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View article Coronavirus: Hull mobile testing unit locations this week

Coronavirus: Hull mobile testing unit locations this week

8th November 2020

A mobile testing unit has been deployed to different areas around the region to make it easier for people to get tested for coronavirus closer to home. The mobile testing unit moves around the region offering testing strictly by appointment only. It is important that through lockdown people continue to get tested for coronavirus if […]

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View article November is Make Your Mark month

November is Make Your Mark month

6th November 2020

Make Your Mark is an opportunity for 11-18 year olds across the UK to have their say and begin their democratic journey by voting on the policies they want to introduce or change. The issues that are voted for will be debated by Members of Youth Parliament. They will campaign to influence the UK Parliament and their […]

View article Children’s Centres continue to support families in Hull

Children’s Centres continue to support families in Hull

6th November 2020

Children’s centres in Hull are to remain open for support and advice for families. Support will be available from Monday to Friday, either over the phone or by arranging an appointment to visit the centres, and if assessed as safe in the family’s home. All buildings have a risk assessment in place, and anyone coming […]

View article Support and grants available to businesses during lockdown

Support and grants available to businesses during lockdown

5th November 2020

Measures have been announced to support businesses in Hull during lockdown. Businesses forced to close, which are registered for Business Rates, will receive grants worth up to £3,000 per month under the Local Restrictions Support Grant (LRSG). Businesses need to have a rateable value and be registered for business rates to receive the grant. These […]

View article Council leader’s message as new restrictions introduced: we’re here for you

Council leader’s message as new restrictions introduced: we’re here for you

5th November 2020

As tighter restrictions come into place across England this Thursday, Cllr Stephen Brady, Leader of Hull City Council has outlined the support available for those in need and said it is critical every person does what is asked of them. Cllr Brady offered his assurance the council would do everything it could to help people […]

View article Household waste recycling centres will remain open during lockdown

Household waste recycling centres will remain open during lockdown

4th November 2020

Household waste recycling centres in Hull will remain open during lockdown. The three sites, at Burma Drive, Sutton Fields and Wiltshire Road, will continue to operate as usual, but with additional health and safety measures. Residents are asked to use the sites only if absolutely necessary, and maintain social distancing when on site. Under no […]

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View article How lockdown will affect Hull leisure facilities, parks and playgrounds

How lockdown will affect Hull leisure facilities, parks and playgrounds

3rd November 2020

The government has announced that, on Thursday 5 November, England will enter lockdown in a bid to control the spread of coronavirus and to protect the NHS. This means additional restrictions, which includes how people can exercise and access leisure facilities. Hull Culture and Leisure (HCAL) has been assessing how these restrictions will affect many […]

View article New teaching block provides 300 additional secondary school places in West Hull

New teaching block provides 300 additional secondary school places in West Hull

3rd November 2020

A new two-storey teaching block has been completed at St Mary’s College in West Hull, providing an additional 300 pupil places. The extension is part of a programme of works to increase the number of secondary school places for children across the city, and improve the quality of the learning environment. Hull City Council, in […]

View article Support available for businesses as Hull prepares to enter Tier 2 restrictions

Support available for businesses as Hull prepares to enter Tier 2 restrictions

30th October 2020

Support is available for businesses following the announcement that Hull is to move into Tier 2 restrictions at 00.01 Saturday 31 October. Last week the Chancellor of the Exchequer released further details about the Local Restrictions Support Grant (LRSG). That announcement refers to support for businesses in Tier 2 (high alert). As part of Tier […]

View article Hull moving to tier 2 level of coronavirus restrictions this weekend

Hull moving to tier 2 level of coronavirus restrictions this weekend

29th October 2020

Hull is to move into tier two of the new Coronavirus alert system, entering the ‘high’ risk category this weekend. This means changes to how we are allowed to socialise indoors, including no longer having people in our homes who do not live there, or who are not part of our support bubble. The new […]

View article Stay safe this Halloween

Stay safe this Halloween

26th October 2020

With Halloween on the horizon, many people will be wondering how to plan a celebration which sticks to Covid restrictions. While spooky plans will definitely have to look a little different this year, there are still loads of ways to have fun. Tier 2 restrictions that come into effect at 00.01 on Saturday 31 October […]

View article Children receiving free school meals to be given £10 voucher

Children receiving free school meals to be given £10 voucher

23rd October 2020

All children in Hull schools currently receiving free school meals will be given a £10 voucher when they return after the half term break, to assist in reimbursing costs of food over the half term week. Councillor Peter Clark, Portfolio Holder for learning, skills and safeguarding children said: “Whilst we would have liked to have […]