Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce

Paragon Arcade invites shoppers to “meet the makers” as local independents launch festive programme

Published on November 22, 2019 in Member News.

A Victorian arcade which has become a hub for independent retailers is inviting shoppers to “meet the makers” as it kicks off an array of festive activities this week.

Building begins on showpiece Arco head office in Hull’s Fruit Market

Published on November 22, 2019 in Member News.

Construction has begun on the largest development of its kind in Hull for more than half a century.

Chamber business leaders hear about huge climate change risk to Humber towns and city

Published on November 21, 2019 in Chamber News.

After what felt like endless weeks of torrential rain which led to serious flooding in Lincolnshire and Yorkshire, a timely presentation by the Environment Agency brought the flood risk in the Humber region into sharp focus.

City centre businesses offer family fun with festive gingerbread hunt

Published on November 21, 2019 in Member News.

A festive gingerbread scavenger hunt is enticing families into Hull city centre with the promise of fun finding the clues hidden in shops and other businesses – and a mouth-watering prize at the end.

Skills shortages impacting businesses as labour market remains buoyant

Published on November 21, 2019 in Chamber News.

The percentage of UK firms facing recruitment difficulties has returned to previous highs, while one in four businesses expect to increase headcount, according to the UK’s largest survey of employers.

Hammonds of Hull listen to the locals

Published on November 20, 2019 in Member News.

The iconic Hull landmark will be lit up in time for Christmas.

Frank Bruno packs a punch with strong message on mental health

Published on November 20, 2019 in Member News.

World champion boxer Frank Bruno is gearing up for his next big fight – taking on the government in his campaign to get a better deal for people battling mental illness.

Walkabout raises funds and awareness for Daisy Appeal

Published on November 19, 2019 in Member News.

The Daisy Appeal went walkabout with award-winning tour guide Paul Schofield to raise money and awareness of the charity and of some of the region’s hidden history.

Three-course meal on the menu as legal team serves up lunchtime charity treat

Published on November 18, 2019 in Member News.

From the legal arena to the kitchen – budding chefs from Wilkin Chapman solicitors served up a lunchtime treat, raising more than £1,000 for Grimsby’s centre for rough sleepers.

Pocklington School shortlisted for Tes Award

Published on November 16, 2019 in Member News.

Pocklington School has been shortlisted in the prestigious Tes Independent School Awards, which applaud excellence and reward innovation, providing benchmarks for the sector as a whole.

Raft of top-tier recommendations and Leading Lawyer listings for local law firm Rollits

Published on November 15, 2019 in Member News.

Rollits LLP has been recommended in 16 different practice areas in the latest edition of the UK Legal 500.

Viola campaign to benefit from calendar of famous ships

Published on November 14, 2019 in Member News.

Trustees behind a campaign to bring the world’s oldest remaining steam trawler back to its home in Hull will be crossing off the days after taking delivery of a commemorative calendar and revealing the ship could be back next summer.

From Apprentice to Director – Hull & East Yorkshire Recruitment Firm celebrate Adam Barnes 20 years in the Business

Published on November 14, 2019 in Member News.

A long-standing member of staff at one of the largest independent recruitment firms in Yorkshire celebrates 20 years in the business, moving from his early days as an apprentice to his current role as Director.