Cllr Linda Chambers

View article Empty housing scheme to be brought back into use in Hull

Empty housing scheme to be brought back into use in Hull

A former sheltered housing scheme in Hull is to be transformed into high-quality accommodation for people with learning disabilities. Charles Brady Court will offer 36 self-contained flats, including dedicated respite apartments, helping people live more independently with the right support. (Charles Brady Court. Picture: Google Earth) Portfolio holder for Adult Services at Hull City Council, […]

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View article Connect to Work to help thousands into employment

Connect to Work to help thousands into employment

A voluntary programme aimed at helping thousands of people in Hull and the East Riding into employment will begin this autumn, with information sessions for businesses and providers to start next week. Connect to Work, a new Support Employment programme funded by the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP), will support disabled people and individuals […]

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View article Free online sessions launched for Safeguarding Adults Week

Free online sessions launched for Safeguarding Adults Week

The Hull and East Riding Safeguarding Adults Boards have worked in partnership to develop a comprehensive programme of free online learning sessions to support this year’s Safeguarding Adults Week and the Ann Craft Trust. Building on the success of Safeguarding Adults Week 2023, the safeguarding partners have expanded the range of topics covered this year. […]

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View article CDC moves step closer as professional services team appointed

CDC moves step closer as professional services team appointed

High-quality and easily accessible health facilities in Hull city centre have moved a step closer after a contractor was appointed to support the delivery of a Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC). Ridge and Partners LLP has been awarded a Multi-Disciplinary Services Team (MDST) contract by Hull City Council to support the provision of the CDC on […]

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View article Hull launches Milk Trail – highlighting city’s breastfeeding-friendly venues

Hull launches Milk Trail – highlighting city’s breastfeeding-friendly venues

A new trail around Hull city centre highlights some of the best places for breastfeeding. The Milk Trail shines a light on nine venues where anyone breastfeeding their baby can find a comfortable spot and a supportive atmosphere. A specially created map guides visitors to the nine locations – and also includes a quiz about […]

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View article Albion Square CDC plans approved

Albion Square CDC plans approved

Construction work will begin shortly for the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) on Albion Square after planning approval was granted with conditions. Hull City Council’s planning committee approved plans for the £18m NHS facility which will welcome thousands of patients annually, relieving the strain on acute hospitals whilst also creating around 100 local jobs. The CDC […]

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View article Councillors to consider £18m NHS facility proposed for Albion Square

Councillors to consider £18m NHS facility proposed for Albion Square

NHS patients could soon be able to access a wide range of healthcare in the city centre if a proposed £18m Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC), earmarked for Albion Square, if approved by Cabinet on Monday 18 December. The NHS has secured £16m in funding from the Department of Health and Social Care to develop a […]

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View article Semi-derelict listed building to be converted into assisted living centre

Semi-derelict listed building to be converted into assisted living centre

Works are to begin imminently to create a much-needed assisted living centre in Hull. Netherhall on Wawne Road will see the former Hull City Council corporate office converted into the facility by Hull-based care specialist Urban Wave Ltd. Planning consent has been obtained by the developer for 10 apartments in the historic Netherhall and eight […]

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