Public invited to take a trip into Hull’s captivating history 25th May 2021 Hullensians, archaeologists and history enthusiasts are invited to meet the people behind the city’s biggest ever archaeological dig. The experienced team of archaeologists working at the Trinity Burial Ground, as part of Highways England’s A63 Castle Street improvement scheme, are holding a free virtual event where the fascinating history of Hull’s population will be revealed. […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets Historic EnglandHull MinisterHumber Archaeology PartnershipHumber Field ArchaeologyNational HighwaysOxford ArchaeologyTransport for the NorthTrinity Burial Ground
Coronavirus testing is coming to you 25th May 2021 From today, (Tuesday May 25), getting a no-symptom Coronavirus test in Hull is as quick and easy as popping to the shops. Testing in the city is going mobile this week, with a van and pop-up unit letting people test as they go about their daily routine. People can choose to have their test done […] Read more Coronavirus News Public Health
Newington Primary expansion works begin 24th May 2021 Works to expand Newington Primary Academy have begun today. A two-classroom modular unit and a Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) is being built to enable the school to increase the intake of pupils. The school currently has a capacity of 350 pupils, and this will increase to 420 once the additional classrooms have been built. The […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Councillor Shane McMurrayNewington Primary AcademySchools investment
Council receives £1m to enhance key maritime heritage site 24th May 2021 Further exploration works on an ancient blockhouse in Hull, commissioned by Henry VIII, are set to take place thanks to a successful funding bid. Hull City Council has been awarded the first phase of £1m of funding from Highways England to deliver a programme of archaeological works to conserve and tell the story of a […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Ancient blockhouseHull Maritime ProjectNational HighwaysSouth Blockhouse
Roadworks taking place in Hull 21st May 2021 Hull is in the midst of a huge transformation to its transport system, with major works taking place across the city, including the A63, Stoneferry Corridor and ongoing utility repairs to vital gas, water and electric supplies. Once complete, the upgrades will offer improved transport infrastructure for motorists, cyclist and pedestrians. Motorists are advised to […] Read more News Transport & Streets National HighwaysNorthern Gas NetworksNorthern PowergridOne NetworkYorkshire Water
Natural woodland in Hull to be preserved by Hull City Council 21st May 2021 Hull City Council has taken over ownership of an area of natural woodland in the city to preserve its beauty and enhance accessibility for residents. The local authority has completed the transfer of the woodland in the city’s Southcoates Ward, next to the former Withernsea-to-Hull rail line, from owners Associated British Ports (ABP). Known as […] Read more Community and Living Environment News Regeneration ABPSouthcoates WardThe LozengeYouth in Nature
Appointment of new leader and cabinet confirmed for Hull City Council 20th May 2021 The new leader of Hull City Council and cabinet has been formally agreed at today’s full council meeting. Councillor Daren Hale was elected as leader earlier this week by the ruling Labour group, which has been ratified today. Councillor Hester Bridges has taken up the deputy seat, and will remain chair of Health & Wellbeing […] Read more Council Government and Democracy News 2021CabinetCouncil LeaderCouncillor Daren HaleCouncillor Hester BridgesFull Councilnewportfolio holders
Work to improve west Hull roads begin next week 20th May 2021 Planned works to improve the poor condition of Cottingham Road will begin next week. The scheme is taking place to improve the deteriorating road surface and specialists will also be investigating the sunken road surface at the junction with Cranbrook Avenue. The work will start on Monday 24 May and take place in three phases […] Read more News Transport & Streets Cottingham RoadCranbrook AvenueMadeley StreetOne NetworkRawlings Way
Trinity Market is full – for the first time in its 117-year history 20th May 2021 Hull’s Trinity Market, home to a range of independent and creative businesses, is at full capacity for the first time in its 117-year history. Trinity Indoor Market has provided local produce from independent traders for more than a hundred years. The historic market has changed significantly over the years. Butchers with sawdust on the floor […] Read more Business Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleNational Market Traders FederationTrinity Market
£1.2m Hull Arena revamp to begin as contract awarded to UK specialist 19th May 2021 Update: The overall budget for the Hull Arena works now stands at about £1.45m following a recent decision record. Learn more here. Hull City Council has agreed to hire a UK specialist to lead the £1.2 revamp of the Hull Arena. The local authority has awarded contracts to Ice Tech UK for a new ice […] Read more Ice Arena Leisure & Culture News Albion SquareCouncillor Daren HaleHull ArenaHull Ice Arena
Vaccines, virus control and variants: video advice from Hull’s head of public health 19th May 2021 In a video message, Hull City Council’s Director of Public Health, has said while this is an ‘exciting time’, as restrictions ease, we are not yet ‘out of the woods’. Julia Weldon urged everyone in the city to continue to follow all remaining restrictions and to get the vaccine when offered it. Speaking in the […] Read more Coronavirus News Public Health
Council scheme kick starts Hull entrepreneurs’ big ambitions 19th May 2021 A young Hull entrepreneur is aiming to transform his fast-growing business with the Kickstart scheme – taking his company from just four to 35 employees overnight. Entertainment news business unCrazed is working with Hull City Council to recruit 31 young people through Kickstart as it embarks on an ambitious expansion strategy. Kallum Green founded the […] Read more News Business supportEmploymentJobsKickstart
