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UK Spared New US Tariffs

Confirmation that new US tariffs on steel and aluminium should not affect UK exports.

HMRC Prepares to Scale Up Compliance Audits Efforts

There is a hint of a warning that UK businesses should think about possible customs compliance audits sooner rather than later, as the government strongly suggests that it’s time to ramp up audits to collect outstanding debt.

Fruit and Veg Import Checks Scrapped

In advance of a new SPS agreement with EU, fruit and veg imports will require no fees or border checks - saving businesses time and money

Chambers call for action as UK Bioethanol industry at risk

Concrete flooring specialist completes £1m investment in premises and equipment after building solid reputation with big-brand clients

A company which is installing concrete floors for major manufacturers, retailers and industrial units across the UK is building on its own solid foundations with further investment at its remote premises in East Yorkshire.

Import and Export Skills Bootcamps Are Back!

The Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that we have received funding to deliver a further 3 Import and Export Bootcamps.

Tech Educators Unveils New Funding for Businesses to unlock AI and Digital Skills in Hull and East Yorkshire

Hull, UK – Tech Educators is thrilled to announce the launch of a new series of Skills Bootcamps in Hull and East Yorkshire, offering funded places to support businesses across the region in gaining high-demand digital, leadership and AI skills.

Connect, be inspired, network, spark new ideas, get creative and explore AI at this year’s Chamber Expo

This year’s Chamber Expo is already proving to be very popular we have a vast array of businesses exhibiting at this year’s event on June 3rd at the Mercure Hull Grange Park Hotel, Willerby.

EU-UK Summit Marks New Beginning

The EU-UK summit yielded a deal that commits both parties to greater cooperation on defence, energy and Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) controls, marking a meaningful shift in post-Brexit relations between the two.

Businesses celebrate success at NLBA as town’s MP praises British Steel and Chamber’s Super Trooper at Scunthorpe’s Baths Hall

THE 2025 Northern Lincolnshire Business Awards were held at Scunthorpe’s Baths Hall where the town’s MP gave a passionate speech to the Humber business community praising the town’s steelworks which he was instrumental in saving and heralding its now bright future.

HullBID showcases local talent as Humber Business Week marks 10th anniversary of Inspiring People dinner

Three established figures from the region’s business networks will step up to highlight their corporate and community connections when they mark the 10th anniversary of the HullBID Inspiring People dinner as part of Humber Business Week.

Foot and Mouth Disease in Germany - Updated 14/05/2025

The following information is from DEFRA - 14/05/2025

Hull College and The Warren Join Forces to Empower Hull’s Young People

Two of Hull’s leading youth-focused organisations, Hull College and The Warren, have formalised their commitment to working together through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

Allenby Commercial embarks on the big reveal as scaffolding comes down at Monocle

as scaffolding comes down at Monocle
The scaffolding is coming down and occupiers are getting ready to move in as the company behind a state-of-the-art, modern business hub prepares to launch the first phase of the project.

Pace of Immigration Changes Must Work for Business

Responding to the publication of the Immigration White Paper, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy, at the British Chambers of Commerce said “Businesses are keen to unlock more home-grown talent and will welcome the broad direction of travel in today’s White Paper.