Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce

Chamber petitions Department for Transport to provide financial support for Hull Trains

Published on May 29, 2020 in Chamber News.

THE Hull & Humber Chamber of Commerce is petitioning the Department for Transport to provide Hull Trains with the necessary assistance to restart their direct train services between Hull/ Beverley and London, following their suspension on 30 March 2020 due to the coronavirus.

PM announces further adjustments to lockdown measures as five key tests are met

Published on May 29, 2020 in Chamber News.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has given his latest update on the UK's progress against each of the five tests we had to meet before adjusting the lockdown.

Government launches NHS Test and Trace service

Published on May 28, 2020 in Chamber News.

The new NHS Test and Trace service has launched today across England with the aim of identifying, containing and controlling coronavirus, reducing the spread of the virus and saving lives.

Local Government Minister washes hands of Humber leadership controversy

Published on May 26, 2020 in Chamber News.

Local Government Minister Stephen Clarke will NOT intervene in the appointment of an interim chair of Humber LEP, despite fierce objections.

Cabinet Office shares guidance and timeline for retail to reopen from 1st June

Published on May 26, 2020 in Chamber News.

THE Prime Minister has set out a timeline for retail to reopen from 1st June and further guidance has been published for how to operate safely to protect staff and customers.

WTO director-general resigns amid trying times for trade

Published on May 21, 2020 in Chamber News.

The director-general of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Roberto Azevêdo, has resigned, cutting short his second term at the global body by a year.

Cabinet Office issues latest key updates for businesses

Published on May 20, 2020 in Chamber News.

The Cabinet Office has asked the Chamber to help it publicise these latest key updates for businesses

Firms begin to reopen but one in 10 cannot implement Government guidance safely

Published on May 20, 2020 in Chamber News.

THE latest survey of Chambers reveals that the majority of firms are now in a position to partially restart operations as lockdown restrictions are eased.

Cabinet Office publishes latest advice and guidance

Published on May 19, 2020 in Chamber News.

The Cabinet Office has asked the Chamber to publicise the latest guidance and announcements that have been made available.

Chamber backing Hull MPs' bid to secure financial support for Hull Trains

Published on May 18, 2020 in Chamber News.

The Hull & Humber Chamber of Commerce is backing the campaign by Hull MPs to secure funding for the city's favourite train company, Hull Trains.

Cabinet Office shares latest guidance and support for businesses

Published on May 15, 2020 in Chamber News.

THE Cabinet Office has asked the Chamber to publicise the latest guidance and announcements that have been made available.

Chambers say firms ready to embrace ‘new normal’ but Government support must adapt

Published on May 14, 2020 in Chamber News.

Chancellor Rishi Sunak anounces extension of UK furlough scheme

Published on May 12, 2020 in Chamber News.

Chambers of Commerce have welcomed the extension of the furlough scheme which pays the wages of workers on leave because of coronavirus.

Chamber webinars focus on building business resilience during coronavirus disruption

Published on May 11, 2020 in Chamber News.

The Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce hosted the first of a series of weekly webinars with a panel of key business leaders looking at how to build business resilience during times of disruption.