Gypsy and Traveller gallery opens at Streetlife Museum 10th July 2023 A new gallery is opening at Hull’s Streetlife Museum, celebrating local Gypsy and Traveller heritage. Funded by Arts Council England, the display – complete with a life-sized model of a piebald horse – has been carefully created with members from local Gypsy and Traveller communities, and with extensive support from York Travellers Trust. An event […] Read more Museums News Councillor Rob PritchardStreetlife Museum
Warning as two major Hull fires caused by incorrect waste disposal 10th July 2023 Hull City Council is encouraging residents to dispose of their waste correctly, following two major waste-related fires. The Council continues to recommend that residents dispose of dangerous and potentially flammable items at the household waste recycling centres (HWRCs). This message comes after an increase in the number of waste related fires in the city, which are […] Read more News Waste Bring Back Heavy MetalDoug SharpEnvironment AgencyEnvironmental Services AssociationFCC EnvironmentHousehold waste and recycling centresHumberside Fire and Rescue
Hull’s Dettol Celebrates 90 years 10th July 2023 The 90th anniversary of Hull’s famous Dettol is being celebrated at the Hull History Centre throughout this summer. Dettol, one of Reckitt’s key brands, was the world’s first safe, non-caustic antiseptic that was endorsed by doctors across the globe. It helped to reduce the maternal death rate from sepsis by 50% and was carried by […] Read more Museums News What's on Councillor Rob PritchardDettolHull History Centre
Hull remembers Srebrenica victims 7th July 2023 Hull City Council will once again mark Srebrenica Memorial Day in the city, hosting an event for members of the Bosnia and Herzegovina community. Guests will remember the thousands of people who lost their lives in the genocide between 1992 and 1995, with a specific focus on the anniversary of the atrocities at Srebrenica. On […] Read more Civic News Cllr Kalvin NealCllr Mike RossGuildhallSrebrenica Memorial Day
Myton Bridge closure plus weekly traffic and travel update – 7 July 7th July 2023 Here is the latest breakdown of scheduled and emergency works taking place across Hull over the next few weeks. All works are subject to change. For the latest updates: Read more News Transport & Streets Hull weekly roadworks updateRoadworks
Advice as heatwave hits Hull 7th July 2023 Beat the heat this weekend, by taking simple steps to take care of yourself and your family. Temperatures are set to soar to around 28 C in Hull over the weekend, as a new heatwave hits. While most of us welcome warm days and the chance to get outside, high temperatures, dehydration and other factors […] Read more News
Drop-in session for public to view improvements to Queens Road/Sculcoates Lane junction 7th July 2023 Residents are being invited to a drop-in session to find out more about the final phase of a £1.1million project to improve pedestrian and cycling facilities along Beverley Road. The session will be held at Beverley Road Baths on Wednesday 12 July, from 10am-7pm, and will provide an opportunity for people to view the plans […] Read more News Regeneration Beverley Road bathsCouncillor Mark IeronimoGetting Building FundHull and East Yorkshire LEPPBS ConstructionQueens RoadSculcoates Lane
Funding boost for musicians and creatives in Hull 7th July 2023 Hull City Council is supporting musicians and creative people in the city via two new projects. The two-year industry development programmes are focussed on the creative industry and the music industry. The programmes are funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), after successful bidding by Hull City Council. The UKSPF is a key part […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Cllr Paul Drake DavisCouncillor mike rossCouncillor Rob PritchardcreativecultureMusicUKSPF
Cabinet to be updated on Hull’s Levelling Up Partnership progress 7th July 2023 Hull has been selected as one of 20 places in the government’s move to create Levelling Up Partnerships. The opportunity for Hull to enter this partnership will be considered by the council’s July Cabinet, as well as scrutinised by the Economy and Environment Scrutiny commission. The partnership would see the city being part of a […] Read more News Regeneration CabinetCllr Paul Drake DavisLevelling Up
Resurfacing works will begin on two Hull streets this summer 7th July 2023 Argyle Street and Stanley Street will undergo improvements to provide a smooth ride for road users. The works are needed due to the carriageway deteriorating and it will provide a safe and skid resistant surface. They are scheduled to begin on Monday 10th July and are expected to take around one week to complete. Resurfacing […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Mark IeronimoCR Reynolds Ltdroad closures
Strategic skills hub plans to go to Cabinet 6th July 2023 Proposals to create a strategic skills hub for Hull and East Riding will be shared with Hull City Council’s Cabinet. In the plans, the hub would maintain core staff and focus on the future skills needs of employers. It is anticipated that this could see benefits for the business community and employees across the whole […] Read more Business News CabinetCllr Mike RossLEPStrategic Skills Hub
Cabinet asked to agree to Devolution talks 6th July 2023 Hull City Council’s Cabinet will later this month be asked to endorse plans to formally progress with devolution for Hull and the East Riding. Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire Councils were named in the first wave of potential devolution deals when the Levelling Up White Paper was launched in February 2022. The Minister for […] Read more Civic News CabinetCllr Mike RossDevolution
