Could you give the gift of reading this Christmas? 1st December 2020 As the festive season arrives, Hull City Council is asking residents to consider if they could give the gift of reading to a child in the city. The Dolly Parton Imagination Library scheme launched in September, and provides a free book each month to two year olds in Hull. It is hoped that through donations […] Read more Children and families Coronavirus Education and Learning News Councillor Peter ClarkDolly Parton Imagination Library
Joint statement on Covid-19 testing released by region’s councils 27th November 2020 A joint statement has been released by the Directors of Public Health for East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Hull City Council, North Lincolnshire Council and North East Lincolnshire Council. Here is the statement in full: “As part of our continuing wide-ranging strategy to suppress the spread of COVID-19 and quickly control any outbreaks, Humber area […] Read more News COVID-19East Riding of Yorkshire CouncilHull City CouncilNorth East Lincolnshire CouncilNorth Lincolnshire Council
Have your say on safer cycling measures in Hessle Road 27th November 2020 Plans to install safer cycling routes in Hessle Road can now be viewed online. The work involves improving existing cycle lane infrastructure between Brighton Street and Priory Park roundabout. The proposed scheme will also incorporate slightly wider cycle lanes and introduce flexible bollards in some sections of the road, to provide physical segregation between cyclists […] Read more News Transport & Streets CommonplaceCouncillor Daren HaleCycle lanesDepartment for TransportHessle Road
Hull’s Bradbury House to be named after Lillian Bilocca 27th November 2020 Hull City Council has confirmed the new name of Bradbury House will be Lil Bilocca House. The local authority agreed to buy the building in Porter Street, Hull, in June. It had been used as the headquarters of charity Age UK Hull since it was built in 2001. The building will be named after Lillian […] Read more Business News Regeneration Age UKBradbury HouseHeadscarf RevolutionariesLillian Bilocca
Families with children under age four can apply for Healthy Start vouchers 27th November 2020 Parents and carers of young children may be entitled to receive Healthy Start vouchers. The Healthy Start scheme provides up to £24.80 a month per child under the age of one, and £12.40 per child aged between one and four years. The vouchers can be used for fresh or frozen fruit and vegetables, as well […] Read more Children and families Coronavirus News Healthy Start
Sculcoates Bridge remains open to pedestrians only 27th November 2020 Following a further inspection of Sculcoates Bridge last week, a decision has been made to limit access to pedestrians only. Access for pedestrians will be available on the north footpath only, with cyclists having to dismount before crossing the bridge. Councillor Daren Hale, portfolio holder for economic investment, regeneration and planning, said: “We commissioned a […] Read more News Transport & Streets BridgesChapman StreetCouncillor Daren HaleSculcoates Bridge
Warning as Tier 3 to replace national restrictions 26th November 2020 It has been confirmed that Hull will enter tier 3 of coronavirus restrictions, the highest level, when current national measures end on Wednesday December 2. Whilst the situation is improving, with the infection rate dropping from a peak of 785 cases per 100,000 of the population on November 16, when it was the highest in […] Read more Coronavirus News Public Health Councillor Stephen BradyCOVID-19Hull Tier 3tier system
Search for company to move thousands of priceless maritime objects gets underway 26th November 2020 The Hull Maritime project is looking for a specialist company to safely pack, transport, store and then return tens of thousands of fragile and significant maritime objects ahead of a £12m refurbishment of the Hull Maritime Museum. The museum’s rich collection ranging from small fragile objects, an internationally significant scrimshaw collection, to large industrial objects […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News Councillor Daren HaleHull Maritime ProjectNational Lottery Heritage Fund
Warning as 15 people fined £400 for fly-tipping in Hull 26th November 2020 Hull residents are being warned that enforcement action will be taken against those found dumping waste illegally. It follows fines of £400 being issued to 15 people in the city under section 33 Environmental Protection Act 1990 after evidence of fly-tipping was obtained by the council’s environmental enforcement officers. People are being encouraged to use […] Read more News Transport & Streets Waste Cllr Anita HarrisonFly-tippinghousehold waste
Artists team up with Hull Museums for special Christmas treat 25th November 2020 Hull Museums is celebrating the run-up to Christmas with a special digital advent calendar. Hull Museums has teamed up with local artists and the Herd Theatre Company to create a digital advent calendar, packed full of fun and exciting treats inspired by its collections. The calendar will be shared on social media every day from […] Read more Education and Learning Ferens Leisure & Culture Museums News What's on Councillor Marjorie BrabazonHull MuseumsHumber Museums Partnership
White Ribbon Day calls for people to never commit violence against women 25th November 2020 Today is international White Ribbon Day – a day where every year thousands of people stand up, speak out and say no to violence against women and girls. In Hull, agencies across the city will be actively participating and speaking out, including youth services, schools, youth parliament and the voluntary sector, who are recruiting White […] Read more Children and families Coronavirus News #hullyoungpeoplesaynoHull Domestic Abuse PartnershipStrength to ChangeWhite Ribbon DayWhite Ribbon pledge
Phased work continues in Holderness Road 24th November 2020 Essential repair work has started between the Railway Bridge and Jalland Street. The work is taking place from 7pm – 6am until Monday 30 November, and temporary traffic signals are in place so that two-way traffic is maintained. The work will be spilt into the following phases: Phase Date Section 1 Monday 23 November Inbound […] Read more News Transport & Streets Holderness RoadJalland StreetRailway BridgeRoadworks
