Category: Society

The Tigers Trust were thrilled to welcome a record breaking sold out crowd to the Kingston Suite at the MKM Stadium on Thursday 5th February for their annual A Question of Sport fundraising event.

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Hull City Council publishes Adult Social Care Plan for 2026-2028

Hull City Council has published its Adult Social Care Plan for 2026-2028, setting out how the council will support adults across the city to live fulfilling lives, now and in the future.

Simpler Recycling: Weekly food and garden waste collections set to launch in Hull from March 2026

Hull City Council is preparing to introduce Simpler Recycling, a new government‑led policy designed to make recycling clearer and more consistent across the country.

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Thousands attend more than 240 Healthy Holidays activities this winter

The latest Healthy Holidays Hull winter programme has been a fantastic success, reaching 5,185 children, young people, and families across the city during the winter break.

Hull’s Cross Keys pub and local community raise £63,000 for charity in last year

A community pub in Hull is celebrating after playing a major role in helping Craft Union Pub Company raise more than £1 million for charity for the second year running, thanks to the incredible efforts of its locals, volunteers and wider community.

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MAMA Pregnancy Passports introduced by midwives in Hull, Goole, Scunthorpe and Grimsby

Pregnant? Hospital midwives in Hull, Scunthorpe, Grimsby and Goole have introduced MAMA Pregnancy Passports to help you throughout your pregnancy journey.

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Emmaus Hull & East Riding celebrates 10-year milestone

Local homelessness charity, Emmaus Hull & East Riding has celebrated ten years with a special event at its residential community in Hull.

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Children’s Mental Health Week: Helping young people to ‘belong’

Children’s Mental Health Week 2026 is focussing on a sense of belonging with the theme of ‘This is My Place’. Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust provide a broad range of mental health services for children and young people to support healthy futures and brighter lives.

Annual quiz night in Hull boosts Lord Mayor’s chosen charities

The Trevor Stark Memorial Trophy will once again be up for grabs when an annual quiz night to benefit the Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal Fund is staged at the Guildhall next month.

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New supported living service opens in Hull

Hull City Council has welcomed the opening of a new supported living service providing high-quality homes and personalised support for people with mental health and learning disabilities.

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Every child in the East Riding deserves a place to thrive

As Children’s Mental Health Week is marked under the theme “This Is My Place,” Liberal Democrats in the East Riding are renewing their call for urgent action to ensure every child has access to safe, supportive spaces where they can grow, feel valued, and truly belong.

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Valentine’s Day football campaign takes aim at domestic abuse across the Humber region

by editor9 February 20269 February 2026

The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Humberside (OPCC) is launching a bold new Valentine’s Day campaign at Hull, Grimsby and Scunthorpe football grounds to drive home the message that abuse is never acceptable and help is available.

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Budget proposals: Leader sets out plans for “delivering a better city for the people of Hull”

Hull City Council has published the Leader’s proposed budget for 2026/27.

Headscarf Hustle returns in March

by editor9 February 20269 February 2026

Local charity and athletics club, Fitmums & Friends is hosting the third Headscarf Hustle in March. Open to all, the Headscarf Hustle is a fun and friendly, 5k run/walk in honour of Hull’s Headscarf Revolutionaries. This year it takes place along the River Humber starting at The Deep.

New community sensory area at Ings Library thanks to HTAE learners

by editor6 February 20266 February 2026

Level 1 Painting and Decorating learners from Hull Training and Adult Education (HTAE) have been putting their skills to the test in a hands-on community project at Ings Library, delivering a vibrant makeover to two key rooms.

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Meet the team giving patients their independence back

by editor5 February 20265 February 2026

When it comes to making a long-term difference to patients’ lives, Physiotherapist Jenna Ellis and Senior Occupational Therapist Jen Ross really are a ‘cut above’.

Hull city centre lights up for Time to Talk Day as Hull & East Yorkshire Mind marks 50 years

by editor5 February 20264 February 2026

Buildings across Hull city centre will light up in local mental health charity Hull & East Yorkshire Mind’s colours on Time to Talk Day (Thursday 5th February), marking both the national awareness day and the charity’s 50th anniversary year.

Nursing apprenticeship event to be held next week

by editor4 February 20264 February 2026

NHS Humber Health Partnership is holding a nursing apprenticeship open event on Wednesday 11th February.

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City of Hull Street Angels appoints Lee Pearson as Vice Chair of Trustees

by editor4 February 20264 February 2026

The City of Hull Street Angels is pleased to announce the appointment of Lee Pearson as Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees, following a period of significant growth and recent success for the charity.

HEY Charity Awards launched to celebrate local life-lines across Hull and East Yorkshire

by editor4 February 20264 February 2026

Nominations are invited from local charities and community groups – which provide lifelines for local people, for the inaugural HEY Charity Awards, a brand-new event shining a spotlight on the people and organisations changing lives across Hull and East Yorkshire.

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Hull hospital psychologist works with MS Trust to tackle pain

by editor3 February 20263 February 2026

A Clinical Psychologist from Hull’s hospitals is working with a national charity to help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) cope with long-term pain.

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Nurse retires after 60 years of service

by editor3 February 20263 February 2026

A Hull nurse has retired after spending 60 years working for the NHS.

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Time to Talk Day: Conversations for mental health

by editor3 February 20263 February 2026

Ahead of Time to Talk Day on Thursday 5th February, Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust are sharing the variety of ways people can reach out and talk to others for support with their mental health.

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Hull hospitals introduce specialist support for patients with dementia and delirium

by editor29 January 202629 January 2026

Hull hospitals have introduced a specialist support team to help patients living with dementia and delirium – and support the NHS staff caring for them.

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Humber shortlisted for two Digital Healthcare Awards

by editor29 January 202629 January 2026

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust have been making huge strides in their digital innovations, in line with the NHS 10 Year Plan’s push for digitisation in healthcare. Now the Trust has been shortlisted for two Health Service Journal (HSJ) Digital Awards 2026.

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Crime Prevention Fund boosts security and safety for Hull’s communities

by editor27 January 202627 January 2026

More organisations and communities across Hull that have applied for grants from the Crime Prevention Fund (CPF) have been announced.

Film premiere kick-starts quit campaign

by editor23 January 202623 January 2026

A new film starring Hull residents premiered in the city on Friday. Quitters is a powerful 30-minute documentary about people who changed their lives by deciding to quit smoking. Screened at Hull Truck Theatre and followed by a Q&A session, Quitters is intended to inspire other smokers to follow in the footsteps of its stars.

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Hull joins world-leading study to screen newborns for genetic conditions

Researchers in Hull have joined one of the world’s leading genetic screening studies for newborn babies.

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Humber Rescue responds to person in the water on the River Humber

Humber Rescue volunteers were tasked on the afternoon of Wednesday 21st January to a person in the water on the River Humber, in what developed into a fast-moving, multi-agency emergency response.

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Hull to mark Holocaust Memorial Day

Some of Hull’s most well-known buildings are to be lit purple to mark Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD).

Goole seating specialist launches specialist chair in tribute to the late Rob Burrow CBE, with sales raising money for MND

by editor21 January 202621 January 2026

Leading seating expert, Channel Healthcare, based in East Yorkshire, has launched a brand new specialist chair; the Tri-Chair 7, inspired by rugby league legend, the late Rob Burrow CBE.

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Lifting local families: Welcoming Doreen’s to North Point Shopping Centre

Doreen’s, a Hull-based charity, officially opens the doors to their new Hub in the city’s North Point Shopping Centre. ‘Delivering our Range of Everyday Essential Needs’, Doreen’s provides support to struggling families within the area, as well as vulnerable groups such as victims of domestic violence.

Hosted by Hull Food Partnership, the Hull Seed Celebration is back for 2026

by editor21 January 202621 January 2026

Local food growers, allotments and community groups will be there to swap seeds and share their love for growing delicious food on a budget, which is especially important as food costs continue to rise.

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‘Your Bus, Your Voice’ – still time to have your say on bus services in Hull

by editor20 January 202620 January 2026

The Hull Bus Alliance would like to know what bus passengers in the city think of services in Hull by completing the Your Bus, Your Voice customer satisfaction survey.

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New Hull Funeral Services webpage launched

by editor20 January 202620 January 2026

A new Hull Funeral Services webpage has been created to support those dealing with the sad passing of a family member or friend.

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Council introduces Virtual Memory Boxes for children and young people in care

by editor18 January 202618 January 2026

Hull City Council is introducing a new digital platform to help children and young people in care safely record, store and reflect on their life stories.

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Clare vows to keep on running after completing 200-mile challenge for MND charity

by editor18 January 202618 January 2026

A cleaner from Hull has achieved the impossible this week – running more than 200 miles in seven days around Hull to support people with Motor Neurone Disease.

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Work with deaf community in Hull and East Riding exposes barriers to NHS access

Conversations with the deaf community in Hull and East Riding have exposed the stark reality of navigating the NHS without access to British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters.

Local children’s charity invites supporters to battle the elements in 2026

New fundraising challenge launched by Hull and East Yorkshire Children’s University will see participants push their limits in adrenaline-fuelled events, including a brand-new Fire Fighter Challenge.

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Helping patients in Hull and the East Riding get home from hospital

Enhanced home support, private providers and rehabilitation care are to be available this winter to free up beds for patients at Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital.

Bishop Burton College’s new health and fitness hub offers students and community chance to thrive

A new state-of-the-art fitness facility at Bishop Burton College is set to open up training and health opportunities for aspiring athletes and provide an improved wellbeing offering for the local community.

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Hull & East Yorkshire Mind welcomes award-winning comedian Amy Gledhill as its first ever Patron

Local mental health charity Hull and East Yorkshire Mind is delighted to announce that Amy Gledhill – the Hull-born, multi-award-winning comedian and actress – has been appointed as the charity’s first-ever Patron.

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Hull Community Fund awards over £68,000 to 20 groups supporting 18,000 local people

by editor24 December 202523 December 2025

Twenty community organisations across Hull have received more than £68,000 from the latest round of the Hull Community Fund, helping thousands of local people access activities, support and opportunities that matter to them.

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From cancer patient to cancer research nurse

by editor9 January 20269 January 2026

When she was diagnosed with a rare form of gynaecological cancer in 2015, Zowie Fussey from Ulceby, North Lincolnshire, could barely have imagined where she’d be ten years later on.

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Hull Royal’s Tracey making a difference to schoolchildren and villagers in The Gambia

by editor9 January 20269 January 2026

A woman helping patients undergoing surgery at Hull Royal Infirmary has donated enough sacks of rice to feed more than 200 children and an entire village in West Africa for more than a month.

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Homelessness charity launches 10K fundraising appeal for its 10th anniversary

by editor9 January 20269 January 2026

Homelessness charity Emmaus Hull & East Riding has launched a fundraising appeal as part of its upcoming 10-year anniversary.

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People in North East and Yorkshire reminded to use NHS ‘digital front door’ to manage their health over Christmas

People in the North East and Yorkshire are being reminded to use the NHS App over the festive season to help manage their health. The message from the region’s Medical Director for Primary Care, and GP, Dr Faisel Baig comes as NHS figures show a record number of people are using the App as a ‘digital front door’, open 24 hours a day.

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Foxglove Supported Living lights a Lantern of Love with Dove House Hospice

by editor23 December 202523 December 2025

Foxglove Supported Living was honoured to support A Garden Lit with Love, a moving and meaningful event held in aid of Dove House Hospice, celebrating remembrance, compassion and community while raising vital funds for the hospice’s ongoing work.

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Improved Sculcoates Park reopen for Christmas holidays

by editor19 December 202519 December 2025

Families and visitors to Sculcoates Park will be able to enjoy new facilities during the festive holidays as the first phase of improvement works are completed.

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‘Remarkable’ school crossing patrol officer retires after 28 years of service

by editor18 December 202518 December 2025

Hull City Council’s streetscene services recently bid a fond farewell to a much-loved member of staff.

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Christmas card competition winners announced for 2025

by editor18 December 202518 December 2025

Hull City Council is excited to reveal the winners of its 2025 Christmas Card Competition, celebrating the creativity of young people across the city.

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Drypool Bridge: Council announces details on next phase of works

by editor18 December 202518 December 2025

Hull City Council has announced the details for the next phase of works on Drypool Bridge. The bridge will be fully closed to all vehicles and pedestrians for eight weeks from mid-late May 2026, as part of the major repair and strengthening programme.

Lovell supports Age UK Hull & East Yorkshire by creating festive shoe box hampers for 2025 appeal

Lovell has joined forces with Age UK Hull & East Yorkshire to support their 2025 Christmas Shoe Box Hamper Appeal, helping to bring festive cheer to older people across the region.

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New HRI Patient Discharge lounge open to patients

Just three weeks after being constructed in the grounds of Hull Royal, our new temporary discharge lounge is now open to patients.

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Healthy Holidays winter is here

Healthy Holidays Hull is back for Christmas, bringing the usual exciting range of completely free activities for school aged children and young people living in Hull. There is something to suit everyone, including dedicated SEND sessions, throughout the winter break.

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Christmas lecture at Hull Royal Infirmary warns of dangers of vaping

Hundreds of students from Hull and the East Riding were given an insight into the dangers of vaping at a special educational event at Hull […]

HEY! Volunteers are VisitEngland Tourism Superstar finalists 2026

The Tourism Superstar competition, now in its 14th year, seeks out champions working in tourism who provide fantastic experiences for visitors, as well as showcasing the variety and quality of England’s tourism offer, businesses and destinations.

Donation from A Mischief of Rats marks official closure for Hull’s public art team

The creators of Hull’s beloved public art trails have officially brought their remarkable run of community projects to a close – presenting a donation of £160,000 to the Daisy Appeal, raised through the A Mischief of Rats sculpture trail that captured hearts across Hull and the East Riding earlier this year.

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Hull hospital consultant offers advice to keep older people out of hospital this winter

A hospital specialist in ageing and frailty has issued advice to help older people keep well and out of hospital this winter.

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Bridlington care home launches winter warmth appeal

A Bridlington care home has launched a ‘winter warmth’ donation drive with local charity The Hinge, calling on the community to help support people facing […]

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Hull City Council to continue support for most vulnerable heading into the new year

by editor12 December 202512 December 2025

Support will continue for Hull’s most vulnerable residents this winter and into the early spring after senior councillors agreed the use of funds aimed at helping the most vulnerable.

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Prepare for a healthy Christmas

Health leaders in Humber and North Yorkshire are urging residents to ‘Get ready for Christmas’. With the upcoming Christmas bank holidays, NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) is advising everyone to take proactive steps to ensure they are prepared and know where to get the best most appropriate advice if they need it.

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People in North East and Yorkshire reminded of NHS healthcare options ahead of festive season

As Christmas and the New Year approach, people in the North East and Yorkshire are reminded to plan ahead for their medicine needs. Use the NHS App to order repeat prescriptions and visit NHS111 online first if medical advice is needed.

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Work starts on Freetown Way ahead of major investment

Work has started to prepare Freetown Way for a major scheme that will see the return of two lanes of traffic on the road and a focus on developing facilities for off-road cycling.

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Over 100 Christmas jumpers donated to support local families

Kind-hearted residents across Hull, and surrounding areas, have helped spread festive cheer by donating their unwanted children’s Christmas jumpers.

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Council appoints Mason Clark Associates to progress replacement of Priory Drive footbridge

by editor10 December 202510 December 2025

Hull City Council has directly appointed Mason Clark Associates, a Hull-based engineering consultancy, to progress the removal and replacement of the Priory Drive footbridge, a key pedestrian link in west Hull.

Sight loss support team hosts careers event at Craven Park

Hull City Council’s IPaSS Vision Support Team hosted an inspiring careers event at Craven Park on Thursday 6th November, bringing together 15 young people with sight loss from across the city.

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New patient meals initiative reduces food waste

by editor10 December 202510 December 2025

When it comes to reducing waste, improving its carbon footprint and cutting costs, the Patient Meals team at Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has the recipe for success.

Hull bus team don their Christmas jumpers to raise money for local children

by editor10 December 20259 December 2025

Hull bus Drivers, Engineers, Cleaners and Support teams are putting on their Christmas jumpers to raise vital funds for charity.

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Future plans to shape St Andrew’s Dock

A historic part of Hull is subject to proposed changes as part of Hull City Council’s commitment to reviewing all 26 of the city’s conservation areas.

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Interweave win at HFMA Awards

Interweave, hosted by Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust, have won the Delivering Value with Digital Technologies award at the HFMA National Healthcare Finance Awards.

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Local hospice engages in recycling initiative to help raise awareness and funds

The Christmas Tree Recycling appeal returns in aid of local charity, Dove House Hospice.

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Honouring a Pioneer: The first death anniversary of Sewa Singh Gola, one of Hull’s earliest Sikh settlers

On 29th November 2025, the Hull Sikh community gathered in remarkable numbers to commemorate the first death anniversary of Sewa Singh Gola, a pioneering figure whose life, values and resilience helped shape the multicultural identity Hull is proud of today. Around 200 people came together at the Hull Guru Nanak Gurdwara to honour his memory and celebrate the legacy he leaves behind.

Stagecoach ‘Fills the Bus’ in Hull for local children’s charity

Stagecoach East Midlands has carried out a tour of Hull, gathering gifts and donations, from kind-hearted local businesses and residents, for the Cash for Kids ‘Mission Christmas’ campaign.

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Jingle boobs in Hull to drive up breast screening rates

A Christmas tree at Hull Minster has been adorned with knitted “boob-les” and pink decorations to promote the importance of attending breast screening appointments.

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Hull City Council tackles flooding concerns in Kingswood Park play area

by editor5 December 20255 December 2025

Hull City Council has announced a major upgrade for Kingswood Park, on School Lane, to tackle long-standing flooding issues and enhance play facilities for local families.

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Patient’s “life-changing” operation at Castle Hill Hospital

Lyndon Land is making the most of life at the age of 63 years old by cycling, walking and gardening – things he couldn’t do a few months ago.

KCOM announces plan to double digital inclusion support for local youngsters

by editor5 December 20255 December 2025

Thousands more children across Hull and East Yorkshire will get the chance to thrive online thanks to KCOM.

East Park to welcome 200 elves this weekend and you can still get involved

by editor3 December 20253 December 2025

Local mental health charity Hull and East Yorkshire Mind is excited to welcome over 200 festive elves to East Park this weekend as its popular Mental Elf festive fun run returns to the city.

Dove House Hospice launches Big Give Appeal to bring comfort and connection to families this Christmas

Dove House is excited to launch a new fundraising initiative in partnership with The Big Give.

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Hull Bus Alliance announce festive group travel offer

The Hull Bus Alliance has announced a group travel discount to help people get out and about over the festive season as well as providing a timely boost for the local economy during the busy Christmas and New Year period.

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Council starts work to improve access to footways and cycle tracks in the city

Following an audit of Hull’s walking, wheeling and cycling network, and approval by Hull City Council’s West Area Committee, the local authority will soon start work in the west of the city to improve access controls to make it easier for people to travel actively around their local area.

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Popular cycle safety campaign returns with focus on schools

A successful cycle safety scheme will run across Hull for a fourth winter, but with a new focus on supporting young people who cycle to and from school to stay safe and stay seen during the darker nights.

Businesses and charities unite in Hessle to turn “Profit Meets Purpose” into action

More than 40 business leaders, charity representatives and community organisations came together on Wednesday 19th November for Profits Meet Purpose, a collaborative event hosted by Investors in Community (IIC) at John Good Group’s headquarters in Hessle.

Neurodiverse and Care Experienced Christmas Exhibition at the Guildhall

Hull City Council’s Making Changes for Careers (MC4C) programme is proud to announce that the Neurodiverse and Care Experienced Christmas Exhibition is taking place at the Guildhall on Friday 12th December 2025.

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Hull City Council steps up awareness for Private Fostering Week 2025

Hull City Council is marking this week’s Private Fostering Week 2025 by raising awareness of what private fostering is, why families and carers must notify the council, and the support available to ensure children in private fostering arrangements are safe and well cared for.

Annual Christmas service to be held

The annual Christmas remembrance service will be held at Chanterlands Crematorium later this month.

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Helping customers in Yorkshire and the Humber stay warm and well this winter