New Low Ale Trails launch
Coronavirus restrictions have lifted, days are lengthening and the weather is warming up. It’s the perfect time to rediscover Hull’s pubs and bars and other venues. The city now has … More
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“The feeling of getting somewhere under my own steam gives me a buzz”
Mum of two Amy Emmerson cycles the school run on a daily basis. The journey takes just five to ten minutes from her home in the Avenues to her daughter’s … More
People in Hull prosecuted for littering despite Hull City Council warning
26 individuals who failed to pay fixed penalty notices for littering in Hull have received criminal records and been issued fines and costs totalling £8,191 – an average fine of … More
World Water Day: The invisible threat of groundwater flooding
Via the Living with Water partnership
This World Water Day, the Living with Water partnership is raising awareness of groundwater flooding, which is much less well-known than other types … More
Hull City Council employees recognised for their Outstanding Individual Contribution
Helen Christmas, Hull’s public health lead for children’s services, and Joe Morley, Communication and Engagement officer for Adult Social Care, have been shortlisted in the LGC awards for their Outstanding … More
Hull’s public health lead: the pandemic hasn’t ended
With coronavirus rates rising in Hull and the rest of the country, people in Hull have been urged to continue to take precautions. The rate in Hull is expected to … More
How solar energy will help Hull City Council reach net zero
Last month, it was announced that Hull City Council have appointed specialists in the renewable energy sector to assess the feasibility of the council’s corporate sites for installation of a … More
Net Zero: Hull visitor attraction to be a UK leader in energy efficiency
Last year, Hull City Council made the announcement that a new maritime experience at Hull’s historic North End Shipyard is set to become one of the most energy efficient buildings … More
Weekly roadworks update – March 18
After significant rainfall affected work on the Stoneferry improvement scheme on Wednesday night, resurfacing in West Carr Lane will now require an extra night to be completed.
This will also … More
Hull District Heating Project could deliver cheaper and greener energy
A report into the Hull District Heating Project has found that it would be both technically and financially viable.
The news comes as the council has this week announced its … More
Trainee Social Worker, Megan, on how Hull’s internal apprentice scheme has helped her access her dream career
Hull City Council has been celebrating Social Work Week 2022, with stories from the people working in Children’s and Adults Social Work.
As the week comes to and end, we … More
New vision to transform Hull’s Priory Park & Ride into a transport hub fit for the 21st century
Hull City Council has released a new concept video and images showing how the city’s park and ride could look after a proposed transformation.
As part of its efforts to … More
Hull Training and Adult Education service boosted to ‘Good’ rating by OFSTED
Hull City Council’s Hull Training and Adult Education (HTAE) service have been assessed as ‘Good’ by OFSTED.
HTAE were previously assessed as ‘Requires improvement’ at their last full inspection in … More
Old Town parking spaces to be turned into alfresco dining areas
Parking spaces will be transformed into outdoor seating/dining areas as part of the regeneration of the Old Town, and Hull City Council’s commitment to supporting the city’s evening economy.
Hull … More
Fresh appeal for donations to Hull 4 Ukraine
The Hull 4 Ukraine collective has issued a renewed appeal for people and businesses in Hull to continue giving generously to the humanitarian aid effort.
Over the past two weeks, … More
Hull City Council awarded highest level for its green credentials nine years running
Hull City Council have retained their Investors in the Environment (iiE) Green level accreditation for the ninth year running.
The accreditation is a national environmental scheme designed to help organisations … More
Stoneferry Corridor: Overnight resurfacing work on Sutton Road and Holwell Road
Story edited on March 17 to reflect changed dates
Essential overnight resurfacing will take place on Sutton Road and Holwell Road from Friday 21 March in the latest phase of … More
Recommendation to demolish Henson Villas
Following consultation with residents living in Henson Villas, Hull City Council is recommending that the flats should be demolished and replaced with brand new homes for Hull council tenants. This … More
‘There’s no reason a flat city like Hull couldn’t become the cycling capital of Britain’
Reverend Canon Dominic Black cycles to work every day from his home in Victoria Dock to his place of work at Hull Minister in Trinity Square, Old Town.
The Vicar … More
Hull social workers share their stories as part of Social Work Week
Hull City Council is celebrating Social Work Week 2022, with stories from the people working in Children’s and Adults Social Work.
Claire Rutherford, principal social worker in Hull said: “Social … More
Hull City Council is calling for information from the public to help catch fly-tippers
Over the past few months, there have been multiple incidents of tyres being fly-tipped in Hull and surrounding areas.
Details are as follows:
- Approximately 70 tyres in the tenfoot to
Can we reach net zero? Oh Yes! Hull City Council joins forces with city partners to help Hull get to net zero
Hull City Council has joined forces with some of the biggest organisations in the area, including Reckitt, the University of Hull and Marketing Humber to support the launch the Oh … More
Hull to welcome Ukrainian refugees
Hull City Council has today welcomed the Government’s announcement of a scheme to provide homes and assistance to those fleeing the shocking and senseless invasion of Ukraine.
Leader of the … More
New plan to improve health for everyone in Hull
Hull Health and Wellbeing Board has launched its new Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy. The board is a partnership of organisations around the city and is dedicated to improving health … More
Conservation in Action: Volunteers lend a helping hand to conserve maritime objects
Volunteers are helping to conserve artefacts from Hull Maritime Museum.
Working with the Conservation and Engagement Officer, the small team of volunteers will carry out practical conservation tasks to ensure … More
Weekly roadworks update – March 11
Today, it was announced that work on a £6million highways improvement project would begin later this month.
As part of the Priory Way scheme, the highway will be widened to … More
Work to begin on £6m highways upgrade to drive Priory Park investment
A major highways improvement project will begin this month on Priory Way, paving the way for further development of the Priory Park East business park.
There are six remaining sites … More
Crematorium’s recycling boost for local bereavement charity
Stoneferry improvement scheme: Overnight resurfacing work on West Carr Lane
Essential overnight resurfacing will take place on West Carr Lane from Tuesday 15 March in the latest phase of the Stoneferry improvement scheme.
The work is expected to last … More
Hull shows huge support for Ukraine aid effort
Hull’s appeal for humanitarian aid for the people of Ukraine has seen such a huge response that organisers are opening new drop-off points and a larger storage facility.
Over the … More