More than 1,000 fines issued for littering offences since lockdown ended 21st September 2020 Over 1,100 fixed penalty notices have been issued for littering since lockdown ended. The fixed penalty notices were reintroduced in June following the lifting of lockdown restrictions. Fines of £100 are issued, and then reduced to £80 if paid within seven days. And the local authority is warning people that offenders will be prosecuted for […] Read more News Waste Councillor Anita HarrisonEnvironmental Protection Act 1990litter enforcementLittering
Residents thanked for their recycling efforts 21st September 2020 Residents in Hull are being thanked for their recycling efforts. As part of Recycle Now’s 17th annual Recycle Week, Hull City Council wants to thank those who make the effort to ensure they are recycling correctly, and helping to protect the environment. Statistics released by Recycle Now show that through lockdown the UK has become […] Read more News Waste Councillor Anita HarrisonFly-tippingRecycle NowRecycling week
Residents asked to share their views on important issues 18th September 2020 Residents are being asked to take part in a survey about where they live. The latest People’s Panel survey is asking residents about their thoughts on the local authority’s bin collection service, their local neighbourhood, crime and disorder levels and pre and post lockdown exercise habits. The feedback will be used to help shape future […] Read more News Waste Councillor Stephen BradyPeople’s PanelSurveyVoucher
Residents encouraged to recycle 14th September 2020 Residents in Hull will receive their new waste packs over the next week. The pack contains information to support residents to recycle as much of their waste as possible and includes: A new collection calendar The annual resident’s pass for household waste and recycling centres A guide to recycling right Food waste recycling information Nappy […] Read more News Waste blue binbrown binCouncillor Anita HarrisonHousehold waste and recycling centresrecyclingwaste packs
Shop offering low-cost electrical items for reuse opens in east Hull 24th July 2020 A new shop aimed at boosting the reuse of unwanted but good quality domestic appliances has opened today in Marfleet Lane, Hull. Every year, thousands of working fridges, freezers, washing machines and other large domestic appliances are taken to household waste and recycling centres across Hull and East Riding areas. Many of these items are […] Read more News Waste Dove House HospiceEast Riding of Yorkshire CouncilFCC EnvironmentReuse shop
Fly-tipping in Hull – can you help? 15th July 2020 The driver of a white van has been caught fly-tipping in Hull. The person was seen fly-tipping in Seymour Street, Hull, and now members of the public are being asked for any information on the incident after the vehicle left the area. The offence took place between 3.36pm and 4.04pm on Monday 13 July. Councillor […] Read more News Waste Councillor Anita HarrisonFly-tippingSeymour Street
Litter enforcement to resume in Hull next week 25th June 2020 Litter enforcement patrols will resume in Hull from Monday 29 June. Enforcement against litter louts was briefly suspended following the start of the coronavirus pandemic, however officers will be patrolling the city, including in parks and open spaces, and issuing £100 fines to those caught littering. Councillor Anita Harrison, portfolio holder for Streetscene services at […] Read more Environment News Waste Councillor Anita HarrisonCOVID-19litter enforcementLocal Authority Support
Five people caught dumping waste in one Hull street 18th June 2020 Five people have been caught fly-tipping in the same spot. Five offenders have been caught on CCTV fly-tipping at the junction of Boulevard and Ena Street in Hull. Anyone with any information on the following offenders should contact Hull City Council or email enviro.crime@hullcc.gov.uk On Sunday 19 April, a man was caught dumping excess waste […] Read more Environment News Waste BoulevardCaught on cameraCCTVCouncillor Anita HarrisonEna Street
Toilets in Queen Victoria Square set to reopen next week 12th June 2020 Public toilets in Queen Victoria Square will reopen on Monday 15 June. The facilities will be open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Sunday, with social distancing notices in place. Hand sanitisers will be available in both the male and female toilets alongside the usual hand-washing facilities. Councillor Anita Harrison, portfolio holder for street cleaning […] Read more News Transport & Streets Waste Councillor Anita HarrisonCOVID-19hand sanitisersparkingQueen Victoria Square
Lockdown sees rise in fly-tipping in Hull 2nd June 2020 Fly-tippers are being warned of strict enforcement action if they are found dumping their waste. Hull City Council has issued a warning to people who are taking advantage of coronavirus restrictions and illegally dumping their waste. If caught, offenders could face a £400 fine or criminal prosecution which would result in an unlimited fine and […] Read more Environment News Waste Councillor Anita HarrisonEnvironment AgencyFly-tipping
Bulky item collections double as Hull residents shield from coronavirus 20th May 2020 Hull residents are being told how they can book bulky item collections after Hull City Council doubled capacity for the service. The temporary increase has been introduced to help those shielding at home during the coronavirus pandemic. It will also relieve pressure on the city’s household waste and recycling centres. Residents can book this service […] Read more Customer Services News Waste bulky collectionsBurma DriveCouncillor Anita HarrisonHousehold waste and recycling centresSutton FieldsWiltshire Road
Work on multi-million pound East Hull Pumping Station to begin 14th May 2020 Work on a new multi-million pound pumping station in Hull gets under way this week. The East Hull Pumping Station, part of a £28.5 million flood alleviation scheme, will reduce the risk of flooding to 1,000 homes in the city. The station will be built at the southern end of the Holderness Drain, where it […] Read more News Transport & Streets Waste Councillor Mike ThompsonenvironmentEnvironment AgencyFlood defence
