Extension of grant to help Hull’s rough sleepers 16th April 2021 The Government has confirmed it will extend funding for a Hull City Council initiative to help alleviate rough sleeping in the city. The £110,000 grant from the Government’s Rough Sleeping Initiative provides another three months of funding for an assessment hub in the city where outreach workers assess the needs of rough sleepers and help […] Read more News homelessnessrough sleepers
Northern Gas Networks to undertake essential works on major Hull route 16th April 2021 Major works to improve gas connections in a popular part of the city centre will take place this week. From 12am on Saturday 17 April, Northern Gas Networks (NGN) will be undertaking essential works to repair a 36 metre long gas main in George Street. As a result, a road closure will be in place […] Read more News Transport & Streets George StreetNorth BridgeNorthern Gas NetworksOne Network
Hull City Council statement in response to traffic issues across the city 15th April 2021 Hull City Council statement in response to traffic issues across the city: “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 utility repairs. “The current works are being undertaken by a number of organisations in addition to […] Read more News Regeneration
Summer event to shine light on Hull’s creativity 15th April 2021 A three-day event will take place in Hull this summer celebrating the city’s creativity and culture. Creative Hull, from Absolutely Cultured, will see installations and performances taking place all over the city in disused shops and buildings, outdoor spaces, existing venues and online. The event will take place from 16 – 18 July. Stephen Munn, […] Read more Children and families Leisure & Culture News Theatre What's on Absolutely CulturedCreative HullMiddle Child TheatreStephen Munn
Hull’s Punch Hotel unrecognisable after stylish £140,000 makeover 15th April 2021 A popular Hull city centre pub is unveiling a stylish new look after completing its long-awaited refurbishment. The Punch Hotel in Queen Victoria Square reopened in September 2019 after being taken over by Forrest & Co, which brought plans for a comprehensive makeover. The project was delayed first by bad winter weather and then uncertainty […] Read more Business News Regeneration Forrest & CoHullBIDKathryn ShillitoPunch HotelQueen Victoria Square
Families encouraged to take up free nursery places 15th April 2021 Hull City Council is encouraging parents of pre-school children to take up their child’s free nursery place. All children aged three and four are entitled to 15 hours of free early education a week, and most working families will be eligible for 30 hours per week. The free early education can be at Ofsted registered nurseries, nurseries […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Early educationFamily Information ServiceFree childcare
Statement from Hull City Council 14th April 2021 Hull City Council met earlier this week with the Superstadium Management Company (SMC) to discuss concerns that have been raised about a contractual dispute between the SMC and Hull F.C. Hull F.C. and Hull City A.F.C. are essential to the sporting culture of the city and their future success is very important so the meeting […] Read more News Hull City AFCHull City CouncilHull FCKCOM StadiumSMC
Remember to fill in your Census questionnaire 13th April 2021 Millions of households across England and Wales have already completed their Census 2021, but to avoid a knock at the door from a field officer, residents who have not yet filled in their form are being encouraged to do so. It is vital everyone who hasn’t yet responded does so as soon as possible now […] Read more Community and Living News Census 2021
Support available for businesses in Hull ahead of next stage of roadmap out of lockdown 9th April 2021 On Monday 12 April, the country will reach the next stage of the government’s roadmap out of lockdown, which will see a variety of businesses being allowed to reopen. This will include non-essential retail, such as personal care premises including hairdressers and nail salons, and public buildings, including libraries and community centres. Indoor leisure facilities […] Read more Business Coronavirus News Public Health covid-19 supportNHS COVID-19 appPublic Protection TeamVisit HullVisit Hull and East Yorkshire
Statement from Hull City Council Leader Stephen Brady following the death of Prince Philip 9th April 2021 On behalf of Hull City Council and the people of the city, we would like to express our great sorrow at the news of the death of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. The Duke dedicated his life to public service and carried out his duties across the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and around the […] Read more Civic News Prince PhilipRoyal FamilyStephen Brady
Hull leisure facilities to reopen next week 8th April 2021 Leisure facilities across Hull will reopen next week, as national Covid-19 restrictions begin to ease. Ennerdale and Woodford Leisure Centres, Albert Ave Pools and Costello Stadium will all welcome back users for gym, swim and racquets bookings from Monday 12 April. Outdoor fitness classes will restart, although indoor classes, alongside steam rooms and saunas will […] Read more Ice Arena Leisure & Culture News Sport Albert AveAnimcal Education CentreCostelloEnnerdalereopeningWoodford
Hull’s Customer Service Centres and Citizens Advice to reopen for appointments 8th April 2021 The Wilson Centre, Bransholme and Orchard Park Customer Service Centres will reopen for appointments from Monday (12 April) for residents who are unable to have queries dealt with online or over the phone. Restrictions will be in place allowing a limited number of people into the buildings at any time, with social distancing measures in […] Read more Customer Services News BransholmeCitizens AdviceHull customer service centresOrchard ParkWilson Centre
