Regeneration

View article State-of-the-art CDC opens

State-of-the-art CDC opens

High-quality and easily accessible health facilities are now available in Hull city centre after a brand new state-of-the-art Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) was opened. Patients in Hull and the East Riding requiring diagnostic testing can now opt to attend the facility on Albion Street which was constructed in an impressive 15 months by Hull City […]

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View article Council seeks contractor to ‘futureproof’ Kingswood roundabouts

Council seeks contractor to ‘futureproof’ Kingswood roundabouts

Hull City Council is seeking a contractor to deliver two roundabout improvement schemes, at Ennerdale Leisure Centre and Wawne Road / Bude Road, as part of the Kingswood Area Action Plan (AAP). The schemes will: It is anticipated that a contractor will be appointed in November, with the aim of starting on site in January […]

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View article Biodiversity Net Gain approach to be discussed by cabinet

Biodiversity Net Gain approach to be discussed by cabinet

A strategic approach to how the council manages Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements will be discussed by cabinet this month. Mandatory legislation in England was introduced in February 2024 stating that all developments must deliver a 10 per cent increase of BNG, resulting in more or better-quality natural habitats. The new approach, should it be […]

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View article Guildhall to help ‘shape tomorrow’ by hosting the North Green Skills Conference 2025

Guildhall to help ‘shape tomorrow’ by hosting the North Green Skills Conference 2025

Hull’s Guildhall will welcome delegates from across the north later this month as Hull City Council becomes the host partner of the North Green Skills Conference 2025. ‘Skills North: Shaping Tomorrow’ will be held on Wednesday 24 September, bringing together business leaders, academics, politicians and the media from a range of different sectors. Speakers and […]

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View article Apply for this autumn’s Skills Bootcamps

Apply for this autumn’s Skills Bootcamps

Businesses in Hull and East Yorkshire wishing to upskill existing staff or train new employees, as well as individuals aiming to further their careers, are invited to apply for the next phase of Skills Bootcamps. Individuals can access fully funded courses available in Logistics and Warehousing, Tax Basics AAT L4 and Certificates in Bookkeeping Level […]

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View article Have your say on East Bank Urban Village

Have your say on East Bank Urban Village

Hull City Council, alongside lead developer partner ECF, has launched a community conversation ahead of its ambitious East Bank Urban Village project. The sustainable, residential-led development will deliver approximately 850 new homes on brownfield land east of the River Hull. Opposite the old town, the scheme will comprise high quality new homes and public spaces […]

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View article Preparation for 2026 water play starts now

Preparation for 2026 water play starts now

Works to refurbish Pickering Park and repair East Park water play areas have started, allowing ample time to be ready for the 2026 summer season.  Pickering Park paddling pool will receive a full refurbishment with improvements including new jets and water features, as well as a new plant room with an upgraded filtration system.  East […]

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View article Council announces full closure of Drypool Bridge to progress major repair programme

Council announces full closure of Drypool Bridge to progress major repair programme

Hull City Council has confirmed that Drypool Bridge will be fully closed to all vehicles and pedestrians from Monday 15 September to late-November 2025, to allow the next phase of a major repair and strengthening programme to take place. The council, working in partnership with local contractors Esh Construction and designers Mason Clark Associates, began […]

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View article HTAE boosts skills success in Hull

HTAE boosts skills success in Hull

Learners are being urged to act fast, as places are now available for courses starting during September Adults across Hull are boosting their job prospects thanks to help from Hull Training and Adult Education (HTAE). The success of learners who’ve attained vital knowledge of functional skills is being celebrated, with adults of all ages able […]

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View article Council seeks public input on parklet relocation  

Council seeks public input on parklet relocation  

Hull City Council is inviting residents and local businesses to help shape the future of six city centre parklets currently located along Princes Dock Street.   These prefabricated parklets, originally introduced to support nearby businesses by providing additional outdoor seating, have become popular spaces for socialising.   However, they will be removed at the end of summer […]

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View article Carriageway resurfacing commences on Beverley Road 

Carriageway resurfacing commences on Beverley Road 

Essential carriageway resurfacing works have begun on Beverley Road, northbound, between Evergreen Drive and the city boundary.  The intention of this scheme is to renew the carriageway, to ensure the highway provides a safe and even surface for traffic with adequate grip and skid resistance  The work started on Tuesday 26 August and will be […]

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View article Carriageway improvements scheduled for Priory Way

Carriageway improvements scheduled for Priory Way

Hull City Council will begin overnight carriageway improvement works on Priory Way next week.   In response to feedback from residents and motorists, the council will be completing carriageway resurfacing and road marking upgrades on Priory Way, from the junction with Saxon Way to the top of the A63 westbound exit slip road.   The works are […]

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