Visit Hull and East Yorkshire launch Hullywood photography competition
An appeal for Hullywood photographs is being made ahead of the launch of a new visitor guide, with the chance to win an exciting prize.
Residents and visitors have the … More
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Hull to celebrate 20 years of Global Entrepreneurship Week
The city of Hull is to celebrate the 20th year of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) next week.
GEW was founded to celebrate and empower entrepreneurs in every country and community … More
Hull City Council weekly traffic and travel update – 27 October
Here is the latest breakdown of scheduled and emergency works taking place across Hull over the next few weeks. All works are subject to change. For the latest updates:
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Half-term help as free and low cost activities are back for the holidays
Have your say on PlayZone plans
Plans for six PlayZones are taking a step forward – and now the council wants to know what residents would like to see at those sites.
PlayZones are safe, inclusive … More
Barnes Way roundabout to be resurfaced in November
A busy roundabout in Hull will undergo much-needed repairs next month.
The road surface on Barnes Way, from Raich Carter Avenue to Barnes Way roundabout, is in poor condition and … More
Job vacancies at Hull City Council – 26 October
Want to make a difference in Hull? Join our team of passionate people and work on local projects that matter. Check out the latest job vacancies at Hull City Council … More
Stylish studios to be created thanks to council funding
A vacant Grade II listed building in Hull city centre will be converted into five stylish studio apartments thanks to council funding.
Qube Property Limited is undertaking a restoration project … More
Celebrating the achievements of Hull care leavers this National Care Leavers Week
Hull City Council is hosting a huge celebration event for care leavers to mark National Care Leavers Week.
National Care Leavers Week celebrates care leavers across the UK and runs … More
Council supports cyclists to ‘stay safe and stay seen’ with return of Bike Lights for Dark Nights Initiative
Following its success in January, Hull City Council will again be running its popular Bike Lights for Dark Nights initiative from the end of October, when the clocks go back, … More
Cabinet approves district heat project to move forward
Hull City Council’s Cabinet has given the go ahead to the Hull District Heat Network (HDHN), the council’s long-term, cost-saving energy supply project.
The decision means the council will form … More
Love music in Hull? Help shape its future
Anyone interested in music in Hull is invited to a day of inspiration and discussion themed around collaboration. Featuring live performances of new compositions, discussions and presentations, ‘Out of the … More
Creative Voice Youth Arts Festival returns for 2023
Young people aged between 11 and 19 years old can get involved in a mix of creative performances, discussions, workshops and exhibitions issues during this year’s Creative Voice Youth Festival.… More
Rufus Robin and Airlie Bird swoop into Hull schools in new drive to tackle school attendance issues
Primary school pupils across Hull will be visited by the familiar mascots of Hull FC and Hull KR, as Hull City Council and its partners strive to shine a light … More
Hull City Council adds three new accessible buses to its fleet
Hull City Council has acquired a further three new accessible buses to improve transportation for young people with disabilities.
After acquiring 12 new Mercedes wheelchair accessible buses last month, Hull … More
Bus lane operating hours to change after Cabinet decision
Hull’s bus lanes are proposed to change to peak time operation, in both directions, from their current all-day operating times, following a decision taken today (Monday 23 October) by Hull … More
Footpath improvement works planned for one of Hull’s most popular parks
The iconic Pearson Park in west Hull will undergo essential resurfacing next month, to provide much needed improvements to the footpaths.
The improvements will involve resurfacing and reconstructing areas of … More
Hull City Council weekly traffic and travel update – 20 October
Here is the latest breakdown of scheduled and emergency works taking place across Hull over the next few weeks. All works are subject to change. For the latest updates:
- Visit
Record numbers attend Employment Hub’s Recruitment Event
The Recruitment Event hosted by Hull City Council’s Employment Hub was a huge success as record numbers of prospective employees were in attendance.
Over 650 people visited The Guildhall on … More
Hull City Council leader meets with Rail Minister to discuss rail electrification
The leader of Hull City Council, Councillor Mike Ross, has stepped up his efforts to get certainty from the government on when electrification of the Hull to Leeds rail line … More
Hong Kong drainage delegates visit Hull’s flood defences
Delegates from the drainage section of Hong Kong’s government visited the Guildhall in Hull last week to learn about the city’s resilient flood alleviation schemes.
The visitors from Asia visited … More
National Recycling Week 2023: What can and cannot go in your blue bin in Hull?
Hull City Council reminds residents what can and cannot be recycled, as part of their participation in National Recycle Week 2023.
The council’s waste and recycling team is encouraging residents … More
Job vacancies at Hull City Council – 19 October
Want to make a difference in Hull? Join our team of passionate people and work on local projects that matter. Check out the latest job vacancies at Hull City Council … More
Foster carers from Hull win prestigious Fostering Excellence Award
Two foster carers from Hull who care for a boy with additional needs have won a prestigious Fostering Excellence Award, recognising their exceptional contributions to foster care.
Pamela and her … More
New Ancient Egyptian experience on offer for school pupils
Hull’s Hands on History Museum is now offering a chance for Hull school pupils to experience Ancient Egypt. This follows a re-display of original artefacts and historically significant replicas of … More
Trinity Market reveals plans for free festive family fun!
With the festive season fast approaching, Trinity Market is set to gift a free exciting and magical event to the people of Hull.
Working together with the council, Hull company … More
National Recycling Week 2023: Hull sets the standard for recycling
Residents of Hull are leading the way in environmental sustainability this Recycle Week 2023, with an impressive 48% recycling rate for the city.
According to the latest data (2021/2022) published … More
South Blockhouse Project up for top award
The South Blockhouse Project has been shortlisted for a prestigious award.
The project’s community archaeology programme, led by Humber Field Archaeology, has been shortlisted for the Council for British Archaeology’s … More
Hull City Council announces major increase in footpath improvement schemes
Hull City Council is proud to announce a significant increase in footpath resurfacing across the city.
As part of the council’s investment in the city’s footpaths, 70 improvement schemes are … More
Hull landmarks light up green for National Recycling Week 2023
As part of the National Recycling Week 2023, some of Hull’s most popular features will be lighting up green.
To celebrate the campaigns 20th year, Queen Victoria Square, The … More