Historic Queens Dock set to be unearthed for first time in 60 years
Once the largest dock of its kind in the country, sections of the original dock edge walls of Queens Dock are set to be unearthed for the first time in … More
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Hull City Council and Civica to bring 100 home-based jobs to city
Hull City Council is partnering with Civica, a global leader in software for public services, to bring 100 new home-based call centre jobs to the city.
The council has partnered … More
Work to improve key Holderness Road route begins next week
Work to improve a key section of Holderness Road, between Diadem roundabout and Ganstead roundabout, will begin next week.
A full carriageway reconstruction will take place, providing a safer road … More
How a Hull coffee company is finding the right blend for success
As an aficionado and accomplished roaster, James Wilkins knows the value of the humble coffee bean.
Spotting a gap in the local market just over a decade ago, James took … More
Hull City Council commits £20,000 to city’s young entrepreneurs
Hull City Council has committed a further investment of £20,000 to support young entrepreneurs in the city.
The grant follows £20,000 issued by the local authority from May to August … More
Hull businesses can now apply for up to £9,000 Covid grants
Hull businesses required to close in the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors are being urged to apply for a one-off grant worth up to £9,000 to help see them through … More
Charity awarded £75,000 to support Hull Maritime project
A charity dedicated to supporting the Hull Maritime project has been awarded £75,000 to enable the delivery of an accredited maritime training programme for young people in Hull.
Hull Maritime … More
Appointment of a contractor for Guildhall Greenwich Time Ball restoration
Hull City Council has confirmed the appointment of a Principal Main Works Contractor to restore the Guildhall Greenwich Time Ball and complete the next phase of the Guildhall roofing improvements.… More
26 new electric vehicle charging points in Hull
Hull City Council has given the city a green boost by installing 26 new electric vehicle charge points for council fleets, residents and visitors.
The council has installed 16 charge … More
Hull among top UK cities for start-up businesses in new research
Businesses starting up in Hull have an advantage over those anywhere else in Yorkshire, according to recent research.
Experts from online magazine Startups Geek found that Hull was the best … More
Hull City Council begins next stage of district heating project
Hull City Council has appointed three consultancy firms to support the next stage of the city centre district heating project.
The local authority has appointed technical consultants Sustainable Energy Ltd, … More
Hull City Council to distribute £3,000 grants to businesses in hospitality sector
Hull City Council is to distribute thousands of pounds in extra grant provision for pubs, cafes and restaurants after it was announced the city will remain under Tier 3 Covid-19 … More
Additional funding sought for two Beverley Road projects
Two reports will be discussed at Finance Scrutiny this week.
The reports are requesting additional funding to support two ongoing projects of significant buildings on Beverley Road.
Additional essential works … More
Hull’s Old Town set for new One Stop store
Hull city centre is set to welcome a new nationally-known convenience store.
Silver Street will soon be home to a One Stop franchise, which will also offer made-to-order sandwiches from … More
Work set to start on new build £8.2million primary school
Construction work is set to begin on a new build £8.2 million primary school, including one of Hull’s first purpose-built bases for young children with autism.
Contracts have been exchanged … More
Stunning art installations set to feature as part of £4.3m Queens Gardens refurbishment
The £4.3m Queens Gardens refurbishment is set to feature a number of permanent art installations that will celebrate and bring to life Hull’s rich maritime past.
The installations, from internationally-renowned … More
£4.3m Queens Gardens refurbishment takes exciting next step
The £4.3m Queens Gardens refurbishment has moved a step closer with Hull City Council submitting a planning application for the transformational city centre project.
Plans for the regeneration of the … More
Major award for scheme to protect Hull homes from flooding
A scheme designed to protect thousands of homes in Hull and the East Riding from flooding has won a prestigious award.
The Anlaby and East Ella Flood Alleviation Scheme (AAEFAS) … More
Appointment of conservation specialists to conserve maritime paintings
A painting and conservation company will conserve a number of paintings from the collection at the Hull Maritime Museum as part of the Hull Maritime project.
A decision record confirms … More
Jails, bombs and map mysteries – explosive insight into the history of Hull
A 235-year-old prison, a suspected Second World War bomb explosion and mysterious buildings that don’t appear on any maps could shed new light on the fascinating history of Hull.
Archaeologists … More
Million-pound industrial estate sold at auction in Hull
An industrial estate located just outside of Hull city centre has been sold by Hull City Council for more than £1 million.
The Kingston Way Unit Factory Estate constitutes 12 … More
Hull’s Bradbury House to be named after Lillian Bilocca
Hull City Council has confirmed the new name of Bradbury House will be Lil Bilocca House.
The local authority agreed to buy the building in Porter Street, Hull, in June. … More
Hundreds of Hull businesses applying for this coronavirus grant fund
The first payments are now being made under a new fund designed to help Hull businesses through coronavirus.
More than 350 applications have already been received for the Additional Restrictions … More
Hull Ice Arena set for £1.1m investment
Plans are being put forward that would see Hull Ice Arena benefit from a £1.1m investment.
The improvements would deliver essential maintenance work to the arena, as well as ensure … More
Chair sought for new-look Local Enterprise Partnership
The new Hull and East Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership is looking for its first Chair.
This high profile role requires a dynamic and experience business leader to establish and lead … More
Popular trail in Hull’s Victoria Dock to reopen
A popular section of footpath in Hull’s Victoria Dock is reopening this week.
The route which forms part of the Trans Pennine Trail is re-opening after an upgrade to flood … More
Support and grants available to businesses during lockdown
Measures have been announced to support businesses in Hull during lockdown.
Businesses forced to close, which are registered for Business Rates, will receive grants worth up to £3,000 per month … More
Spooky kids bring the fright to Hepworth’s Arcade
School children have been busy making Hepworth’s Arcade spookier than ever this Halloween.
The famous arcade, the country’s only L-shaped arcade, has been decorated with ghosts, pumpkins and various spooky … More
Holwell Road closed overnight next week for essential improvement works
Holwell Road will be closed for overnight roadworks, 7pm until 7am, from Monday 26 October until Friday 30 October.
The road will be closed from Holwell Road roundabout to Bandstand … More
Free virtual events for families this half-term
From scavenger hunts and tree trails to dog tails and street dancing, the team at Hull Libraries has organised an action packed calendar of free online activities to keep the … More
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