Hull star Lucy Beaumont backs city’s ambitious young entrepreneurs 6th July 2021 A famously funny Hull-born star is the latest to back a trailblazing initiative that supports enterprising young people in Hull. The John Cracknell Youth Enterprise Bank, which works in partnership with Hull City Council, offer grants of up to £1,000 for the region’s young people to finance business ideas. It has gained support from educationalists, […] Read more Business News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleCouncillor Steve WilsonHull Youth EnterpriseJohn Cracknell Youth Enterprise BankLucy Beaumont
Long-serving Lord Mayor reflects on a bumper reign 18th November 2020 As Hull’s 107th Lord Mayor prepares to hand over the chains and robes to his successor, Councillor Steve Wilson has reflected on his extended time in office, that began in May 2019. With almost 600 civic engagements under his belt and new Civic Crown awards handed out, Councillor Wilson has been very busy, despite a […] Read more Civic Council Government and Democracy News Councillor Steve WilsonLord Mayor
Hull’s Armistice Day service to be streamed live 10th November 2020 A service to mark Armistice Day will be broadcast live online tomorrow morning. The small event at Hull’s Cenotaph will be shown on the council’s YouTube channel and will also be available to view on the news Facebook and Twitter accounts. Starting at 10.50am, the 15 minute service will be introduced by Rev. John Hotchin […] Read more Civic News What's on Armistice DaycenotaphCouncillor Steve WilsonLord Mayor
Hull buildings illuminated in purple in statement against racism 3rd June 2020 Buildings in Hull city centre have been illuminated in purple tonight in a statement against racism. Councillor Steve Wilson, Hull’s Lord Mayor, said: “Hull is a multi-cultural city and we are united with those across the world who are struggling against racism and other forms of prejudice. “Reflecting our proud status as a City of […] Read more Civic News Councillor Steve WilsonLord Mayor
VE Day 75: How to stay safe and celebrate at home in Hull 7th May 2020 People who want to join in with this week’s VE Day 75 celebrations are being advised to pay tribute from the safety of our own homes. Hull City Council is supporting the advice being given by national organisers to mark 75 years since the end of the Second World War in Europe, which takes place […] Read more Cancellations Civic Coronavirus News Councillor Steve WilsonHull CenotaphLord MayorVE Day
Hull’s historic Arctic Corsair celebrates 60th birthday 28th February 2020 Hull’s last surviving distant-water sidewinder trawler, the Arctic Corsair, celebrates her 60th birthday on Saturday. The trawler was launched on 29 February 1960, ready to be fitted out to begin a long fishing career. Built in Beverley for the Boyd Line, the Arctic Corsair had a career that included a world-record catch and a collision […] Read more Leisure & Culture News Arctic CorsairCouncillor Steve WilsonHull: Yorkshire’s Maritime CityLord MayorMaritime
Dutch Cadets to visit Hull to trace steps of Second World War soldier 12th February 2020 Twenty-five Cadets and two teachers from the Netherlands will visit Hull as part of a project to trace the steps of a Second World War soldier. Corporal Richard Sydney Huitt, who began his military journey in Hull, was killed in action and buried in the grounds of the Cadets’ school in the Netherlands. The Cadets […] Read more Civic News Armed ForcesBereavement ServicesCouncillor Alan GardinerCouncillor Steve WilsonLord MayorVeterans Community Hub
General Election in Hull: Boxes ready for 128 polling stations 10th December 2019 Boxes are ready for 128 polling stations across three Hull constituencies ahead of Thursday’s General Election. Polling stations will be open from 7am to 10pm for people to vote on who represents their constituency in Parliament. In Hull, three MPs will be elected in Hull East, Hull North and Hull West and Hessle. In Hull […] Read more General Election News Councillor Steve WilsonelectionsGeneral Election 2019GuildhallHull EastHull NorthHull West and HessleLord Mayor
Hull’s first Christmas Tree Festival opened by Lord Mayor 4th December 2019 Hull’s first Christmas Tree Festival is now open at Hull Minster. The Lord Mayor, Councillor Steve Wilson opened the festival alongside Bishop Alan White, the Veterans’ Choir and a piper. Of 25 trees entered for display, judges named Ganton School’s tree the best and the team behind it will be invited for afternoon tea in […] Read more Christmas Civic News Christmas 2019Christmas HullCouncillor Steve WilsonHull MinsterLord Mayor
Rain can’t stop thousands turning out for Hull’s Christmas lights switch-on 15th November 2019 Despite the pouring rain, Hull city centre saw an incredible turnout for the Christmas lights switch-on. Thousands turned out for the moment that signalled the start of Christmas in the city as Lord Mayor Councillor Steve Wilson and special guests hit the big button to bathe Queen Victoria Square in festive illumination. Watch the switch-on […] Read more Christmas Civic Hull City Hall Leisure & Culture News Christmas 2019Councillor Steve WilsonHull Christmas 2019
Lord Mayor to bring new Christmas Tree Festival to Hull Minster 14th November 2019 Business and organisations have been invited to take part in a charity Christmas tree festival next month. The event will see decorated Christmas trees displayed at the Hull Minster. It takes place from Tuesday 3 to Sunday 8 December from 10am to 4pm. Funds will be raised for the Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal Fund, which […] Read more Christmas Civic News ChristmasChristmas 2019Christmas HullCouncillor Steve WilsonHull MinsterLord Mayor
Hull’s Christmas lights switch-on: All you need to know 11th November 2019 Hull’s stunning Christmas lights will be switched on by the Lord Mayor and special guests this week. Queen Victoria Square will come alive with light and sound installations on Thursday 14 November, with thousands expected to watch. Entertainment will get under way at 5pm, with performer Andy Train taking the reins as host on Hull […] Read more Christmas Civic News What's on ChristmasChristmas 2019Christmas lightsCouncillor Steve WilsonHull Christmas 2019Lord MayorQueen Victoria SquareSophie Carter