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Freedom Festival in Hull goes online in 2020
Freedom Festival Arts Trust has announced that the city’s annual Freedom Festival will not take place outdoors in September as planned, but will instead go online.
This year’s festival will … More
People in Hull urged to stay safe when using public spaces
New messaging reminding people to remain safe and follow social distancing measures is appearing in public spaces.
The Government has outlined a plan that, if certain conditions are met, would … More
Trinity Market to open five days a week under extra safety measures
Trinity Market will be open from 9am to 3pm from Monday to Friday from next week following the Government’s latest changes to coronavirus measures.
Trinity Market has remained partially open … More
Share your acts of kindness ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week
People in Hull are being urged to share stories about acts of kindness with the city.
Ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week starting on Monday 18 May, people are being … More
Hull History Centre to archive memories from families in self-isolation
Residents are being asked to submit their memories and pictures of time spent in self-isolation for an archive being created by Hull History Centre.
The initiative, in partnership with Heritage … More
Hull City Council invests £20,000 in young enterprise in the city
Hull City Council has committed to investing £20,000 to support the next generation of business leaders in the city.
The funding for young enterprise will be managed by the Hull … More
Keep your drinking under control during coronavirus
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 … More
Thousands of litres of water to be flushed through Hull city centre
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 … More
Hull experiences cycling renaissance as residents opt for greener travel
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 … More
How Hull businesses are helping to protect key workers
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 … More
Emergency food safety powers used to close three Hull takeaways
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 … More
Gardening competition in Hull to go ahead under new rules
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 … More
Survey asks how coronavirus has hit Hull businesses
Hull businesses are being invited to tell Hull City Council what help they need to recover from the economic impact of coronavirus.
A survey is now live to ask business-owners … More
Hull businesses urged to seek support during coronavirus pandemic
Businesses in Hull are being urged to seek support as they struggle to deal with the economic effects of the coronavirus pandemic.
Hull City Council’s business support team is appealing … More
Hull smokers urged: quit for Coronavirus
Smokers have been urged to quit to reduce the risk of coronavirus.
Smoking harms the immune system and the ability to fight infection and there is emerging evidence to show … More
VE Day 75: How to stay safe and celebrate at home in Hull
People who want to join in with this week’s VE Day 75 celebrations are being advised to pay tribute from the safety of our own homes.
Hull City Council is … More
How planning applications are being heard in Hull during coronavirus pandemic
New measures have been introduced to ensure planning applications can still be heard in Hull during the coronavirus pandemic.
Hull City Council has introduced changes to allow applications to be … More
Domestic abuse campaign aims to help people isolating with their abuser
A domestic abuse campaign has been launched in Hull to encourage people to seek help.
The campaign, led by the Hull Domestic Abuse Partnership (Hull DAP), is aimed at people … More
Hull families could be missing out on food vouchers
Families in Hull have been urged to check whether they qualify for vouchers to help fund healthy essentials.
The Healthy Start scheme provides up to £24.80 a month per child … More
Behind the scenes at The Deep during coronavirus
The Deep may be closed due to coronavirus measures, but the marine life inhabiting the huge aquarium must still be fed and exhibits must be cleaned.
One of Yorkshire’s most … More
Clap for carers safely, public urged
Health bosses have urged those observing the weekly Clap For Our Carers to maintain social distancing.
People in Hull have embraced the gesture, which happens nationally every Thursday at 8pm.… More
5 tips to manage your finances through coronavirus
The region’s leading credit union has offered five tips to help people manage their finances through the coronavirus pandemic.
HEY Credit Union has closed its branches across the Humber region, … More
£1.5m given to support vulnerable adults during coronavirus pandemic
Hull City Council will allocate an extra £1.5m for adult social care costs resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic.
The move comes after the local authority supported this decision in a … More
Hull to observe one-minute silence for key workers who have died
People across Hull will observe a one-minute silence tomorrow to remember healthcare staff and other key workers who have lost their lives due to coronavirus.
Councillor Stephen Brady, Leader of … More
Coronavirus: What families should expect from home visits
As social workers from Hull City Council continue to support families during the coronavirus pandemic, families are being advised of what to expect during essential visits.
The advice includes when … More
Coronavirus: Hull crematorium grounds reopen to public
The Chanterlands Avenue Crematorium grounds have resumed their normal opening hours.
The grounds were closed to the public at the end of March to meet the Government’s Health Protection Regulations… More
Free family activities launched by Big Malarkey organisers
Big Malarkey Festival organisers are hoping to celebrate the creativity of Hull children with a series of weekly activities as they launch Hibernation Inspiration.
The literature festival, due to take … More
How friendly council staff are supporting vulnerable residents
Across the world, people are stepping up to help vulnerable people hit hardest by coronavirus.
At Hull City Council, it is no different as staff members from housing officers to … More
Free online learning courses launched in Hull
A series of free online learning courses have been launched by Hull Training and Adult Education.
The courses offer the opportunity to develop new skills and gain nationally recognised qualifications … More
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