http://www.hullbusinessforum.com The latest news from the ONE Hull Business Forum. en-gb 2012 ONE Hull Business Forum Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:25:32 +0000 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:25:32 +0000 120 http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/02/open_city_calls_on_business_support/Businesses in Hull with something to show off are being urged to consider taking part in Heritage Open Days which takes place in September this year.Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/02/open_city_calls_on_business_support/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/ceo_outlines_beverleys_back_to_the_future_strategy/HISTORIC Beverley Building Society has no intention of being snapped up by a larger rival as its new chief executive implements a 'back to the future' strategy.Peter Myers told TheBusinessDesk.com that the Society's 'growth and legacy' three year strategyTue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/ceo_outlines_beverleys_back_to_the_future_strategy/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/kcom_today_expects_full_year_trading_to_be_in_line/Communications services provider KCom today said it expects its full year trading to be in line with expectations as it looks to increase its annual dividend. In an interim management statement issued this morning, the Hull-based company said current perfTue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/kcom_today_expects_full_year_trading_to_be_in_line/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/first_technology_showcase_receives_enthusiastic_su/On-Line Computing's first Technology Showcase event in Hull was well-received by capacity audience.Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/first_technology_showcase_receives_enthusiastic_su/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/the_north_bank_partnership__the_humber_leps_north/The members of the Humber LEP North Bank sub-Board have now been fully-ratified following their first full meeting held on Thursday 19th January.Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/the_north_bank_partnership__the_humber_leps_north/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/invitation_to_create_a_green_vision_for_hull/We would like you to be able to attend the event for the business sector on the 29th February at the Village Hotel Hull at 7.30am for 8.00am start, finishing at 10.00am to help develop the vision. There will be breakfast rolls and pastries from 7.30am.Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/invitation_to_create_a_green_vision_for_hull/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/landmark_deal_gives_team_humber_access_to_the_top/Team Humber Marine Alliance has become an affiliate partner of EEF manufacturers' organisation under a landmark agreement.Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/landmark_deal_gives_team_humber_access_to_the_top/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/expert_property_lawyer_strengthens_williamsons_sea/A lawyer with 20 years' expertise in commercial and residential property work has joined Williamsons Solicitors' Bridlington office.Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/expert_property_lawyer_strengthens_williamsons_sea/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/major_governmentprivate_sector_campaign_launched_t/'Business in You', a major new campaign aimed at inspiring people to start or grow their own businesses and helping small businesses and entrepreneurs understand the array of information and help available from the Government and private sector has been lMon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/major_governmentprivate_sector_campaign_launched_t/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/a_healthy_workforce_is_a_more_productive_workforce/Do you want to give your staff a helping hand to improve their health & wellbeing? The workforce health scheme works in partnership with ABL Health to bring businesses a FREE 12 week programme.Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/a_healthy_workforce_is_a_more_productive_workforce/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/memorandum_of_understanding_signed_between_uk_trad/UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) has shown clear signs of recognising the value of the newly formed Local Enterprise Partnerships by signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Humber LEP.Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/memorandum_of_understanding_signed_between_uk_trad/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/able_marine_energy_park_plans_move_forward_1/Able UK's plans for a new port development and wind turbine manufacturing facilities on the south bank of the Humber have taken a step forward.Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/able_marine_energy_park_plans_move_forward_1/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/energy_event_to_target_huge_workforce_opportunitie_1/Tens of thousands of jobs are on the horizon in the new renewables, energy and chemicals process workforce over the coming few years, and many of them will be on the Humber, say industry experts.Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/energy_event_to_target_huge_workforce_opportunitie_1/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/get_fit_with_active_hull_1/Still sticking to your New Year's resolution to lose weight and get fit? Need a bit of help to keep at it? If so, then Active Hull is for you.Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/get_fit_with_active_hull_1/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/hotel_business_in_administration/Administrators have been appointed to the business behind the Portland Hotel in Hull placing jobs at risk. The hotel, one of three affected, will continue to trade while a buyer is sought.Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/hotel_business_in_administration/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/kc_contact_centres_wins_customer_service_contract/Online furniture retailer MFI has chosen KC Contact Centers to provide outsourced customer service and sales support to customers who buy from its website www.mfi.co.uk.Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/kc_contact_centres_wins_customer_service_contract/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/plans_unveiled_for_new_100m_business_park/Detailed plans for the development of a £100m 'green' business park in the shadow of the Humber Bridge at Hessle and which could create more than 3,000 new jobs have been unveiled.Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/plans_unveiled_for_new_100m_business_park/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/calling_all_entrepreneurs/Twofour Broadcast are currently seeking budding entrepreneurs to take part in a brand new, primetime television show for a major UK broadcaster.Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/calling_all_entrepreneurs/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/humber_lep_launches_6_million_fund_to_kickstart_de/The Humber Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) is today launching the first phase of its Humber Infrastructure Fund, which will fund capital investments to help drive local economic growth across the Humber.Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/humber_lep_launches_6_million_fund_to_kickstart_de/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/profits_up_at_william_jackson/Food firm William Jackson, the company behind the Aunt Bessies brand, has posted much increased annual profits. Profits before tax and interest were £7.21m, up from £674,000 the previous year. Operating profit before exceptional items was £7.2m, an increaThu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/profits_up_at_william_jackson/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/microsoft_awards_online_computing_cloud_accelerate_1/Kingston upon Hull, UK – 09 January 2012 - On-Line Computing has achieved the Microsoft Cloud Accelerate Partner status, held by less than one per cent of Microsoft partners around the world.Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/microsoft_awards_online_computing_cloud_accelerate_1/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/revenues_rebate_warning_in_runup_to_tax_deadline_1/HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is warning taxpayers in the East of England not to fall victim to 'phishing' emails sent out by fraudsters in the run-up to the self-assessment deadline of 31 January.Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/revenues_rebate_warning_in_runup_to_tax_deadline_1/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/energy_review_service_launched_to_help_cut_househo_1/A solar panel installation company is launching a new service to help people cut their energy consumption and household bills.Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/energy_review_service_launched_to_help_cut_househo_1/ http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/notice_from_hm_revenue__customs_hmrc/HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is issuing a New Year reminder to anyone who hasn't yet sent in their 2010/11 Self Assessment tax return.Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000http://www.hullbusinessforum.com/news/2012/01/notice_from_hm_revenue__customs_hmrc/