Hull Libraries are reopening: Here’s all you need to know 8th July 2020 Hull’s libraries are reopening this week. Access to services will be limited as a result of the necessary changes and measures that will introduced as a result of coronavirus. Initially, the following libraries will reopen for appointment-based services only, including a Select and Collect service: Hull Central Library in Albion Street from 9.30am on Thursday […] Read more Coronavirus Leisure & Culture Libraries News Councillor Marjorie BrabazonHull Central LibraryHull Culture and LeisureHull Libraries
Hull’s Big Malarkey Festival shortlisted for national award 8th July 2020 The Big Malarkey has been shortlisted in the Fantastic for Families Awards for its outstanding contribution to family-friendly arts and culture. The Fantastic for Families Awards, organised by the Arts Council, celebrate the wealth of outstanding creative events and spaces for families across the UK. The annual Big Malarkey Festival, organised by Hull Libraries, is […] Read more Leisure & Culture Libraries News Arts Council EnglandCouncillor Marjorie BrabazonHull LibrariesThe Big Malarkey Festival
East Park named best free day out in East Yorkshire at Mumbler awards 8th June 2020 East Park has been named the best local free day out in the Hull and East Riding Mumbler awards. The park in Holderness Road pipped the Streetlife Museum into second place in the parenting community group’s first Family Awards, celebrating the best things to do for families in East Yorkshire. Voting took place in January […] Read more Coronavirus Leisure & Culture Museums News East ParkParksStreetlife Museum
How dog-walkers are helping people stay safe in Hull 8th June 2020 Dog-owners in self-isolation are being helped to stay safe and keep their pets happy during the coronavirus pandemic. A series of community hubs has been set up by Hull City Council alongside the voluntary sector to offer advice and help to residents who may not have other support. The hubs have provided help to pick […] Read more Coronavirus News City of Culture volunteersHull City Council
New store to open in vacant Whitefriargate retail unit 8th June 2020 A new occupier has been found for a vacant retail unit in Whitefriargate in Hull city centre Hull commercial developer Wykeland Group announced it had acquired the building along with the former Marks and Spencer store last week. The firm has now let the 35,000 sq ft former New Look unit to growing independent retailer […] Read more Business News Regeneration Durham Bed CentreFuture High Streets FundHistoric EnglandHumber LEPMarks and SpencerWhitefriargateWykeland
Coronavirus: Wilson Centre closed to customers 8th April 2020 The Wilson Centre has closed to the public to meet Government guidelines on coronavirus. Customers should instead visit www.hullcc.gov.uk, email info@hullcc.gov.uk or call 01482 300300. Those looking for help with issues relating to coronavirus should call 01482 300307. Anyone concerned about homelessness should call the Housing Options Team on 01482 612040 during office hours, or […] Read more Cancellations Coronavirus News Wilson Centre
Face shields made at University of Hull to help coronavirus fight across UK 8th April 2020 New face shield designs produced by engineers at the University of Hull could increase production of the life-saving equipment across the UK. The university is leading a collaboration to produce face shields to support the NHS and other healthcare organisations in preventing the spread of Covid-19. The designs – which take just minutes to make – […] Read more Coronavirus Education and Learning News University of Hull
Plans for one of Hull Old Town’s ‘most prominent buildings’ approved 8th January 2020 Plans to bring one of the most prominent buildings in Hull’s Old Town back into full use have been approved. Proposals to convert the Kings Buildings in Trinity Square into apartments and a retail and leisure space were given the go-ahead by Hull City Council’s Planning Committee on Wednesday. The plans for the grade II-listed […] Read more Business News Planning Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleHeritage Action ZoneKings BuildingsTrinity Square
This is how to feed your family for under £5 8th January 2020 Eating well and saving money are among top new year’s resolutions – and also among the ones most likely to be broken before the decorations are down. But this year, help is at hand. Hull nutrition student Holly Stephenson has come up with a collection of recipes which are tasty, packed with veg and can […] Read more News Public Health Hull City CouncilHull Food PartnershipRecipes
Millions who died in First World War remembered in Hull this weekend 8th November 2019 Hull will this weekend remember the millions who lost their lives in the First World War and subsequent conflicts. Hull’s annual service of remembrance will take place on Sunday at the Hull Cenotaph in Paragon Square, marking the 101st anniversary of the 1918 armistice. It will follow work to improve access to the Cenotaph which […] Read more Council Government and Democracy News What's on Bishop of HullCouncillor Steve WilsonFirst World WarHull CenotaphHumberside PoliceHumberside Police Concert BandLord Mayor
Deacon Blue are coming to Hull next year 8th November 2019 Legendary 1980s pop-rock outfit Deacon Blue will perform in Hull in 2020. The Scottish band will come to the Bonus Arena on Wednesday 20 November next year as part of their Cities Of Love Tour. They will perform hits including Real Gone Kid, Dignity, Loaded, When Will You and Your Town. Tickets for the all-seated […] Read more News What's on Bonus ArenaDeacon Blue
Hull City Council shortlisted for prestigious Council of the Year award 8th November 2019 Hull City Council has been shortlisted for a high-profile national award. The local authority is up for Council of the Year at the Local Government Chronicle’s LGC Awards in March next year. The council has also been shortlisted in the Housing Initiative and Public/Private Partnership categories. Chief executive Matt Jukes said: “The vital contribution that […] Read more Council Government and Democracy News East Riding CouncilEnvironment AgencyHull City CouncilLGC AwardsLiving With WaterLocal Government ChronicleMatt JukesYorkshire Water
