Hull’s public health lead: the pandemic hasn’t ended
With coronavirus rates rising in Hull and the rest of the country, people in Hull have been urged to continue to take precautions. The rate in Hull is expected to … More
Coronavirus
Local social care to receive pay uplift ahead of government plans
NHS Hull CCG and the Humber Coast and Vale Integrated Care System (ICS) have agreed to fund the National Living Wage (NLW) increase of all staff working in regulated social … More
Why Coronavirus cases are likely to increase this week
A change in the way coronavirus cases are recorded and reported means the number of positive cases in Hull is likely to show an increase from today. This is because … More
Local businesses affected by the Omicron variant invited to apply for new grants
Hull City Council is inviting businesses to apply for the latest COVID-19 business support grants which are now live.
Two schemes are offering grants of up to £6,000 for businesses … More
Hull City Council supported local businesses with £95m in grant support to help them through the pandemic
Hull City Council has administered a substantial amount of COVID-19-related grant support to local businesses over the past 20 months and are encouraging anybody thinking of applying under the last … More
Coronavirus rule changes – what it means for Hull
Hull’s public health lead has urged residents to make sure they follow the latest Coronavirus restrictions. The call follows the Government announcement that ‘Plan B’ will be implemented. In an … More
Hull City Council and local partners highly commended for working in partnership to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic
Hull City Council, alongside local partners, including the voluntary sector, NHS, Humberside Fire & Rescue and Humberside Police have been Highly Commended at the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards.
The … More
The countdown to Hull Fair has begun!
There are less than three weeks until Hull Fair begins. The earliest stages of set-up have already begun, and it will not be long before Showmen and women begin arriving … More
Thousands benefit from pop-up vaccination clinics
In just eight weeks, more than 3,457 people in Hull received a vaccine at pop-up clinics held in parks, churches and communities. A total of 3,436 people collected at-home no-symptom … More
Coronavirus rules: what the changes mean for you
With national changes this week to advice on isolation, Julia Weldon, Hull’s Director of Public Health, has explained the new guidance.
- Everyone who has had both doses of the vaccine
No appointment needed: pop-up vaccination clinics come to Hull
Pop-up vaccination clinics are being held in the city over the next few weeks to ensure every person has the chance to be protected. Vaccinations are now available to all … More
As restrictions change we must all remember the basics – Hull’s Public Health lead
Today, as Coronavirus restrictions ease further, the city’s Public Health lead has said the basics of virus prevention must not be forgotten.
Key changes today include:
- The return of indoor
Hull to have Coronavirus advice visit
An NHS team will visit Hull this week to speak to people about staying safe as the city adjusts to life after lockdown.
The outreach workers will be based at … More
Coronavirus: reflecting one year on
On March 3, 2020, Hull’s first Coronavirus case was identified. Less than three weeks later, with cases climbing nationally, the government announced an initial UK-wide lockdown. On the anniversary of … More
Coronavirus spot-checks roll out to all businesses
Following the introduction of checks to local ensure supermarkets and similar shops have Covid-secure measures in place, Hull City Council’s Public Protection Team is to work with the Health and … More
Message to residents as Hull remains in Tier 3
It has been confirmed following a Government review that Hull will remain in Tier 3, the highest level of Coronavirus restrictions.
Strict rules over household mixing remain in place and … More
Council leader writes to every resident as city faces ‘health emergency’
Councillor Stephen Brady, Leader, Hull City Council, has written to all residents in Hull about the current health emergency facing the city.
The correspondence comes on the back of confirmation … More
Council leader issues urgent plea direct to Downing Street
The leader of Hull City Council has written a personal letter to Prime Minster Boris Johnson, calling on him to take action to support the city as it faces a … More
Hull’s rising covid rates: act now, urges health lead
An urgent plea has been issued by Hull City Council’s Director of Public Health, as Coronavirus rates and hospital admissions rocket.
The official Public Health England (PHE) seven-day rate for … More
Council leader’s message as new restrictions introduced: we’re here for you
As tighter restrictions come into place across England this Thursday, Cllr Stephen Brady, Leader of Hull City Council has outlined the support available for those in need and said it … More
New Coronavirus alert system: what it means for Hull
Following the government’s announcement yesterday of a tiered Coronavirus alert system, Hull and its neighbouring authorities have been classified as medium risk, meaning they currently face the lowest level of … More
NHS Covid-19 app now available in Hull
Today, people in Hull can download the NHS COVID-19 app following a nationwide launch. The app is designed to limit the spread of Coronavirus and make it easier to find … More
Extra school bus routes added
Extra busses have been added to timetables to make travel safer for the city’s students. As schools prepare to return next week, Hull City Council has worked with bus companies … More
Coronavirus: how we’re managing local outbreaks
Hull’s Coronavirus Outbreak Prevention and Management Plan has been approved by Hull City Council. Cllr Stephen Brady is Leader of the Council, and chair of the elected-member led Hull Outbreak … More
Latest weekly coronavirus rate for Hull
The latest seven-day rate of confirmed coronavirus cases in Hull is 3.5 per 100,000 of the population.
That figure compares with a rate in England of 8.3 per 100,000 of … More
Medically vulnerable advised not to go out to collect prescriptions
Delivery of medicines can be arranged for vulnerable people identified as at higher risk of serious illness from coronavirus.
Residents who fall into this category, and who have no friends … 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
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
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
Coronavirus: Household waste and recycling centres have now closed
Hull’s three household waste and recycling centres have closed with immediate effect.
The decision by Hull City Council comes after Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced last night that only key … More
Popular tags
Councillor Daren Hale Hull City Council Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City Councillor Anita Harrison Roadworks Councillor Marjorie Brabazon Hull Culture and Leisure Hull Maritime Museum Ferens Art Gallery Bonus Arena Trinity Market Fly-tipping Councillor Shane McMurray Councillor Stephen Brady