Lord Mayor welcomes twin city representative 19th August 2024 The Lord Mayor has welcomed an official representative from one of Hull’s twin cities to the Guildhall. Councillor Mark Collinson hosted David Robinson, who represented the US city of Raleigh. Although he now lives and works in the state of North Carolina, David was born and raised in Hull. He said: “It was wonderful to […] Read more Civic News Cllr Mark CollinsonGuildhall
Hull to remember Srebrenica victims 9th July 2024 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 remember the thousands of people killed in the genocide between 1992 and 1995. It will happen on Thursday 11 July, which is the anniversary of […] Read more Civic News Cllr Mike RossGuildhallSrebrenica Memorial Day
Lord Mayor’s Civic Service to take place 19th June 2024 The annual Lord Mayor’s Civic Service will take place at Hull Minster on Sunday 23 June. All are welcome, with the service starting at 2.00pm. A civic procession will take place beforehand, starting at the Guildhall at 1.40pm. It will be led by the Humberside Police band, which will also lead the procession back to […] Read more Civic News Cllr Mark CollinsonGuildhallLord Mayor
111th Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull installed 23rd May 2024 The new Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber, Councillor Mark Collinson, has been installed at a ceremony at the Guildhall today. Councillor Collinson was elected at a Full Council meeting on Thursday 16 May as Lord Mayor for the city for the 2024/2025 mayoral year. The installation ceremony took place […] Read more Civic Council Government and Democracy News Cllr Mark CollinsonGuildhallLord Mayor
Civic Funeral for Honorary Alderman Gemmell 2nd May 2024 A civic funeral service for Honorary Alderman David Gemmell will take place next week. The former Lord Mayor died in March, at the age of 83. The service will take place at Hull Minster on Friday 10 May at 10am, where all are welcome. A civic procession will take place beforehand, travelling from the Guildhall […] Read more Civic News GuildhallHull MinsterLord Mayor
Open Space Community Network successfully launches in Hull 18th April 2024 A Community Network to shape the future of Hull’s green and open spaces launched in the Guildhall this week. Hull City Council is delighted to announce the successful launch of the Hull Open Space Community Network. This groundbreaking initiative was designed to foster collaboration, enhance community involvement, and champion the preservation and development of Hull’s […] Read more Environment News GuildhallParks and Open Spaces
Open day for newly refurbished Guildhall Ceremony Room 5th April 2024 The Ceremony Room at the magnificent Guildhall in Hull has undergone an impressive transformation, and anyone considering a marriage or similar occasion will have the chance to have a look. Works have taken place over the last 2 months to completely freshen up the room, creating a new, modern facility. An open day will now […] Read more Customer Services News GuildhallHull City Council Registration Service
Lord Mayor to host Music Bingo Charity Night 13th March 2024 The Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull will raise more money for local good causes when he hosts a Music Bingo Charity Night next month. The event will take place on Friday 12 April 2024, and will be held in the magnificent setting of the Banqueting Hall in The Guildhall. The fun night will incorporate […] Read more Civic News Councillor Kalvin NealGuildhallLord Mayor
Ukraine invasion anniversary to be marked 23rd February 2024 Hull City Council has shown support for Ukraine, ahead of the second anniversary this Saturday of Russia’s full-scale invasion. The country’s flag is flying from the Guildhall’s Peace Garden, amid a series of events where Ukrainian people have been welcomed to the city. Leader of Hull City Council, Councillor Mike Ross, said: “We continue to […] Read more Civic News Cllr Mike RossGuildhallLord Mayor Cllr Kalvin NealUkraine
Charity quiz night to be held at The Guildhall 19th February 2024 A quiz night to benefit the Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal Fund is to be held at The Guildhall on Tuesday 12 March. The 30th annual staging of the event will see teams compete for the Trevor Stark Memorial Trophy. Paul Towse will serve as quiz master for the always-popular event. Tickets are £10 per person, […] Read more Civic News Cllr Kalvin NealGuildhallLord Mayor
Devolution and budget on the menu at Hull Business Breakfast 22nd January 2024 Businesses in Hull can learn more about Hull and East Yorkshire’s devolution proposals, as well as Hull City Council’s upcoming budget forecast, at a business breakfast in the Guildhall next month. Hull Business Breakfast will begin with a welcome from Hull City Council’s assistant director for economic development and regeneration, Alex Codd, before featuring an […] Read more Business Devolution News BudgetBusiness BreakfastDevolutionGuildhall
Life of ‘Mr Hull’ celebrated 13th November 2023 An event has taken place to celebrate the life of Hull City Council Director of Regeneration Mark Jones. Mark died in September, at the age of 66, following a short illness. Known affectionately by many as ‘Mr Hull’, he was awarded an MBE in 2016 in recognition of his dedication and commitment to economic regeneration […] Read more News Regeneration Cllr Hester BridgesCllr Mike RossGuildhallLord MayorMark JonesMatt JukesStephen Brady
