Cllr Paul Drake Davis

View article Cabinet to consider extension to city centre street trading

Cabinet to consider extension to city centre street trading

7th September 2023

Proposals for an extension to the street trading area in Albion Square, to include parts of Jameson Street and Prospect Street, are to be considered by Hull City Council’s Cabinet later this month. The council has received additional enquiries from prospective street traders and the proposals would also allow a wider variety of merchants, enhancing […]

View article Enterprising young people invited to pitch ideas to TV business expert as part of Be Inspired Day

Enterprising young people invited to pitch ideas to TV business expert as part of Be Inspired Day

5th September 2023

Young people in Hull are being urged to pitch their enterprising ideas to a television business expert for the chance to win cash prizes and free mentorship. The Adam Corbally Enterprise Challenge has been arranged the John Cracknell Youth Enterprise Bank and Adam Corbally of Enterprise Days, alongside Yorkshire in Business and Engaging Education as […]

View article Levelling Up Funding supports non-profit organisation

Levelling Up Funding supports non-profit organisation

4th September 2023

A charitable organisation providing support to vulnerable adults in Hull will soon enjoy new and improved office space thanks to Levelling Up Funding. MRC Estates and Letting Agents Limited and its not-for-profit sister of company, CU Support, has been granted £54,402.98 for the restoration to the ground floor of 2-4 Baker Street. Full planning permission […]

View article Contractor bids wanted for exciting new high ropes course

Contractor bids wanted for exciting new high ropes course

1st September 2023

Bids are invited to construct an exhilarating new high ropes course at Hull Karting. Hull City Council obtained planning permission in January to build the high ropes course as it aims to develop and improve the community offer and experience at Hull Karting, providing the best up-to-date facilities for residents and visitors of Hull. A […]

View article Hepworth’s Arcade project progresses thanks to Historic England grant

Hepworth’s Arcade project progresses thanks to Historic England grant

17th August 2023

Detailed surveying as part of Hepworth’s Arcade repair and renovation project will soon take place thanks to Hull City Council being awarded a Project Development Grant worth £96,000 from Historic England. The surveys will help the council to understand the most suitable repair methods to preserve the heritage of the Grade II listed arcade. The […]

View article New city centre eatery receives Levelling Up Funding

New city centre eatery receives Levelling Up Funding

9th August 2023

Visitors to Hull city centre will soon be able to enjoy a taste of both France and Taiwan thanks to Levelling Up Funding (LUF). Crepes & Bubbles Whitefriargate Limited will receive £101,800 for the proposed conversion of a redundant unit to open as a takeaway food and beverage shop selling crepes and bubble tea. The […]

View article Levelling Up boost for new late-night bar and restaurant

Levelling Up boost for new late-night bar and restaurant

8th August 2023

Hull city centre’s nighttime and hospitality sector has received a huge boost courtesy of Levelling Up Funding. A grant of £750,000 has been awarded to Tokyo Industries (Yorkshire) Ltd, trading as Iron Lilies, bringing a new late-night bar and restaurant. The funding is from monies awarded to Hull City Council in 2021 by the Department […]

View article Huge boost for Whitefriargate heritage project

Huge boost for Whitefriargate heritage project

21st July 2023

A regeneration project for a historic building in Whitefriargate has received a huge boost thanks to significant grant funding. Trinity House Charity, part of Hull Trinity House, has been awarded £198,171 from the Levelling Up Fund (LUF) and a further £56,620 funding through the Whitefriargate High Street Heritage Action Zone. The LUF is funded through […]

View article Register your place at Employment Hub’s Recruitment Event

Register your place at Employment Hub’s Recruitment Event

14th July 2023

Those looking for work or seeking alternative job opportunities are invited to a recruitment drive at Hull’s Guildhall. The Recruitment Event is being hosted by Hull City Council’s Employment Hub and is completely free to members of the public. It will allow potential candidates to meet employers which will be showcasing a range of jobs […]

View article Cabinet to consider Place Pilot invitation

Cabinet to consider Place Pilot invitation

13th July 2023

Accepting an invitation for Hull to be part of the government’s Place Pilot scheme will be discussed at Hull City Council’s July Cabinet. The council was invited back in February to join the Place Pilot. The scheme aims to bring together all public asset owner in each place – central government organisations, councils and other […]

View article Funding boost for musicians and creatives in Hull

Funding boost for musicians and creatives in Hull

7th July 2023

Hull City Council is supporting musicians and creative people in the city via two new projects. The two-year industry development programmes are focussed on the creative industry and the music industry. The programmes are funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), after successful bidding by Hull City Council. The UKSPF is a key part […]

View article Cabinet to be updated on Hull’s Levelling Up Partnership progress

Cabinet to be updated on Hull’s Levelling Up Partnership progress

7th July 2023

Hull has been selected as one of 20 places in the government’s move to create Levelling Up Partnerships. The opportunity for Hull to enter this partnership will be considered by the council’s July Cabinet, as well as scrutinised by the Economy and Environment Scrutiny commission. The partnership would see the city being part of a […]