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View article East Park gates reopen as part of major park improvements

East Park gates reopen as part of major park improvements

Significant improvement works to enhance accessibility at East Park have been completed, including the reopening on the main park gates on Holderness Road. East Park now features additional parking spaces, including accessible spaces, a new footpath, new signs and lines for a new road layout with a one-way system and added speed tables.  Tactile paving, […]

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View article Residents urged to dispose of litter responsibly to avoid prosecution  

Residents urged to dispose of litter responsibly to avoid prosecution  

Hull City Council is urging residents to dispose of their litter responsibly following the recent prosecution of four individuals who failed to pay fixed penalty notices for littering.   The individuals each received criminal records and in total were ordered to pay £1,158 in fines and costs – an average of £289 per person.    The offences […]

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View article Love Your Street: Community garden blossoms on Melbourne Street

Love Your Street: Community garden blossoms on Melbourne Street

A once-neglected patch of land on Melbourne Street has been transformed into a vibrant community garden, thanks to the dedication of local resident Maria Pearce and a team of volunteers.  Since February 2025, Maria has worked tirelessly to bring the space to life – laying grass seed, planting trees and flowers, and creating a colourful […]

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View article Hull’s Young MPs help set direction for UK Youth Parliament

Hull’s Young MPs help set direction for UK Youth Parliament

Two young people from Hull have represented the city at the annual conference of the UK Youth Parliament. The event at Sussex University in Brighton brought together Members of Youth Parliament (MYPs) from across the UK to discuss issues related to young people, as they seek to shape public policy. It provided an opportunity for […]

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View article Cabinet approves new Repairs and Maintenance Policy

Cabinet approves new Repairs and Maintenance Policy

Senior councillors have approved a Repairs and Maintenance Policy which formally provides clarity and accountability for tenants and Hull City Council as their landlord. Whilst the policy continues existing and established Hull City Council practices and processes reflective of those detailed within the standard Tenancy Agreement, it will be kept under review, with several changes […]

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View article Hull gears up for Coldplay: Free cycle parking boosts sustainable gig for one of the world’s biggest bands

Hull gears up for Coldplay: Free cycle parking boosts sustainable gig for one of the world’s biggest bands

Free and secure cycle parking for up to 250 bikes will be offered for anyone lucky enough to have bagged Coldplay tickets at Sewell Group Craven Park next month. Working together with local charity R-evolution, people cycling will have the opportunity to leave their bikes at Soccer Sensations on route to the gig, next door […]

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View article Hull tops the table for cycle training for children in England

Hull tops the table for cycle training for children in England

Hull has been unveiled as the country’s top location for the delivery of cycle training to children, according to new figures from The Bikeability Trust. Between April 2024 and March 2025, 99% of Year 6 pupils in the city received either Level 1 and 2 or Level 2 Bikeability training (3,361 children, in total), putting […]

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View article Build begins at memorial garden as consultation feedback revealed

Build begins at memorial garden as consultation feedback revealed

Following a consultation earlier this year, Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council can confirm the final plans for memorial gardens to remember those affected by an incident at a funeral home will include a free offer of a named plaque, extra seating and bird baths. Construction has begun at the chosen site […]

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View article August bus fare discount for families and groups travelling in Hull

August bus fare discount for families and groups travelling in Hull

The Hull Bus Alliance is encouraging families and groups of friends to travel by bus this August and save money with the launch of a discounted fare. Stagecoach East Midlands and East Yorkshire Buses will be offering the Hull Card Group ticket for just £11, perfect for days out or for those attending the range […]

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View article Campaign encourages people to ‘share the road’ this summer

Campaign encourages people to ‘share the road’ this summer

People across the city are being urged to look out for one another over the busy summer months as part of a safety campaign to encourage motorists, people cycling, pedestrians and members of the travelling public to share the road responsibly. The ‘Share the Road’ campaign will cover several themes, including – The campaign will […]

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View article Grant funding available to continue city centre regeneration

Grant funding available to continue city centre regeneration

Hull City Council’s ongoing commitment to regenerating Hull city centre has been demonstrated by the relaunch of a grant scheme, aimed at bringing vacant property back into use and supporting new jobs. The council was awarded £19.5m of government funding in November 2021 to ‘level up’ the city centre, of which £7.5m was allocated to […]

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