Historic whale skeleton attracts national attention 11th November 2020 The dismantling of the 40ft North Atlantic right whale skeleton captured the imagination of many and was featured in the national media. Work to dismantle the 168 bones of the North Atlantic right whale skeleton took whale conservator, Nigel Larkin, five days to complete and transport to his workshop in Shropshire. Now, the eight marine […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News Hull Maritime MuseumHull Maritime ProjectHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City
Sculcoates Bridge closed for essential repair work 11th November 2020 Sculcoates Bridge will be closed to cyclists and pedestrians for three days next week. The bridge in Chapman Street is already closed to motorists, however in order for some essential maintenance work to be carried out, the bridge will close to everyone. The closure will take place from Tuesday 17 – Thursday 19 November. The […] Read more News Transport & Streets BridgesChapman StreetSculcoates Bridge
Hull’s Armistice Day service to be streamed live 10th November 2020 A service to mark Armistice Day will be broadcast live online tomorrow morning. The small event at Hull’s Cenotaph will be shown on the council’s YouTube channel and will also be available to view on the news Facebook and Twitter accounts. Starting at 10.50am, the 15 minute service will be introduced by Rev. John Hotchin […] Read more Civic News What's on Armistice DaycenotaphCouncillor Steve WilsonLord Mayor
Popular trail in Hull’s Victoria Dock to reopen 10th November 2020 A popular section of footpath in Hull’s Victoria Dock is reopening this week. The route which forms part of the Trans Pennine Trail is re-opening after an upgrade to flood defences on Hull’s Victoria Dock Village western frontage. The majority of the path will open this week so that people can walk along the estuary […] Read more News Regeneration Environment AgencyFlood defenceHumber Hull Frontage SchemeVictoria Dock
Trading Standards teams saved businesses £400m last year 10th November 2020 A new report, from the Association of Chief Trading Standards Officers (ACTSO), has found that local Trading Standards teams prevented £400m in consumer and business detriment in 2019/20, seized more than 5.4 million of unsafe or non-compliant products, supported 21,000 scam victims and prosecuted over 1,400 criminals. Councillor Mike Thompson, portfolio holder for public protection […] Read more News Councillor Mike ThompsonTrading Standards
Hull’s rising covid rates: act now, urges health lead 9th November 2020 An urgent plea has been issued by Hull City Council’s Director of Public Health, as Coronavirus rates and hospital admissions rocket. The official Public Health England (PHE) seven-day rate for the city (October 29 to November 4) has reached 630.9 per 100,000, with 315 new cases yesterday. The figure is now double that of England […] Read more Coronavirus News Public Health Coronavirushull covid rateHull lockdownlockdownnhs capacityratesrestrictions
‘Zombie’ batteries blamed for hundreds of fires every year 9th November 2020 Residents in Hull are being urged to dispose of their batteries in a responsible way. The reminder comes after a number of unintended fires in waste collections and at local household waste recycling centres (HWRCs) have been caused by carelessly discarded dead batteries. Dead batteries thrown away with other waste and recycling, often referred to […] Read more News Waste Bring Back Heavy MetalCouncillor Anita HarrisonEnvironmental Services AssociationHWRCTake ChargeZombie batteries
Upgrade to key route in Ferensway begins today 9th November 2020 Work to improve traffic flow in Ferensway will begin today. As part of the ongoing work to transform the A63, work to improve traffic signals at the Ferensway and Osborne Street junction will start from Monday 9 November. A separate right-hand turn will be installed at the northbound approach, with the offside lane becoming a […] Read more News Transport & Streets A63Councillor Daren HaleFerenswayNational Highways
Coronavirus: Hull mobile testing unit locations this week 8th November 2020 A mobile testing unit has been deployed to different areas around the region to make it easier for people to get tested for coronavirus closer to home. The mobile testing unit moves around the region offering testing strictly by appointment only. It is important that through lockdown people continue to get tested for coronavirus if […] Read more Coronavirus News Public Health Hull mobile testing unit
Hull’s library service is remaining open during lockdown 6th November 2020 Hull’s library service is continuing to operate during lockdown, however services are limited due to the new government legislation. The following services are remaining open, but strictly by appointment only – Select and Collect Computer access – for essential use only Bus passes – these will be processed over the phone where possible Parking permits […] Read more Education and Learning Leisure & Culture Libraries News Councillor Marjorie BrabazonHull Libraries
November is Make Your Mark month 6th November 2020 Make Your Mark is an opportunity for 11-18 year olds across the UK to have their say and begin their democratic journey by voting on the policies they want to introduce or change. The issues that are voted for will be debated by Members of Youth Parliament. They will campaign to influence the UK Parliament and their […] Read more Children and families Community and Living Coronavirus Council Government and Democracy News Councillor Peter ClarkMake Your MarkUK Youth Parliament
Children’s Centres continue to support families in Hull 6th November 2020 Children’s centres in Hull are to remain open for support and advice for families. Support will be available from Monday to Friday, either over the phone or by arranging an appointment to visit the centres, and if assessed as safe in the family’s home. All buildings have a risk assessment in place, and anyone coming […] Read more Children and families Coronavirus News birth registrationChildren's centresCouncillor Peter ClarkFareShareLookLook Say Sing Playmidwifery clinicsSolihull online parenting guidesUs Mums
