A gathering of 160 youth sector professionals took place at the University of Hull this week to discuss the challenges facing young people in the region. Read about it below 🔗 https://news.hull.gov.uk/27/02/2026/humber-frontline-leaders-to-drive-10-year-plan-for-young-people/

Applications for round four of our pocket park scheme can now be made 🏞️ The scheme has developed sites across the city to benefit the physical & mental wellbeing of local people. How to apply 👉 https://news.hull.gov.uk/26/02/2026/applications-for-next-phase-of-pocket-parks-open/

🎭 Cultural Tides returns next month. Are you going? 🗓️ Friday 13 March Reserve your spot here 🔽 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cultural-tides-2026-tickets-1980866535130?msockid=29b2ea526db364e00c42fcc16c83658b

Hull City Council is urging residents to make use of the multiple authorised waste schemes and services available in the city, following four substantial fly-tipping fines. Read more 👇 https://news.hull.gov.uk/25/02/2026/four-residents-receive-1000-fines-for-fly-tipping-in-hull-2/

💬 Want to have your say on proposed updates to Georgian New Town Conservation Area? An in-person event will take place from 2-7pm on Wednesday 4 March at Hull Central Library. More details ➡️ https://news.hull.gov.uk/02/02/2026/georgian-new-town-latest-conservation-area-to-be-updated/

Construction has begun to create a pet cremator at Hull City Council’s Priory Woods Cemetery. More info ⤵️ https://news.hull.gov.uk/24/02/2026/pet-cremator-construction-works-underway/

Hull City Council is once again urging dog owners to clean up after their animals, to avoid being fined or prosecuted. 🔗 https://news.hull.gov.uk/24/02/2026/hull-resident-receives-a-criminal-record-for-failing-to-clean-up-after-their-dog/

💙 💛 We are lighting up buildings blue and yellow tonight to mark four years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Hull stands in solidarity with Ukraine.

The Hull City Council Podcast 🎙️ Councillor Charles Quinn, the councils portfolio holder for the environment, provides the details on the Simpler Recycling Scheme. Listen here 👉 https://shows.acast.com/the-hull-city-council-podcast

Hull City Council will stand in solidarity with Ukraine as the country marks four years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion on Tuesday 24 February. More info ⤵️ https://news.hull.gov.uk/23/02/2026/hull-city-council-marks-four-years-since-russian-invasion-of-ukraine/

🗞️ The latest edition of the council's newspaper, Hull CC News, is being delivered to all homes across the city! You can also read it online here 👇 https://news.hull.gov.uk/23/02/2026/hull-cc-news-read-the-spring-2026-edition/

Hull City Council has submitted plans for a new specialist school in Hull to cater for 125 pupils with severe physical and/or learning difficulties, whilst also creating up to 100 full‑time jobs. More details ⤵️ https://news.hull.gov.uk/20/02/2026/plans-submitted-for-new-send-school-in-hull/

🏆 Cllr Mike Ross, leader of Hull City Council, has congratulated Hull KR following their epic victory in the Betfred World Club Challenge last night. https://news.hull.gov.uk/20/02/2026/hull-is-a-city-of-world-champions/

Hull City Council will begin an essential carriageway reconstruction scheme on Elm Avenue next week. Work will start on Monday 23 February, and will be completed on Friday 6 March – weather depending. More info 👇 https://news.hull.gov.uk/19/02/2026/key-residential-road-set-for-reconstruction/

☎️ Please be aware our contact centre is extremely busy this week. If your call is not urgent, please consider trying again later in the week to avoid extended wait times. 👉 Enquiries can also be logged online at hull.gov.uk.

❤️ Wishing everyone observing Ramadan a peaceful and blessed month. May this time of reflection, compassion and community bring you strength and serenity. Ramadan Mubarak.

🛟 It's amazing what you can find when digging at an old dock... Read more here 🔽 https://news.hull.gov.uk/16/02/2026/historic-cannon-unearthed-during-queens-gardens-transformation-works/

👒 New York...nah...Paris...pfft...London...leave me out...Milan....meh The only Fashion Week we are interested in this year is Hull! Read more here 🔽 https://news.hull.gov.uk/13/02/2026/hull-east-yorkshire-fashion-week-programme-revealed-as-plans-gather-momentum/

🎉 Searching for ways to keep the kids busy this half term? The Healthy Holidays programme starts today with free activities throughout the holidays! 📲 Find all the activities at https://healthyholidayshull.org/

With love, Hull ❤️

If you are pregnant or have young children, you could get help with the cost of milk, formula, fruit, vegetables and vitamins through the NHS Healthy Start scheme. To check if you are eligible for the NHS Healthy Start scheme visit: https://www.healthystart.nhs.uk/how-to-apply

🗞️ The first edition of Hull CC News in 2026, the council’s newspaper, is now being delivered to all homes across the city! More info ⤵️ https://news.hull.gov.uk/13/02/2026/hull-cc-news-landing-on-doorsteps-from-today/

🌉 The replacement of the southern footpath on North Bridge is now complete and open to pedestrians, marking the completion of the scheme. Thank you for your patience during the works!

To mark #NAW2026, we're shining a light on Bernard Fredy Djikingue Siewe – a quantity surveyor working on Drypool Bridge. 👉 https://news.hull.gov.uk/12/02/2026/im-really-proud-to-be-working-on-such-an-important-structure-meet-the-apprentice-helping-to-fix-hulls-drypool-bridge/

👏 A number of Hull schools have received national recognition for their exceptional outcomes for disadvantaged pupils at the end of the 2024/25 academic year. Read more 🔽 https://news.hull.gov.uk/11/02/2026/national-recognition-for-hull-schools-supporting-disadvantaged-pupils-to-succeed/

🏊‍♂️ Enjoy free Swimming this half term with Healthy Holidays Hull! 📍Woodford Leisure Centre Mon 16 Feb, 11am - 12pm 📍Beverley Road Baths Tue 17 Feb, 10am - 11am 📍Albert Avenue Pools & Fitness Fri 20 Feb, 11am - 12pm Discover more 👉 https://www.healthyholidayshull.org/

🎉 The latest Healthy Holidays Hull winter programme has been a fantastic success, reaching 5,185 children, young people, and families during the winter break! Read the latest details 🔗 https://news.hull.gov.uk/10/02/2026/thousands-attend-more-than-240-healthy-holidays-activities-this-winter/

Healthy Holidays is back for another February half-term of fun, with a variety of sessions and free food included. The programme will run from Saturday 14 February to Friday 20 February. Read here: https://news.hull.gov.uk/09/02/2026/healthy-holidays-hull-provides-free-half-term-fun-and-food/

🧒 This week is Children’s Mental Health Week. Rob, from Hull and East Yorkshire Mind, has written a blog on his role as a counsellor 🔽 https://news.hull.gov.uk/09/02/2026/a-dedicated-passionate-and-professional-team-hull-and-east-yorkshire-minds-partnership-with-hull-youth-justice-service/

💛 Dealing with tricky emotions? You’re not the only one. Togetherness NHS Pathways offers guidance to help you understand yours and your child’s emotions. Hull residents can access everything FREE using the code FREEDOM. Start your journey at 👉 https://togetherness.co.uk/mul/hull/

Level 1 Painting and Decorating learners from Hull Training and Adult Education have put their skills to the test at Ings Library, delivering a vibrant makeover. Read more about the project here: https://news.hull.gov.uk/06/02/2026/new-community-sensory-area-at-ings-library-thanks-to-htae-learners/

🗣️ Did you know that we have a blog section on our news site? Here, Jess, a Hull Independent Visitors Service volunteer, tells us why she loves her role. https://news.hull.gov.uk/06/02/2026/reasons-why-hull-independent-visitors-service-could-be-the-most-rewarding-thing-you-ever-sign-up-for/

We have today (Friday 6 February) published the Leader’s proposed budget for 2026/27. Read more here 🔽 https://news.hull.gov.uk/06/02/2026/budget-proposals-council-leader-mike-ross-sets-out-plans-for-delivering-a-better-city-for-the-people-of-hull/

Stay connected with what's happening across Hull! Sign up for email updates and get news straight to your inbox. Subscribe here 👉 https://www.hull.gov.uk/subscribe

Hull city centre will come alive on Saturday 14 March as Back To Ours presents 'Our City' - a major community-led celebration. Find out more ⤵️ https://news.hull.gov.uk/05/02/2026/hundreds-of-hull-residents-to-take-part-in-spectacular-city-wide-processions-celebrating-local-identity/

🎂 Happy 50th anniversary to Hull and East Yorkshire Mind! That's a whole FIVE decades they've been supporting people across our region 👏 ♥️ To show our appreciation, we are turning buildings in the city centre pink tonight.

🥳 The Healthy Holidays Hull Half Term programme is back from Monday 16 February! Enjoy FREE activities and food for children and young people across Hull. 📲 Book your child’s place at https://healthyholidayshull.org/

🎭 Hull City Council’s annual fund for arts organisations has reopened, with the application details now live on the council’s website. Click below for more info ⤵️ https://news.hull.gov.uk/04/02/2026/grants-to-arts-funding-reopens-for-creatives-in-hull/

👷🏻 Hull Training and Adult Education is offering those interested in a career in engineering, construction or business the chance to meet employers during National Apprenticeship Week Read more 🔽 https://news.hull.gov.uk/15/01/2026/free-event-to-discover-apprenticeship-opportunities/

We have a zero-tolerance approach to fly-tipping in Hull after another £1,000 fixed penalty notice was issued The fine was issued following the unlawful depositing of waste on Tunis Street, just off Beverley Road https://news.hull.gov.uk/03/02/2026/council-continues-crackdown-on-fly-tipping/

If you, or someone you know, is worried about staying warm this winter - help is available. Find out more here 🔽 https://news.hull.gov.uk/02/02/2026/staying-warm-this-winter-help-is-available-in-hull/

We've commissioned a new research study to better understand social care needs in diverse communities. Read more about it here 👇 https://news.hull.gov.uk/02/02/2026/hull-city-council-launches-new-study-to-better-understand-social-care-needs-in-diverse-communities/

The Consortium Academy Trust and Hull City Council are pleased to announce that Oakfield Special School formally joined the Trust on 1 February. Read more 🔗 https://news.hull.gov.uk/02/02/2026/oakfield-school-becomes-an-academy-and-joins-the-consortium-academy-trust/

🥶 Worried about heating your home? 💰 Need help with energy debt? 🏠 Want to understand how to make your home more efficient? The Hull Warm Homes team is here to help Contact the team on 01482 612 908, email [email protected] or visit https://www.hullwarmhomes.org.uk/

British space scientist Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock, Team GB Olympian Grant Hardie and Christopher Dean will visit Hull this March as part of ColliderFest 2026. Find out more here 🔽 https://news.hull.gov.uk/02/02/2026/out-of-this-world-line-up-confirmed-for-2026-colliderfest/

Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council have jointly renewed a social media campaign to inform landlords and tenants about the risk of leaving damp and mould in homes untreated, and the necessity of taking action. Learn more 🔗 https://hull.pulse.ly/pnwv71wrv5

More organisations and communities across Hull that have applied for grants from the Crime Prevention Fund have been announced. Read more 🔗 https://hull.pulse.ly/xbxnevvqrx

Some of Hull’s most well-known buildings are to be lit purple to mark Holocaust Memorial Day. Held each year on 27 January, HMD commemorates the six million Jewish men, women and children murdered during the Holocaust. Full details: https://hull.pulse.ly/vuezwvroqc

🌟 Parents of Hull - support is right at your fingertips! 🌟 Togetherness NHS pathways offers emotional health support for every stage of parenting. If you live in Hull, you can access the full platform FREE using the code FREEDOM. https://togetherness.pulse.ly/kweqryuygl

📽️ A new film charting the journey of three people in Hull as they quit smoking is now available online. You can watch it here 🔽 https://hull.pulse.ly/ldjbbdlha3