70-strong flotilla will lead Humber Platinum Jubilee celebrations from Hull 1st February 2022 The Humber Estuary will provide the stage for a spectacular celebration and re-enactment to mark this year’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations. A flotilla of 70 vessels which will set sail from Hull Marina on Thursday 2 June – the official date of the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty’s coronation. The craft will range from small – […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on Councillor Daren HaleHull MarinaHumber flotillaPlatinum Jubilee celebrationsPlatinum Jubilee flotilla
Hull to host opening event of UNBOXED: Creativity in the UK 27th January 2022 Hull will host the first event of UNBOXED: Creativity in the UK, the UK’s “most ambitious celebration of creativity to date”. Hull is one of five places to be staging About Us, a spectacular, never before seen, free open-air event that combines live performances and multimedia installations to celebrate the entire history of the universe […] Read more Leisure & Culture News What's on 59 ProductionsAbout UsCouncillor Daren HaleMartin GreenNitin SawhneyRachel RileySimon ArmitageUNBOXED: Creativity in the UK
HEY! Volunteering is recruiting new members for the first time in two years 24th January 2022 HEY! Volunteering is on the lookout for new volunteers to help support expansion into the wider region. The programme, which launched for Hull’s tenure as UK City of Culture in 2017, is taking on new recruits for the first time in two years. The new application window will open on February 7 and close on […] Read more Community and Living Leisure & Culture News Councillor Daren HaleCouncillor Jonathan OwenHEY VolunteeringSpirit of 2012VHEYVisit Hull and East Yorkshire
Hull City Council supports local jobs, businesses and investment with new framework 21st January 2022 Hull City Council is awarding a new procurement framework contract to provide ease of access to the professional services it requires to facilitate investment into infrastructure within the city. Of the initial 14 suppliers being appointed onto the contract, 12 are based in Yorkshire and 9 of these are in Hull and the East Riding. […] Read more News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleHull City Council procurementHull City Council regeneration
Talented Hull artist to honour role of frontline workers during pandemic 11th January 2022 A rising local artist has been commissioned by Hull City Council to produce a piece of artwork recognising the vital contribution of frontline workers during the pandemic. Erin Ledsom is an embroidery artist from Hull and a recent graduate of the prestigious Royal College of Needlework. Her colourful and textured work often draws inspiration from […] Read more Ferens Leisure & Culture News Councillor Daren HaleErin LedsomFerens Open Exhibition
Check your train journey before travelling this Christmas 23rd December 2021 Travellers are being asked to check their journeys before travelling this Christmas, with some train services being subject to delays and cancellations due to staff shortages. Staff sickness is significantly higher than usual due to the spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant and other winter ailments. ⚠️ Due to lack of available staff, services across […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Daren HaleTrain staff shortages
Hull’s transformative £96m Albion Square development approved by Hull City Council’s Cabinet 20th December 2021 The £96m Albion Square development has been approved by Hull City Council’s Cabinet. The large development in Hull city centre will feature a mixture of residential, office and retail space, as well as a large urban park. The eco-friendly and environmentally responsible project will include solar panels, EV charging points and a bike hub where […] Read more Environment Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Albion Square HullCouncillor Daren HaleThree Ships MuralUrban park
Images reveal how iconic murals will feature as part of £96m Albion Square development 15th December 2021 New images have revealed how two historic murals could be preserved and exhibited as part of the £96m Albion Square development. The Fish Mural and the Sponge Mural, both currently situated on the upper floors of the former BHS Building, will be removed from the site before being returned to form key cultural features in […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Albion SquareCouncillor Daren HaleFish muralSponge Mural
Find out why dragons and sea creatures are appearing in Hull this Christmas 14th December 2021 Hull’s most famous faces and creatures are part of a new trail in the city centre this Christmas. The joint initiative from HullBID and Visit Hull is animating vacant retail units in the run-up to Christmas, with five windows decorated already and seven more to be transformed early in 2022. Councillor Daren Hale, leader of […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleDrunk AnimalHull BIDKathryn Shillito
Hull City Council services remain open following government’s Plan B announcement 10th December 2021 Hull City Council will continue to deliver full services following the government’s latest coronavirus guidance in response to the Omicron variant. The safety of staff and residents will continue to be a priority, with face coverings now required in certain settings. From today, unless you are exempt, you MUST wear a face covering when you […] Read more Coronavirus Customer Services News Councillor Daren HaleFerens Art GalleryHull City Council servicesHull Museums
Hammonds of Hull: City celebrates ‘incredible redevelopment’ of iconic building 2nd December 2021 Hull’s latest and eagerly anticipated visitor destination, Hammonds of Hull, opens its doors this weekend. The historic building, built in 1916, has undergone a dramatic transformation. The ground floor is now home to an artisan food hall, featuring flavours from all over the world and a large selection of products and fresh produce, many of […] Read more News Regeneration What's on Councillor Daren HaleHammonds of HullHull regenerationJake Gosling
Hull City Council leader Councillor Daren Hale’s statement on Integrated Rail Plan 18th November 2021 Councillor Daren Hale, leader of Hull City Council, said: “After the release of the long-awaited Integrated Transport Plan, it is an understatement to say we are extremely disappointed to learn of the Government’s decision to pull the plug on plans to electrify the lines in and out of Hull. “For some time now, the council […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Daren Haleintegrated rail plan
