Hull to display stunning helmets worn in battle by Persian Empire soldiers 20th January 2020 Ornate helmets worn in battle by Persian Empire soldiers will go on display in Hull next month. Exploring Islamic Art: helmets will be on show at Hull and East Riding Museum from Monday 10 February to Sunday 29 March. The collection consists of two “kulah khud” helmets worn by Persian Empire soldiers in the 18th […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News Councillor Marjorie BrabazonHCALHull and East Riding MuseumIslamic artPersian Empire
Christmas opening times for Hull museums and galleries 20th December 2019 It’s nearly Christmas and many people will be planning on visiting Hull’s fantastic galleries and museums over the festive holidays. Here are the Christmas opening times for Ferens Art Gallery, Hull Maritime Museum and the Museums Quarter, which are operated by Hull Culture and Leisure. Monday 23 December 10am-3.30pm Tuesday 24 December Closed Wednesday 25 […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture Museums News What's on Ferens Art GalleryHull Maritime MuseumHull MuseumsMuseums Quarter
Your chance to shape multi-million pound Whitefriargate regeneration 20th December 2019 People are being asked to influence the multi-million pound regeneration of Whitefriargate. The historic Hull thoroughfare has already secured millions of pounds of investment and next year, the council is bidding for up to £22m from the Government’s Future High Streets Fund. Visitors to Trinity Live, Trinity Market’s weekly live music event, last night were […] Read more News Regeneration Trinity LiveTrinity MarketWhitefriargate
5G switched on in Hull as UK’s most digitally connected city gets new mobile tech 20th December 2019 Telecoms firm EE has switched on 5G in Hull, bringing the UK’s latest mobile technology to the city. The city has been added to the network alongside Leeds, Newcastle, Nottingham, Sheffield and Sunderland. The mobile network operator, part of BT Group, is aiming to have 5G live in more than 70 cities and large towns […] Read more Business News Regeneration 5GBTEETechnology
Change is coming at Hull’s Wilson Centre 20th December 2019 Work to remodel the Wilson Centre will begin in January. Hull City Council’s flagship customer service centre in Alfred Gelder Street will see a meet-and-greet area created alongside new online stations where customers can access services. Cash kiosks, a waiting area and private interview rooms will also be added. The changes will also see the […] Read more Customer Services News Councillor Mike ThompsonHull City CouncilWilson Centre
A day in the life of … a registered care home manager 20th November 2019 Tracey works at a Hull residential care facility that homes vulnerable adults with learning disabilities, autism or complex behaviours and needs. Read more Opinion 220 Preston RoadA Day in the LifeFreedom CentreHull City CouncilRiver Hull
UK City of Culture impact highlighted in new report 20th November 2019 City and cultural leaders have welcomed the publication of an independent evaluation of Hull’s year in the spotlight as UK City of Culture 2017, which confirms the continuing impact the title has had on the city. The report, published by the University of Hull, says “the most significant impact of all” was an estimated £676m […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Absolutely CulturedBack to OursCouncillor Stephen BradyHull City CouncilHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime CityUK City of Culture 2017University of Hull
Young care leavers given handy guide to help navigate health service 20th November 2019 Young care leavers in Hull are to be given a Handy Health Guide to help them to navigate the often-confusing health service. The card, launched by NHS Hull Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) this month, will include information on where to access medical treatment and how to look after mental health and wellbeing. It is the […] Read more Adult social care News Public Health Care LeaversCouncillor Gwen LunnNHS Hull CCG
Four prosecuted for dumping waste in Hull 20th October 2019 These four Hull residents have been prosecuted by Hull City Council for fly-tipping in the city. James Marynicz and Kelly Pearson of Riston Street were convicted after their waste was found dumped in Boynton Street. They each received a two-year conditional discharge and were ordered to pay £128 clean-up costs to the local authority under […] Read more Environment News Waste Councillor Anita HarrisonEnvironment AgencyFly-tippingprosecution
Why parents should take cues from their children 20th October 2019 Do you ever wonder what you child is thinking? The NPCC and Hull City Council are working together to encourage parents to take cues from their children. The Look, Say, Sing, Play campaign encourages parents to look at how they are communicating with their child. It has been designed to benefit the social, emotional and […] Read more Health and Social Care News Hull City CouncilLook Say Sing PlayNPCCsafeguarding
5 things to do in Hull this weekend 20th September 2019 How many more warm weekends can we expect? Your guess is probably as good as those made by local TV weather presenters. While the sun may still shine, get out in Hull for family fun and city centre walks. Or book tickets for two fantastic musical performances and a great free exhibition. Here are 5 […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News What's on Hull Maritime MuseumHull Truck TheatreLou ReedOpen Bridges: A River Full Of StoriesQueens GardensUniversity of Hull
Have a say on your polling station 20th September 2019 Hull residents have a chance to comment on their polling station location as a polling station review begins today. In Hull, there are 117 polling districts and polling stations for elections. They are reviewed every five years. Electoral services officer Mike Thomas said: “We aim to make voting as easy as possible and the review […] Read more Council Government and Democracy News electionsPolling stations
