People can now hire electric bikes as part of a new scheme to encourage cycling 23rd March 2022 People in Hull will now have the opportunity to use an electric bike as part of plans to encourage cycling in the city. Six new electric bikes will be available to loan from the cycle hubs in Trinity Market and The University of Hull, both operated by charity R-evolution. E-bikes use electrical power to make […] Read more News Regeneration Bike Is BestCouncillor Daren HalecycleR-evolutionThe University of HullTrinity Market
Pearson Park arch highly commended in national awards 22nd March 2022 The historic entrance archway to Pearson Park has been highly commended at the 2022 Civic Trust AABC Conservation Awards. The project was reviewed by the AABC national judging panel and received comments that said the archway restoration was “a thoroughly researched project which overcomes complex issues with fabric repair.” Councillor John Fareham, chairman of the Pearson Park […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Civic Trust AABC Conservation AwardsCivic Trust Awardscllr john farehamLGC AwardsPearson ParkPearson Park archway
How solar energy will help Hull City Council reach net zero 20th March 2022 Last month, it was announced that Hull City Council have appointed specialists in the renewable energy sector to assess the feasibility of the council’s corporate sites for installation of a number of green energy projects. The council are looking at installing rooftop solar photovoltaics (PV), solar farms, wind turbines and solar canopies across their corporate […] Read more Environment News Regeneration Climate changeCouncillor Daren Haleenvironmentgreen energyOh Yes! Net Zero
Net Zero: Hull visitor attraction to be a UK leader in energy efficiency 19th March 2022 Last year, Hull City Council made the announcement that a new maritime experience at Hull’s historic North End Shipyard is set to become one of the most energy efficient buildings in the UK’s cultural and heritage sector. Hull City Council is shining a spotlight on projects which will help lead the UK to a Net […] Read more Environment News Regeneration Climate changeCouncillor Daren Halegreen energyHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime CityMaritimeOh Yes! Net Zero
Hull District Heating Project could deliver cheaper and greener energy 18th March 2022 A report into the Hull District Heating Project has found that it would be both technically and financially viable. The news comes as the council has this week announced its participation in the new Oh Yes! Net Zero campaign, encouraging local businesses and residents to drive down their emissions and take positive action on climate […] Read more Business Environment Housing News Regeneration Climate changeCouncillor Daren Halegreen energyHull District Heating ProjectOh Yes! Net ZeroRegeneration
Hull Training and Adult Education service boosted to ‘Good’ rating by OFSTED 17th March 2022 Hull City Council’s Hull Training and Adult Education (HTAE) service have been assessed as ‘Good’ by OFSTED. HTAE were previously assessed as ‘Requires improvement’ at their last full inspection in 2018. HTAE provide apprenticeships, adult learning programmes, education programmes for young people and provision for learners with high needs. Ofsted praised HTAE for offering calm […] Read more Education and Learning News Regeneration Councillor Rosemary PantelakisEducationHull Training and Adult EducationOfstedRegeneration
Old Town parking spaces to be turned into alfresco dining areas 16th March 2022 Parking spaces will be transformed into outdoor seating/dining areas as part of the regeneration of the Old Town, and Hull City Council’s commitment to supporting the city’s evening economy. Hull City Council has today published a decision record confirming the awarding of a contract to Broxap Limited for the supply and installation of two “parklet” […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Decision RecordOld TownSilver Street
Hull City Council awarded highest level for its green credentials nine years running 16th March 2022 Hull City Council have retained their Investors in the Environment (iiE) Green level accreditation for the ninth year running. The accreditation is a national environmental scheme designed to help organisations save money, reduce their impact on the environment and receive endorsement for their green credentials. The council achieved a score of 81% and Green level, […] Read more Environment News Regeneration 2030 Carbon Neutral Hull StrategyClimate changeCouncillor Rosie NicolaOh Yes! Net Zero
Can we reach net zero? Oh Yes! Hull City Council joins forces with city partners to help Hull get to net zero 14th March 2022 Hull City Council has joined forces with some of the biggest organisations in the area, including Reckitt, the University of Hull and Marketing Humber to support the launch the Oh Yes! Net Zero campaign – marking the start of our city leading the region and the UK to a net zero future. The Oh Yes! […] Read more Business Environment Health and Social Care Living With Water News Regeneration Climate changeNet ZeroOh Yes! Net Zero
Conservation in Action: Volunteers lend a helping hand to conserve maritime objects 14th March 2022 Volunteers are helping to conserve artefacts from Hull Maritime Museum. Working with the Conservation and Engagement Officer, the small team of volunteers will carry out practical conservation tasks to ensure the objects are in the best possible condition for when they go on display in the refurbished museum as well as preserving them for years […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News Regeneration ArtefactsConservationConservationsCouncillor Daren HaleHull City CouncilHull MaritimeHull Maritime MuseumHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime Cityobjects
First tree arrives as part of huge planting programme in Queens Gardens 10th March 2022 The first tree arrives in Queens Gardens today (Thursday 10 March) signalling the start of a major planting programme as part of the park’s £11.7m redevelopment. An 11-metre tall Metasequoia tree will be craned into position before being planted in the centre of the gardens. This will provide an example of the scale and type […] Read more Environment News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime CityQueens Gardens
Hull City Council appoints contractor to carry out works at Myton Retail Park 9th March 2022 A contractor has been appointed to carry out the demolition of two buildings at Myton Retail Park and extend the existing car park onto the cleared site. Hull City Council has published a decision record confirming the awarding of the contract to PBS Construction Limited for the sum of £175,939 after an open tender process […] Read more Business News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleDevelopmentmyton streetRegeneration
