Hull KR initially announced a multi-year partnership with P&O Ferries, winners of the 2024 Global Travel Awards, which faced significant backlash due to P&O's controversial history of unlawfully sacking 800 UK seafarers via Zoom and employing crew below minimum wage. The partnership was criticized by the RMT union and public figures, highlighting it as a form of 'sports washing'. Following the public outcry and discussions, Hull KR reconsidered and decided not to proceed with the partnership. This decision was influenced by the negative reaction from the community and the union, as well as the intervention of local MP Karl Turner, who expressed gratitude for the club's quick response to the concerns raised.
STATEMENT ON HULL KR & P&O FERRIES - Karl Turner MP https://t.co/D2qocKtJpI
I am glad that Hull KR have decided not to partner with P & O Ferries in a sponsorship arrangement. My thanks to the clubs Board for their fast decision on this issue and for giving me the opportunity to raise my concerns on behalf of the residents of East Hull. 1/2 https://t.co/RZXQfIs3Sj
I am glad that Hull KR have decided not to partner with P&O Ferries in a sponsorship arrangement. My thanks to the clubs Board for their fast decision on this issue and for giving me the opportunity to raise my concerns on behalf of the residents of East Hull. https://t.co/RZXQfIs3Sj
This is absolutely the right decision from @hullkrofficial 👏🏼 I’m pleased they’ve recognised their mistake in getting involved with this toxic company. Hull deserves better, as do the club. @KarlTurnerMP @RMTunion https://t.co/TUeNvky1IW
A big thanks to @hullkrofficial in recognising that an agreement with #P&O who have no morals and have disgraced UK shipping sector is detrimental to the club, the proud #maritime community of #Hull and #Rugbyleague Thanks to @KarlTurnerMP @RMTunion https://t.co/e0Aqb9Jua3
Well done @hullkrofficial for reconsidering your partnership with @POferries A victory for common sense and decency 👏 https://t.co/klLOhL2jPa
.@hullkrofficial: Club Statement: P&O Ferries https://t.co/02ll2z8nw2
There’s always a cost when you take the devil’s shilling! Surely @hullkrofficial don’t need money tainted by unlawful practices and the exploitation of hardworking seafarers? https://t.co/WviysxPlCB
Welcome to Craven Park 👎🏼 Home of the partners of admitted law breaker P&O Ferries Shame on you @hullkrofficial End this absurd partnership. #BoycottPOFerries #ShipsofShame https://t.co/SVyj53NsJt https://t.co/MgwP1Cm2J3
Hull KR faces backlash over P&O Ferries deal https://t.co/hK9sRN4oDA
Hull KR faces backlash over P&O Ferries deal - full story ⬇️ https://t.co/RmgSBnMIY9
"Hang your heads in shame" was the message from the biggest transport union to Hull KR following the club's controversial new partners 👀 Full Story: https://t.co/bHzIXFZAoa https://t.co/MyJeQIrSqc
Peter #Hebblethwaite has been summoned by #MPs to appear before the Business & Trade Committee on Tuesday to answer questions about the way #P&O treats its crew after sacking nearly 800 #seafarers @hullkrofficial should revisit this decision & end partnership now! @RMTunion https://t.co/oyM20W6GYy
2 years ago, P&O Ferries sacked 786 UK seafarers, breaking UK law, some in Hull. They are *currently* employing crew below the UK minimum wage and on 4+ month long tours. Their actions have been universally condemned. @hullkrofficial why are you partnering with a company… https://t.co/MJkHSRrnJN
Unbelievable that Hull KR would be associated with the utterly disgraceful @POferries . Shame on them https://t.co/rwRxEEiJp5
What on earth is this? This is disgraceful @hullkrofficial. Shame on you. @RMTunion https://t.co/GMvhBRGvPq
BREAKING: Up to 500 Seafarers at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary will take strike action on May 19 in a row over pay. The @RMTunion members in dispute provide the Royal Navy with vital logistic and operational support including humanitarian operations around the world.
Railway union has called out Hull KR for what they have deemed a "hugely disappointing" off-field partnership with a "toxic" company. https://t.co/TqLtR9D6iC
Wow. RMT Union call out Hull KR for their partnership with P&O and “sports washing”: https://t.co/65KZnfRRv2
They say you can be judged by the company you keep, so it is hugely disappointing that @hullkrofficial should choose to partner with the toxic @POferries 800 seafarers sacked, via Zoom, many in Hull! Hang your heads in shame @hullkrofficial https://t.co/Gq9zzLdVG6
Hull KR are excited to announce a multi-year partnership with international brand, and 2024 Global Travel Awards winners, @POferries 🤝🛳️ Read more 👉 https://t.co/jEjGVNWHvz #UpTheRobins 🔴⚪️ https://t.co/b1EWF4J9St