Hull to welcome Afghan families 29th June 2021 Hull City Council has published a Decision Record using delegated powers authorised by its cabinet, to receive two to five Afghan families. The request came from the Home Office as a result of the deteriorating security situation in Afghanistan and the impact it may have on staff, and their immediate families, who were engaged locally […] Read more Council Government and Democracy News City of SanctuaryCouncillor Rosemary PantelakisDecision Record
Residents asked to submit household information 22nd June 2021 This week Hull City Council’s annual electoral register canvass begins. Households who have a registered email address on the electoral register will receive an email from electoral.services@hullcc.gov.uk at the council asking them to check their household voter registration details. The annual canvass takes place to allow the council to keep the electoral register up-to-date, and all […] Read more Council Government and Democracy News annual canvasselectionsMatt Jukes
Hull City Council’s financial position has improved according to latest report 17th June 2021 Robust financial management has meant that Hull City Council’s financial position has improved for the current year. The Council’s Cabinet is set to review the latest financial position at its meeting on Monday 28 June. The 2020/21 Provisional Financial Outturn report outlines that despite budget pressures in Adults and Children’s Services, the position has been […] Read more Coronavirus Council Government and Democracy News CabinetCouncillor Phil WebsterProvisional Financial Outturn report
Appointment of new leader and cabinet confirmed for Hull City Council 20th May 2021 The new leader of Hull City Council and cabinet has been formally agreed at today’s full council meeting. Councillor Daren Hale was elected as leader earlier this week by the ruling Labour group, which has been ratified today. Councillor Hester Bridges has taken up the deputy seat, and will remain chair of Health & Wellbeing […] Read more Council Government and Democracy News 2021CabinetCouncil LeaderCouncillor Daren HaleCouncillor Hester BridgesFull Councilnewportfolio holders
Hull City Council seeks the next Young Mayor 14th May 2021 Young people in Hull are being invited to apply to become the city’s next Young Mayor. The role, currently held by Gabriela Surdyk, acts as an ambassador for Hull’s young people, supporting the Lord Mayor and attending the Hull Young People’s Parliament. The one-year post will also take a public and media role, attending events and […] Read more Children and families Community and Living Council Government and Democracy Education and Learning News Voice and InfluenceYoung MayorYoung People's Parliament
Hull local elections 2021: as it happened 7th May 2021 The results of the local elections are in. Labour has retained control of Hull City Council with 30 seats out of a total of 57. The political make-up of the council is: Labour Group 30 Liberal Democrat Group 26 Conservative Group 1 Any changes to the Cabinet will be announced by the Leader in due […] Read more Civic Council Government and Democracy News Bonus Arenaelections
Census 2021 response hits almost 100 per cent 5th May 2021 97 per cent of households across England and Wales have completed their census survey, making sure they count when it comes to local services like school places, GP surgeries and hospital beds. This is above the pre-census target of 94 per cent, while all local authorities have seen over 90 per cent of households respond, […] Read more Community and Living Council Government and Democracy News CensusCensus 2021ONS
Safety measures in place for voters as Notice of Election published 29th March 2021 On Thursday 6 May 2021, Hull City Council local elections and the Humberside Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) election takes place. Residents in Hull have their chance to vote on who represents them in their local ward area, and who represents the Humberside area as Police and Crime Commissioner. Voters can find out who is […] Read more Coronavirus Council Government and Democracy News Local Elections 2021Notice of ElectionPolice and Crime Commissioner electionRegister to vote
Hull city centre to turn purple in celebration of Census 2021 17th March 2021 Hull city centre will join more than a hundred buildings and landmarks across England and Wales by lighting up purple to celebrate the upcoming census and its importance to communities. The event is being organised by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) to raise awareness of census day on March 21, a survey that happens […] Read more Community and Living Council Government and Democracy News Census 2021Census Daypurple
Have your say on the future of Hull’s historic Old Town 22nd February 2021 The public are being invited to share their views on the future of Hull’s Old Town. The historic area, home to Hull Minster, Trinity Square, the cobbled High Street and Beverley Gate, is a much-loved area of the city for both residents and visitors. The picturesque and unique area has recently been used as the […] Read more Council Government and Democracy News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleHull Old TownHull Old Town consultation
New edition of Love Hull lands next week 19th February 2021 The next edition of Love Hull will land on doormats across the city next week. Love Hull magazine, launched in 2019 features interviews, highlights and updates on the biggest things going on in the city. The spring 2021 edition will feature a pull-out health guide, alongside an exclusive interview with rugby legend Johnny Whiteley. It […] Read more Community and Living Council Government and Democracy News Cllor Stephen BradyCllr Gwen LunnCOVID-19HullJohnny WhiteleyLove Hull Magazine
Hull City Council Leader publishes Budget Statement for year ahead 18th February 2021 Updated: Full Council has today, 25 February, approved the budget for 2021/22. Hull City Council Leader, Councillor Stephen Brady, has published the proposed Budget Statement for 2021/22, ahead of it being discussed at Full Council on 25 February. The Budget outlines that there will be no cuts to services for residents, and savings will be […] Read more Coronavirus Council Government and Democracy News Budget Statement 2021/22council taxCouncillor Phil WebsterCouncillor Stephen BradyFull Council
