UK City of Culture impact highlighted in new report
City and cultural leaders have welcomed the publication of an independent evaluation of Hull’s year in the spotlight as UK City of Culture 2017, which confirms the continuing impact the … More
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Coronavirus: Hull Central Library lends support to university’s face shield production
Hull Central Library is the latest in a long list of places to lend its support in the battle against coronavirus.
The library’s Makerspace facility, which usually helps individuals, … More
How £16m Arco head office in Hull’s Fruit Market will look
Construction has begun on the £16m Arco head office development in Hull.
The project will see the construction of a prestigious new head office for Arco, the UK’s leading safety … More
Businesses in Hull urged to access online support during coronavirus
Businesses in the Hull and Humber region are being urged to take advantage of online support to help them deal with the impact of Covid-19.
A series of webinars organised … More
Hull has one of the top performing high streets in the UK, new research shows
Hull’s high street is among the country’s most thriving, according to new data.
Retail closures across the UK have reached a five-year high – with 16 stores shutting every day.… More
£23m in grant funding paid out to Hull businesses hit by coronavirus
More than £23m in grant funding has been handed over to Hull businesses hit by coronavirus since an online application form went live on Friday.
The local authority is distributing … More
Hull named in top 10 improved cities for economic wellbeing
Hull has been named as one of the UK’s top 10 cities for economic improvement.
PwC’s Good Growth for Cities 2019 measures the performance of the UK’s largest cities against … More
Online form for Hull businesses to apply for grant funding is now live
An online form allowing businesses in Hull to apply for grant funding is now live.
The facility will allow Hull City Council to distribute £58m in funding to firms across … More
Young people in Hull urged to apply for apprenticeships on major A63 project
Young people are being urged to apply for skilled apprentice positions on upcoming major A63 Castle Street project in Hull.
Apprentices are being sought in positions across civil engineering, surveying … More
Hull Street Race to brings thousands into city centre again
Thousands will line the streets of Hull again next year as electric racing returns to the city.
The hugely successful Hull Street Race will be back in May 2020, a … More
Contractor appointed to remove Scott Street Bridge
A specialist contractor has been appointed to dismantle Scott Street Bridge.
Civil contractor Eric Wright Group has been appointed to carry out the work following an open tender process.
Plans … More
Hull students creating virtual reality tour of Veterans Village
A group of Hull sixth form students are using state-of-the-art technology skills to help create a visual walkthrough of the world’s first purpose-built centre of its kind for veterans.
Year … More
Watch as Hull’s A63 bridge is moved into place
A new bridge connecting Hull city centre to its waterfront is now in place.
The 60-metre, 150-tonne footbridge was moved into position over the A63 dual carriageway overnight on Saturday … More
Road closures as Hull’s A63 bridge is moved into position
Road closures will be in place this weekend as the city’s new landmark bridge is moved into its final position over the A63.
The huge operation will see the 60-metre, … More
Hull Cenotaph improvements almost complete
Work to improve access to the Hull Cenotaph is almost complete.
Contractors are installing a new ramp that will improve access for disabled people and also those with limited mobility.… More
Young people are being consulted on the future of Hull
Young people in Hull are being asked to help influence multi-million pound developments that will shape the city’s future.
A working group has been set up to discuss projects such … More
Pearson Park archway restoration almost complete
The restored gateway to Hull’s Pearson Park is beginning to take shape as part of a £3.8m restoration project.
Contractors have been at the park this week to carefully lift … More
Coronavirus: Hull City Council preparing to distribute grants to businesses
Hull City Council is preparing to distribute grants to businesses which may be suffering during tough economic times brought on by coronavirus.
It follows a Government announcement that businesses across … More
Multi-million pound procurement partnership extended by Hull City Council
A successful procurement partnership that has delivered hundreds of millions of pounds of projects in Hull has been extended by five years.
Esteem delivers infrastructure solutions for major projects on … More
Here’s when Hull’s A63 bridge will move to its new home
Hull’s A63 road will close so that the city’s new landmark bridge can be moved into place.
From 8pm on Friday 1 November to 6am Monday 4 November, the bridge … More
£350,000 awarded for Hull Maritime Museum major refurb
A charity dedicated to supporting the city’s major maritime project has been awarded £350,000 towards the refurbishment of the Hull Maritime Museum.
Hull Maritime Foundation has been awarded the grant … More
See plans for major new A63 footbridge in Hull
People can find out more about Hull’s new A63 footbridge at drop-in events today and tomorrow.
Highways England and contractor Interserve will talk to members of the public about the … More
Coronavirus: Business support team set up by Hull City Council
Hull City Council has established a business support team to advise on business rate relief, Government grants and business loans.
It comes in response to the announcements by Government yesterday … More
Coronavirus update: Hull Street Race postponed by Greenpower
The Hull Street Race has been postponed in line with Government advice on tackling the outbreak of coronavirus.
The Greenpower Education Trust, the charity which organises the electric racing … More
Watch the Banksy move in action
Hull’s very own Banksy was successfully removed from Scott Street Bridge and placed in secure storage yesterday.
It was removed in three panels and will now be restored, before being … More
Hammonds of Hull hires firm to find businesses for new House of Fraser venture
A Hull property firm has been hired to oversee the redevelopment of one of the city centre’s most recognisable buildings.
The former House of Fraser building in Paragon Street is … More
Alan Boyson fish mural can be retained and integrated into Albion Square development
Alan Boyson’s fish mural will be removed before demolition of the Albion Square site and integrated into the new £120m development.
The mural is currently located on one of the … More
Hull’s Banksy successfully removed from Scott Street Bridge
Hull’s Banksy has been successfully removed from Scott Street Bridge for preservation.
The removal was necessary to preserve the artwork due to the deterioration of the bridge, which poses an … More
New Hull Facebook page offering discounts in bid to attract shoppers
City centre businesses in Hull are sharing an online shop window as they work together to build footfall.
From boutiques to banks and hotels to hair salons, businesses are offering … More
Tech Week Humber 2020: All you need to know
Hull City Council has been announced as Tech Week Humber’s headline partner for the second year in a row.
Last year’s Tech Expo Humber event at the Bonus Arena was … More
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