Overnight closure for survey on Drypool Bridge 13th February 2024 Hull City Council is urging drivers to prepare for an overnight closure of Drypool Bridge by planning their journeys in advance. Drypool Bridge will be closed overnight from 8pm Friday 23 February to 6am Saturday 24 February, to enable an asbestos survey to be carried out. Pedestrian access will be maintained, with a diversion in […] Read more News Transport & Streets closureCouncillor Mark IeronimoDrypool BridgeHull District Heat Network
Celebration of Mark Jones’ tweets tribute booklet to support charities 13th February 2024 A booklet containing inspirational photography and messages from the late Mark Jones has been produced to support three charities. Mark, Hull City Council’s director of regeneration who passed away in September 2023, worked tirelessly to drive economic opportunities for young people in Hull, particularly those from disadvantaged background. He was also a regular user of […] Read more News
Prestigious awards for “Any of Us” council fostering film project 13th December 2023 “Any of Us” – a powerful short film to encourage people from all backgrounds to consider becoming a foster carer for their local authority – picked up two prestigious awards this month. Hull City Council participated in the project and helped fund it. The fostering film won the “Best Collaboration” and “Best Creative Comms” categories […] Read more Children and families News Children and familiesCouncillor Linda TockFosteringHull FosteringHull Fostering: Latest News and Updates
HEY LEP to launch Create Growth Programme thanks to £520,000 of funding 13th November 2023 Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Hull and the East Riding will soon be able to benefit from expert, tailored support thanks to over half a million pounds worth of funding secured by Hull & East Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (HEY LEP). The government’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has awarded £520,000 to […] Read more Business News Regeneration Cllr Paul Drake DavisHEY LEPSMEs
Life of ‘Mr Hull’ celebrated 13th November 2023 An event has taken place to celebrate the life of Hull City Council Director of Regeneration Mark Jones. Mark died in September, at the age of 66, following a short illness. Known affectionately by many as ‘Mr Hull’, he was awarded an MBE in 2016 in recognition of his dedication and commitment to economic regeneration […] Read more News Regeneration Cllr Hester BridgesCllr Mike RossGuildhallLord MayorMark JonesMatt JukesStephen Brady
Hull Fair road closures plus weekly traffic and travel update – 13 October 13th October 2023 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: Read more News Transport & Streets Hull Fair 2023Hull weekly roadworks updateRoadworks
Limited Liability Company sought to progress district heat project 13th October 2023 Hull City Council will seek approval from Cabinet to form a Limited Liability Company (LLC) to manage its district heating project. An LLC, which would be regulated by Ofgem, would be in place to ensure Hull District Heat Network (HDHN) moves forward, providing low price heat resource to consumers both within and outside of the […] Read more Civic Environment News Regeneration CabinetHull 2030 Carbon Neutral StrategyHull District Heat Network
Homes and jobs on the way thanks to Levelling Up Funding 13th October 2023 The former Lloyds Bank building on the junction of George Street and Bond Street will undergo a full refurbishment to create 46 residential properties thanks to support from Levelling Up Funding (LUF). A total of £550,000 has granted by Hull City Council from the government’s LUF towards to £7.4 million project. Applicant Modernistiq (Hull) Ltd […] Read more Housing News Regeneration Bond StreetCllr Paul Drake DavisGeorge StreetLevelling Up Funding
Affordable Warmth Grants for Hull community groups 13th September 2023 Community groups around the city are to receive funding from the Affordable Warmth and Energy Saving Community Grants scheme ahead of winter. A total of 32 successful organisations will now be able to provide projects which will help local people stay warm and well through the colder months, as the cost of living crisis continues. […] Read more News Public Health
Footpath resurfacing works to begin in east Hull 13th September 2023 Several footpaths in east Hull will undergo essential improvements and resurfacing this autumn/winter. As part of the council’s investment in the city’s footpaths, improvements and resurfacing works will take place on Savoy Road, Antholme Road, Castleford Grove, Milford Grove, Ingleby Close, and Borrowdale. These works are needed due to footpath deterioration and will provide a […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Mark IeronimoEast Hullimprovements
Exploring Hull on foot is a step in the right direction 13th September 2023 When it comes to walking around the city of Hull, nobody has more steps counted than tour guide, Paul Schofield. Paul has been leading guided walks of the city for more than 30 years and is passionate about both walking and the history, culture and heritage of Hull. “I’ve always liked walking, both as a […] Read more Feature News Active travel HullGuided toursWalking
Freedom Festival 2023 line-up revealed 13th July 2023 The wait is over for the line-up for this year’s Freedom Festival in Hull. Hull’s international arts festival returns with artists and shows appearing on the streets, theatres, galleries and many places across Hull City Centre between 30 August and 3 September. Mikey Martins, CEO and Artistic Director at Freedom Festival, said: “We’ve put together […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Freedom FestivalFreedom Festival 2023Gorilla CircusLes Filles Du Renard PâleMikey Martins
