Popular cycle safety campaign returns with focus on schools 2nd December 2025 A successful cycle safety scheme will run across Hull for a fourth winter, but with a new focus on supporting young people who cycle to and from school to stay safe and stay seen during the darker nights. Over the past three years, Hull City Council’s Bike Lights for Dark Nights initiative has seen the […] Read more Children and families Education and Learning News Regeneration Transport & Streets Bike Lights for Dark NightsBikeabilityCouncillor Mark IeronimoCyclingFirst Step SportsPolice and Crime Commissioner for Humbersideroad safetySafer Roads Humber
Inaccuracy in press release 1st December 2025 A press released titled ‘Hull jeweller fined for selling fake rings’ was issued by Hull City Council on November 10, 2025. The use of the words ‘fake’ and ‘counterfeit’ were incorrect and does not accurately reflect the facts of the court case in question. As accurately reported in the release, Zerrin Jewellery, based on Newland […] Read more News
Annual Christmas service to be held 1st December 2025 The annual Christmas remembrance service will be held at Chanterlands Crematorium later this month. The traditional event, which is open to all, will take place on Sunday 14 December, starting at 2pm, where those attending are asked to arrive around 1:45pm. It will be held in the large chapel, and will provide a chance for […] Read more Christmas Civic Customer Services News Chanterlands CrematoriumChristmasCllr Ted Dolman
Hull City Council steps up awareness for Private Fostering Week 2025 1st December 2025 Hull City Council is marking this week’s Private Fostering Week 2025 by raising awareness of what private fostering is, why families and carers must notify the council, and the support available to ensure children in private fostering arrangements are safe and well cared for. Private Fostering Week aims to help professionals and the public recognise private fostering […] Read more News
Neurodiverse and Care Experienced Christmas Exhibition at the Guildhall 1st December 2025 Hull City Council’s Making Changes for Careers (MC4C) programme is proud to announce that the Neurodiverse and Care Experienced Christmas Exhibition is taking place at the guildhall on Friday 12th December 2025. The inclusive festive event has been designed to celebrate neurodiverse talent and entrepreneurship, whilst also showcasing and supporting business ventures from care experienced […] Read more Business News Regeneration GuildhallMC4C
Hull City Council weekly traffic and travel update – 28 November 28th November 2025 Here is the latest breakdown of scheduled and emergency works taking place across Hull over the next few weeks. All works are subject to change. For the latest updates: Read more News Transport & Streets Hull weekly roadworks updateRoadworks
Hull expands support for families with new Healthy Start vitamin pilot 28th November 2025 Hull City Council is strengthening its support for pregnant women, new parents and young children with the launch of a new vitamin distribution pilot across three Family Hubs, building on two years of innovative work to increase uptake of the NHS Healthy Start scheme. The pilot, now running from Fenchurch, McMillan and Marfleet Family Hubs, gives eligible families […] Read more Children and families News Councillor Linda TockHealthy Start
Nominations sought for Hull bravery award – Amy Johnson Cup for Courage 27th November 2025 Entries are being encouraged for a prize named after an aviation pioneer who hailed from Hull. The Amy Johnson Cup for Courage dates back to the 1930s and is awarded to Hull-born children who have displayed courage of the highest order via a single act of bravery. It was created by Amy herself. Funding for […] Read more Civic News Amy JohnsonCouncillor Cheryl PayneLord Mayor
Standing ovation for Hull young people at Creative Voice Youth Arts Festival 26th November 2025 Young people from across Hull took centre stage at this year’s Creative Voice Youth Arts Festival, showcasing original drama, comedy and monologue work they have spent months developing. Sixteen young members of Just Drama Youth Theatre, based at Andrew Marvell Youth Centre, delivered a 35-minute performance to an audience of more than 60 family members, […] Read more Children and families News Andrew Marvell Youth CentreCouncillor Linda TockCreative Voice Youth Arts FestivalJust Drama Youth Theatre
Preparations begin for festive weekend in Hull 26th November 2025 Details of Hull’s bumper Christmas weekend have now been revealed as the build for this weekend’s event have started in the city centre. Performances on the main stage in Queen Victoria Square will delight audiences of all ages with short pantomime Jack & the Beanstalk (Saturday only) at 10.30am and 2pm, live singers, choirs and […] Read more Christmas Leisure & Culture News What's on ChristmasChristmas in HullChristmas marketCllr Rob PritchardKing Edward StPantoPrinces QuayQueen Victoria SquareTrinity Square
Hull joins UK Music Charter 26th November 2025 Hull City Council has become the latest city to sign up to the UK Music, Local Music Action Charter. The newly launched charter offers Hull a practical framework to amplify its music ecosystem, unlock investment, and deliver inclusive cultural impact. Being a part of the charter means that the council can now directly advance the […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Cllr Rob PritchardCommunity Plan 2024–2034Hull Culture & Heritage Strategy 2025–2030Local Music Action CharterMusic Plan 2025–2030UK MusicUK Music CharterUK Music Chief Executive Tom KiehlUNESCOUNESCO City of Music
Drypool Bridge: First phase of essential repairs successfully completed on time 26th November 2025 Drypool Bridge will reopen to two-way traffic and pedestrians from 8pm on Thursday 27 November, following the successful completion of the first phase of essential repair works. The council, in partnership with local contractors Esh Construction and designers Mason Clark Associates, is working to fix the bridge following inspections last year, which highlighted the need for major repairs to […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Mark IeronimoDrypool BridgeEsh Construction LimitedMason Clark Associates
