60s + 70s night to boost Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal Fund
A fantastic night of 60s + 70s music in Hull will raise money for the Lord Mayor’s chosen charities.
It will take place at the New Walton Club on Walton … More
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Hull City Council weekly traffic and travel update – including Hull Fair road closures
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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Originator of Afrobeat celebrated at Hull Museums
A new exhibition exploring the influence of Nigerian music legend, activist and originator of Afrobeat, Fela Aníkúlápó Kuti, has opened at the Wilberforce House Museum.
Traffic calming measures announced for west Hull streets
In a bid to enhance road safety, Hull City Council has announced that work to install additional traffic calming measures on two west Hull streets will start next week.
The … More
Council’s Streetscene services recognised for delivering high standards across Hull
Hull City Council’s Streetscene services have been formally recognised for meeting high standards of quality and performance.
Streetscene has successfully extended its ISO 9001 certification, awarded by NQA, to now … More
Hull fly-tippers prosecuted and ordered to pay almost £4,000
Hull City Council continues to warn residents to dispose of their waste legally to avoid facing enforcement action.
The warning follows five recent fly-tipping prosecutions. These individuals were ordered to … More
Clifton Primary School: ‘Recycle Me a City’ project empowers schoolchildren to tackle waste
Pupils from Clifton Primary School recently joined Hull City Council’s recycling officers to ‘Recycle Me a City’, a hands-on session designed to raise awareness about waste, recycling, and environmental responsibility. … More
Hull residents prosecuted and fined over £3,000 for littering
Hull City Council is continuing to warn residents to dispose of their litter responsibly, to avoid a substantial fine or prosecution.
The warning comes after seven residents, who failed to … More
Major upgrades underway at Costello Playing Fields
Significant regeneration works at Costello Playing Fields are now underway.
The major upgrades will include a purpose-built 3G all-weather pitch with a dedicated changing facility, additional parking and an EV … More
Footpath improvement works planned for East Park
Essential improvement work is set to begin in East Park later this month, bringing much-needed upgrades to the park’s footpaths.
The improvements will involve resurfacing and reconstructing areas of the … More
Council to host civic reception to celebrate Hull KR’s treble win
Hull City Council will host a civic reception for Hull KR as they celebrate their Betfred Super League Grand Final 2025 win – and completion of an unprecedented treble – … More
National Hate Crime Awareness Week – Building Safer, Stronger Communities Together
This Saturday (October 11) marks the start of National Hate Crime Awareness Week – seven days dedicated to raising awareness about hate crime and working together to create communities where … More
Take care of your emotional wellbeing this World Mental Health Day
Today is World Mental Health day – and taking care of mental health is essential every day. Self-care can help all of us feel better day-to-day, as well as aiding … More
Hull Fair returns for 2025
One of Europe’s largest travelling fairs has returned for its 731st year.
Opening today (Friday 10 October), and taking over 16 acres of Walton Street car park, Hull Fair … More
Hull City Council weekly traffic and travel update – including Hull Fair road closures
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
Plaque commemorating the Literary and Philosophical Society unveiled in Hull
A plaque commemorating the Hull Literary and Philosophical Society’s role in the cultural and educational history of the city over 200 years has been unveiled today (Thursday 9 October) at … More
Open Exhibitions 2025 begin at Ferens Art Gallery
Two exhibitions celebrating the talent of local artists will open this week at the Ferens Art Gallery.
The annual Open Exhibition features over 300 artworks, including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, … More
Hull Fostering joins premiere of new film highlighting urgent need for foster carers
Hull Fostering has joined forces with more than 90 local authorities for the simultaneous release of a new short film that highlights an urgent need for more foster carers.
‘The … More
Civic visit signals council’s growing support for city’s rail engineering sector
Hull City Council has shown its support for growing a sector with ‘considerable potential’ for the local economy.
The Lord Mayor of Hull, Councillor Cheryl Payne, along with officers from … More
Over a quarter of a million pounds funding secured for Hull Museums
Hull Museums and Gallery are delighted to have secured up to £272,095 from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), via Arts Council England’s Museum Renewal Fund.
This national … More
Hull offers free childcare funding for two-year-olds in low-income families
Hull City Council is urging eligible families to apply for funding to access free childcare for their two-year-old children.
The 2 Year Funding Scheme offers up to 15 hours of … More
Spook-tacular line-up for HTAE’s Halloween workshops
Families looking for fright-tastically free Halloween events are invited to Hull Training and Adult Education’s (HTAE) seasonal activities this month.
A spook-tacular line-up of family-friendly workshops and activities, perfect for … More
Council unveils first 100% electric food waste collection vehicle
Hull City Council has taken a further step towards its climate goals and improving air quality with the introduction of its first fully electric food waste collection vehicle.
The council’s … More
Hull resident prosecuted for fly-tipping large pile of construction waste
A Hull resident has been successfully prosecuted and fined following a serious fly-tipping incident investigated by Hull City Council.
In January 2025, a large quantity of construction waste was discovered … More
Energy efficient and affordable – building begins on dozens of new Hull homes
Affordable homes that will be some of the most energy efficient in the city are now being built in the Orchard Park area of Hull.
Construction has started at Isledane, … More
Council invests to improve 100 city bus stops
Hull City Council is investing more than £900,000 to improve around 100 bus stops across the city – making them safer, more accessible and more convenient for passengers while they … More
Hull City Council weekly traffic and travel update – 03 October
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
Free football sessions return for young care leavers
‘Care to Dream’ football sessions will return thanks to Hull and East Riding Leaving Care Teams and the Tigers Trust.
The sessions, aimed at young care experienced people aged 16-25 … More
More support for SEND pupils at Ganton Special School thanks to council investment
A brand-new facility to support additional SEND pupils has opened at Ganton Special School.
Two classrooms, two quiet rooms and associated facilities have been installed on-site as part of Hull … More
Council thanks people for their support during bridge closure
Hull City Council has thanked residents and road-users for their continued patience as the council continues to fix Drypool Bridge.
The council recognises the impact this has had on daily … More