Hull culture hits Westminster
A delegation of Hull’s cultural sector are today heading to Westminster to reconnect with national partners.
The visit of 30 representatives from the city hope to send that message that … More
Cllr Mike Ross
“A can-do organisation, with a positive working environment” – praise for Hull City Council in Peer Challenge report
The passion and ambition for the city displayed by Hull City Council has received praise in a Local Government Association (LGA) Corporate Peer Challenge report.
The report highlights that a … More
Hull Business Breakfast returns
The first of three business breakfasts hosted by Hull City Council in 2025 will take place this Thursday, 13 February.
Hull Business Breakfast will enable visitors to learn more about … More
Budget proposals: Council Leader Mike Ross sets out plans for “cleaner, safer and fairer Hull”
Updated: Full Council has today, 27 February, approved the budget for 2025/26.
Hull City Council has published the Leader’s proposed budget for 2025/26.
The proposals are to be discussed at … More
Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority to begin work
The long-awaited Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority can now officially begin its work after the final steps were taken by the Government to create the new body.
The signing … More
Major landmarks to turn purple for Holocaust Memorial Day
Iconic buildings in Hull are to be lit up purple to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.
The annual day of remembrance occurs each year on 27 January.
This year has added … More
Christmas card competition winners announced
Two designs by young people have been chosen to form Hull City Council’s Christmas e-card for 2024.
Winning entries were selected after a competition in schools during last month.
A … More
Councillors approve building blocks to achieve the vision for Hull
How Hull City Council will contribute to the overall ambitions and priorities for Hull in the coming years can now be put in place, after Full Council approved the new … More
Hull City Council pays tribute to Lord Prescott
Hull City Council is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Lord Prescott, who has died at the age of 86.
The former Deputy Prime Minister represented the city … More
C.R. Reynolds appointed to continue the transformation of Hull’s Queens Gardens
Hull City Council has today confirmed the appointment of local civil engineering firm, C.R. Reynolds, to continue the extensive refurbishment of Queens Gardens, the city centre’s most iconic green space.… More
Boost for Hull’s Santa Squad
A campaign led by school children to ensure no youngsters in Hull are left without a present this Christmas has received a boost from Hull City Council.
Santa Squad is … More
Business leaders to champion local economy as Hull and East Yorkshire devolution moves one step closer
The economic boost to be delivered by devolution has moved another step closer as council leaders have brought 22 business leaders together to form Hull and East Yorkshire’s new Business … More
Young people to design Hull City Council’s Christmas card
School children in Hull have been invited to create a design for Hull City Council’s official Christmas e-card.
Posters are going up in primary and secondary schools, asking pupils to … More
Hull City Council Leader signs up for the Big Sleep Out
Hull City Council Leader Cllr Mike Ross will be participating in the Big Sleep Out at Craven Park on Thursday 7 November. The fundraising event is aiming to raise vital … More
Hull City Council Leader urges government to help to safeguard key services
Leader of Hull City Council, Cllr Mike Ross, has today sent a letter to government ahead of Wednesday’s Budget Statement outlining the urgent support required for Hull.
The letter, addressed … More
Extra help for pensioners affected by Winter Fuel Payment cut
Pensioners in Hull who have been affected by the Government’s cuts to the Winter Fuel Payment may be in line for extra help from the City Council.
Senior councillors have … More
Free Hull Business Breakfast returns
Businesses in Hull are invited to a free insightful and inspirational breakfast event next month.
Hull Business Breakfast aims to provide local businesses with information on the latest support offerings … More
Vietnamese delegates learn of region’s offshore wind success
Delegates from Vietnam visited Hull this week as the council demonstrated the success of the region’s offshore wind industry and its programmes, such as Green Port Hull.
Around 25 representatives … More
Vision for Hull endorsed by Cabinet
UPDATE: Full Council voted to endorse the Council Plan at a meeting on Thursday 21 November 2024.
Hull City Council’s priorities for the next four years have been set out, … More
Leaders welcome news of devolution deal sign off
Cllr Mike Ross and Cllr Anne Handley, leaders of Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council respectively, have welcomed the news that creation of Hull and East Yorkshire’s … More
Hull City Council staff shortlisted in multiple national awards
Staff working in Adult Social Care and Children’s Services across Hull City Council have been shortlisted for a number of national awards.
The council have been shortlisted in the national … More
Lights will guide you… to Hull!
Following this morning’s huge news that Coldplay will head to East Yorkshire next year as part of their Music Of The Spheres World Tour 2025, the City of Hull is … More
One punch can be a killer punch – Council supports One Punch Awareness Week
Hull City Council is marking One Punch Awareness Week, which runs from Monday 16 September.
Over the last five years, there have been 82 deaths because of one punch attacks … More
Help available for Hull pensioners
Pensioners in Hull are being urged to check what financial help they may be able to access, including Pension Credit.
The Government is planning changes to the Winter Fuel … More
Council Leader calls for urgent clarity over Household Support Fund’s future
Cllr Mike Ross, leader of Hull City Council, has welcomed the government’s decision to extend the Household Support Fund, but sought clarification over long-term support for those most vulnerable.
Work … More
Council backs rat trail
Hull City Council has announced it is supporting a major cultural trail to be held in 2025, as details of a commitment of funds to Puffins Galore Ltd have been … More
‘We condemn the criminality, racism, hatred and violence we witnessed in our streets’
A joint message from Cllr Mike Ross, Leader of Hull City Council, and Matt Jukes, Chief Executive at Hull City Council.
Dear resident,
We are writing to you following one … More
Council Leader condemns ‘disgraceful behaviour’ in city centre
Statement from Councillor Mike Ross, Leader of Hull City Council:
“Today, I speak on behalf of the overwhelming majority of Hull residents as I condemn the appalling scenes witnessed in … More
Nighttime economy boost as Iron Lilies opens
Hull’s city centre evening economy and hospitality sector is set to receive a huge boost as new late-night bar and restaurant Iron Lilies officially opens today, Friday 12 July, thanks … More
Hull to remember Srebrenica victims
Srebrenica Memorial Day will once again be marked in Hull, as an annual event will take place at the Guildhall.
Members of the Bosnia and Herzegovina community will gather to … More
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