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What’s on in Hull – March 2023
Ballroom dancing, ancient Egyptian history, and the return of The Awakening! Here are our picks of what’s on in Hull this March.
Strictly Ballroom: The Musical
Hull New Theatre, HU1 … More
Further safety enhancements for Spring Bank West traffic signals
Additional safety enhancements will be made to traffic lights on Spring Bank West next week.
The traffic signals at the junction with Chanterlands Avenue were given an upgrade in November … More
Council funding for Library of Stuff to help residents save on energy costs
Hull’s Library of Stuff will soon have new equipment to help residents save energy, thanks to funding from Hull City Council.
The Greenwood Avenue facility has received £1,205 from the … More
What is the Difference Between Respite and Support Care?
Support carers are like respite carers in that they provide children (who may or may not be in fostering) with either emergency or pre-arranged care for short periods of time.
Hull litter louts ordered to pay £28,000
People caught dropping litter in Hull have been ordered to pay more than £28,000 in February.
Over the past month, 87 people have been prosecuted for littering and subsequently failing … More
Have your say now to help shape Hull’s future
A questionnaire that will help shape the future of Hull is now available for people to respond to. Everyone is invited to have their say on life in the city … More
Cabinet agrees next steps on Hull’s bus lanes
Hull City Council’s Cabinet has agreed the next steps in response to calls for the city’s bus lanes to return to peak-time operation.
About 65 per cent of Hull-based respondents … More
Fairtrade Fortnight: Hull proud to be a Fairtrade City
Hull is proud to be a Fairtrade City and has always had time to stand up for social justice. This Fairtrade Fortnight, join us in spreading a simple message: … More
New exhibition marks anniversary of National Picture Theatre bombing
A new exhibition commemorating the 82nd anniversary of the bombing of the National Picture Theatre will go on display at Hull History Centre.
‘Home Front’ will pay tribute to the … More
Weekly roadworks update – 24 February
| A63 improvement scheme – St James Street to Market Place | 01-May-20 | 01-May-25 | Lane closures and local diversions until completion of scheme. |
What is Respite Care?
In this series of blog articles we explore the six different types of fostering available to suit your home, your family dynamics and life commitments.
In this article we explain what fostering respite care is.
Different Types of Fostering to Suit You and Your Family
In this article we will explain what mainstream fostering is.
We are so proud of the children and young people of Hull, they are imaginative, inspirational, and wonderful in their … More
Who Actually Foster in Hull?
Did you know 40% of foster carers still combine their fostering role with other employment?
If you are wondering if you can foster whilst working, then we can share with you what professions and backgrounds the majority of our foster carers came from prior to fostering.
New pedestrian island to make crossing safer in Bellfield Avenue
A new pedestrian island will soon make it easier and safer to cross Bellfield Avenue in east Hull.
The refuge island will be installed next month near the junction with … More
Hull to trial ‘smart’ crossings and bus stops to enhance accessibility
Smart technology designed to make bus stops and pedestrian crossings more accessible will be trialled in Hull next month.
Hull City Council has teamed up with Sm@rt Technology to try … More
Job vacancies at Hull City Council – February 23
By joining our team, you can make a difference to the lives of people in Hull and work with people who are as passionate about our place and public services .
Discover … More
Local dancers to take over Hull New Theatre
Dance groups from across Hull will take to the stage at Hull New Theatre this Sunday (26 February).
Hull City Council’s Youth Arts Initiative Creative Voice and Hull Dance will … More
Hull City Council to mark Ukraine invasion anniversary
On Friday (24 February), Hull City Council will mark a year since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
The Ukraine flag will be flown at full mast from the Guildhall, whilst … More
Hull City Council awarded £1.2m funding boost for adult social care
Hull City Council has been given £1.2m in funding to spend on social care, with the aim of freeing up hospital beds and bolstering the social care workforce over winter.… More
Council supports 29 projects through UK Shared Prosperity Fund
Hull City Council is delighted to announce it has been able to support a host of local organisations in the first round of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).
In … More
Do you have the energy to work for Siemens Gamesa?
Hull City Council is delighted to announce that it is partnering with Siemens Gamesa to host a recruitment drive to fill hundreds of job roles.
The bespoke event will be … More
Bee-friendly bus shelters about to create a buzz in Hull
There’s a real buzz around the new bus shelters winging their way to Hull.
Thanks to a successful funding bid by Hull City Council’s public transport team, 19 bee-friendly bus … More
Stay & Play Sessions for Children with Additional Needs and Disabilities
Hull Fostering are very happy to be working with Leisure and Family Support Service (LAFSS) who have kindly offered to host a stay and play session twice a week for our children, foster carers and parents to come, have fun and support one another.
Term time only, every Monday 12.30 -2.30pm and Thursday 10am - 12noon, at Bellfield House, Middlesex Road, off Ings Road, Hull and free of charge.
Roadworks update – 17 February
| A63 improvement scheme – St James Street to Market Place | 01-May-20 | 01-May-25 | Lane closures and local diversions until completion of scheme. |
Banning order for man who made Longhill residents’ lives ‘miserable’
A man has been banned from several Hull streets for a period of two years after blighting the lives of vulnerable and frightened residents with constant antisocial behaviour. Scott Vaughan, … More
Job vacancies at Hull City Council – February 16
A Shining Example of Love and Compassion
Heather and Clive you are a shining example of how love and compassion can change a future.
The difference they have made to over 200 children in 30 years is astounding.
From the bottom of our hearts, we thank them for being the wonderful people they are.
Call for artists to submit their work to the Ferens Open Exhibition 2023
The Ferens Art Gallery is calling for submissions from professional and amateur artists for their 2023 Open Exhibition.
They’re inviting submissions from creatives across the city, whether they are seasoned … More
Love Your Street project wins top prize at Keep Britain Tidy Awards 2023
Hull City Council’s Love Your Street project picked up the biggest prize of the night at this year’s Keep Britain Tidy Awards.
At last week’s ceremony at the Crowne Plaza … More