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View article Public engagement exercise to seek local views on roundabout improvements in Kingswood

Public engagement exercise to seek local views on roundabout improvements in Kingswood

Hull City Council is seeking feedback on proposals for two roundabout improvement schemes at Ennerdale Leisure Centre and Wawne Road / Bude Road, as part of the Kingswood Area Action Plan. Obtaining the views of residents, businesses and community groups on the designs for these schemes is an important step and will help the council […]

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View article Familiar face returns to council as assistant director

Familiar face returns to council as assistant director

Hull City Council has appointed Angela Blake as its new assistant director of major projects & infrastructure. Angela joins the council from her role as the assistant director economy and development at Bradford Council, with responsibility for major projects, economic development, regeneration and external funding. Born and raised in Beverley with an extensive background in […]

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View article Council leader warns of renewable energy job losses without urgent government support

Council leader warns of renewable energy job losses without urgent government support

Cllr Mike Ross, leader of Hull City Council, has warned that thousands of jobs in the renewable energy sector could be at risk, including hundreds locally, without urgent government backing. In a joint letter with Cllr Anne Handley, leader of East Riding of Yorkshire Council, addressed to secretary of state for business and trade, Jonathan […]

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View article Council leader calls on government to invest in Hull’s ageing Infrastructure

Council leader calls on government to invest in Hull’s ageing Infrastructure

Hull City Council leader, Councillor Mike Ross, is calling on the government to allocate funding from its recently announced £1 billion Structures Fund to support the city’s long-term infrastructure investment plan. The government unveiled the fund on Monday 16 June as part of a national initiative to enhance, repair, and futureproof England’s transport infrastructure and […]

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View article Council to seek feedback on plan to support walking and cycling in the city

Council to seek feedback on plan to support walking and cycling in the city

Hull City Council has launched an eight-week engagement exercise to seek the feedback of residents, businesses and communities on its Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) 2025-2035. The plan identifies gaps in the city’s active travel network and proposes to invest in these over the next 10 years, as funding becomes available. The LCWIP […]

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View article Council helps preservation of Garden Village Conservation Area

Council helps preservation of Garden Village Conservation Area

Hull City Council’s ongoing commitment to preserving the city’s conservation areas has been outlined through the publishing of a new character appraisal and management plan (CAMP) for Garden Village Conservation Area. The new CAMP provides new and refreshed planning guidelines for how new developments should take place in the area. It can be used by […]

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View article Council to trial new ‘City Explorer’ cycle sessions during Bike Week

Council to trial new ‘City Explorer’ cycle sessions during Bike Week

With summer arriving, Hull City Council will be hosting a series of free training and guided ride sessions around the city to help people learn the necessary skills, boost their confidence and encourage them to cycle more. The series, called ‘City Explorer’, will be delivered by qualified instructors from the council’s contractor, First Step Cycle. […]

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View article New building demonstrates council’s continued support for SEND pupils

New building demonstrates council’s continued support for SEND pupils

Hull City Council’s continued support of secondary SEND pupils in the city saw a brand-new provision opened this week. Four classrooms, a science room, sensory room, parents’ room and extended dining area and associated facilities, plus a secure and accessible entrance, has been delivered on the site of Francis Askew Primary School. Up to 25 […]

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View article Cabinet to consider major investment programme for city’s infrastructure

Cabinet to consider major investment programme for city’s infrastructure

Hull City Council’s cabinet is set to review proposals for a five-year investment programme to improve and enhance Hull’s infrastructure, preserve its history and keep the city moving. A report, which represents a shift in the council’s approach by bringing capital spending, maintenance and inspections together to ensure the longevity and conservation of the city’s […]

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View article Council shines light on the work of local transport volunteers

Council shines light on the work of local transport volunteers

This Volunteers’ Week (2-8 June 2025), we highlight the work of the Yorkshire Coast Community Rail Partnership (YCCRP) – often the unsung heroes of transportation in Hull and East Yorkshire. Formed in 1999, YCCRP is made up of members that act as a voice for passengers, communities, town and parish councils, businesses, volunteer groups and […]

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View article Council prepares for The Business Day 2025

Council prepares for The Business Day 2025

Invest Hull and Skills Bootcamps Hull and East Riding are gearing up to attend The Business Day at Bridlington Spa on Friday 6 June. The Business Day offers a variety of engaging breakout sessions and inspiring keynote speakers with the chance to network with some of the region’s biggest business leaders and concludes Humber Business […]

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