School uniform grant increased by Hull City Council – 1000+ pupils to benefit 12th September 2025 Hull City Council has boosted the amount of money eligible families are able to claim to help pay for school uniforms. £50 grants will now be available to support approximately 1,400 Year 7 pupils in the city, up from £40. Councillor Mike Ross, Leader of Hull City Council, said: “We are absolutely aware that we […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Cllr Mike Rossschool clothing grant
Hull City Council weekly traffic and travel update – 12 September 12th September 2025 Here is the latest breakdown of scheduled and emergency works taking place across Hull over the next few weeks. All works are subject to change. For the latest updates: To learn more about the Drypool Bridge programme and the mitigation measures in place, visit Drypool Bridge | Programmes – Bridges | Hull Read more News Transport & Streets Hull weekly roadworks updateRoadworks
Finalists revealed for landmark 15th tourism awards 12th September 2025 The finalists have been revealed for the 15th annual Remarkable East Yorkshire Tourism Awards (REYTAs) – with organisers promising the biggest and most spectacular ceremony yet. The shortlist features 66 finalists across 17 categories, from major attractions and hotels to small independents and first-time nominees, alongside several familiar names hoping to repeat their success. The […] Read more Leisure & Culture News awardsChris BlacksellCllr Rob PritchardNick CoultishREYTAREYTAs 2025Visit HullVisit Hull & East Yorkshire
Biodiversity Net Gain approach to be discussed by cabinet 12th September 2025 A strategic approach to how the council manages Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements will be discussed by cabinet this month. Mandatory legislation in England was introduced in February 2024 stating that all developments must deliver a 10 per cent increase of BNG, resulting in more or better-quality natural habitats. The new approach, should it be […] Read more Environment News Planning Regeneration BiodiversityCabinetCllr Charles QuinnDefra
Hull Schools Library scoops national award 12th June 2025 Hull Schools Library Service has won a Libraries Connected Award. Following a ceremony on Tuesday 11 June, Hull’s service took home the Children’s Promise award. Judges commented that Hull Schools Library Service ‘offers schools so much more than that which is stated on their core offer: they invest so much time, knowledge and passion in […] Read more Children and families Leisure & Culture Libraries News awardChildren's PromiseCllr Rob PritchardHull LibrariesHull Schools Library Service
North Bridge: Weekend closure for vital resurfacing work 12th May 2025 Hull City Council announce 48-hour closure for North Bridge. The council is set to close North Bridge for 48 hours next weekend to carry out essential resurfacing and waterproofing works, to ensure the structure remains safe for road users. This closure is also part of the mitigation measures ahead of the major repair and strengthening scheme on […] Read more News Rivers and bridges closureCouncillor Mark IeronimoNorth Bridge
Drink test strips among student safety giveaways 12th February 2025 Students at the University of Hull have received safety goody bags, containing drink test strips, personal alarms, torches, alcohol unit measures, bag security cables and other items. Funding has come from the Crime Prevention Fund, a pot financed by Hull City Council, which invites local groups and organisations of all sizes to bid for grants […] Read more News
Charities to receive boost from Hull rock concert 12th February 2025 A rock concert is to be held at the historic Hull City Hall with the Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal Fund set to benefit. ‘Daz’s Rock 4 Charity’ returns to the iconic venue on Friday 7 March, with a night of live music for all tastes and ages. The gig will support the Lord Mayor’s chosen […] Read more Civic Hull City Hall News What's on Cllr Mark CollinsonHull City HallLord Mayor
Hull Business Breakfast returns 12th February 2025 The first of three business breakfasts hosted by Hull City Council in 2025 will take place this Thursday, 13 February. Hull Business Breakfast will enable visitors to learn more about the council’s business consultation surrounding its upcoming budget, as well as the latest on Hull and East Yorkshire’s devolution, following the formation of the Combined […] Read more Business News Regeneration Cllr Mike RossHull Business BreakfastHull Guildhall
Christmas bin collection dates and recycling centre opening times 12th December 2024 Hull City Council is reminding residents to check their bin collection days over the festive period. Due to the bank holidays over Christmas and New Year, there will be changes to the usual collection schedule. Hull residents can check their collection days at any time via the online bin collection day checker or on the 2024-25 calendars […] Read more News Waste Christmas 2024Christmas bin collectionsCllr Quinnrecyclingrecycling centres
Hull set to sparkle as Christmas lights are switched on by Super League Man of Steel 12th November 2024 Hull’s stunning Christmas lights will be switched on next week by the city’s very own rugby league star and 2024 Steve Prescott (MBE) Man of Steel, Mikey Lewis. Hull KR half-back Mikey will join the Lord Mayor Councillor Mark Collinson and a special guest direct from the North Pole to get the festive period underway. […] Read more Christmas Leisure & Culture News What's on bus travelChristmas lights 2024Christmas lights switch onChristmas marketsHull CardLord Mayor Cllr Mark CollinsonMikey LewisQueen Victoria Square
Hull Central Library welcomes new author for debut novel discussion 12th September 2024 Hull Central Library will play host to new author Rose Wilding next week. Free tickets are now available to book for Saturday 21 September, when Rose will be discussing her debut novel, Speak of the Devil with fellow author, Tim Rideout. Speak of the Devil is an addictive feminist thriller about love, loyalty, and manipulation. […] Read more News
