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
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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
Coronavirus: Changes to Citizens Advice Bureau in Hull and East Riding
Citizens Advice Bureaus in Hull and the East Riding will no longer carry out face-to-face services from tomorrow.
It means the office in The Wilson Centre will be closed to … More
Coronavirus: Eligible children will continue to receive free school meals
Free school meals provision for those that are eligible will continue across Hull schools.
For the next two weeks initially, primary school children will continue to receive meals through pick … More
Coronavirus: Children supported across Hull as schools restrict attendance
Schools across the country will restrict attendance from Friday, in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The government has announced that schools will remain closed until further notice, except to the … More
Coronavirus: Hull New Theatre and City Hall to close
Hull City Council and Hull Culture and Leisure have decided to close both Hull City Hall and Hull New Theatre for three months, they have said in a statement.
“In … More
Coronavirus case confirmed in Hull
A case of Coronavirus in Hull has been confirmed by Public Health England (PHE).
Hull City Council has released written and video statements from Julia Weldon, Director of Public Health, … More
Wuhan Novel Coronavirus: what Hull needs to know
The country’s leading health authority, Public Health England (PHE), has issued advice for anyone who could have come into contact with the Wuhan Novel Coronavirus.
While there have so far … More
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