Hull buildings illuminated in purple in statement against racism 3rd June 2020 Buildings in Hull city centre have been illuminated in purple tonight in a statement against racism. Councillor Steve Wilson, Hull’s Lord Mayor, said: “Hull is a multi-cultural city and we are united with those across the world who are struggling against racism and other forms of prejudice. “Reflecting our proud status as a City of […] Read more Civic News Councillor Steve WilsonLord Mayor
Veterans’ Village project in Hull granted conditional approval 3rd June 2020 Hull City Council has granted conditional approval for a new 48-dwelling Veterans’ Village for ex-servicemen and women in Hull and the East Riding. The innovative project, led by the Hull 4 Heroes charity, is to be built on a 22-acre site next to Priory Road in Hull, extending into the boundaries of Hull City Council […] Read more Business Housing News Regeneration Armed ForcesEast Riding CouncilHull 4 HeroesHull City CouncilVeterans Village
Former M&S store bought by Hull developer Wykeland 3rd June 2020 The former Marks and Spencer store and a neighbouring property in Whitefriargate have been bought by a Hull developer. Wykeland Group has acquired the 60,000 and 42,000 sq ft buildings, the two largest properties on the historic Hull street that has been highlighted by Hull City Council as a priority area for regeneration. Hull City […] Read more Business News Regeneration HMVMarks and SpencerNew LookWhitefriargateWykeland
Look Say Sing Play campaign helping young families in lockdown 3rd June 2020 A baby brain-building campaign for Hull parents of children aged under-two has proven such a success that it is now to be rolled out nationally. The city was one of the first areas to roll out the Look, Say, Sing Play campaign, which aims to empower and highlight to parents the brain-building benefits that everyday […] Read more Children and families Coronavirus News CCGLook Say Sing PlayNSPCC
Take to the stage with Middle Child DIY panto kit 3rd April 2020 The Middle Child panto has become a staple of the Christmas calendar in Hull. And now theatre fans can join the cast and recreate the laughs, cheers and hisses in the comfort of their own homes thanks to the Middle Child DIY panto kit. The Middle Child alternative rock’n’roll panto promises to be loud, silly […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Middle ChildPantoPantomimeThe Little Mermaid
Young people in Hull urged to apply for apprenticeships on major A63 project 3rd April 2020 Young people are being urged to apply for skilled apprentice positions on upcoming major A63 Castle Street project in Hull. Apprentices are being sought in positions across civil engineering, surveying and digital professions for the Highways England scheme, which is expected to run for five years. And Hull City Council and contractor Balfour Beatty are […] Read more Business News Regeneration Transport & Streets A63Balfour BeattyCastle StreetHull City CouncilNational Highways
Coronavirus: Schools in Hull to remain open across Easter 3rd April 2020 Schools across Hull will remain open for children who need to attend across Easter during the coronavirus outbreak. Schools will remain open to children of key workers and for vulnerable children across the two weeks, including the bank holidays, during which schools would normally be closed. Schools will not open on Saturdays and Sundays. Hull […] Read more Children and families Closures Coronavirus News EasterFree school mealsHow are you feeling?Learning Partnershipschools
Online form for Hull businesses to apply for grant funding is now live 3rd April 2020 An online form allowing businesses in Hull to apply for grant funding is now live. The facility will allow Hull City Council to distribute £58m in funding to firms across the city suffering during the coronavirus outbreak. The form is now live on the council’s website here. It is expected more than 4,000 businesses in […] Read more Business Coronavirus News Regeneration Business supportFinanceHull City Council
Coronavirus case confirmed in Hull 3rd March 2020 A case of Coronavirus in Hull has been confirmed by Public Health England (PHE). Hull City Council has released written and video statements from Julia Weldon, Director of Public Health, on what is being done and what residents can do to protect themselves and others. Julia said: “We send our best wishes to the patient […] Read more Coronavirus News Public Health CoronavirusCOVID-19NHSPublic Health England
Hull to host first Northern Podcast Festival 3rd February 2020 The region’s first podcast festival is taking place this summer – and it’s happening right here in Hull. The Northern Podcast Festival will take place over four days in May and will include a number of well-known names from the world of podcasting. 🎧SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT🎧 We are so excited to announce our first act kicking […] Read more Hull City Hall Leisure & Culture News What's on John GilbertMatt JohnsonNorthern Podcast FestivalThe Guilty Feminist
Clarence Street roadworks to finish next week 3rd February 2020 The final stage of roadworks to Clarence Street will be completed next week. The road will fully reopen to motorists on Saturday 15 February following the completion of resurfacing works. Repairs to the carriageway are still ongoing, which means the road will no longer open on Monday 10 February. Councillor Anita Harrison, portfolio holder for […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Anita HarrisonRoadworksstreetscene
Council secures £25,000 to support private landlords 3rd January 2020 Hull City Council has been given £25,000 to improve support and training offered to private landlords. The funding is part of £220,000 for local authorities across Yorkshire and the Humber, announced today by Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick MP. The £25,000 will be used to help deliver landlord training and the production of advisory information for […] Read more Housing News Councillor John BlackHousingRobert Jenrick MP
