Keep your drinking under control during coronavirus 13th May 2020 Health experts have urged people in Hull not to let drinking become a daily activity as Government restrictions relating to the coronavirus pandemic continue. Drinking alcohol in excess can suppress the immune system, lower mood and increase the risk of a range of health problems. With pubs and bars closed for the foreseeable future, national […] Read more Coronavirus News Public Health Alcohol abuseDays Off appDrugs and alcoholPublic Health England
Work to improve roads in Hull will begin in summer 13th May 2020 Plans to carry out roadworks across Hull are still ongoing. Work behind the scenes to plan and implement road improvement schemes have been under way to take advantage of the reduced number of vehicles on the city’s highway network. Improvement works to the north and south roundabouts in Mount Pleasant, Holderness Road, Great Union Street, […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets Councillor Daren HaleEndike LaneGreenwood AvenueHessle RoadHolderness RoadMount PleasantPembroke GroveRoadworks
Thousands of litres of water to be flushed through Hull city centre 13th May 2020 Almost 7,000 litres of water will be flushed through Hull city centre as part of a programme to cleanse its streets. Disinfectant will also be sprayed on shop fronts and street furniture in Queen Victoria Square and Jameson Street. The cleaning trial will also take part in Elmbridge Parade shop fronts in Annandale Road, east […] Read more Coronavirus Environment News Councillor Anita HarrisonCOVID-19Disinfectant
Hull care leaver says social worker changed his life 13th May 2020 A care leaver from Hull shares his story to inspire other children and young people in care. Read more Children and families News Opinion Care Leavers
Hull experiences cycling renaissance as residents opt for greener travel 12th May 2020 Residents in Hull are choosing to cycle more as traffic levels remain low across the city. Many residents are opting to use a greener form of travel as part of their daily exercise routine or to get to and from work as the lockdown eases. In February 2020, Hull City Council developed a 10-year cycling […] Read more Environment News Public Health Regeneration Transport & Streets Councillor Daren HaleCyclingLCWIPStoneferry Corridor
How Hull businesses are helping to protect key workers 12th May 2020 Businesses in Hull are pulling together to protect key workers during the coronavirus pandemic. The city’s companies are donating equipment and vital funds to support frontline staff. Hull City Council put a call out for donations of protective equipment (PPE) to be distributed among workers in areas such as adult social care. The local authority […] Read more Business Coronavirus News Public Health Regeneration PPE
Emergency food safety powers used to close three Hull takeaways 12th May 2020 Emergency powers have been used to close three Hull food businesses because of serious concerns about food safety. Environmental Health officers from Hull City Council used Hygiene Emergency Prohibition Notices (HEPN) after inspections revealed a series of problems at Kurdistan Restaurant at 181-183 Spring Bank, Kurdistan Grill House at 214 Spring Bank and Raj Spice […] Read more News Public Health Environmental Health
Hull youth enterprise project appealing for business mentors 12th May 2020 A pioneering youth enterprise project in Hull is appealing for more business mentors to help the city’s young entrepreneurs through the coronavirus pandemic. Hull City Council’s Youth Enterprise Team is working with 225 young people aged 16 to 29 who are current or former participants of the Making Changes for Careers or John Cracknell Youth […] Read more Business News Regeneration John Cracknell Youth Enterprise BankMaking Changes for Careers
Campaign launches to help safeguard Hull’s most vulnerable children 12th May 2020 A campaign has been launched by Hull City Council to encourage residents to share concerns about potentially vulnerable children and young people in their community. The campaign, which is supported by the NSPCC, is called “Worried about a child in your neighbourhood?”. It will raise awareness of how residents can play their part and highlight […] Read more Children and families News Councillor Peter ClarkNSPCC
Submit your Hull Fair memories for this online exhibition 11th May 2020 An appeal for memories of Hull Fair is being made ahead of the launch of an online exhibition. Residents are being asked to contribute with photographs, stories and artwork from memorable visits to this highlight of Hull’s calendar. Hull Museums has commissioned Hull writer Russ Litten and filmmakers Nova Studios to make a video about […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News Hull FairHull Museums
Gardening competition in Hull to go ahead under new rules 11th May 2020 Green-fingered Hull City Council tenants are readying their gardens for the local authority’s annual garden competition. The competition for council tenants has been tweaked to abide by social distancing rules while judging. And with Covid-19 restricting many to homes and gardens, a bumper entry is expected. This year, entrants will be invited to post pictures of […] Read more Coronavirus Housing News GardeningTenant Participation Team
Tips for families to help with good family relationships 11th May 2020 Relationship Matters is a new partnership between Hull City Council and 14 other local authorities across Yorkshire and the Humber which are getting together to support families. A new website is being launched to offer families information, tips and advice during the coronavirus pandemic. The Relationship Matters website provides tips, information and help to stay […] Read more Children and families News Relationship Matters
