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
The Turner Prize, armed Italian police escorts and thousands of people painting themselves blue all in the name of art – Kirsten Simister looks back on an incredible 17 years as curator at Ferens Art Gallery 24th November 2020 When Kirsten Simister arrived in Hull in 2003 to take up the role of curator at Ferens Art Gallery, she couldn’t have imagined what was in store for both her and her new adopted city. Hull’s rich cultural and artistic landscape has flourished since then, with Ferens Art Gallery itself benefitting from a £5.2m refurbishment […] Read more Feature Ferens Leisure & Culture Museums News Bigger Trees Near WarterDavid HockneyFerens Art GalleryHull UK City of CultureSea of HullSpencer TunickThe Turner PrizeUK City of Culture
ReFresh Hull goes online to support city’s young people 23rd November 2020 Drug and alcohol service Refresh Hull has created a space online to better help the city’s young people. Refresh is a confidential support service that works with young people and families around drugs and alcohol. The service also provides stop-smoking support for under 16s. Staff at ReFresh can support people where they feel comfortable, whether […] Read more Children and families News Drugs and alcoholRefresh Hull
Hull buildings light up green in statement against abuse of vulnerable adults 20th November 2020 Hull buildings have been lit up green tonight to support the safeguarding of vulnerable adults. Buildings in Hull have been illuminated green this evening in a bid to raise awareness of how people can play their part to protect vulnerable adults in the city. As part of Safeguarding Adults Week 2020, people across the county […] Read more Adult social care News Councillor Gwen LunnHull Adult Safeguarding BoardSafeguarding Adults Week
City leaders issue joint statement following Covid-19 emergency talks with Government 20th November 2020 Senior representatives from Hull held a meeting today with the national Covid-19 Task Force, in response to recent letters to the Health Secretary and Prime Minister from Hull’s MPs and the Leader of Hull City Council, requesting more national assistance and support for Hull reflecting the city’s Covid-19 emergency. In a joint statement following the […] Read more Coronavirus Council Government and Democracy News Public Health Councillor Stephen BradyDiana Johnson MPEmma Hardy MPHull covid-19Karl Turner MP
Work to refresh cycle lanes in Beverley Road will begin next week 20th November 2020 Work to refresh the cycle lanes in Beverley Road will begin on Monday 23 November. Work will include rebranding the bus lanes and incorporating visible cycle lanes within the existing road network. Additional signage and green road markings will be installed so that it will connect with the new pop-up cycle lanes installed in Freetown […] Read more News Transport & Streets Beverley RoadCouncillor Daren HaleCycle lanesThe Ashcourt Group
