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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 Latest pocket park completed in Drypool

Latest pocket park completed in Drypool

A brand new pocket park has been created by Hull City Council at the junction of Sherburn Street and New Bridge Road. Improvements on the east Hull site in the Drypool area include the cleaning of footpaths and revitalised grassed areas, whilst the original rock sculpture has been maintained as a feature. The central sculpture […]

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View article Public engagement launched to shape future of Hull city centre

Public engagement launched to shape future of Hull city centre

Hull City Council is seeking views on a new plan for its city centre. The Hull City Centre Vision will help the council realise its ambition to deliver a more family-friendly, sustainable and prosperous city centre of the future – one that benefits residents, businesses and visitors alike. Led by urban design specialists, Planit, the […]

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View article Stepney community urged to have their say area’s green spaces

Stepney community urged to have their say area’s green spaces

Members of the Stepney community will next week have the chance to shape the future of Sculcoates Park and pocket green spaces in the area by collaborating with landscape architects. Mace Group has been appointed by the Stepney High Street Accelerator Partnership to create the designs based on public survey results and feedback from the […]

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View article Marfleet Village next conservation area with proposed changes

Marfleet Village next conservation area with proposed changes

Residents, businesses and landowners within Marfleet Village Conservation Area are invited to share their views on proposed changes to the area. The public can give their opinion from tomorrow, Saturday 1 February, during consultation on the adoption of a new Character Appraisal and Management Plan for the conservation area and proposed amendments to its designated […]

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View article Pilot roadside engagement activity aims to educate cyclists at East Hull junction

Pilot roadside engagement activity aims to educate cyclists at East Hull junction

Hull City Council, Humberside Police and Safer Roads Humber will be undertaking a pilot education and enforcement session for cyclists at an East Hull junction next week to help reduce accidents and improve safety. Last summer, four red light enforcement cameras were installed on the approaches to the Holderness Road and Mount Pleasant junction, using […]

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View article Traffic signals to be upgraded at junction on key route

Traffic signals to be upgraded at junction on key route

Hull City Council has announced that it will be upgrading the traffic signals at the junction of Calvert Lane and Anlaby Road next month to help improve traffic flow and enhance the crossing facility so pedestrians can navigate the junction safely. The council will take advantage of a planned road closure on Calvert Lane during […]

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View article Residents invited to engage with Community Highstreets project launch

Residents invited to engage with Community Highstreets project launch

Hull City Council is hosting a series of public engagement events as it launches its £6million Community Highstreets investment project. The citywide scheme aims to reinvigorate high streets through enhancing quality of place, environmental performance, accessibility, community services and satisfaction, as well as increasing footfall and reducing shop vacancy rates. An online survey will launch […]

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View article TravelWise Week campaign shortlisted for national award

TravelWise Week campaign shortlisted for national award

Hull City Council could secure back-to-back national awards for promoting active and sustainable travel to residents, businesses and communities, after being shortlisted for the 2024 TravelWise Week Awards. Modeshift, the not-for-profit sustainable travel organisation that organises TravelWise Week, has confirmed that Hull City Council has been shortlisted in the TravelWise Week Campaign – Local Authority […]

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View article Cabinet approves appointment of contractor for Drypool Bridge investment

Cabinet approves appointment of contractor for Drypool Bridge investment

Hull City Council’s cabinet has approved the appointment of Esh Construction Limited to deliver a programme of works to futureproof and extend the lifespan of Drypool Bridge. The historic structure has been a part of the city’s transport network and skyline for generations, but a routine inspection in April 2024 discovered that several of the […]

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View article Resurfacing works for Cumberland Street

Resurfacing works for Cumberland Street

A week-long carriageway resurfacing programme will take place on Cumberland Street next week. Works will begin on Monday 3 February to improve a section of road which has deteriorated between Barmston Street and Swann Street junctions. The programme is expected to take one week to complete and will be carried out by Hull City Council’s […]

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View article QPD Parade highlights programme success

QPD Parade highlights programme success

Hull Training and Adult Education (HTAE) has witnessed the transformative impact of the Qualifications for Personal Development (QPD) programme on many young lives. The recent QPD Parade, held at Wenlock Barracks, provided an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of learners and showcase the significant role HTAE has played in their personal and professional growth. The […]

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