West Hull footpath improvement scheme to begin 21st November 2024 A footpath resurfacing and reconstruction programme in west Hull will begin next week. The scheme will cover River Grove, Vincent Close, Datchet Garth, Lulworth Avenue, Lymington Garth and Newington Avenue. Works will be carried out by Wright Civil Engineering Limited and will also cover Boothferry Road on the north side of the carriageway between Belgrave […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets Boothferry RoadCllr Mark IeronimoFootpathsRiver GroveWright Civil Engineering
Hull City Council pays tribute to Lord Prescott 21st November 2024 Hull City Council is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Lord Prescott, who has died at the age of 86. The former Deputy Prime Minister represented the city as the MP for Hull East for 40 years following his election in 1970. In a statement announcing his death, his family said he died […] Read more News Cllr Daren HaleCllr Mike RossGuildhallMatt Jukes
C.R. Reynolds appointed to continue the transformation of Hull’s Queens Gardens 20th November 2024 Hull City Council has today confirmed the appointment of local civil engineering firm, C.R. Reynolds, to continue the extensive refurbishment of Queens Gardens, the city centre’s most iconic green space. Following the successful completion of a package of enabling works, phase one commenced in June 2023 and is nearing completion, marking a significant milestone in […] Read more News Regeneration Cllr Mike RossMaritimeQueens Gardens
Restoration of landmark Hull building unveiled as scaffolding comes down on historic Burton building 20th November 2024 The removal of scaffolding surrounding Hull’s historic Burton building has revealed the restored grandeur of the city’s 1930s landmark. Regeneration specialist Wykeland Group is delivering the major restoration of the art deco building, taking it back to its former glory. Once completed, the building, now called Burton House, will offer 12,700 sq ft of prime […] Read more News Regeneration Burton buildingCllr Paul Drake DavisWykeland
Funding available for warm spaces this winter 20th November 2024 Voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations that work directly with local people in Hull are being encouraged to apply for Affordable Warmth grants to provide warm spaces and other similar initiatives. Short-term grants of up to £7,500 are being offered, via the Household Support Fund (HSF), which is funded by the Department of Work […] Read more Children and families Community and Living News Cllr Jackie DadIdeal Heating
National hotel chain adopts new approach to active and sustainable travel after success in Hull 20th November 2024 A national hotel chain has changed its approach to staff travel planning across the country after enjoying success at its hotel in Hull. Holiday Inn has signed up to the Modeshift STARS Business programme nationwide after its hotel on Hull Marina signed up to the scheme in the city to help encourage and support its […] Read more Business News Regeneration Transport & Streets active travelCouncillor Mark IeronimoHoliday Inn Hull MarinaModeshift STARSsustainable transport
Not Where I Live Week gets underway 19th November 2024 Not Where I Live Week 2024 is underway in Hull. The annual focus shines a spotlight on community issues and provides residents with opportunities to raise and resolve problems. Pop-in sessions, patch walks, drop-in surgeries and more will be taking place in neighbourhoods across the city between now and Friday. Council teams including Neighbourhoods and […] Read more News
HEY Credit Union celebrates 25th birthday at Hull Guildhall 19th November 2024 The Hull and East Yorkshire (HEY) Credit Union has celebrated 25 years of supporting the financial wellbeing of people in Hull and surrounding areas. Founders and early members of the Credit Union joined directors, volunteers and staff at the Guildhall, as they were welcomed by the Lord Mayor, Councillor Mark Collinson. Set up in 1999, […] Read more Civic Community and Living News Cllr Mark CollinsonHEY Credit UnionLord Mayor
Additional park & ride services and fare discount to support Christmas shoppers 19th November 2024 Hull City Council and Stagecoach East Midlands have announced the return of a popular festive park and ride scheme to support Christmas shoppers and boost the local economy in Hull. Through funds allocated by the Department for Transport for the city’s bus service improvement plan, the scheme will run from Thursday 21 November to Sunday […] Read more Christmas News Regeneration Transport & Streets Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP)Christmas lights 2024Councillor Mark IeronimoDepartment for TransportHull Bus AllianceStagecoach East Midlands
Improvements on the way for children and young people in north Hull 19th November 2024 Children, young people and families on Orchard Park will soon be able to access further support thanks to significant investment. Hull City Council is using £525,000 of government funding to enable the refurbishment and expanded use of the former Courts Community building within the grounds of the Parks Family Hub on the estate. The project […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Cllr Linda TockCourts Community buildingHull Community Plan 2024-28
Colliderfest – A new festival to celebrate science, culture and art in city 18th November 2024 Hull city centre is set to come alive with creativity and innovation as it hosts an exciting four-day festival from Thursday 13 – Sunday 16 March 2025. This inaugural event, a collaborative effort between Hull City Council, the Hull Maritime project, Hull Museums and Gallery, and the University of Hull, will explore the dynamic connections […] Read more Leisure & Culture Museums News Regeneration What's on
Consultation on the Future of Rossett House, Walker Street 18th November 2024 Hull City Council is consulting residents and leaseholders about the future of their homes in Rossett House on Walker Street. The consultation is part of a continuing review of the council’s homes which identifies how the safety, quality, condition, comfort, and sustainability can be improved. The 33 homes at Rossett House were built in 1969. […] Read more Community and Living News Neighbourhoods and housing
