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New MD builds on traditions of quality construction as he steers Houlton towards 150-year milestone

A historic Hull construction company dating back to 1879 has completed a change at the top as it builds towards its 150-year milestone.

Mixed Picture for UK Exporters On US Tariffs

The US has introduced new tariffs to replace its current levies on UK imports which have expired on 24 July 2026. For most UK companies there is no effective change, but there is welcome confirmation that the removal of US tariffs on whisky has taken effect.

Corendon Airlines Renews Hull City Sponsorship

Hull City are pleased to announce that principal partner Corendon Airlines will continue as the club’s front-of-shirt sponsor after agreeing an extension to their partnership.

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.

QES Q2 2026 - Business confidence takes dip in Humber as Q2 challenges persist

IN what many saw as a surprise move in light of the geo-political shocks of the Gulf and the Russia-Ukraine war, the Bank of England held interest rates at 3.75% in June.

Spencer Bridge Engineering earns top industry honour for restoration of historic crossing

A Hull based multi-disciplinary engineering specialist has been honoured with a prestigious national award in recognition of its outstanding work on the iconic Grade I-listed Menai Suspension Bridge.

How Ongo is helping young people into work as national number of unemployed rises

Ongo is continuing its support to help young people gain skills, confidence and access to employment, at a time when national figures show an increase in unemployment.

Wilkin Chapman Rollits named among UK's most recommended law firms

Yorkshire and Lincolnshire law firm Wilkin Chapman Rollits has been named among the most highly recommended firms across UK regions.

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.

Hull College launching new £5m Greenwave training centre to help power Humber’s low-carbon future

Hull College is opening a landmark new £5 million green energy training centre, creating industry-leading learning environments to equip the next generation of skilled workers for careers in the low-carbon economy.

Alarm Bells Ringing As Services Exports Fall    

Latest trade data has been released by the Office for National Statistics.

New Era As UK-India Trade Deal Begins

The UK-India Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) came into force on 15 July, 2026

Employers and training providers to embark on next phase of skills improvement plan

An employer-led partnership covering Hull and East Yorkshire has secured government approval for the next phase of a programme which is designed to develop skills in the region.

Three new partners strengthen law firm’s senior team

Lincolnshire and Yorkshire law firm Wilkin Chapman Rollits has strengthened its senior team by hiring a new partner and promoting two of its lawyers to partnership.

Enhanced Swiss Trade Deal

The United Kingdom and the Swiss Confederation (Switzerland) have concluded negotiations on an enhanced free trade agreement (FTA).