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James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Award Shortlists 2025
Hull City Council weekly traffic and travel update – 3 January
Here is the latest breakdown of scheduled and emergency works taking place across Hull over the next few weeks.
All works are subject to change.
For the latest updates:
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Hull Museums and Ferens Art Gallery 2025 programme announced
Hull Museums and Ferens Art Gallery have announced an exciting exhibition programme for 2025.
The new programme begins at the Ferens on Friday 14 February with an exhibition exploring stories … More
Phase two of west Hull footpath improvements to start
After phase one of the footpath resurfacing and reconstruction programme in west Hull was completed ahead of schedule, Hull City Council has confirmed that phase two will commence on Monday … More
What’s on in Hull – January 2025
Happy New Year! With Christmas now in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to look forward to some of the fantastic things happening in Hull this January.
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City ranked in national top 10 for growth in bus patronage
Hull has been confirmed as one of the top 10 places in the country for growth in bus patronage, according to the latest figures from the Department for Transport for … More
Affordable Warmth grants support community groups in Hull in 2025
Affordable Warmth, a citywide initiative to help residents with the cost of living this winter, will begin from Thursday 2 January 2025.
The three-month initiative, which has seen 28 voluntary … More
Hull City Council weekly traffic and travel update – 20 December
Here is the latest breakdown of scheduled and emergency works taking place across Hull over the next few weeks.
All works are subject to change.
For the latest updates:
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Council ready to respond when winter weather arrives
With the winter well and truly here, Hull City Council is continuously monitoring forecasts and is ready to put its winter weather plan into action.
So far, the season has … More
Cycle training programme sees huge increase in participation
An adult cycle training programme in Hull has seen a huge increase in participants in 2024 as more people choose to make active and sustainable journeys.
Rusty Riders is a … More
Christmas card competition winners announced
Two designs by young people have been chosen to form Hull City Council’s Christmas e-card for 2024.
Winning entries were selected after a competition in schools during last month.
A … More
Business board appoints new chair
Jason Speedy, the Chief Operations Officer of Ideal Heating, has been appointed as the first chair of the recently formed Hull and East Yorkshire Business Board.
He is taking on … More
All the fun – none of the hangover: Hull’s Low Ale Trail
As ‘Mad Friday’ approaches, there’s an option for anyone who wants all the fun of a night out, with a clear head the next day. Hull’s Low Ale Trail is … More
Hull’s bold new culture strategy approved
A new ambitious plan for culture has been approved by Hull City Council. The Culture & Heritage Strategy (2025-30) was heard by the council’s cabinet and also confirms the city … More
Bleed kits being fitted across Hull
A series of 100 ‘bleed kits’ are being installed around Hull, to help provide first aid in case of an accident, workplace injury, or other incident. The first kits are … More
Primary school places deadline approaches
Parents and carers in Hull are being reminded that the deadline is approaching to apply for primary school places.
Those that have responsibility for a child born between 1 September … More
Hull schools say Oh Yes! to net zero as funding paves way for carbon reduction
Six climate-conscious schools have received vital funding to accelerate their drive to net zero.
The Hull secondary schools have been supported under a pioneering programme run by the Oh Yes! … More
TransPennine Express’ bi-mode Nova 1 trains set to arrive in Hull for the first time as train operator reminds customers of timetable change
TransPennine Express (TPE) is reminding customers that a new timetable is set to come into effect this Sunday (15 December).
Customers travelling between Hull and Liverpool will be able to … More
Double success for Hull City Council at public service excellence awards
Hull City Council has claimed two honours at the 2024 Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE) performance network awards.
Teams claimed the most improved performer award in both the Parks, … More
Hull City Council weekly traffic and travel update – 13 December
Here is the latest breakdown of scheduled and emergency works taking place across Hull over the next few weeks.
All works are subject to change.
For the latest updates:
- Visit
Christmas bin collection dates and recycling centre opening times
Hull City Council is reminding residents to check their bin collection days over the festive period.
Due to the bank holidays over Christmas and New Year, there will be changes … More
Meet Hull’s new Young Mayor
Eunice has been voted as Hull’s new Young Mayor.
Almost 100 young people met in the Guildhall last month and cast their votes for who they would like to lead … More
Hull City Council weekly traffic and travel update – 6 December
Here is the latest breakdown of scheduled and emergency works taking place across Hull over the next few weeks.
All works are subject to change.
For the latest updates:
- Visit
Message to those privately fostering: don’t miss out on support
People taking care of a child or young person they don’t have parental responsibility for have been urged to understand the support they’re entitled to. Private Fostering Week begins on … More
Film screening closes 16 days of action on violence to women and girls
A film about the reality of living with domestic abuse will be shown next week. Tuesday December 10 marks the end of 16 days of activism which began on November … More
KCOM recognised with national certificate for supporting staff to make active travel choices
Telecommunications firm KCOM has become the latest business in Hull to be recognised for its work in promoting and supporting its staff to choose more active and sustainable travel choices … More
Discounted bus fares to support individuals, families and friends celebrating the festive season
The Hull Bus Alliance has confirmed that further discounted bus fare options are being laid on for the festive season to help support the local economy and provide greater choice … More
Donations needed for Christmas Jumper Day
A final appeal is being made for children’s Christmas jumpers that can be donated and reused.
Hull City Council is taking in donations, which are given to local families via … More
Volunteering programme receives lottery cash boost
The region is celebrating as Hull and East Yorkshire’s much-loved HEY! Volunteering Programme has been awarded £200,000 grant funding from the Heritage Innovation Fund.
The funding will be delivered over … More