Day: 5 February 2025

View article Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority to begin work

Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority to begin work

The long-awaited Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority can now officially begin its work after the final steps were taken by the Government to create the new body. The signing of the relevant order by the minister moves the area closer to unlocking a £400 million investment fund, alongside powers that will move from Westminster […]

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View article Ground broken for high ropes course at Hull Adventure Centre

Ground broken for high ropes course at Hull Adventure Centre

Work is underway for the construction of an exhilarating high ropes course at Hull Adventure Centre Contractors High-Low Ropes Course Consulting Ltd broke ground this week on the latest offering at the multi-activity centre in east Hull. The first planned stage will see a unique 20-pole high ropes course that will be incorporated over the […]

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View article VHEY backing Hull and East Yorkshire’s visitor economy to thrive

VHEY backing Hull and East Yorkshire’s visitor economy to thrive

The region’s tourism partnership has set out a new master plan to support businesses in the sector, attract more visitors and drive economic growth. Visit Hull and East Yorkshire (VHEY) is aiming to help build a thriving, prosperous visitor economy through the delivery of its dedicated action plan. VHEY is funded by Hull City Council […]

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View article Christmas Exhibition for neurodiverse and care experienced entrepreneurs

Christmas Exhibition for neurodiverse and care experienced entrepreneurs

Neurodiverse and care experienced businesses and start-ups are invited to an inclusive Christmas Exhibition in Hull’s Guildhall next month. Hosted by Hull City Council’s Making Changes for Careers (MC4C) team, the event will provide an opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their products in an environment tailored to the neurodiverse. Having received neurodiversity training from Rob […]

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View article Hull fly-tippers prosecuted and ordered to pay over £6,000  

Hull fly-tippers prosecuted and ordered to pay over £6,000  

Hull City Council continues to warn residents to dispose of their waste legally to avoid facing enforcement action.  The warning comes following the prosecution of seven Hull residents last month (August). The individuals were ordered to pay a combined total of £6,340 in fines and costs to the council.  Details of the successful prosecution cases are […]

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View article Hull property owner prosecuted and fined over £2,000 for untidy land

Hull property owner prosecuted and fined over £2,000 for untidy land

Hull City Council is warning property owners and occupiers to maintain the cleanliness of their land, to avoid facing prosecution.    This warning comes after the owner of two properties in Hull was prosecuted last month (August) for failing to deal with the condition of their land.   Action was taken by Hull City Council’s environmental enforcement […]

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View article Tourism awards finalists announced

Tourism awards finalists announced

Current champions are going head-to-head with first-time finalists in the battle to be crowned the “best of the best” at this year’s Remarkable East Yorkshire Tourism Awards. The much-anticipated shortlist of finalists, revealed today by Visit Hull and East Yorkshire (VHEY), is being described as “the most exciting ever”. In total, 72 businesses and attractions […]

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View article Hull fly-tippers prosecuted and ordered to pay over £15,000 in fines  

Hull fly-tippers prosecuted and ordered to pay over £15,000 in fines  

Hull City Council warns residents to dispose of their waste legally to avoid facing enforcement action. The warning comes following the prosecution of 12 Hull residents last month (July). The individuals were fined a combined total of £15,458. Details of the successful prosecution cases are as follows: The above named people also received criminal records […]

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View article Hull maintains top 10 ranking for children’s cycle training

Hull maintains top 10 ranking for children’s cycle training

Hull has maintained its status as one of the country’s top locations for the delivery of cycle training to children, according to new figures from The Bikeability Trust. Between April 2023 and March 2024, 92% of Year 6 pupils in the city received either Level 1 and 2 or Level 2 Bikeability training (3,212 children, […]

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View article Drypool Bridge: “We are dedicated to doing the repair work properly”, says Councillor Mark Ieronimo 

Drypool Bridge: “We are dedicated to doing the repair work properly”, says Councillor Mark Ieronimo 

Cllr Ieronimo, cabinet portfolio holder for transportation, roads, and highways, went ‘back to the floor’ as he joined Hull City Council’s bridges team at Drypool Bridge.  The visit, which took place on Thursday 11 July, allowed Cllr Ieronimo to gain a firsthand understanding of the extensive design, repair, and strengthening works required.  This site visit underscores the […]

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