Beverley Road purchase paves way for flats plan 19th December 2025 Turning offices into homes could provide a boost to Hull’s social housing, as Hull City Council takes steps to buy a prominent Beverley Road property. The council is working on plans to convert the building – 337-341 Beverley Road – into 16 self-contained flats. It has been the base for Alan Wood & Partners, with […] Read more Housing News Beverley RoadCllr Paul Drake DavisHousingSocial housing
Council starts next phase in redevelopment of Albion Square 18th December 2025 Hull City Council will kick off the next phase of work in the redevelopment of Albion Square – a key regeneration site at the heart of the city centre – in the new year. Read more News Planning Regeneration Albion SquareCllr Paul Drake DavisThree Ships MuralVINCI Construction
‘Remarkable’ school crossing patrol officer retires after 28 years of service 18th December 2025 Hull City Council’s streetscene services recently bid a fond farewell to a much-loved member of staff. Joan Marriott retired in November after an incredible 28 years of service as a school crossing patrol officer, based on Amythest Road. Joan, 88, first joined the council in 1997, taking on the role with pride and an unwavering commitment to the children she served. For over two decades, rain or […] Read more Community and Living News Transport & Streets Councillor Mark Ieronimoretirementschool traffic patrol
Christmas card competition winners announced for 2025 18th December 2025 Hull City Council is excited to reveal the winners of its 2025 Christmas Card Competition, celebrating the creativity of young people across the city. After an enthusiastic response from schools during November’s competition, a panel of judges selected two outstanding designs to form the Council’s official 2025 digital Christmas card. The winning entries will be […] Read more Children and families News ChristmasChristmas card competitionHull City CouncilLord Mayor
Drypool Bridge: Council announces details on next phase of works 18th December 2025 Hull City Council has announced the details for the next phase of works on Drypool Bridge. The bridge will be fully closed to all vehicles and pedestrians for eight weeks from mid-late May 2026, as part of the major repair and strengthening programme. The council, in partnership with local contractors Esh Construction and designers Mason Clark Associates, have been working to fix the […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Mark IeronimoDrypool BridgeEsh Construction LimitedMason Clark Associates
Healthy Holidays winter is here! 17th December 2025 Healthy Holidays Hull is back for Christmas, bringing the usual exciting range of completely free activities for school aged children and young people living in Hull. There is something to suit everyone, including dedicated SEND sessions, throughout the winter break. The fun on offer includes, swimming, sports, arts, dance, musical theatre and so much more. […] Read more News
Council appoints local construction company to futureproof Kingswood roundabouts 17th December 2025 Local construction company, CR Reynolds Ltd, have been appointed to deliver two roundabout schemes in Kingswood. Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets Councillor Mark IeronimoCR Reynolds LtdKingswood AAPKingswood Area Action Plan
New permanent artworks for the Ferens 17th December 2025 The Ferens Art Gallery have two new pieces now on display, purchased following their appearance in the Sirens: Women and the Sea exhibition earlier this year Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture Museums News What's on Abe OdedinaCllr Rob PritchardDrift IceEmma Stibbon RAFerens Art GalleryMadame La Sirene
HEY! Volunteers are VisitEngland Tourism Superstar finalists 2026 16th December 2025 HEY Volunteers will go head to head with nine other finalists to be crowned VisitEngland Tourism Superstar in 2026. Read more Leisure & Culture News Andrew StokesChris BlacksellCllr Nick CoultishCllr Rob PritchardHEY! VolunteersTourism Superstar 2026Visit Hull & East YorkshireVisitEngland
Council CEO joins Humber Freeport Board to spearhead region’s growth ambition 16th December 2025 Matt Jukes, Hull City Council’s Chief Executive is one of several new faces welcomed onto Humber Freeport's Board of Directors. Read more Business News Regeneration Finbarr DowlingHumber FreeportMatt Jukes
Last chance to protect your child from flu 15th December 2025 With flu in the national news and cases high everywhere, including Hull, parents and carers have a final chance to get their child vaccinated. Two catch-up clinics will be held in the coming weeks, with both appointment bookings and walk-ins available. An after-school session takes place this Wednesday (December 17) at The Deep, 3.30pm to […] Read more News
Avoid being fined for fly-tipping this festive season 15th December 2025 Hull City Council is urging residents to make use of the multiple authorised waste schemes and services available this festive season, following four substantial fly-tipping fines. In the separate incidents, the offenders were caught dumping waste in Sutton Street, Spring Bank West, Dover Street, and May Street. Councillor Charles Quinn, portfolio holder for environment, said: […] Read more News Waste bulky collectionsCouncillor Charles QuinnfineFly-tippinghousehold waste and recycling centreReuse shop
