Hull’s Banksy successfully removed from Scott Street Bridge 15th October 2019 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 increasing risk to shipping. The street art was recovered by specialists Alan Wood and Partners following a successful test on the east leaf of the […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets BanksyCouncillor Daren HaleHistoric EnglandScott Street Bridge
Flood defences in Victoria Pier given go-ahead 9th October 2019 Plans to install flood defences in Victoria Pier have been approved by Hull City Council’s planning committee. The plans will see the Environment Agency removing the existing flood wall and build out three metres into the Humber estuary with sheet piling to provide protection against flooding until 2040. The defence will be designed to be […] Read more Community and Living Environment Living With Water News Regeneration Councillor Mike ThompsonEnvironment AgencyFlood defenceHumber estuaryNelson Street
Plans to secure Hull’s Banksy move a step closer 9th October 2019 A contractor is being sought to preserve Hull’s Banksy artwork and dismantle Scott Street Bridge. As part of this work, the Banksy will be placed into storage until a suitable location is determined. Planning permission for the work was approved in March this year and will be carried out in two phases. During phase one, […] Read more News Planning Regeneration Transport & Streets BanksyCouncillor Daren HaleHistoric EnglandRiver HullScott Street Bridge
First look as historic Pearson Park archway returns home 9th October 2019 The first pieces of an historic archway, which has welcomed visitors to Pearson Park for more than a century, have returned to Hull following refurbishment as part of a £3.8m restoration project. The pillars were returned to the park yesterday and reveal the new colour scheme of the refurbished gateway. The rich cream colour with […] Read more News Regeneration Councillor John FarehamNational Lottery Heritage FundPearson ParkPearson Park Restoration Project
Council ‘desperately disappointed’ as asbestos survey rules out retaining Three Ships mural 8th October 2019 The Three Ships mural cannot be retained as part of the Albion Square development after a specialist survey found dangerously high levels of asbestos, it has been revealed. The survey by national specialists The Testing Lab found the development is “heavily contaminated” with a high-risk asbestos product, which is also evident in the core structure […] Read more News Planning Regeneration Albion SquareCouncillor Daren Hale
Are you a Hull entrepreneur? Try this new business lounge 7th October 2019 Entrepreneurs will soon have access to a new business lounge in Hull to help grow their ventures. The space at Hull Central Library in Albion Street will provide business advice from experts, use of an office environment and meeting rooms, Wi-Fi – and even coffee. Membership will cost £20 a month, which will include free […] Read more Business News Regeneration Hull Central Library
Hull’s barriers are back – but only for a short time 30th September 2019 Minor repair works of Hull’s newly paved streets will get under way on Tuesday 1 October, with work scheduled for Paragon Square, Jameson Street, King Edward Street, Queen Victoria Square, Whitefriargate and Humber Street. Residents and visitors will see a return of orange barriers to the city centre, but only for the duration of the […] Read more Environment News Regeneration Transport & Streets Albion SquareCouncillor Daren HaleEuroviaHull Maritime MuseumPublic RealmWhitefriargate
See Whitefriargate regeneration plans at city centre exhibition 27th September 2019 Plans for the regeneration of Whitefriargate will go on show on Tuesday 1 October as the Humber High Street Challenge Fund grant scheme is launched. The historic street in Hull city centre will receive £1m as part of the scheme that will provide £1.95m in funding across the four Humber authorities. An event at 15 […] Read more Business News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleHumber High Street Challenge FundHumber LEPWhitefriargate
Historic Pearson Park archway heads home 27th September 2019 Work to bring home the historic Pearson Park archway begins next week. The gateway was removed from the park last year as part of the £3.8m Pearson Park Restoration Project, which will restore the park’s historic assets and reinstate some of its original Victorian features which have been lost over the years. The cast iron […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration National Lottery Heritage FundPearson ParkPearson Park Restoration Project
Princes Quay bridge taking shape as pieces are assembled 23rd September 2019 Hull’s Princes Quay bridge is starting to take shape with all 11 pieces of the structure now in position. The Highways England project, which is the first phase of the A63 Castle Street scheme, will shape the future of Hull and connect key sites. The pieces are now being welded in preparation for the journey […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets A63A63 footbridgeEmma Hardy MPNational HighwaysPrinces Quay
House of Fraser in Hull to become artisan food market 19th September 2019 Hull’s old House of Fraser building is set to be converted into an artisan food market. Plans for a stylish food hall in part of the building have been revealed on signage added to its exterior. And proposals carry a name that Hull shoppers will recognise – Hammonds of Hull, in a nod to the […] Read more Business News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleHammonds of HullHouse of Fraser
Popular Trinity Live music nights to continue until Christmas 16th September 2019 Trinity Live, a weekly music event at Trinity Market, has been extended until Christmas. The event, that takes place every Thursday evening, has attracted 9,500 people to market since launching in May – an average of 500 people per night. It has also given a platform to almost 60 local bands and artists. Councillor Dave […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Councillor Dave CrakerTrinity LiveTrinity Market
