Hull’s Rose Bowl will flourish this summer despite coronavirus
The Rose Bowl fountain, surrounded by a vibrant array of flowers in Queens Gardens, has been the jewel in the crown of Hull city centre’s green spaces for many years.… More
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Do not ignore medical needs during coronavirus pandemic, Hull residents urged
Health professionals in Hull have urged residents to continue to seek medical help for issues other than coronavirus.
Residents are urged to stay away from GPs and hospitals if they … More
‘I can’t express enough pride in these bright young people’
A walk-by food hub has been launched to help Hull’s young care leavers who may need food and supplies during the coronavirus outbreak. Mark Jones, Hull City Council’s Director of … More
Hull Helpline response ‘overwhelming’ as hundreds step up
Hull’s response to the coronavirus epidemic has been described as “overwhelming” after voluntary organisations united and hundreds of people stepped up to support to the city’s most vulnerable residents.
Hull … More
Waste collections in Hull fully operational despite coronavirus outbreak
Waste collections in Hull have remained fully operational during the coronavirus outbreak.
Only bulky item collections have been affected since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to Doug Sharp, … More
Hull’s benefit calculator adjusted to reflect coronavirus impact
Hull City Council has made changes to its benefit calculator to take into account the impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
During the pandemic, some residents have experienced a drop in … More
Coronavirus: Free workouts delivered into your home
With many leisure facilities in Hull now closed, residents are turning to home workouts as a way of stay fit while in coronavirus lockdown.
Now fitness coaches from Hull City … More
Animals at East Park continue to receive first-class care during coronavirus
While East Park’s Animal Education Centre is closed to the public, its residents are still very much in need of care.
The centre houses about 200 animals including alpaca, goats, … More
Three schemes helping Hull businesses during coronavirus
Businesses in Hull and the Humber are being urged to take advantage of support during the coronavirus outbreak.
Three Humber Business Growth Hub schemes are already helping firms deal with … More
Support and information available as domestic abuse escalates
COVID-19 may have a significant impact on the lives of those affected by domestic abuse, and those affected are urged to consider their safety and know that support remains available.… More
Coronavirus: Hull Central Library lends support to university’s face shield production
Hull Central Library is the latest in a long list of places to lend its support in the battle against coronavirus.
The library’s Makerspace facility, which usually helps individuals, … More
Beat the boredom this Easter with Hull’s Tenant Participation Team
Life during social distancing doesn’t have to be lonely or boring.
Hull City Council’s Tenant Participation Team has developed a package of fun and creative activities posted daily online on … More
Hull sees significant reduction in traffic levels
The city has seen a significant drop in traffic levels as residents and workers listen to government advice in the battle against coronavirus.
The data, from the Urban Observatory, … More
Choose saving lives over sunshine this weekend, says Hull’s director of Public Health
Hull residents have been urged to put safety before sunshine over the bank holiday.
The city’s hospitals warned this week that a significant surge in coronavirus cases is predicted “within … More
Train passengers warned against non-essential travel over Easter weekend
Train passengers have been issued fresh warnings to ahead of the Easter bank holiday weekend.
Train operators British Transport Police, TransPennine Express and Northern have joined forces to remind people … More
Businesses in Hull urged to access online support during coronavirus
Businesses in the Hull and Humber region are being urged to take advantage of online support to help them deal with the impact of Covid-19.
A series of webinars organised … More
Coronavirus: Wilson Centre closed to customers
The Wilson Centre has closed to the public to meet Government guidelines on coronavirus.
Customers should instead visit www.hullcc.gov.uk, email [email protected] or call 01482 300300.
Those looking for help … More
Face shields made at University of Hull to help coronavirus fight across UK
New face shield designs produced by engineers at the University of Hull could increase production of the life-saving equipment across the UK.
The university is leading a collaboration to produce … More
Motorist caught speeding at 70mph in Beverley Road
Drivers in Hull are being warned to observe speed limits after a motorist was recorded speeding at 70mph in Beverley Road.
A second motorist was also detected driving at 80mph … More
£23m in grant funding paid out to Hull businesses hit by coronavirus
More than £23m in grant funding has been handed over to Hull businesses hit by coronavirus since an online application form went live on Friday.
The local authority is distributing … More
Coronavirus: Early years childcare advice for key workers
Hull City Council’s Family Information Service (FIS) is providing advice to key workers and families with vulnerable children about childcare options in Hull.
The service is in daily contact with … More
New mortuary to be built in Hull in response to Covid-19
A new temporary mortuary is to be provided in Hull in response to the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic.
The facility will be sited at Plot 44C Stockholm Road, the former McBride’s … More
Online form for Hull businesses to apply for grant funding is now live
An online form allowing businesses in Hull to apply for grant funding is now live.
The facility will allow Hull City Council to distribute £58m in funding to firms across … More
Coronavirus: Schools in Hull to remain open across Easter
Schools across Hull will remain open for children who need to attend across Easter during the coronavirus outbreak.
Schools will remain open to children of key workers and for vulnerable … More
Housing staff taking extra precaution to help stop spread of coronavirus
Hull City Council is taking every precaution to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.
Housing staff – who are more accustomed to using sprays to control weeds – are spraying … More
Warning over coronavirus misinformation in Hull
A national warning about coronavirus misinformation has been backed by Julia Weldon, director of Public Health at Hull City Council.
The Government is cracking down on the spread of false … More
Hull businesses will be able to apply for grant funding soon
Businesses in Hull are expected to be able to apply for grant funding from the end of the week when an online form goes live.
Hull City Council will distribute … More
NHS staff to benefit from dedicated bus service
Bus company Stagecoach has launched a dedicated shuffle service for NHS staff in Hull.
The buses will provide crucial transport links for key health workers commuting home from Hull Royal … More
Council tax in Hull reduced by £150 in low-income households
Hull City Council is to reduce council tax by up to £150 per year for low-income households during the coronavirus pandemic.
It will see all 20,000 working age claimants of … More
Coronavirus: Chanterlands Avenue Crematorium to close to the public
The Chanterlands Avenue Crematorium will close to the public from tomorrow, Wednesday 1 April, except for funerals and burials.
It follows Health Protection Regulations which stipulate that a crematorium or … More