We are in crisis: grave warning as Hull amongst country’s highest Coronavirus rates 12th November 2020 With one of the highest Coronavirus rates in the country, hospital admissions hit their highest level at any point throughout the pandemic, and the expectation that the peak is still to come, Hull’s Director of Public Health, Julia Weldon, has said everyone must act before it is too late. “If we do not act now; […] Read more Coronavirus News Public Health coronavirus ratescovidhull covid highestJulia Weldon
Dolly Parton scheme extends to all two year olds in Hull 12th November 2020 All two year olds in Hull can now receive a free book each month, as the Dolly Parton Imagination Library scheme is extended. The scheme launched in September, with the council investing £88,500 for the scheme to be rolled out to two year olds who received early education entitlement. Around 1000 families took up the […] Read more Children and families Coronavirus Education and Learning News Dolly Parton Imagination Library
Businesses forced to close during lockdown can now apply for support grants from Hull City Council 12th November 2020 Businesses forced to close during lockdown can now apply for support grants from Hull City Council. Payments will be made to eligible businesses from Monday 16 November. Businesses forced to close, which are registered for Business Rates, can receive grants worth up to £3,000 per month under the Local Restrictions Support Grant (LRSG). Businesses need […] Read more Business Coronavirus News Public Health Assisted Restriction GrantCouncillor Daren HaleLocal Restrictions Support GrantLockdown business support
Hull’s rising covid rates: act now, urges health lead 9th November 2020 An urgent plea has been issued by Hull City Council’s Director of Public Health, as Coronavirus rates and hospital admissions rocket. The official Public Health England (PHE) seven-day rate for the city (October 29 to November 4) has reached 630.9 per 100,000, with 315 new cases yesterday. The figure is now double that of England […] Read more Coronavirus News Public Health Coronavirushull covid rateHull lockdownlockdownnhs capacityratesrestrictions
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 […] Read more Coronavirus News Public Health Hull mobile testing unit
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 […] Read more Children and families Community and Living Coronavirus Council Government and Democracy News Councillor Peter ClarkMake Your MarkUK Youth Parliament
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 […] Read more Children and families Coronavirus News birth registrationChildren's centresCouncillor Peter ClarkFareShareLookLook Say Sing Playmidwifery clinicsSolihull online parenting guidesUs Mums
Remembrance Day parade cancelled for 2020 6th November 2020 The Remembrance Day Parade, due to take place on Sunday 8 November, has been cancelled. The event is unable to take place in its usual format due to the Covid-19 lockdown, however Hull City Council is working with the Royal British Legion to ensure that the millions who lost their lives in the First World […] Read more Cancellations Leisure & Culture News cancellationCLLR DAVE CRAKERCOVID-19eventRemembrance Sunday
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 […] Read more Business Coronavirus News Public Health Regeneration Additional Restrictions GrantBusiness support HullCouncillor Daren Halecovid-19 supportLocal Restrictions Support Grant
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 […] Read more Coronavirus News Public Health CoronaviruscovidHull lockdownlocal lockdownlockdownnational restrictionsrestrictions
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 […] Read more Coronavirus News Public Health Waste Household waste recycling centres hull
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 […] Read more Coronavirus Ferens Hull City Hall Hull New Theatre Leisure & Culture Museums News Public Health Councillor Dave CrakerHull Culture and Leisure
