Councillor Daren Hale

View article £2m cycling investment works in Hull now under way

£2m cycling investment works in Hull now under way

9th October 2019

Work to upgrade the national cycle route as part of the Stoneferry Corridor project has begun. As part of the multi-million-pound scheme, the national cycle route will undergo an extensive repair and refresh programme to ensure that cyclists have a safe and accessible way to get across Stoneferry Corridor. Works will include vegetation clearance, paving […]

View article Council ‘desperately disappointed’ as asbestos survey rules out retaining Three Ships mural

Council ‘desperately disappointed’ as asbestos survey rules out retaining Three Ships mural

8th October 2019

The Three Ships mural cannot be retained as part of the Albion Square development after a specialist survey found dangerously high levels of asbestos, it has been revealed. The survey by national specialists The Testing Lab found the development is “heavily contaminated” with a high-risk asbestos product, which is also evident in the core structure […]

View article ‘Game-changer for Hull’ as £13.6m maritime grant is approved

‘Game-changer for Hull’ as £13.6m maritime grant is approved

2nd October 2019

A huge project to protect and promote Hull’s maritime history will become a reality after the approval of a £13.6m grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City project is the next major phase in the regeneration of Hull as a historic maritime city. It will see Hull Maritime Museum, Dock […]

View article Hull’s barriers are back – but only for a short time

Hull’s barriers are back – but only for a short time

30th September 2019

Minor repair works of Hull’s newly paved streets will get under way on Tuesday 1 October, with work scheduled for Paragon Square, Jameson Street, King Edward Street, Queen Victoria Square, Whitefriargate and Humber Street. Residents and visitors will see a return of orange barriers to the city centre, but only for the duration of the […]

View article See Whitefriargate regeneration plans at city centre exhibition

See Whitefriargate regeneration plans at city centre exhibition

27th September 2019

Plans for the regeneration of Whitefriargate will go on show on Tuesday 1 October as the Humber High Street Challenge Fund grant scheme is launched. The historic street in Hull city centre will receive £1m as part of the scheme that will provide £1.95m in funding across the four Humber authorities. An event at 15 […]

View article Hull Ice Arena closed for essential repair work

Hull Ice Arena closed for essential repair work

26th September 2019

Hull Ice Arena has closed until further notice due to essential maintenance work. An issue with the arena’s gas supply has affected the building’s air conditioning system, which could cause problems with the surface of the ice. It has also affected the arena’s hot water supply. The work is expected to be completed next week. […]

View article House of Fraser in Hull to become artisan food market

House of Fraser in Hull to become artisan food market

19th September 2019

Hull’s old House of Fraser building is set to be converted into an artisan food market. Plans for a stylish food hall in part of the building have been revealed on signage added to its exterior. And proposals carry a name that Hull shoppers will recognise – Hammonds of Hull, in a nod to the […]

View article £1.75m boost for Whitefriargate regeneration

£1.75m boost for Whitefriargate regeneration

14th September 2019

Whitefriargate is to receive up to £1.75m as part of a £95m nationwide funding pot from Historic England. Councillor Daren Hale, portfolio holder for regeneration and economic investment, said: “Whitefriargate is a vital part of Hull’s city centre and the council has been proactively looking at ways to regenerate the area. I’m delighted that we […]

View article £1.2m improvements planned for Hull city centre

£1.2m improvements planned for Hull city centre

6th September 2019

Hull City Council is set invest a further £1.2 million into public realm improvements in the city centre. The investment will improve areas on Brook Street and Prospect Street and improve links with St Stephen’s shopping centre, Prospect Centre and the proposed Albion Square development. Councillor Daren Hale, portfolio holder for regeneration and economic investment, […]

View article Contractor named for Hull’s major Albion Square development

Contractor named for Hull’s major Albion Square development

6th September 2019

A contractor has been appointed to carry out the multi-million pound Albion Square development. VINCI Construction UK will carry out the design and construction of the development, which will feature high-quality retail, housing, leisure and enhanced parking facilities set around an enclosed courtyard. The site has also been identiﬁed as a potential home for a […]

View article Hull’s major maritime project is given go-ahead by Planning Committee

Hull’s major maritime project is given go-ahead by Planning Committee

4th September 2019

Plans to transform some of Hull’s maritime treasures have been given the go-ahead by planners. The decision by Hull City Council’s Planning Committee now means if the £13.6m bid to the National Lottery Heritage Fund is successful, 800 years of Hull’s seafaring history would be protected and promoted by the creation the best maritime trail […]

View article Hull backs calls for ‘Northern Budget’ to deliver infrastructure boost

Hull backs calls for ‘Northern Budget’ to deliver infrastructure boost

15th August 2019

Hull City Council is backing calls by northern leaders for the Government to commit to a “Northern Budget” to boost the region’s economic fortunes. The calls asks the Government to deliver on commitments promised as part of the Northern Powerhouse agenda. It is being backed by the Transport for the North, which represents more than […]