CDC moves step closer as professional services team appointed 14th August 2024 High-quality and easily accessible health facilities in Hull city centre have moved a step closer after a contractor was appointed to support the delivery of a Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC). Ridge and Partners LLP has been awarded a Multi-Disciplinary Services Team (MDST) contract by Hull City Council to support the provision of the CDC on […] Read more Health and Social Care News Public Health Regeneration Albion SquareCllr Linda ChambersCommunity Diagnostic CentreRidge and Partners LLP
Hull launches Milk Trail – highlighting city’s breastfeeding-friendly venues 22nd May 2024 A new trail around Hull city centre highlights some of the best places for breastfeeding. The Milk Trail shines a light on nine venues where anyone breastfeeding their baby can find a comfortable spot and a supportive atmosphere. A specially created map guides visitors to the nine locations – and also includes a quiz about […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Public Health activitybreastfeedingCllr Linda Chambersfreefriendlymilk trail
The Step in the Right Direction Hull Blog – Make May ‘a Month of Movement’ 1st May 2024 In his third post for ‘The Step in the Right Direction Hull Blog’, Paul Schofield, a tour guide in the city for more than 30 years, talks about how you can improve your health and wellbeing by taking a few small steps each day. May is very much the month of movement. With the weather […] Read more Education and Learning Health and Social Care News Opinion Public Health Regeneration Transport & Streets active travelThe Step in the Right Direction Hull BlogWalking
Footpath resurfacing works commence in east Hull 30th April 2024 Essential resurfacing works began in east Hull yesterday (Monday 29 April), which aim to provide much-needed improvements to the footpaths. As part of the council’s investment in the city’s footpaths, improvements and resurfacing works will take place on Clare Grove, Oriel Grove, Exeter Grove, and St Johns Grove. The improvements will involve resurfacing and reconstructing […] Read more Closures News Transport & Streets East HullimprovementsInvestmentWright Civil Engineering
Walker Street to undergo essential carriageway repairs 25th April 2024 Hull City Council has announced that essential repairs to Walker Street will commence next month. The work will improve and repair the existing carriageway in Walker Street from Rawling Way to Quantock Close, for the benefit of road users and pedestrians. The intention of the work is to resurface and reconstruct where the carriageway is […] Read more Closures News Transport & Streets Road closureRoadworksWright Civil Engineering
Overnight closures for routine inspections on North Bridge 2nd April 2024 Routine inspection works will take place on North Bridge this month (April), to ensure its continued safety and reliability. To allow the works to be carried out safely, overnight closures will be in place daily between midnight and 6am from Sunday 7 April to Friday 19 April. A short, signed diversion route will be in […] Read more Closures News Rivers and bridges Andy BurtonclosureNorth Bridge
Legacy Funeral Directors: new support line 28th March 2024 A new support line has been established for anyone with any concerns or who has been affected following the launch of a police investigation into Legacy Funeral Directors in Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire. From today (Thursday, 28 March) at 4pm, Victim Support, a specialist, independent charity, will open a helpline and support […] Read more Legacy Funeral Directors Incident News Public Health
Pop-up MMR clinics coming to communities 27th March 2024 A series of clinics offering the MMR vaccine to all children aged five to 16 will be held across Hull from April 2. Parents and carers can use them to catch up on missed vaccines and ensure their children are protected from measles, as well as mumps and rubella. Measles cases are rising locally and […] Read more News Public Health
Hull City Council backs landmark bill to end smoking in a generation 21st March 2024 Public health leaders in Yorkshire and the Humber are applauding the introduction of the Tobacco and Nicotine Bill, calling it a “game-changer” with the potential to eradicate smoking within a generation. However, they urge swift passage before a potential General Election. The Bill, unveiled today, aims to dramatically reduce smoking rates by prohibiting the sale […] Read more News Public Health Councillor Linda ChambersPublic healthSmokefree Hullsmokingstop smoking
Crime prevention pot funds 30 projects in first year 31st January 2024 Community projects including playing field improvements, education projects, lighting for public spaces, CCTV and traffic safety initiatives are among 30 projects funded by Hull City Council’s Crime Prevention Fund in its first year. The fund launched towards the end of 2022, with an initial £250,000 available – this has since been increased. Local groups and […] Read more News Public Health
Rodent-infested shop faced with legal action after defying agreement to close 30th January 2024 An infestation of mice was found at Hessle Road food business Latik, during a routine initial visit by Hull City Council’s Public Protection Team. Officers discovered mouse droppings on the floor in the storeroom and on shelves, with packets of food chewed open and more droppings scattered on top. The rodent infestation was deemed an […] Read more News Public Health
Dry January – the big benefits three weeks in! 23rd January 2024 For many people, January might be feeling endless. With everyone feeling the financial effects of the festive period and the bright lights and social occasions long gone, the start of the year can feel a bit bleak. However, for those who decided to try Dry January, finishing the third week of the challenge is likely […] Read more News Public Health
