Protecting great nights out, together: New campaign launched to protect Hull nights out and reduce instances of spiking 10th December 2021 A new campaign aims to raise awareness, educate and protect people from the issue of spiking in Hull. Stop Spiking Hull will involve a number of measures, including distribution of preventative measures and working with venues in the city on a pledge focused on maintaining safe drinking environments. Multiple venues have been invited to sign […] Read more News Cllr Aneesa AkbarSafer Hull PartnershipspikingStop Spiking Hull
Hull City Council services remain open following government’s Plan B announcement 10th December 2021 Hull City Council will continue to deliver full services following the government’s latest coronavirus guidance in response to the Omicron variant. The safety of staff and residents will continue to be a priority, with face coverings now required in certain settings. From today, unless you are exempt, you MUST wear a face covering when you […] Read more Coronavirus Customer Services News Councillor Daren HaleFerens Art GalleryHull City Council servicesHull Museums
Coronavirus rule changes – what it means for Hull 10th December 2021 Hull’s public health lead has urged residents to make sure they follow the latest Coronavirus restrictions. The call follows the Government announcement that ‘Plan B’ will be implemented. In an attempt to curb the spread of the new Omicron variant and stem the general rise in cases, several additional measures have been introduced. These include: […] Read more Coronavirus Health and Social Care News Public Health Coronaviruscovid appcovid rulesLFTsomicronplan bregulationsrule change
Weekly roadworks update – December 10 10th December 2021 The Stoneferry Corridor improvement project continues next week, with some changes to previously scheduled works. Surfacing works to Chamberlain Roundabout, which were due to finish on Friday December 10, will now be completed by 6am on Wednesday 15 December. Arrangements for access to Lorraine Street during the closures will remain unaltered. Read our previous story […] Read more News Transport & Streets Hull weekly roadworks updateRoadworksStoneferry Corridor
Stoneferry improvement scheme: Overnight resurfacing in Stoneferry Road and Ferry Lane 10th December 2021 The latest stage of the multimillion-pound Stoneferry improvement scheme will see essential overnight resurfacing work take place in Stoneferry Road and Ferry Lane from Wednesday 15 December. The work is expected to take two nights, but could run into a third night in the event of delays. Road closures will be as follows: Wednesday 15 […] Read more News Transport & Streets RoadworksStoneferry Corridor
Work starts to dismantle Scotch Derrick crane 10th December 2021 Work to dismantle Hull’s last remaining Scotch Derrick crane has got underway. Based at the former North End Shipyard, the task to remove the crane in sections got underway on Thursday 9 December. Specialist engineering contractor, Mona Lifting Limited, has been appointed to dismantle, transport, conserve and rebuild the 18-tonne crane. After preparatory works, the crane […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration
Milestone for active travel scheme as ten schools take up the challenge 9th December 2021 Ten schools in Hull have now signed up to take part in Modeshift STARS, a scheme designed to encourage youngsters to travel actively. The programme offers training to children and young people to develop their confidence and skills to make their journey to school by bicycle. Sirius Academy West is just one of those schools […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Dean KirkFirst Step SportsModeshift STARSSirius Academy West
Further fines for multiple littering offences committed in Hull 9th December 2021 A further 16 people have been convicted of littering offences committed in Hull, with fines and costs amounting to £6,210. The convictions come after individuals failed to pay fixed penalty notices, issued in June of this year and obtained in November. This follows 15 convictions decided by magistrates between April and May 2021, which totalled £5,268. Councillor Rosie […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Rosie NicolaKeep Britain TidyLitterlitter enforcement
Food for fines: Have library fines waived and support local communities this Christmas 8th December 2021 Hull Libraries is using a fines amnesty to support local food banks and charities this Christmas. From December 1 until January 31, anyone returning books, films and other library materials will have their library fines waived. In return, Hull Libraries is asking users to donate food, toys and toiletries that will then be donated to […] Read more Customer Services Education and Learning Leisure & Culture Libraries News Councillor Aneesa AkbarCouncillor Marjorie BrabazonFood for finesHull Libraries
Crafting project sees care home residents across Hull gifted handmade Christmas cards 8th December 2021 People in residential homes and supporting housing facilities across Hull have been treated to a gift of some handcrafted Christmas cards and decorations this festive season. #WeMadeThis are a self-funded community group in Hull who try to make crafting more accessible to people in Hull and the surrounding areas by launching large-scale craft projects that […] Read more Adult social care Christmas News #WeMadeThisadult social careChristmasSocial care
Take care when travelling around this winter 7th December 2021 People in Hull are being urged to take caution when travelling around Hull this winter. The reminder comes as the colder weather and darker nights can reduce visibility. Pedestrians and cyclists are encouraged to wear bright and reflecting clothing and motorists are urged to take caution and ensure their vehicles are winter ready. Hull City […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Dean KirkCycling
Launch of giving page to help protect Hull’s maritime past 6th December 2021 Supporting Hull’s major regeneration project to preserve the city’s rich maritime heritage has never been easier. The Hull Maritime Foundation, an independent charity dedicated to supporting the ambitious plans to celebrate 800 years of maritime history, now has a giving page which supporters of the project can directly make donations to. The £30.3m Hull Maritime […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration