Precautionary measures in place at Pearson Park Pond 14th July 2025 Hull City Council has taken swift action following reports of a suspected infestation of blue-green algae in Pearson Park Pond. Although water samples have been sent for specialist testing, early assessments indicate a 95% likelihood that blue-green algae is present. This naturally occurring algae, which is caused by the bacteria Cyanobacteria, can pose risks to both people […] Read more News Parks Councillor Rob PritchardPearson Parksafety
Body camera trial aims to enhance safety for parking officers 26th June 2025 In a move to improve safety, Hull City Council’s parking enforcement officers are set to trial the use of body cameras. Starting this month (June), civil enforcement officers (CEOs) will be equipped with body cameras during their daily duties. The trial aims to provide an additional layer of security for CEOs by documenting interactions with […] Read more News Transport & Streets civil enforcement officerCouncillor Mark Ieronimoparkingsafety
Hull City Council partners with Safer Roads Humber and Good Egg Safety CIC to host free event 9th April 2024 Hull City Council is proud to announce a collaborative effort with Safer Roads Humber and Good Egg Safety CIC to host a free child car seat checking event aimed at improving child safety in cars. This event presents a unique opportunity for parents and carers in Hull to meet with child seat experts and gain […] Read more News Transport & Streets eventSafer Roads Humbersafety
Hull City Council to invest in life-saving bleed control cabinets 15th July 2022 Hull City Council will be offering £1,000 in funding to help purchase two Emergency Bleed Control Cabinets for the city centre, which are designed to prevent catastrophic blood loss before paramedics have time to arrive. This follows an application for funding from the family of the late 23-year-old Corey Dobbe, who was tragically stabbed to […] Read more Children and families Community and Living Health and Social Care News Public Health bleed control kitsCorey DobbeCouncillor mike rossDaniel Baird FoundationHumberside Fire and RescueNHSsafetyYorkshire Ambulance Service