Chamber News

HullBID building for the future after best ballot result in 20 years and roaring success of Dino Day

HullBID racked up its second roaring success in a week as thousands of people descended on the city centre for the annual Dino Day just days after details were released of a resounding ballot win.

Hospitality business rates changes welcome, but must go further, say Humber hoteliers

NEW Prime Minister Andy Burnham today announced a 20% cut in business rates for pubs, social clubs and live music venues, but the news has received a mixed response from local hoteliers.

The British Business Bank Publishes its Annual Report and Accounts for 2025/26

The Bank recorded its largest profit since 2021/22, with pre-tax profit reaching £426m – three times the £144m recorded last year.

£4.3bn of private capital crowded in by the Bank alongside £1.3bn of public funding.

2025/26 activities expected to create c.39,000 additional jobs and £8.8bn of gross value added.

Members hear of 10-year transformation for leading Lincolnshire destination

Members of the Chamber’s North East Lincolnshire Area Council enjoyed a visit to Laceby Manor Spa and Golf Resort in June where they were welcomed by owner and CEO Roger Burnett.

Welcome aboard, Matt!

It was great catching up with Matt Woodhouse of P&O Ferries at his new office in King George Dock. Matt has recently been appointed Head of Routes – North Sea.

Chamber Expo to focus on energy security, stalled projects and net zero transition as leading experts are confirmed for panel

Energy, power and connectivity will be the primary focus of a major business exhibition in the Humber on Tuesday, June 2.

The 2026 NLBAs celebrate 25 years of business excellence with glittering ceremony and West End stars

The 2026 Northern Lincolnshire Business Awards was another fabulous evening celebrating business excellence and the 25th anniversary of the awards themselves.

Bank Facing Interest Rate Dilemma

Responding to the latest Bank of England interest rate decision, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said:

British Chambers call on Government to urgently prioritise UK's economic security

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is urging Government to prioritise the UK’s economic security, after 10 years of geopolitical shocks have repeatedly damaged growth.

Cracking early bird offer now available... 🐣 🐣🐣

The Chamber Expo is a stalwart of Humber Business week, and in 2026 will be held on Tuesday, June 2, at the Mercure Hull Grange Park Hotel, Willerby.

Northern Lincolnshire businesswoman becomes Chamber’s new President

THE Hull & Humber Chamber of Commerce elected Irene Keal as its new President at its 189th AGM in March.

Chamber calls on petrol retailers in Humber to stop profiteering on Gulf crisis and driving up local business costs

Chamber calls on petrol retailers in Humber to stop profiteering on Gulf crisis and driving up local business costs

Powering up for Chamber Expo ’26! ‘Early Bird’ £249 stand deals available now as bookings open!

IF YOU’RE quick, just £249 + VAT is all it costs to book your Early Bird Chamber Expo stand this year for one of the Hull & Humber Chamber of Commerce’s most popular events.

Chamber welcomes British Steel’s Turkish rail contract announcement

THE Hull & Humber Chamber of Commerce has welcomed British Steel’s announcement (Feb 18) that it has won a multi-million pound contract to supply rail track to Turkey.

Chamber AGM’s networking lunch to help shape future growth in our region

A PARLIAMENTARY update from a Government Minister and shaping the future of growth in the North will be the focus of discussions at this year’s AGM networking lunch with the Hull & Humber Chamber of Commerce.