Creative tech trailblazers bidding to boost investment at national summit

Four of the region’s brightest creative businesses will be flying the flag for Hull and East Yorkshire next week at a national summit designed to boost investment in a rapidly developing sector. Creo Plan, Feonic, Rubicon Bridge and Summit Media will head to the Big Creative UK Summit in London as trailblazers selected from more than 40 businesses who took part in the regional sessions. Their...

Artlink Hull exhibition celebrates neurodivergent creatives

An exhibition at Artlink Hull has been launched to celebrate the work of neurodivergent artists while marking the 10th anniversary of Matthew's Hub, a charity supporting individuals with autism, ADHD, and those awaiting diagnosis. Different by Design opened on Friday, January 17, and will run until March 29 at Artlink Hull’s 87 Gallery in Princes Avenue. The exhibition showcases the work of 10...

Federation of Sport ‘is a new community space where tech and physical activity interact’

A groundbreaking sports and gaming hub has launched in Hull's Old Town, setting the stage for ambitious expansion plans across the UK and internationally. The innovative £1.6 million Federation of Sport opened its doors for a soft launch last weekend. With every available slot fully booked, the event drew sports enthusiasts and tech-savvy individuals alike, all eager to experience the...

Artlink and Hull York Medical School collaborate to raise awareness for cervical cancer

Artlink Hull and Hull York Medical School have announced that their community filming project is now being shown in local doctors' surgeries and is having a wider impact across the region. Since July, Is That It? has been shown on the Weston Park Cancer Charity Bus, a cancer support service visiting disadvantaged areas of South Yorkshire, to improve equality in access to services. This impactful...

Lindsey Alvis appointed new Artlink CEO

Hull-based Artlink has announced the appointment of Lindsey Alvis as its new creative director and CEO. Lindsey, a passionate advocate for community arts and inclusivity, will step into the role following Philip Stevens’ retirement. Lindsey brings a wealth of experience from more than 15 years working in the arts, having worked as a theatre producer for London-based touring company Headlong and...