Call for volunteers to help conserve the National Picture Theatre 14th October 2020 Volunteers are being recruited to assist with a project to conserve and repair the National Picture Theatre on Beverley Road. Currently in the second round development stage of a National Lottery Heritage Fund application, long-term plans for the site include repair and conservation works, as well as the restoration of the façade of the building […] Read more News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleNational Civilian World War II Memorial TrustNational Picture Theatrevolunteering
Residents in need of help and support encouraged to get in touch 14th October 2020 Hull City Council and Citizens Advice are urging residents to seek assistance if they are experiencing financial difficulties. Residents experiencing any problems, including struggling to pay rent or council tax, have a housing issue or any other issues they feel the council could help with can go online or call 01482 300 300 to make […] Read more Customer Services News Citizens AdviceCouncillor Mike Thompsoncustomer service centres
Peter Rabbit book to be given to two-year-olds as new scheme launches 14th September 2020 The first book through the Dolly Parton Imagination Library scheme is being sent out to eligible two-year-old children in Hull this month. The first book children will receive is Peter Rabbit. Children that are eligible to receive the two-year-old early education entitlement can receive a book for free every month through the scheme. Over 1,500 […] Read more Children and families Coronavirus Education and Learning News Councillor Peter ClarkCouncillor Stephen BradyDolly Parton Imagination Library
Residents encouraged to recycle 14th September 2020 Residents in Hull will receive their new waste packs over the next week. The pack contains information to support residents to recycle as much of their waste as possible and includes: A new collection calendar The annual resident’s pass for household waste and recycling centres A guide to recycling right Food waste recycling information Nappy […] Read more News Waste blue binbrown binCouncillor Anita HarrisonHousehold waste and recycling centresrecyclingwaste packs
Hull businesses offered new support to go green 14th September 2020 Hull businesses are being offered an exciting opportunity to become more energy efficient, thanks to a new council-led scheme that launches today. The Hull Business Energy Efficiency Scheme (HBEES) is a new project led by Hull City Council and part-funded by the 2014 – 2020 European Regional Development Fund Programme. The scheme offers a whole […] Read more Business News Regeneration Cllr Daren HaleenergyfundinggrantgreenRegenerationsme
Coronavirus: ‘We had to adapt and take responsibility’, says Hull bar owner 14th September 2020 A Hull business owner has spoken of the importance of following public health guidance and how the early implementation of Covid-19 safety measures has boosted his trade. Lee Kirman is the joint owner of Taphouse, Minerva and Humber Street Distillery on Hull’s Marina alongside his partner Charlotte Bailey. Mr Kirman said: “We had to adapt […] Read more Business Coronavirus News Public Health
An outdoor opera is heading to Hull Marina this summer 14th August 2020 An outdoor and socially distanced opera is taking place at Stage@TheDock on Hull Marina in September. Hansel and Gretel, from Whistle Stop Opera, will retell the fairy tale of two hungry children, lost in the woods, and a gingerbread cottage that hides a scary secret. Devised by John Savournin for four singers and accordion, social […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Hansel and GretelHull MarinaOpera NorthStage@TheDockWhistle Stop Opera
Children’s book explains coronavirus 14th August 2020 A book for children to help understand coronavirus has been published, called My Hero is You. The book has been developed by children, for children, with input from over 1,700 children, parents, caregivers and teachers from around the world, who shared how they were coping with the pandemic. It is aimed at children aged 6 […] Read more Children and families Coronavirus News
Allenby Commercial completes £1.2m renovation of heritage sites in Hull’s Old Town 14th August 2020 A developer breathing new life into old buildings in Hull has completed the £1.2m renovation of two historic riverside properties. Allenby Commercial has converted Danish Buildings and the adjoining Grade II listed Bayles House into 17 studios that are being snapped up by architects, film-makers, marketing professionals, tattooists and hair stylists. The renovation has been […] Read more News Allenby CommercialBayles HouseDanish BuildingsHumber LEP
Hull City Council invests £20,000 in young enterprise in the city 14th May 2020 Hull City Council has committed to investing £20,000 to support the next generation of business leaders in the city. The funding for young enterprise will be managed by the Hull and East Riding Youth Enterprise Partnership through the John Cracknell Youth Enterprise Bank. It follows the local authority distributing a significant amount of grant support […] Read more Business Coronavirus News Regeneration John Cracknell Youth Enterprise BankMaking Changes for Careersyoung enterprise
Work on multi-million pound East Hull Pumping Station to begin 14th May 2020 Work on a new multi-million pound pumping station in Hull gets under way this week. The East Hull Pumping Station, part of a £28.5 million flood alleviation scheme, will reduce the risk of flooding to 1,000 homes in the city. The station will be built at the southern end of the Holderness Drain, where it […] Read more News Transport & Streets Waste Councillor Mike ThompsonenvironmentEnvironment AgencyFlood defence
Wider opening of Hull schools from June ‘subject to risk assessments’ 14th May 2020 The city’s Learning Partnership is planning for a wider opening of schools to specific year groups from 1 June. Following the Prime Minister’s announcement on Sunday, schools and early years settings are now considering the guidance to offer places to more children. Schools continue to be open for children whose parents are key workers, and also vulnerable pupils. […] Read more Children and families News Learning Partnershipschools
