Expansion of west Hull school will offer new opportunities
Work is to begin on a £6 million expansion of The Boulevard Academy, which will increase student capacity and enable the school to offer new courses from September 2022.
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Hull City Council doubles fleet of electric vehicles in six months
Hull City Council has taken a major step forward in its push to become carbon neutral by 2030 after doubling its electric battery-powered fleet vehicles (BEVs) in just six months.… More
Liam no longer in ‘dark place’ thanks to Hull’s new career initiative
Unemployed young people in Hull are being urged to take advantage of a new career and training opportunity.
Hull holiday homes manufacturer Willerby has joined forces with the Springboard Youth … More
School measures in Hull remain until the end of term, to reduce the spread of Covid
Hull’s Public Health Director, Julia Weldon, has written to schools in Hull to request they continue with the measures they have put in place until the end of the school … More
‘I know I speak on behalf of the city, when I express huge gratitude to school staff, pupils and parents’
Hull schools break for summer this week, and Councillor Shane McMurray, Portfolio Holder for Children’s Services, is taking the opportunity to thank schools, pupils and parents for their hard work … More
Community events welcome all as Eid-Al-Adha is celebrated in Hull
Two community events today (Tuesday July 20) will give people a chance to meet and reconnect.
The celebrations, taking place on Peel Park, Peel Street, and next to Pearson Park, … More
Volunteers deliver guided tours showcasing Hull’s maritime heritage
A small team of volunteers are delivering a maritime themed guided tour, showcasing Hull’s historic maritime sites around the city centre.
Volunteers are currently undertaking the accredited qualification – the … More
Hull to host week-long comic book festival featuring V for Vendetta illustrator David Lloyd
Marking the BBC’s 100 Novels that Shaped Our World, Hull Libraries will be celebrating the amazing impact of comic novels with a host of workshops, talks and story times next … More
Osborne Street car park to close overnight
Hull City Council has made the decision to close Osborne Street car park overnight.
The car park will now be open from 7am to 7.30pm Monday to Saturday, and 8.15am … More
Cruise Terminal Project to tender for specialists
Hull City Council has today published a decision record that will allow for the tender of a specialist engineer and architect to work with the council and take forward the … More
Weekly roadworks update
People are being reminded to plan their journeys before travelling around Hull this weekend.
As the city undergoes vital improvements to the road and transport infrastructure, motorists are advised to … More
Hull unemployment rate falling as city recovers from pandemic
The number of people in Hull claiming unemployment benefit has fallen for a fourth consecutive month, according to the latest figures.
The unemployment claimant rate in the city has fallen … More
Coronavirus: as restrictions end, caution must not
Ahead of the removal of most remaining Coronavirus restrictions on Monday (July 19), people in Hull have been urged to continue to take care of each other and be aware … More
How changes to restrictions on Monday will effect Hull Museums
On Monday 19 July, the country will reach stage 4 of the government’s roadmap out of lockdown.
Following the announcement from government, Hull Museums are looking forward to being able … More
Popular route in east Hull to benefit from safer cycle lanes
Major new cycle lane upgrades to encourage people to travel more actively in Hull will begin next week.
The improvements in Holderness Road will create a safer environment for cyclists … More
Young Mayor selected by Hull’s young people
Young People in Hull have selected the city’s third Young Mayor.
Amelia Franczak, aged 12, from St Mary’s College, was selected from 35 young people who applied.
The Young Mayor’s … More
30 free bikes help students get into gear
Students from Adelaide Primary School have been given free bikes to encourage more active travel.
30 students were loaned the bikes for one year as part of a scheme called … More
Rugby League World Cup 2021 organisers on schedule to deliver trailblazing tournament
With just 100 days to go until the opening match, Rugby League World Cup 2021 organisers have today (15 July) confirmed that the trailblazing event will go ahead as scheduled … More
Young traders celebrated at Trinity Market this weekend
Hull’s Young Traders Market returns this Saturday, 17 July, at Trinity Market in Hull.
The Young Traders Market programme aims to encourage young entrepreneurs, aged 16-30, to use markets as … More
Middle Child return to the stage with a cabaret in Queens Gardens
Eighteen months after their last live performance, Middle Child will return to the stage this month with a brand-new cabaret, performed outdoors in Queens Gardens.
we used to be closer … More
Motorists reminded to use bus lanes when allowing emergency vehicles to pass
Motorists in Hull are being reminded to let emergency service vehicles pass, to avoid serious delays which can result in life-threatening consequences.
The reminder comes after an increasing number of … More
Hull’s weekly roadworks update
Essential works to improve Hull’s infrastructure continues this week.
A breakdown of planned works taking place across the city has been detailed below, including future works, so motorists can plan … More
Children receiving free school meals to be given £15 a week vouchers over summer
Children who live in Hull and are currently receiving free school meals will be given vouchers of £15 a week throughout the summer holidays.
Around 12,500 families currently receive free … More
Re-use shop reopens for residents to shop and donate for a good cause
High-quality hospice care including family bereavement support, therapy sessions and music therapy are just some of the ways in which donations to the Electricals Re-use Shop has helped local families.… More
Remembering Srebrenica
Hull City Council is supporting the Srebrenica Memorial Day through two acts of remembrance.
This Sunday, 11 July, marks 26 years since the Bosnian genocide in Srebrenica, where more than … More
Hull star Lucy Beaumont backs city’s ambitious young entrepreneurs
A famously funny Hull-born star is the latest to back a trailblazing initiative that supports enterprising young people in Hull.
The John Cracknell Youth Enterprise Bank, which works in partnership … More
Hull City Council wants everyone to understand the signs of child exploitation
Hull City Council wants young people, parents, carers, professionals and communities to understand the signs of child exploitation, to help protect young people in Hull.
Humberside PCC has developed some … More
Hull’s thriving Fruit Market records busiest month ever
Hull’s popular Fruit Market has recorded its highest ever monthly footfall figures, as businesses begin to bounce back from the coronavirus pandemic.
Humber Street, in the heart of the Fruit … More
Hull venues reaffirm commitment to put city’s music scene on the map
Some of Hull’s biggest and most prestigious venues have met for the first time in almost 18 months to promote the area as a City of Music.
The Hull City … More
Say hello to a summer of fun!
A summer schedule packed with activities is heading to Hull. From bug-hunting and den-building to street dance, story-telling and circus skills and everything in between, there really will be something … More