Flashback to 1920s Hull as the Time Ball drops for first time in 100 years 29th June 2023 The Time Ball, a historic landmark that was once used to help ships navigate the Humber Estuary, is back in action today after 100 years. The ball, which is located on top of the Guildhall clock tower, is 196ft (60m) above ground level and was installed between 1915 -1916. It was used to signal the […] Read more News Guildhall Time BallHistoryHull City CouncilHull Maritime MuseumHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City
Work to repair roads in Hull will begin next week 29th June 2023 Roads across Hull are scheduled to receive surface dressing next week. Hull City Council will begin surface dressing several roads across the city on Monday 3 July, with work due to be complete on Thursday 17 July, weather permitting. In total, 10 roads will be resurfaced which will require road closures, diversion routes and over-night […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Mark IeronimoOne Network
Job vacancies at Hull City Council – 29 June 29th June 2023 Check out the latest job vacancies at Hull City Council this week. Read more Business Council Government and Democracy News Regeneration JobsRecruitment
Free annual leisure membership for Hull judo champion 26th June 2023 A reigning national judo champion is being given free access to Hull’s public leisure facilities, after being identified as a potential future world-class competitor. Gracie Wilson, 16, will benefit as part of the Talented Athlete Scheme from Hull Culture and Leisure. The scheme is designed to help gifted sports people who are gaining recognition from […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Sport Councillor Rob PritchardHull Culture and LeisureJudo
First look at Freedom Festival 2023 26th June 2023 Freedom Festival Arts Trust has unveiled key dates for their highly anticipated summer festival, and offered a sneak preview of the incredible artists set to use the city as a stage from August 30 until September 3. Renowned for its world-class reputation regionally and all across the UK and Europe, Hull’s Freedom Festival returns in […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Freedom FestivalFreedom Festival 2023Freedom Festival Arts Trust
Find out more about Spring Bank Conservation Area Regeneration Project 26th June 2023 Residents and business and property owners are invited to find out more about Spring Bank Conservation Area Regeneration Project. Spring Bank Conservation Area is characterised by an eclectic mix of residential, retail, hospitality, office and community spaces, as well as its Victorian architecture. It has been identified as being a vulnerable conservation area due to […] Read more News Regeneration Cllr Paul Drake DavisHistoric EnglandSpring Bank Conservation Area
Cabinet to consider road safety changes in Old Town area 23rd June 2023 Hull City Council’s Cabinet will next month consider plans to adopt new road safety measures for the Old Town area of the city centre. This is in response to a request from the city’s coroner after Rebecca Kirby tragically died after being struck by a car when crossing Lowgate on the evening of 27 August 2021. Based […] Read more News Transport & Streets CabinetCouncillor Mark IeronimoOld Town
Weekly roadworks update – 23 June 23rd June 2023 Here is the latest breakdown of roadworks 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
Hull’s biggest street festival returns 23rd June 2023 Hull’s biggest free street festival is to return, boosted by a donation from the Leader of Hull City Council. The Vista Festival will take place on Princes Avenue on Saturday 8 July, from 3:00pm to 9:30pm. Thousands will be entertained by live music, art installations and street entertainment, while food outlets will offer dishes from […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Councillor mike rossVista Festival
Job vacancies at Hull City Council – 23 June 23rd June 2023 Want to make a difference in Hull? Join our team of passionate people and work on local projects that matter. Check out the latest job vacancies at Hull City Council this week: Facility Assistant Salary details: £20441 – £20441 (pro-rata) Closing date: 27 June 2023 Trinity Market is looking for a casual Facilities Assistant to keep the […] Read more Business Council Government and Democracy News JobsRecruitment
NEXT STEPS FOR HULL’S BANKSY: Trinity Market contender for permanent accessible location 22nd June 2023 Hull City Council is currently considering a permanent location for the Banksy artwork ‘Draw the Raised Bridge’ with Trinity Market a possible option. The mural was confirmed as a Banksy when it first appeared in January 2018 on the permanently raised Scott Street bridge. The bridge was already due to be dismantled, because of the […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Arts and cultureBanksyHumber Street GalleryScott Street BridgeTrinity Market
Devolution for East Riding and Hull takes new step – joint statement from East Riding of Yorkshire Council and Hull City Council 21st June 2023 The leaders of East Riding of Yorkshire Council and Hull City Council have agreed to hold talks with the government to look at the option of an elected mayor as part of a new devolution deal. A combined authority deal would involve the two councils working together on strategic issues such as economic investment and […] Read more Civic Council Government and Democracy News Cllr Mike RossDevolution
