Councillors to discuss plans to create additional permanent and temporary provision for travellers 4th February 2021 Plans to create additional permanent provision for travellers in Hull, as well as a new adjacent temporary stopping site, will be discussed by councillors this month. The new facilities would be created next to an existing site on Bedford Street and a new adjacent site on Mount Pleasant. The new provision would meet the requirements […] Read more Council Government and Democracy Housing News
Deputy Chair appointed to new Hull and East Yorkshire LEP 15th January 2021 In anticipation of the formal creation of the Hull and East Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) on 1st April 2021, James Newman, the Chair designate of the new LEP, has appointed Stephen Parnaby OBE as Deputy Chair following an independent selection process led by Thomas Martin, Chair of the Hull and East Riding Business Engagement […] Read more Business Council Government and Democracy News Regeneration Councillor Richard BurtonCouncillor Stephen BradyHull and East Yorkshire LEPJames NewmanStephen Parnaby
Additional funding sought for two Beverley Road projects 17th December 2020 Two reports will be discussed at Finance Scrutiny this week. The reports are requesting additional funding to support two ongoing projects of significant buildings on Beverley Road. Additional essential works on the Brunswick Arcade site at 52a and 54 Beverley Road were identified through the open tender exercise in order to make the building safe […] Read more Council Government and Democracy Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Beverley Road bathsBeverley Road heritageBrunswick ArcadeCouncillor Daren Hale
City leaders issue joint statement following Covid-19 emergency talks with Government 20th November 2020 Senior representatives from Hull held a meeting today with the national Covid-19 Task Force, in response to recent letters to the Health Secretary and Prime Minister from Hull’s MPs and the Leader of Hull City Council, requesting more national assistance and support for Hull reflecting the city’s Covid-19 emergency. In a joint statement following the […] Read more Coronavirus Council Government and Democracy News Public Health Councillor Stephen BradyDiana Johnson MPEmma Hardy MPHull covid-19Karl Turner MP
Council leader writes to every resident as city faces ‘health emergency’ 20th November 2020 Councillor Stephen Brady, Leader, Hull City Council, has written to all residents in Hull about the current health emergency facing the city. The correspondence comes on the back of confirmation last week that Hull had recorded the highest infection rate in the country. With questions remaining as to whether families can spend Christmas together, Councillor […] Read more Coronavirus Council Government and Democracy News Public Health CoronavirusCouncillor Stephen Brady
Long-serving Lord Mayor reflects on a bumper reign 18th November 2020 As Hull’s 107th Lord Mayor prepares to hand over the chains and robes to his successor, Councillor Steve Wilson has reflected on his extended time in office, that began in May 2019. With almost 600 civic engagements under his belt and new Civic Crown awards handed out, Councillor Wilson has been very busy, despite a […] Read more Civic Council Government and Democracy News Councillor Steve WilsonLord Mayor
Love Staying Safe campaign launches 16th November 2020 Hull’s Young Mayor, Gabriela Surdyk, has launched Love Staying Safe, a campaign aimed at providing young people with practical tips and advice to stay safe on the streets. The campaign follows on from Staying Safe Online earlier this year, helping young people to ensure they protect themselves online. Gabriela has worked with 20 other young […] Read more Children and families Community and Living Coronavirus Council Government and Democracy Education and Learning News Councillor Peter ClarkHull Young Peoples’ VoiceLove Staying SafeSafer Hull PartnershipVoice and InfluenceYoung Mayor
November is Make Your Mark month 6th November 2020 Make Your Mark is an opportunity for 11-18 year olds across the UK to have their say and begin their democratic journey by voting on the policies they want to introduce or change. The issues that are voted for will be debated by Members of Youth Parliament. They will campaign to influence the UK Parliament and their […] Read more Children and families Community and Living Coronavirus Council Government and Democracy News Councillor Peter ClarkMake Your MarkUK Youth Parliament
Hull residents should check if they can claim £500 Covid payment 13th October 2020 Hull residents who have lost income as a result of self-isolation are being urged to check if they are eligible for a new £500 payment. People in the UK now have a legal duty to self-isolate if they test positive for Covid-19 or are contacted by NHS Test and Trace. Now, those on lower incomes […] Read more Coronavirus Council Government and Democracy News Public Health FinanceNHSNHS Test and Trace
Coronavirus: how we’re managing local outbreaks 4th August 2020 Hull’s Coronavirus Outbreak Prevention and Management Plan has been approved by Hull City Council. Cllr Stephen Brady is Leader of the Council, and chair of the elected-member led Hull Outbreak Control Engagement Board, which focuses on engaging with local communities and partners. He said the plan was a powerful tool to tackle Coronavirus. However, he […] Read more Coronavirus Council Government and Democracy News Public Health Coronaviruscouncillor bradyCOVID-19HullPHEtake care take notice take action
Electoral services begins annual canvassing in Hull 24th June 2020 Hull’s electoral services has started to contact Hull residents as part of this year’s electoral canvass. New legislation has enabled the council to match data, meaning for the first time, the vast majority of residents have been sent an email. Residents receiving this email will need to respond as per the instructions with any changes […] Read more Council Government and Democracy News electionsElectoral services
Take this weekly survey on lockdown effects and win £500 17th June 2020 People in Hull are being urged to take part in series of short surveys into how they have been affected by the coronavirus lockdown. Those who take the weekly tracker surveys could win £500 in high street shopping vouchers. The surveys, titled Helping Hull Bounce Back, are part of Hull City Council’s People’s Panel project. […] Read more Coronavirus Council Government and Democracy News Councillor Daren HalePeople’s PanelSurveys
