Regeneration

View article Familiar face returns to council as assistant director

Familiar face returns to council as assistant director

27th June 2025

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 […]

View article Are you primed to work for Amazon?

Are you primed to work for Amazon?

25th June 2025

Residents of Hull and the East Riding looking for a new career role which ticks all the boxes are invited to a recruitment event to help to fill thousands of jobs with Amazon. The multi-national technology giant will open its new fulfilment centre at Melton West Business Park later this year. Hull City Council’s Employment […]

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

18th June 2025

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 […]

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

16th June 2025

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 […]

View article Council helps preservation of Garden Village Conservation Area

Council helps preservation of Garden Village Conservation Area

10th June 2025

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 […]

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

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

9th June 2025

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. […]

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

New building demonstrates council’s continued support for SEND pupils

9th June 2025

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 […]

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

Cabinet to consider major investment programme for city’s infrastructure

5th June 2025

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 […]

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

Council shines light on the work of local transport volunteers

4th June 2025

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 […]

View article Council prepares for The Business Day 2025

Council prepares for The Business Day 2025

3rd June 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 […]

View article Council opens two new pocket parks and announces plans for more

Council opens two new pocket parks and announces plans for more

2nd June 2025

Hull City Council has announced the completion of works on two new pocket parks – one around Dingley Close in Orchard Park and one on Oak Road in Beverley and Newland. The land at both sites has been transformed and improved, now featuring new seating areas and planters. The Postcode Gardener, John Pickles, is supporting local […]

View article Successful first event for Skills Bootcamps’ record-breaking Wave 6

Successful first event for Skills Bootcamps’ record-breaking Wave 6

29th May 2025

Skills Bootcamps Hull & East Riding hosted a successful inaugural skills match event, which saw local employers connect with relevant training providers, as it begins to roll out its record-breaking Wave 6 of the programme. The scheme received £10m of funding from the Department for Education in March which was accepted by Hull City Council and […]