Hull recognised for work tackling fly-tipping following 59 successful prosecutions 28th January 2020 Hull has been recognised for the work it does to reduce waste crime and fly-tipping. Hull City Council was awarded for its work in carrying out successful prosecutions in relation to fly-tipping offences across the city by the Yorkshire and Humber Environmental Enforcement Group (YEEG). In 2018-2019 the local authority issued 82 fixed penalty notices […] Read more News Waste
8-metre floating lighthouse lands in Prince’s Dock ahead of captivating three-day event 28th January 2020 An 8-metre floating lighthouse has landed in Prince’s Dock ahead of Navigate, a captivating three-day sound and light event opening in Hull city centre this Thursday (30 January). The lighthouse, Oracle, will float in the dock and show the superstitions and importance placed on the weather and what it holds for the fortunes of those […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime CityKazimierNavigateOracle
The hub helping people overcome alcohol problems 28th January 2020 A community facility dedicated to supporting people with alcohol problems has reopened following a £133,000 refurbishment. The Bransholme Alcohol Hub – which is based near North Point Shopping Centre but can be used by people living anywhere in Hull – has undergone a series of improvements. The IT suite has been updated and a dedicated […] Read more Adult social care Health and Social Care News Public Health Bransholme Alcohol HubCouncillor Gwen LunnReNew
Historic Hull fountains set for makeover 28th January 2020 Hull’s historic Rose Bowl Fountains are set for a makeover that will see them returned to their former glory. The fountains, built in 1935, are being restored as part of the £4.3m Queens Gardens refurbishment. They were once said to be the largest illuminated fountains in the country. They were designed as a corresponding feature […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleQueens GardensRose Bowl
Wuhan Novel Coronavirus: what Hull needs to know 28th January 2020 The country’s leading health authority, Public Health England (PHE), has issued advice for anyone who could have come into contact with the Wuhan Novel Coronavirus. While there have so far been no UK cases and the risk to the UK population is considered ‘low’, it is important for anyone who has recently travelled to Wuhan […] Read more Coronavirus News Public Health CoronavirusPublic Health EnglandWuhan Novel Coronavirus
Pictures: New-look Ennerdale Leisure Centre reopens to public 27th January 2020 Ennerdale Leisure Centre is ready to reopen to the public after a £2m makeover. The facility will reopen next week after closing last summer for a major refurbishment. Doors will open at 9am Tuesday 28 January when visitors will be greeted with a new modern reception and cafe entrance, updated changing facilities and new disabled […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Councillor Dave CrakerCouncillor Marjorie BrabazonEnnerdaleHull City CouncilHull Culture and Leisure
Have your say on multi-million pound Whitefriargate regeneration 27th January 2020 Proposals for the regeneration of Whitefriargate are to go on display to the public as part of a six-week consultation. The new concept designs, providing visual guidance on how shop frontages could be transformed, were approved by the council’s planning committee last week. Cabinet approved the six-week consultation this morning (Monday 27 January). The concept […] Read more Business News Planning Regeneration Hull Old TownWhitefriargate
Hull school named among country’s best for A-level progress 27th January 2020 Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC) has been named as one of the best schools in the country for progress made by A-level students. New league tables released by the Department for Education show Hull’s employer-led school is ranked 15th for all schools and colleges in England, including fee-paying independent schools, for the progress made […] Read more Business Education and Learning News Regeneration Ron Dearing UTC
Let there be light! Hull to host captivating outdoor event 27th January 2020 Hull city centre will be lit up this week with a spectacular three-day event celebrating the city’s rich maritime heritage. Navigate, featuring mesmerising sculptures and outdoor exhibits from the acclaimed Kazimier team, will celebrate the start of the Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City project and take place from Thursday 30 January to Saturday 1 February from […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Councillor Daren HaleCouncillor Dave CrakerKazimierNavigateOutdoor event
Hull City Council’s new enforcement policy for private landlords to be introduced 24th January 2020 Hull City Council is set to launch a new approach to enforcing safety standards in private sector rental properties in the city. Legal proceedings brought by the Humber Landlords Association have now been settled on agreed terms with the council. The council’s new Private Housing Enforcement Policy, agreed by its Cabinet in 2018, will be […] Read more Housing News Councillor John BlackHull City CouncilHumber Landlords Association
Video: First look at floating lighthouse heading to Hull city centre next week 24th January 2020 An eight-metre tall floating lighthouse is on its way to Hull next week. Oracle will form part of Navigate, a three-day light and sound event taking place from Thursday 30 January until Saturday 1 February. The incredible structure has been designed and built by Kazimier Productions in Liverpool, where it has been getting its final […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Councillor Dave CrakerNavigateOracle
5 ways to beat the traffic in Hull 23rd January 2020 Motorists across Hull may have noticed a marked increase in traffic across the city as crucial works take place to repair road surfaces, build flood defences and install a multi-million pound footbridge. Utility companies are also now carrying out vital repairs to ensure people have access to water, gas and electricity. That means delays to […] Read more News Transport & Streets Car shareCyclingTrainstransportWalking
