Budget 2020/21: 10 things you need to know
The budget statement from Councillor Stephen Brady, Leader of Hull City Council, has been approved for 2020/21.
The budget, approved at a meeting of Full Council today, includes changes in … More
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House of Fraser in Hull to become artisan food market
Hull’s old House of Fraser building is set to be converted into an artisan food market.
Plans for a stylish food hall in part of the building have been revealed … More
Hull care leavers thriving in roles with major Hull firm
Two Hull care leavers are thriving after being offered work placements with a major Hull construction firm.
Jimmy Green and Nathan Bray, both 21, have accepted paid training and development … More
These young entrepreneurs in Hull are eyeing prestigious awards
The best young entrepreneurs, schools and businesses in Hull are crossing their fingers ahead of a prestigious awards night in the city.
The Hull Youth Enterprise Awards will highlight the … More
Popular Trinity Live music nights to continue until Christmas
Trinity Live, a weekly music event at Trinity Market, has been extended until Christmas.
The event, that takes place every Thursday evening, has attracted 9,500 people to market since launching … More
£1.75m boost for Whitefriargate regeneration
Whitefriargate is to receive up to £1.75m as part of a £95m nationwide funding pot from Historic England.
Councillor Daren Hale, portfolio holder for regeneration and economic investment, said: “Whitefriargate … More
Work to ramp up access to popular museum is well underway
Work to install new steps and access ramp to the entrance of Hull’s Maritime Museum is well under way.
As part of the third phase of the public realm improvements… More
Plans reveal how £4.3m Queens Gardens refurbishment will benefit environment
Plans for the £4.3m Queens Gardens refurbishment are to go on display as part of a public consultation in Trinity Market.
The plans incorporate modern, eco-friendly features including electric charging … More
See inside exciting new Glass House complex in Queens Gardens
A hotly anticipated Hull apartment development will be revealed at a launch event at the Ferens Art Gallery.
The luxury Glass House complex next to Queens Gardens is expected to … More
This eight-foot-tall celebrity robot is coming to a Hull tech event
A world-famous robot who has danced on stage with Rihanna and Will.I.Am is on his way to a Hull tech event.
The 8ft Titan the Robot has been confirmed for … More
Watch: Do you know how fountains in Queen Victoria Square are controlled?
The fountains in Queen Victoria Square are one of the city centre’s most popular features.
They were installed in 2017 as part of the city’s transformational public realm works.
But … More
Contractor named for Hull’s major Albion Square development
A contractor has been appointed to carry out the multi-million pound Albion Square development.
VINCI Construction UK will carry out the design and construction of the development, which will feature … More
£1.2m improvements planned for Hull city centre
Hull City Council is set invest a further £1.2 million into public realm improvements in the city centre.
The investment will improve areas on Brook Street and Prospect Street and … More
Hull to explore free port status after Government announces plan
Hull’s economy could receive a boost under Government plans to create up to 10 free ports across the UK.
Sea ports and airports are being invited to apply for free … More
£4.3m Queens Gardens plans go before councillors next week
Plans that could lead to £4.3m improvements to one of Hull’s most popular green spaces are to be considered by councillors.
The plans for Queens Gardens will next week go … More
Victoria Pier flood defence plans go on show
Victoria Pier flood defence plans will go on show at a public drop-in event on Tuesday 3 September.
Staff from the Environment Agency will be on hand to explain the … More
Traders join forces to fight crime in Hull city centre
Hull businesses are joining forces for a new city centre crime prevention initiative.
The DISC project sees traders tracking offenders and sharing information to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour.
It … More
Hull’s most popular cycling routes to receive makeover
Plans to overhaul Hull’s cycling and walking offer have been revealed.
These include ambitious plans to transform Hull’s streets and encourage more people to choose cycling and walking as an … More
Plans to transform Hull’s transport network have been revealed
A six-year plan has been launched to detail how Hull will transform its transport infrastructure by 2026.
The plans include how future transport projects can help support the city’s ambition … More
Plans for rebrand of Hull’s landmark Europa House approved
Plans for the transformation of one of Hull’s landmark buildings have been approved.
Work to redevelop the distinctive gold-clad Europa House could start within months after permission was granted for … More
Outgoing Freedom Festival boss praised by council for ‘pivotal role’
Hull City Council has paid tribute to the “tremendous contribution” made to the city by the executive director and joint CEO of the Freedom Festival, Jenny Howard-Coombes.
Freedom Festival announced … More
Historic Hull fountains set for makeover
Have your say on multi-million pound Whitefriargate regeneration
Proposals for the regeneration of Whitefriargate are to go on display to the public as part of a six-week consultation.
The new concept designs, providing visual guidance on how shop … More
Hull school named among country’s best for A-level progress
Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC) has been named as one of the best schools in the country for progress made by A-level students.
New league tables released by the … More
Hull backs calls for ‘Northern Budget’ to deliver infrastructure boost
Hull City Council is backing calls by northern leaders for the Government to commit to a “Northern Budget” to boost the region’s economic fortunes.
The calls asks the … More
Albion Square to focus on office space and leisure
Proposals for the multi-million pound mixed-use Albion Square development will focus more on office space and leisure.
The new proposals include an increased focus on leisure and commercial space, which … More
This Hull guide will lead to hundreds of high-quality homes
A new residential design guide has been launched for Hull.
The Hull Residential Design Guide will lead to the delivery of more than 620 homes high-quality homes per year across … More
Hull Maritime Museum doors locked ahead of stunning £11m revamp
The doors are now locked at Hull Maritime Museum ahead of an exciting £11m transformation.
The major refurbishment will feature stunning new exhibitions and improved access while also revealing more … More
Whitefriargate shop fronts could be transformed as part of multi-million pound regeneration
The vision for Whitefriargate continues to take shape with new concept designs, providing visual guidance on how shop frontages could be transformed, to go before councillors.
The concept designs are … More
How £4.3m Queens Gardens refurb will honour Hull’s history
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