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Wendy

7/15/2026 1:21:44 PM

Employers and training providers to embark on next phase of skills improvement plan
 An employer-led partnership covering Hull and East Yorkshire has secured government approval for the next phase of a programme which is designed to develop skills in the region.
Business Funding & Support 4 min read

Wendy

7/9/2026 9:20:42 AM

South Yorkshire Businesses Urged to Make the Most of New £3,000 Youth Jobs Grant
 New funding offers South Yorkshire employers practical support to recruit young talent while strengthening the region's future workforce.
Business Funding & Support 4 min read

Wendy

7/6/2026 8:25:33 AM

New initiative invests in Humber’s future leaders
 A new initiative investing in the region’s future leadership has been launched by Future Humber, strengthening the pipeline of talent needed to support long-term economic growth and competitiveness.
Business Funding & Support 4 min read

Wendy

6/18/2026 3:08:04 PM

£25m Humber Freeport fund unlocks £170m of private investment in key developments
 Funding from Humber Freeport has helped unlock more than £170m of private sector investment in projects which aim to stimulate growth in key industrial clusters.
Business Funding & Support 4 min read

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Wendy

8/4/2026 8:56:34 AM

New appointment enables mortgage consultancy founder to accelerate business development plans
 A former Super League player who set up his own mortgages business is kicking on in a new business development role ahead of schedule after making his latest signing.
Business News 4 min read

Wendy

7/31/2026 8:59:21 AM

Hotham Hall estate appoints Diony to build national profile as leading luxury destination
 Performance marketing agency Diony has been appointed to lead the marketing and digital transformation of one of the UK's most exciting new heritage and hospitality destinations as the historic Hotham Hall estate enters a landmark new era. 
Business News 4 min read

Wendy

7/22/2026 12:24:11 PM

Humber welcomes Government delegation to showcase developments shaping region’s future
 Developments which will underpin the Humber’s economic future have been presented to delegates from two Government departments.
Business News 4 min read

Wendy

7/13/2026 10:07:38 AM

New Grimsby fish dock CEO unveils fresh brand for port-focused group of companies
 Andrew Oliver, new CEO of what is now Grimsby Fish Dock Group, with the new branding. Picture: Jon Corken Photography
Business News 4 min read

Charity & Fundraising

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Wendy

7/30/2026 8:35:58 AM

Ideal Heating celebrates £325,000 Macmillan fundraising milestone
 Ideal Heating has invited representatives from Macmillan Cancer Support to its headquarters in Hull to celebrate a new major milestone of £325,000 raised for the charity.
Charity & Fundraising 4 min read

Wendy

7/21/2026 8:52:45 AM

Willerby and Swift join forces to raise over £5,000 for HEY Children’s University
 Two of the UK’s leading holiday home manufacturers, Willerby and Swift, have come together for a charity sports day that raised over £5,000 for Hull and East Yorkshire (HEY) Children’s University.
Charity & Fundraising 4 min read

Wendy

7/20/2026 3:04:12 PM

The Bradbury Foundation awards more than £7,000 to seven community projects
 The Bradbury Foundation has awarded £7,619 to seven community organisations across Lincolnshire, helping to fund projects that reduce loneliness, improve wellbeing, encourage creativity and bring communities together.
Charity & Fundraising 4 min read

Wendy

6/18/2026 8:36:40 AM

A New Chapter for Wellbeing at Lincs Inspire Libraries
 Lincs Inspire Libraries has launched Wellbeing Chapter, a new programme funded by Arts Council England designed to support health and wellbeing through creativity, movement, reading and community connection.
Charity & Fundraising 4 min read

Education & Training

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Wendy

8/3/2026 12:45:17 PM

AaGlobal helps St Mary’s College add international dimension to alumni day
 A sixth form college in Hull added an international accent to its latest alumni day by welcoming a former student and her colleagues who are experts in translation and interpretation.
Education & Training 4 min read

Wendy

7/28/2026 1:55:47 PM

Spencer Group’s commitment to employer-led learning pays off with five First-Class Honours degrees
 Hull-based multi-disciplinary engineering business Spencer Group is celebrating the achievements of five of its degree apprentices who have all graduated with First-Class Honours degrees.  
Education & Training 4 min read

Wendy

7/13/2026 10:26:03 AM

Young ambassadors shine on screen as careers inspiration rewarded by Humber Marine & Renewables
 Director and sponsor, Lee Blanchard, left, congratulates Sam Hunt, right, and Ollie Harrison, for their efforts as part of Humber Marine & Renewables’ Young Ambassadors programme.  (Picture: HM&R)
Education & Training 4 min read

Wendy

7/6/2026 10:06:38 AM

Real skills and artificial intelligence to help raise the bar for engineering apprentices after grant win
 Artificial intelligence is to further opportunities and supplement the strong links between tutors and learners at HETA.
Education & Training 4 min read

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Wendy

8/6/2026 2:43:49 PM

Award-winning comedian to host Barnsley & Rotherham Business Awards
 Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber is delighted to announce that comedian, impressionist, actor and singer Jess Robinson has been confirmed as host of the 2026 Barnsley & Rotherham Business Awards.
Events & Networking 4 min read

Wendy

8/4/2026 12:23:57 PM

Join Council Leader and his colleagues to ask the questions you want answers to!
 Grimsby Town Hall's Assembly Rooms is the setting for the Community Live Question Time evening
Events & Networking 4 min read

Wendy

7/7/2026 2:53:29 PM

Northern Tech Summit aims to unlock global growth potential
 A major summit designed to strengthen connections across the North’s technology ecosystem is coming to Sheffield this October. 
Events & Networking 4 min read

Wendy

6/17/2026 9:03:03 AM

Economic Breakfast Brings Together Humber Business Leaders to Discuss Challenges and Opportunities Ahead
 More than 80 business leaders and professionals gathered at the Grimsby Institute for the Economic Breakfast, one of the flagship events of Humber Business Week.
Events & Networking 4 min read

Construction & Development

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Wendy

7/27/2026 10:42:12 AM

New MD builds on traditions of quality construction as he steers Houlton towards 150-year milestone
 A historic Hull construction company dating back to 1879 has completed a change at the top as it builds towards its 150-year milestone.
Construction & Development 4 min read

Wendy

9/9/2025 2:27:02 PM

Experienced bridge restoration company appointed to lead Corporation Bridge Works
 Activity has re-started on Corporation Road Bridge, as an experienced bridge restoration company is appointed.
Construction & Development 4 min read

Wendy

8/22/2025 10:02:10 AM

Housebuilders need action, not more red tape
 The government’s proposed planning legislation is likely to stifle, rather than stimulate housebuilding, senior representatives from South Yorkshire’s property sector have warned.
Construction & Development 4 min read

Wendy

1/8/2025 2:25:23 PM

Charge Non UK registered vehicles to use UK roads to help fund road repairs
 We think non UK registered vehicles entering mainland Great Britain should have to pay a charge for use of UK roads. The charge would either be an entry charge per visit or a charge that would cover one year’s road use by that vehicle
Construction & Development 2 min read

Sustainability

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Wendy

9/1/2025 8:39:39 AM

Green light for Morgan Generation Offshore Wind Farm to go ahead boosts UK’s energy security
 Commenting on today’s decision by the Energy Secretary Ed Miliband to grant consent to Morgan Generation Offshore Wind Farm off the coast of Cumbria, RenewableUK’s Director of Future Electricity Systems Barnaby Wharton said:
Sustainability 4 min read

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