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Chamber welcomes £18.4-million Levelling Up funds awarded to Cleethorpes for key town centre projects

Plans to continue with the reinvention of Cleethorpes have taken a major step forward as North East Lincolnshire Council has secured more than £18.4m of Levelling Up grant monies for the resort.

Arco Signs Up to Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

Arco, the UK’s leading safety company, has signed up to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and has secured a bronze award – the first step in the fifth-generation family business’ ambition of becoming a gold award employer.

Northern Lincolnshire Business Awards now open for entries for 2023 celebrations

The 2023 Northern Lincolnshire Business Awards is now live and entries can be submitted. There are 14 categories, 13 of which can be entered and one which is chosen from all entries by the judges to be ‘The Business of Excellence’.

Chamber strongly endorses Skidmore review and the need to fast forward on Net Zero agenda – especially in the Humber

FORMER Conservative Energy Minister, Chris Skidmore MP, has published a powerful review on how the UK can deliver and implement net zero policies effectively and efficiently across the country, making more than 130 recommendations in his 330-page report.

Artist combines Yorkshire heritage and passion for Greece to present unique exhibition at University gallery

An artist with a portfolio inspired by his home in Greece and his Hull heritage is preparing to display a selection of his work at a double exhibition in the city.

Only Two Weeks Left for Families to Apply For Grassroots Sports Funding

QES Q4 2022 - Inflation and interest rates are biggest fears for Humber firms

AS another interest rate rise and soaring inflation continue to add to the challenges faced by businesses in the Humber, there was little in the way of good news to welcome in 2023, with high inflation continuing to be a major concern.

Rachel Lowe Joins John Good Group as Chief Human Resources Officer

John Good Group is excited to announce that Rachel Lowe has joined the Group as Chief People Officer. Rachel brings with her a wealth of experience and expertise in human resources, having previously held leadership roles at Victoria Plum, Ramsden International and other leading Blue Chip Companies.

Law Firm Feeds 460 Families in Need this Christmas

The Christmas Dinner Project, organised by Pepperells Solicitors has raised over £11,000
providing over 460 families with a Christmas dinner this year.

Shortlist revealed for 2023 HullBID Awards

The cream of the Hull city centre business community will be aiming to get the new year off to a flying start as they challenge for the 2023 Hull Business Improvement District (HullBID) Awards.

‘Tis the season to be jolly’ as Lord Mayor and Council Leader praise ‘strong business voice’ at Chamber Patrons’ lunch

The Chamber’s Patrons were welcomed to a festive lunch in Hull’s Guildhall just before Christmas as a thank you for the extra support they give to the Chamber.

East Yorkshire’s Christmas and New Year buses announced

Local bus company East Yorkshire have announced their festive bus schedules over the late December period. East Yorkshire’s buses will be running to different timetables between Christmas Eve and 3 January 2023

Grassroots Project Launches in Hull to Help Children Access Rugby for Free During Cost-of-Living Crisis

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

Business leaders tell Shadow Energy Secretary Ed Miliband: ‘Remove the blocks and let us clean up the Humber faster’

We don’t want money – just make bold decisions and let us get on with decarbonising the Humber and building for the future

New recruit as medical law firm continues expansion

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