticket Event at their prestigious The Sycamores development in Kirk Ella, set to take place on Saturday 14 September. This limited-time event offers potential homebuyers the rare opportunity to secure their dream home with special incentives, expert mortgage advice, and continuous online support from their Assisted Move team.
Continue readingYorkshire Wolds brewery to host third Oktoberfest event
Buoyed by the sellout success of previous events, organisers at a Yorkshire Wolds brewery have released tickets for a third Oktoberfest event.
Continue readingBridge-to-bridge bikers gearing up to establish annual charity challenge
The organisers of a bridge-to-bridge cycle challenge are bidding to make it an annual event reinforcing the Sailors’ Children’s Society’s nationwide reach with the backing of growing numbers of businesses.
Continue readingKCOM staff take on epic 120km anniversary challenge for charity
A team of hardy KCOM hikers are taking on an epic 120km walking challenge for charity.
Continue readingTriple gold star win for Luke’s Bakery
First taste of award success for Yorkshire sourdough start-up.
Continue readingHull-based international guitar case manufacturer marks triple celebration
“In the last year alone, our cases have been sent to The Pretenders, Niall Horan and Seal, to name just a few!”
Continue readingMichelin Star menu awaits for Reckitt’s 150-year-old biscuits
Biscuits originally produced more than 150 years ago by a company known for such household-name brands as Dettol, Nurofen, Vanish and Harpic are likely to find their way onto the menu of a Michelin Star pub as part of a remarkable research project.
Continue readingSupport scheme is helping the region’s creative sector deliver a perfect pitch
Businesses operating in creative industries across Hull and East Yorkshire are signing up for free guidance and support to help them increase their commercial clout.
Continue readingSummerbridge is turning by-products into sustainable fuel
Summerbridge, a leading manufacturer of premium kitchen, bedroom and bathroom doors and cabinets based in Hull, took a significant step in environmental responsibility by converting its waste timber products into valuable fuel to heat its factory. This innovative approach not only reduced waste disposal costs but also underscored Summerbridge’s commitment to sustainability.
Continue readingRAIL SALE: Sizzling September savings in flash sale
Popular open access operator Hull Trains is helping customers make the most of every last little bit of summer, with an amazing 20% off tickets as part of a 72 hours rail sale.
Continue readingHull-based sustainability consultancy celebrates two year anniversary and puts its energy into future growth
A sustainability consultancy that was founded by two co-directors following a chance meeting on LinkedIn, has already secured more than £24million worth of funding for its clients to invest in green energy projects since the start of 2024 and now plans to double the size of its team.
Continue readingGreen cleaning product brand chuffed to launch new Yorkshire-inspired fragrance
Ethical cleaning manufacturer Bio-D has introduced a new fragrance to its range of environmentally friendly, vegan cleaning products.
Continue readingHull-based business PEMEC is attending Hull Careers Fair
Hull Careers Fair takes place at the DoubleTree by Hilton (Ferensway, HU2 8NH) on Friday 30th August from 10am until 2pm. The event is a fantastic way for jobseekers to discover exciting new career paths and explore current vacancies available in the region.
Continue readingArco launches working at height equipment range
Safety specialist Arco has launched its own range of working at height equipment, designed and developed with experts from its safety services division, along with its fall protection manufacturing partners.
Continue readingHull Trains surprises customers by transforming carriage into pop-up comedy club
Popular open access operator Hull Trains has showcased its dedication to supporting arts and culture in East Yorkshire by turning a train carriage into a special pop-up comedy club.
Continue readingLocal housebuilder invites house hunters to First Time Buyer event in Beverley this weekend
Barratt and David Wilson Homes Yorkshire East is inviting people ready to step on the housing ladder to a First Time Buyer event at its Queens Court and Minster View developments in Beverley.
Continue readingHumber Freeport helps to secure £250m investment at key industrial cluster
Humber Freeport has helped to attract yet another major inward investment by playing a key role in securing a £250m development by a world-class business.
Continue readingDriffield businesses shortlisted in national poultry awards
The teams at two East Yorkshire poultry businesses are celebrating after being shortlisted in a regional awards scheme.
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