The Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber will attend the civic Sea Field and Factory Service later this month The annual event will once again take place at Hull Minster It will begin at 11am and conclude at around 12:15pm A harvest picnic buffet will be served following the Service which will be available free of charge to anyone attending The Service will be preceded by a civic procession said: “This is an important civic occasion part of a tradition whose origins date from the dawn of humanity for the efforts of those working in these sectors “It is as vital in modern times as it always has been.” For more information on the Sea, Field and Factory Service, visit Hull Minster For more information on the Lord Mayor, visit Lord Mayor of Hull | Hull Hull and East Yorkshire was part of the county of Humberside Humberside was abolished in 1996 and split into four unitary authorities – Hull City North Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire Attention then turned to plans for a combined authority for Hull and East Yorkshire The Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority (HEYCA) is a legal body bringing together two local authorities: Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council The mayor and combined authority will hold devolved powers focused on economic development The combined authority will be responsible for the adult skills fund from the academic year 2026/27 subject to meeting the government’s readiness conditions HEYCA will also provide input into the area’s local skills improvement plan The combined authority will become the local transport authority for the area The mayor will be responsible for drawing up a local transport plan and for a multi-year consolidated local transport settlement They will also have the power to franchise bus services HEYCA will coordinate a key route network of roads on the mayor’s behalf The mayor will be able to establish mayoral development corporations (MDCs) subject to consent from the lead member from the council(s) where they would operate The combined authority and mayor will have land assembly and compulsory purchase powers also subject to the agreement of the relevant constituent council(s) The combined authority will also be able to become the area’s heat network zoning coordinator and to take on a local authority health improvement duty concurrent with the local authorities Hull and East Yorkshire underperforms on core economic indicators Productivity and pay in the two local authorities are below the UK average although East Riding of Yorkshire performs better than Hull The region performs below the national average on its employment rate There is significant variation between the two local authorities on some measures 48.0% of 16–64 year olds in Hull have a level three qualification or above compared to 61.3% in East Riding of Yorkshire The proportion of housing which meets the decent homes standard in the region is substantially lower than the national average of 77.1% 62.2% of homes in East Riding of Yorkshire and 65.6% of homes in Hull meet the standard The region has a high level of digital connectivity 98.4% of total premises in Hull and 78.3% in East Riding of Yorkshire have gigabit availability both exceeding the UK average of 76.0%.  The HEYCA area is not coterminous with police force or fire and rescue service areas Humberside Police and Humberside Fire and Rescue Services extend beyond the combined authority area to also cover North and North East Lincolnshire We use cookies to provide you with a great experience and to help our website run effectively Please see our privacy policy for more information VACANT: The premises earmarked for a new IKEA store A new IKEA concept store is set open in Hull As revealed in The Hull Story newspaper today the homeware giant plans to convert a currently empty unit on Kingston Retail Park into a Plan & Order Point (POP) outlet POP is a new trading concept for IKEA in the UK having recently opened stores in Liverpool The roll out to Hull would see a dramatic facelift for the unit previously occupied as a supermarket by Tesco-owned brand Jack’s A planning document submitted to Hull City Council on behalf of IKEA in connection with the new Hull store explains the POP concept It says: “The new format caters to customers looking for a specific service for planning and buying fitted kitchen and bedroom furniture “The POP will provide areas to sit down with a sales representative along with areas to display samples of materials “When a customer has designed their kitchen and/or bedroom the customer would pay for the fitted kitchen/bedroom chosen which would then be delivered to their home address.” The planning application for the conversion only seeks approval to display three new internally illuminated advertising signs featuring the famous IKEA logo on the building No separate planning permission is required for the change in trading use IKEA’s POP stores in Lancashire currently 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All rights reserved A quiz night to benefit the Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull’s chosen charities is to be staged for the 31st time Teams will compete for the Trevor Stark Memorial Trophy at the Guildhall on Tuesday 4 March The always-popular event has limited availability so entries are on a first come first served basis I am looking forward to what should be a great night – particularly as the Guildhall pies are very good!” The quiz master for the event will be Paul Towse and teams will be comprised of a maximum of 6 contestants All proceeds will go to the Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal Fund, which is this year benefitting the Hull and East Yorkshire Children’s University and Cruse Bereavement Support Tickets must be pre-booked via the Civic Office on 01482 615 093 or email civic.office@hullcc.gov.uk Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber to the company’s Learning and Development Academy to experience the facility’s world-class driving simulator and to discuss how the two organisations can work together to continue investing in skills and help the sector grow in the city As part of the company’s 25th birthday celebrations the rail operator invited the Lord Mayor and other senior leaders from the authority as part of a civic visit As one of the UK’s most successful rail companies employing 130 people and achieving an industry-leading 96% customer satisfaction score Hull Trains takes a proactive approach to the development of its workforce providing opportunities for progression as well as recruiting and educating the next generation of staff from Hull and the surrounding area.  The launch of the Learning and Development Academy highlights how Hull Trains is at the heart of innovation in the rail industry and is continuing to contribute to jobs and skills in the region Facilities at the academy allow drivers to experience an even higher quality of training by becoming familiar with in-cab digital signalling before it is fitted to Hull Trains’ fleet as part of the company’s commitment to training the future talent of a truly digital railway said: “After speaking to the staff and experiencing the amazing training facilities I then had great fun driving a virtual train.  “The simulator throws up some of the real-life hazards that staff have to deal with “It is clear that Hull Trains is passionate – not only about investing in its people and providing world-class learning opportunities and development – but also about its commitment to Hull and its future prosperity.  an important role in the day-to-day lives of the people of our city and in the recent economic regeneration of Hull and the wider region over the last quarter of a century.  “Hull Trains has exciting plans for the future and the council is keen to work with them to continue to grow the rail sector in the city.” said: “We were delighted to welcome the Lord Mayor and leading Hull City Council officials to our learning and development facility allowing them to not only experience our state-of-the-art driver simulator but also learn more about our operations and how we are continuing to help support and develop the city of Kingston upon Hull.  “During the past 25 years we’ve grown our operations significantly from the one service that was linking Hull to the capital when we started to the eight services that are provided today We now transport more than 1.5million passengers per year.  “We’re extremely proud to carry the name of the city down the East Coast Mainline and look forward to continued success playing an active role in the local community and helping businesses prosper.” The new Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber has been installed at a ceremony at the Guildhall today Councillor Collinson was elected at a Full Council meeting on Thursday 16 May as Lord Mayor for the city for the 2024/2025 mayoral year The installation ceremony took place earlier today in the Council chamber at the Guildhall The new Lord Mayor said: “I’m very proud to have been given the honour of representing the city of Kingston upon Hull “I hope to be able to do the job justice over the coming year.” The 111th @HullLordMayor, Cllr Mark Collinson, was installed today.Here he is talking about his chosen charities for the year, Cruse Bereavement Support and aScEND, and the advice that he's received.Find out more 👇https://t.co/or6zmznyHU pic.twitter.com/G3srFVo7Sr The Lady Mayoress is Councillor Christine Randall The Deputy Lord Mayor for 2024/2025 is Councillor Cheryl Payne The restoration of a derelict Grade II listed cinema in Hull is now underway The National Picture Theatre on Beverley Road which still bears the scars of a World War Two bombing raid The cinema was the “last surviving civilian bomb-damaged building” from the period and was granted Grade II listed status in 2007 the cinema was long and narrow and opened on 23 December 1914 Hobson and Porter are undertaking the restoration of the site thanks to funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund Hull City Council and the National Civilian World War II Memorial Trust (NCWW2MT) Works to preserve the site for future generations include the replacement of period windows stabilisation and restoration of the red brick façade and new lighting The open space where the auditorium once stood will be used to create a flexible education and community events area and war memorial enabling visitors to learn about the life of civilians in the Second World War The project has been long campaigned for by the National Civilian World War II Memorial Trust (NCWW2MT) who are passionate about sharing the impact the Second World War had on civilians in Hull and how this site reflects just how much Britain’s second most bombed city in the UK was affected said: “I am delighted to see work starting on site for the first time since it was destroyed in World War II enable visitors to access the building safely “There are so many stories within the National Picture Theatre that are of national importance and to have the opportunity to give it the attention it deserves is fantastic “I would like to thank The National Lottery Heritage Fund for recognising the significance of this project and the local community for their continued support now and going forward “I am looking forward to seeing the restoration progress.” said: “Having been based in Hull since 1971 we have seen the cinema sadly fall into a sorry state and feel hugely proud to have been chosen to restore such a significant “In recent years we are proud to have worked with Hull City Council on a number of heritage projects in the city including the recommissioning of the iconic Guildhall time ball the refurbishment of Beverley Road baths and the repurposing of the former city archives at 79 Lowgate.” North at The National Lottery Heritage Fund said: “It’s very exciting to see work on the National Picture Theatre get underway This project will not only restore and preserve the heritage building for future generations it will also connect visitors from near and far with its unique story the Heritage Fund is able to support multiple projects in Hull that which was designed by architects Runton and Barry for the De-Luxe Theatre Company and built in 1914 was badly damaged during a Luftwaffe air raid on 18 March 1941 but no-one was killed or seriously injured.Hull was one of the worst-affected cities in the country during the Blitz and had to face air raids for longer than any other place in Britain the history of the cinema will be told and become an educational facility and a place to remember loved ones The restoration programme is expected to take around five months to complete We use some essential cookies to make this website work We’d like to set additional cookies to understand how you use GOV.UK remember your settings and improve government services We also use cookies set by other sites to help us deliver content from their services You have accepted additional 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You can change your cookie settings at any time Freedom of Information releases and corporate reports New mandatory housing measures for kept birds have been introduced across East Riding of Yorkshire following a decision by ministers after advice from the United Kingdom’s Chief Veterinary Officer These enhanced measures are in response to the escalating local risk and number of cases of bird flu in the area This means from noon on 23 December all bird keepers in East Riding of Yorkshire Norfolk and Suffolk whether they have pet birds commercial flocks or just a few birds in a backyard flock must keep their birds housed to protect them from bird flu These measures are in addition the requirement to follow the stringent biosecurity measures which have been in force across the area since the 13 December as part of the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) Bird keepers are advised to consult the interactive map to check if they are impacted and should then read the new regional AIPZ with housing measure declaration which sets out the requirements in East Riding of Yorkshire There continues to be a growing number of bird flu cases on commercial farms and in backyard birds across East Riding of Yorkshire We have taken action to try and prevent the further spread of disease and urge bird keepers to comply with the new housing measures Bird keepers must continue to exercise robust biosecurity measures remain alert for any signs of disease and report suspected disease immediately to the Animal and Plant Health Agency The Chief Veterinary Officer is now encouraging all bird keepers in the affected regions to take action now to comply with the new mandatory housing measures and protect the health of their birds including taking steps to safeguard animal welfare Keepers should consult their private vet and expand and enhance housing where necessary In addition to areas where an AIPZ including housing is in force in order to mitigate the risk of disease spread mandatory housing for all poultry and other captive birds also applies in any 3km Protection Zone in force surrounding infected premises The new housing measures build on the strengthened biosecurity measures that were brought in as part of the AIPZ last week The AIPZ means that all bird keepers need to take extra precautions such as restricting access for non-essential people on site ensuring workers change clothing and footwear before entering bird enclosures and cleaning and disinfecting vehicles regularly to limit the risk of the disease spreading separation of poultry from wild birds including through housing in the areas of highest risk and regular monitoring for signs of disease remain the most effective means of controlling an outbreak of bird flu and protecting flocks both in the area and across the country from bird flu The prevention measures introduced through an AIPZ are introduced in a phased and escalating manner proportionate to the escalating risk to an area The need for AIPZs is kept under regular review as part of the government’s work to monitor and manage the risks of bird flu Any decisions on when to reintroduce a national or further regional AIPZs or extend AIPZs to include housing measures are based on risk assessments built on the latest scientific and ornithological evidence and veterinary advice The current risk to human health remains very low and properly cooked poultry and poultry products UKHSA remains vigilant for any evidence of changing levels of risk and are keeping this under constant review Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details With spring in full flow and summer just around the corner here’s just a selection of things taking place in Hull this May The annual Hull Minster Beer Festival returns this May combining one of the city’s most iconic buildings with some of the best beers in the region there’s plenty of opportunity to sip This year is the 80th anniversary of VE Day and there’s various celebration events taking place across Hull to commemorate the occasion On Monday 5 May a street party will be set up in East Park Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups Channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time Hull Independent Cinema presents ‘Queer’ a very special film season which explores the history of LGBTQ+ cinema and shines a light on the beauty and brilliance of queer lives powerful documentaries and nostalgic favourites 🎬 Queer: An LGBTQ+ Film Season (Thu 8 May – Sat 17 May).@HullIndieCinema presents 'Queer', a very special film season which explores the history of LGBTQ+ cinema and shines a light on the beauty and brilliance of queer lives. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ pic.twitter.com/q26sGvn1nM Fresh from stealing the show on Strictly Come Dancing one of the comedy circuit’s hottest talents heads to Hull this May held their annual Service of Remembrance at the MKM Stadium on Saturday morning which was led by Club Chaplain the Reverend Tony Cotson was attended by representatives from 150 Regt RLC as well as the Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber and Lady Mayoress Councillor Christine Randall Music was played by members of the East Riding Brass Band before attendees observed a two minutes silence and the playing of The Last Post The service was an opportunity for the club and the wider community to remember the ultimate sacrifice given by so many in conflict – in particular those who were members of the Hull FC family The Black & Whites were represented by first-team player Davy Litten and personnel from across the club including Veterans Officer Sarah Robinson and veterans who partake in the Hull FC Community Foundation’s various veterans programmes Members of supporters group FC Voices were also in attendance Davy Litten laid a wreath on behalf of the club and the supporters of Hull FC at the Jack Harrison VC MC Memorial while the Lord Mayor also laid a wreath on behalf of the city of Hull the Black & Whites travel to AMT Headingley for.. John Cartwright has named his match day squad for our Magic.. John Cartwright has looked ahead to our Magic Weekend clash against.. Hull FC's U18s went down 16-30 to Wigan Warriors at the.. ticket & match info and video content from the Black and Whites Residents across the UK can now vote in the UK Parliamentary Election as polls open In Hull there are three constituencies – Kingston Upon Hull East Kingston Upon Hull West and Haltemprice and Kingston Upon Hull North and Cottingham that residents will have the opportunity to vote in Details on all candidates for each constituencies can be found here Polling stations are open until 10pm today (Thursday 4 July) and voters will be required to bring a valid form of photographic ID or a Voter Authority Certificate in order to cast their vote. Valid forms of ID can be found here The count of the local election will take place immediately after polls close in the Guildhall with results expected in the early hours of Friday (5 July) Keep up to date with results via Hull City Council’s social media channels TransPennine Express (TPE) is reminding customers that a new timetable is set to come into effect this Sunday (15 December) Customers travelling between Hull and Liverpool will be able to sit back and relax on TransPennine Express’ Nova 1 trains for the first time later this week Nova 1 is a fleet of 19 five-carriage trains with 161 extra seats compared to current trains travelling on this route The bi-mode trains can be operated using diesel or electric power TPE customers will see hundreds more seats on trains and services across the Pennines running every 15 minutes from this December as the operator restores services while continuing to run a timetable customers can depend on Four express trains an hour will run between Manchester Victoria and Leeds frequent and reliable trains – as well as increased services across TPE’s network there will be an increase in seats for customers of 12 per cent – around 1300 more every day said: “Hull City Council is delighted that TransPennine Express has forged this new hourly train link between the port cities of Hull and Liverpool that will help transform rail travel with shorter journey times and more travel opportunities across the north “Many of these services will be operated by modern bi-mode trains using a mix of diesel and electric power as they go from Hull to Liverpool resulting in less carbon emissions and helping to combat climate change.” said: “We’re so pleased to be able to introduce our new services for our customers in Hull our customers travelling between Hull and Liverpool will be able to sit back and relax on our Nova 1 trains “We have seen great achievements across TPE in the past 12 months in particular thanks to our customers old and new having confidence to travel with us we have become the second fastest growing train company in the UK “We urge customers to check before they travel in case there are any changes to their services.” The passion and ambition for the city displayed by Hull City Council has received praise in a Local Government Association (LGA) Corporate Peer Challenge report The report highlights that a “sense of pride and ownership is infectious and widespread” throughout the organisation and acknowledges that senior leaders are “engaging and widely recognised for their passion and commitment to the city.” The report has been published after a team of senior officers and councillors from other UK local authorities carried out a 4-day visit to Hull in October 2024 As detailed within the report, the team found a culture and identity that has “galvanised around a positive vision for the future which has been developed by the council and its partners through its recently created Community Plan 2024-2034.” It added: “The process developed by the council to create the plan has been energising and has been built on extensive and authentic engagement across Hull.” said: “I welcome the report and what the team found when they joined us in Hull “They saw a council that is committed to the city and a city that is a place with real potential “It is a really positive report and my thanks go to all those involved.  “We are not complacent and know that this report demonstrates the progress being made as a council and that the authority is making the improvements it needs to make that there is always more that can be done to improve how the council serves the community of Hull “I am pleased that the team recognised effective leadership of the council and that it is an organisation determined to get the best for the city.” The report says the Community Plan was developed through “extensive and finely tuned community engagement” It described this as “a good example of how the council can galvanise across its departments and work with key partners to listen to local communities.” Hull City Council’s strong responses to a number of major events were highlighted as positive examples of how the organisation has supported communities through sympathetic and collaborative work with residents and partners The council was also commended for focusing on culture as a catalyst for growth with the report saying the council’s ability to leverage the legacy from UK City of Culture 2017 for ongoing regeneration “sets it apart from many of its peer local authorities.” said: “I strongly support the LGA’s Corporate Peer Challenge process which is carried out by people experienced in local government and the services we provide as it independently assesses what we’re doing and how we’re doing it which praises the work our people are doing and recognises the council’s workforce as a tremendous asset with a clear and palpable passion for Hull the place and Hull the council “We will never become complacent as a council “We will respond positively to the recommendations outlined in the report to help us improve our services to our residents “The report concludes that we have many of the right things in place to help us achieve our objectives and that the future can be incredibly bright for Hull.” The Peer Challenge team made a number of recommendations to the council including to grasp the opportunities brought by devolution as well as creating a constant focus on pace to build momentum It also made recommendations surrounding strategic partnership and delivery and organisational leadership and delivery with the findings setting a framework for an action plan to respond to the issues identified within the report as part of their Music Of The Spheres World Tour 2025 the City of Hull is set to take centre stage once again Listed as their only European dates in 2025 fans will be able to see Coldplay live at Sewell Group Craven Park Stadium Tickets will go on sale on Friday 27th September at 9am via Ticketmaster Hull KR Chief Executive Paul Lakin said: 'We are truly delighted to bring the world’s biggest band to East Hull Sewell Group Craven Park will be rocking for two consecutive nights for the biggest show the City has ever seen 'We can’t wait to proudly represent the whole region and North of England as part of the only European dates announced outside of London 'The stadium is no stranger to big acts with Hull’s very own Beautiful South selling out 25,000 tickets in our 2017 City of Culture year alongside other major concerts from The Who and same production that will be inside Wembley stadium 'We have a fantastic relationship with SJM Concerts and we’d like to place on record our thanks to them for making this happen for what is set to be two very special nights.' said: 'This announcement is fantastic for Hull 'To have a world-renowned act such as Coldplay performing in Hull really demonstrates how the City has become a culture and tourism destination 'I have no doubt that residents right across the City will be extremely excited by this huge news 'Whilst I am sure everyone who attends will enjoy themselves we also hope the City benefits economically and more whilst Coldplay joins us in Hull.' or Kingston upon Hull to give it its full name has a rich history of producing some incredible rugby league players – be that for FC With a huge Challenge Cup quarter-final tie coming up on Saturday afternoon between the two halves of the city we’ve put together an ultimate 13 of currently active players born or raised in Hull… local lad Moy came through the Airlie Birds’ youth ranks and was handed his senior debut back in April 2024 against Huddersfield Giants The full-back is still a teenager until August but has 21 first-team appearances to his name in an Airlie Birds shirt consistently delivering impressive performances when presented with the opportunity played junior rugby league for community outfit Skirlaugh Bulls Spending time in the now-defunct City of Hull Academy the winger’s senior career began in the east of the city with KR featuring five times for the Robins in the 2018 season After a brief spell in League 1 with Coventry Bears (now Midlands Hurricanes) Wallis joined Castleford Tigers on trial in 2022 and earned a contract for 2023 and he was snapped up by Huddersfield ahead of the 2024 season penning a four-year deal at the John Smith’s Stadium He has scored eight tries in 20 Giants appearances to date The first man in this team to have donned a shirt for both FC and KR is 36-year-old Hall still involved in the game having joined Championship outfit Doncaster ahead of the 2024 campaign the 29 appearances he’s made so far for the Dons have taken him on to 389 in his career with an incredible 246 tries scored to this point who he made 75 appearances for and scored 47 tries Hall had three separate stints at KR – two permanent and one as a loanee he racked up 118 appearances in Robins colours The veteran has also represented Widnes Vikings Leigh (then-Centurions) & Featherstone Rovers KR youngster Gorman – who will turn 20 later this month – takes our second centre spot having made his senior debut for the Robins in a heavy defeat at Wigan Warriors back in August 2023 the week prior to the Challenge Cup final defeat against Leigh Leopards The teenager – a versatile back – hasn’t featured for Willie Peters’ side since then but is highly thought of at Craven Park and signed a long-term deal until the end of 2027 last year He has nine appearances for Featherstone on his CV across the last two campaigns 20-year-old Martin scored a try on his senior FC debut against St Helens at the back end of 2023 with 21 tries now to his name in just 34 first-team games 11 of those tries have come in just eight appearances across all competitions so far this year The speedy winger – who previously played for community outfit West Hull – arrived at FC with a footballing background having joined their academy after eight years on the books of EFL Championship outfit Hull City There aren’t many in this team that aren’t currently playing for FC or KR. Abdull – who remains a free agent having been let go by the Airlie Birds in pre-season without playing a game – ticks that box but has featured for both of his home city’s two Super League clubs before who spent time with local clubs Norland Sharks ARLFC and Skirlaugh Bulls in his youth 78 for the Robins and 54 for the Airlie Birds He’s also donned a shirt for London Broncos Featherstone and Doncaster as well as Catalans Dragons who he spent the 2024 campaign on loan at from KR Abdull reunites with former half-back partner Lewis in this 13 with the pair previously playing together at KR from 2020 until 2023 Lewis has now surpassed a century of senior career appearances and has scored 73 tries to this point in his career having made his first-team debut for the Robins in August 2019 against Wigan The playmaker spent time on loan with both Newcastle Thunder and York as he was cutting his teeth and now has five England caps on his CV having made his international bow against Tonga back in 2023 Our first prop is a man who made the rarely-trotted path across the city fairly recently who made 73 appearances for the Black and Whites between 2019 and 2024 joined the Robins on a deal until the end of 2026 last May the 24-year-old linked up with his boyhood club having played at junior level for East Hull The forward has played 11 games for KR since his arrival and having made appearances as a loanee for both Doncaster and Bradford Bulls during his time with FC as well as featuring on dual-registration for Featherstone after joining KR he is now sat on 96 senior appearances in total One-time England international Litten knows exactly what it’s like to represent both sides of the city in one season having done so back in 2019 spending the last few months of that year at Craven Park on loan from FC before making the switch a permanent one ahead of the 2020 campaign made 18 senior appearances for the Airlie Birds in total featuring 20 times on loan for Doncaster during his time contracted to FC 131 games in a KR shirt – including the handful as a loanee – have followed so far with Litten now eyeing up the milestone of 200 club career appearances Utility Lawler – a West Hull junior – came through at the City of Hull Academy before linking up with KR making a senior debut for the Robins in August 2015 against Widnes and marking the occasion with a try he’s now made 169 senior appearances 103 of those – and 12 tries – came in KR colours featuring on loan for both York and Newcastle Thunder during his time contracted at Craven Park The 29-year-old departed East Hull at the end of the 2021 season joining fellow Super League outfit Castleford He’s now played 64 games in the Tigers’ colours Hadley is another who has donned a shirt in both sides of his home city coming through the ranks at FC and making a senior debut in April 2013 having already featured on dual-registration for York that season surpassing the milestone of 200 club career appearances last season The 32-year-old – who picked up a Challenge Cup winners’ medal during his time with the Airlie Birds – made the switch across the city in July 2019 and has remained at Craven Park ever since He has now comfortably made more appearances for KR (111) than he managed for FC (87) featuring in both a Challenge Cup final and a Super League Grand Final came through the FC academy and made his breakthrough into the Black and Whites’ first-team in 2018 having appeared on loan for Doncaster the season prior he’d been crowned Hull’s Young Player of the Year with his seventh and – to date – final appearance on loan at Doncaster also coming that same season Lane now has 156 senior appearances for the Airlie Birds on his CV With one appearance for England Knights to his name he’s another now eyeing the milestone of 200 career appearances Rounding things off at loose is another man with one England Knights appearance on his CV made in 2018 against Papua New Guinea in Lae Fash‘s senior debut for FC came in July 2015 with loan appearances made thereafter for Doncaster Leigh (then-Centurions) and Canadian outfit Toronto Almost a decade on from his debut for the club the 29-year-old has now made 180 appearances for FC © Planet Sport Limited 2025 • All Rights Reserved The Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull is to compete in the upcoming British Chess Championships Councillor Mark Collinson is a competitive player in the sport and has played in the tournament previously when it has been held in other towns and cities It is returning to Hull later this month for the first time since 2021 with the event taking place between Thursday 25 July and Sunday 4 August Matches will be contested at Hull City Hall and at DoubleTree by Hilton Hull on Ferensway The Lord Mayor will take part in the Over 65 category I am delighted that this event is returning to Hull “Many players from around the country have told me how much they enjoyed their last visit here “Hopefully this time will be even better – and hopefully my play will be better as well!” It will be the 110th time the Championships takes place with the first tournament going ahead in 1904 There are dozens of different categories of play Organisers will also put on an extensive social chess programme with a series of chess-related events around the city Hull City Council has boosted chess in the community via the installation of chess tables in East Park and Pearson Park, whilst the Lord Mayor recently opened ChessFest Hull which has a focus on promoting junior involvement For more information on the British Chess Championships, visit British Chess Championships – Hull City Hall / DoubleTree by Hilton – Thursday 25th July to Sunday 4th August 2024 This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Details for Hull FC’s annual Service of Remembrance have been confirmed this year’s service will take place on Saturday 9th November with a period of silent reflection taking place at 11.00am The club and supporters will come together to remember the many members of the FC family players and officials who have given their life for their country during the history of the club In remembrance of all those who have served and given their life for our country will conduct a wreath laying ceremony at the Jack Harrison VC MC memorial outside the MKM Stadium’s West Stand Main Reception The Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber All supporters are welcome to attend the service Supporters will be able to access the ceremony on foot via entering the main West Park gates – those travelling by car can enter the stadium via the Anlaby Road or Walliker Street entrances with parking available in the South Stand car park Hull will once again pause to remember those lost during the Second World War as the annual Citizens Air Raid Memorial Service will take place next month The service commemorates all civilian life lost as well as paying tribute to emergency service personnel It particularly honours the hundreds of people who died during heavy bombing between 7 and 9 May 1941 82 major air attacks took place in Hull between 1939 and 1945 This year’s service will be held on Tuesday 6 May at the Memorial Cenotaph within Northern Cemetery The Reverend Vicky Earll will lead the service Attendees can also visit the Cemetery’s memorial and remembrance area which was completed in 2023 to commemorate the 300-plus men women and children buried in unmarked mass graves there The feature also honours the volunteers who came forward to help emergency services For more information on Hull Bereavement Services, visit Hull Bereavement Services – Hull Bereavement Services Tech & services news for healthcare professionals ‘PROUD’: New Lord Mayor Councillor Mark Collinson Councillor Mark Collinson has been installed as the new Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber in a ceremony at the Guildhall Councillor Collinson becomes the city’s 111th mayor after being elected at a Full Council meeting of Hull City Council on Thursday for the 2024/2025 mayoral year The installation ceremony took place in the council chamber The previous Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull has handed over cheques to the charities he supported during his year in the role Councillor Kalvin Neal’s nominated charities were Dove House Hospice and Hull 4 Heroes Money was raised during the various events held during Councillor Neal’s mayoral year which lasted from May 2023 to May of this year He said: “We put on some fantastic events during my time as Lord Mayor where it was great to see so many people come together to get involved “I’m really pleased that we’ve been able to raise thousands of pounds for charities that benefit people in our city “I know the current Lord Mayor has some great occasions planned and I encourage everyone to come out to show their support for those.” Hull LGBT+ Community Pride will also benefit to the tune of almost £1,000 It organised the Lord Mayor’s Rainbow Valentine’s Ball in February where all of the acts gave up their time free of charge Half of the proceeds from the ticket sales from that event have been donated to the charity The current Lord Mayor, Councillor Mark Collinson, is supporting Hull and East Yorkshire Children’s University and Cruse Bereavement Support as his chosen charities for his mayoral year Fleetwood Town can confirm young forward Pharrell Brown has joined Championship side Hull City for an undisclosed fee Brown joined Town three years ago from Premier League outfit Manchester United after sixteen years at the Red Devils He signed his two-year scholarship back in 2021 and played a crucial role for the Under-18s in the FA Youth Cup run where he got Man of the Match for his performance against Middlesbrough at Highbury Brown featured for the Under-21s in their inaugural Professional Development League season scoring crucial goals away at Watford and at home against Wigan Athletic in a 4-1 win The youngster signed his first professional contract in May 2023 and made his Fleetwood Town debut a few weeks before after coming on as a late substitute in the 5-2 win over Lancashire rivals Brown said: “I have really enjoyed my time at Fleetwood Town and have made friends for life with many people “I’d like to thank the Academy staff and coaches who believed in me from day one I have progressed a lot on and off the pitch Mark Yeates and Nathan Pond being some to name “They’ve helped me understand the game better and I am just thankful for their support over the last three years the Club would like to wish Pharrell all the best at the Tigers Keep up to date with all the latest goings on by signing up for the FTFC email newsletter Get closer to the team than ever before with news Get Directions Read our ‘Farming on the edge’ report Home ❯ What we care about ❯ Better places to live ❯ Local Green Spaces case study: Kingston upon Hull The city of Hull has plentiful green space but is one of the few cities without a single Local Green Space designation which makes them vulnerable to development Hull is the second largest city (after Leicester) in England without a designated Green Belt around it. But with over 100 parks, 26 conservation areas, two registered parks and many other open spaces residents in Hull are spoiled for choice when it comes to greenery green spaces are celebrated by locals; they are home to community activities Hull city council has understood the inherent value of a flourishing the local plan identified 376 areas of urban greenspace and recognised their significance and positive impact on local communities The plan laid out policies to preserve green spaces through designations such as Local Nature Reserves Local Wildlife Sites and Open Spaces that gave these areas a certain level of the protection against development it is therefore more vulnerable to increasing pressures for development A survey focusing on the local plan revealed that, when asked about new schemes – whether they are car parks, new housing, or commercial developments – most people stated that protecting and maintaining green spaces should be prioritised When asked what they would like to have a say on in terms of influencing local decision-making one in three people said green spaces and parks 57% of people admitted that they had never heard of the Hull Local Plan The fact that local people do not seem to be actively participating in the planning process of their localities suggests that they have limited control over their environment Whilst it is evident that local people in Hull cherish their green spaces there is a clear disconnect between community sentiment and active participation in their protection Encouraging civic awareness and emphasising the need for LGS designations ahead of the upcoming review of the local plan will prevent green spaces from falling victim to growing plans for development in Hull This case study is part of our 2023 Local Green Spaces report View the full report by clicking the link below Read the report We’ll send you the latest news and information on our work events and other ways you can support our vision for a thriving countryside We hold and manage your details in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. 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You can read our privacy policy for more information This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply Essential digital access to quality FT journalism on any device Complete digital access to quality FT journalism with expert analysis from industry leaders Complete digital access to quality analysis and expert insights complemented with our award-winning Weekend Print edition Terms & Conditions apply Discover all the plans currently available in your country See why over a million readers pay to read the Financial Times Hull City Council has claimed two honours at the 2024 Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE) performance network awards Teams claimed the most improved performer award in both the Parks as well as in the Street Cleansing category The prizes were given at a ceremony in Blackpool where Hull City Council received 5 nominations in total pictured with the Most Improved Performer award winners in the Parks said: “It’s a really proud moment for the Council to be recognised in this way “We’ve been focusing on trying to get the basics right for the people of the city so to receive awards for how our streets and green spaces look and run is very pleasing “We know that supporting communities by cleaning up areas of concern can help to combat anti-social behaviour and increase feelings of pride where people live so I’d really like to thank the staff who’ve been involved in this “It’s great to see that work being hailed by their peers.” For more information on APSE, visit Home – apse Everyone feels the benefit when nature is part of our daily lives But years of squeezed resources and competition for urban space means nature green areas and historic parks have been neglected or lost from many neighbourhoods Our new strategic initiative, Nature Towns and Cities aims to enable 100 places across the UK to transform access to green space in urban areas and bring nature closer to home for us all to enjoy Natural Resources Wales and the Northern Ireland Environment Agency.  We are delighted to be part of this partnership initiative to ensure nature is championed across our urban environments and across the UK Through collaboration with councils to shape the initiative we’ll help deliver greener streets alive with trees river and canal-side paths and historic parks full of energy and life we’ve committed £15m to support local authorities and community partners across the UK to put natural heritage and green infrastructure at the heart of their plans improving the climate resilience of their places and enabling access for all There will be one round of funding with grants available from £250,000 up to £1m We want to fund projects focused on capacity building that will enable local authorities and their partners to put public green spaces like parks nature sites and community gardens at the heart of their thinking to realise the benefits for health Your application should identify what resources or support you will need For example: additional expertise to engage local communities develop partnerships or unlock new investment Read the full application guidance for a Nature Towns and Cities grant We’re accepting Expressions of Interest until 12noon on 12 November 2024 you will be invited to submit a full application between 16 December 2024 and 7 March 2025 View the Introduction to Nature Towns and Cities webinar recording to find out more about the funding available. There are more events coming soon, including themed webinars. Book your place All funded projects will be supported by a network of experts from the partner organisations providing free advice on topics such as green infrastructure planning said: “We are delighted to be part of this partnership initiative to ensure nature is championed across our urban environments and across the UK “It fits with our ambitions to increase our support for strategic projects that help habitats and species thrive reducing and mitigating the impacts of climate change while helping people and communities connect to our unique natural heritage and supports our vision for heritage to be valued Visit the Nature Towns and Cities website to find out more about the ambitions of this partnership The website will continue to be updated as a learning hub If you query is regarding our application portal, please contact our support team We urge you to read our privacy policy which gives you more control over your information and clearly explains how we use it © Trustees of the National Heritage Memorial Fund Here is the latest breakdown of scheduled and emergency works taking place across Hull over the next few weeks access and independent living professionals Medequip has announced that it has been awarded the contract to deliver the Community Equipment Loan Service for the East Riding of Yorkshire and Hull The new service will commence on 1 April 2025 marking a significant milestone in Medequip’s commitment to keeping people independent across the UK With over 30 years of experience supplying cleaning and recycling community equipment Medequip is well-positioned to deliver an effective community equipment service for the population of East Riding of Yorkshire and Hull The service aims to enhance and maintain the quality of life and independence for children Medequip has stated that it will ensure timely access to high-quality community equipment supported by robust logistics operations and stock management processes operations will be delivered from a purpose-built service centre depot on the Evolve site at Melton West Business Park Designed with sustainability and efficiency the new service centre will feature a solar-panelled roof to support green energy use and electric vehicle charge points aligning with Medequip’s commitment to reducing environmental impact and a landscaped wildflower green wall to enhance biodiversity in the local area “We are thrilled to have been selected to provide this vital service and look forward to working closely with the Commissioners and Prescribers We also look forward to welcoming colleagues from the current service provider who will be joining the Medequip family from 1 April.” NHS Humber and North Yorkshire ICB’s Assistant Director for Community Integration said: “Medequip is the leading provider of community equipment services to local authorities and the NHS across the UK delivering a wide range of equipment and support to people in their own homes I look forward to seeing patients in Hull and East Riding benefit from their experience and expertise.” East Riding of Yorkshire cabinet member for Adults said “It’s great to see this contract awarded to ensure that East Riding council can continue to support residents who require community equipment and ensure they are able to access the support they need.” the portfolio holder for Adult Social Care and Public Health at Hull City Council said: “This is an important service to our local community that we have jointly commissioned alongside our local authority and NHS partners we are committed to supporting our residents to live as independently as possible.” With the new service centre and its sustainability-focused service model Medequip is also taking a significant step toward reducing its environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency and equipment availability Medequip looks forward to working with the NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board and Humber Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to deliver the Community Equipment Service for the people of East Riding of Yorkshire and Hull In recent news, Medequip announced that it has partnered with Healthwatch Wirral to collaboratively  gather valuable user feedback on its community equipment loan service operating across the Wirral peninsula Hull city centre will turn red, white and blue next weekend as Armed Forces Day is celebrated Queen Victoria Square will play host to this free event next Saturday (29 June) which promises to have something for the whole family Free activities on offer include a climbing wall Military attractions will also be on offer alongside a veterans’ marquee filled with representatives from the Royal British Legion Musical performances from The 150 Regiment Band and Humberside and South Yorkshire Army Cadet Force Band will take place throughout the day with military-style street performers taking to the streets The Lord Mayor of Kingston Upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber Cllr Mark Collinson will also be in attendance Assistant Director for Citysafe at Hull City Council and Honorary Colonel for the 150 Regiment “Armed Forces Day has so much on offer with something for everyone to enjoy “This family event celebrates the important role of the armed forces and provides visitors the opportunity to reflect and thank those who have protected and continue to protect our country.” Hull’s Armed Forces Day event takes place in Queen Victoria Square on Saturday 29 June people in Hull went to the polls to cast their votes in the General Election MPs were elected across three constituencies in Hull – Hull East The elected members for parliament were – Hull North and Cottingham – Diana Johnson (Labour) Hull West and Haltemprice – Emma Hardy (Labour) and you can catch up on all of last night’s events by viewing it below And that concludes our General Elections 2024 live blog Thanks for joining us and make sure to stay connected with Hull City Council: Hull West result: Labour holdEmma Hardy#GeneralElection2024 pic.twitter.com/aWKSG32V8M Hull North result: Labour holdDiana Johnson#GeneralElection2024 pic.twitter.com/YNhsiLihbk Hull East result: Labour holdKarl Turner#GeneralElections2024 pic.twitter.com/pFkuPAq4CW And here is our first result of the night… We’re getting closer to announcing the first General Election results so pleased stay tuned and we’ll update you as soon as possible Don’t forget to tune into our YouTube channel for tonight’s election You’ll be able to the results live and watch the elected candidates speak for the first time when the votes have been confirmed Counting has now begun for the Hull West & Haltemprice constituencies Counting has now begun for the Hull North & Cottingham constituencies The official turnout in Hull for the General Election is as follows: Counting has now begun for the Hull East constituencies Would it even be an election without dogs at polling stations Share your photos with Hull City Council on social media Share your #DogsAtPollingStations photos if you're voting today! 🐶 👇#GeneralElection2024 pic.twitter.com/FKdIlKJLa7 Don’t forget, you can also follow the General Election tonight with Hull City Council’s live interactive map which will display all the details as they’re announced A reminder of the candidates in Hull for tonight’s General Election: The ballot boxes are currently being verified and we hope to share the first updates soon Make sure to stay tuned for the General Election results in Hull Hull has three Members of Parliament in Hull North Before we find out the results later tonight here’s the current make up of members of parliament in Hull: And they’re off 🚀 The first box has been tipped at the Guildhall! #GeneralElection2024 pic.twitter.com/ttswTMfzHK We’ll bring you the General Election as soon as they’ve been verified but in the meantime here’s the latest updates from Hull City Council: It takes many people across the city to run the polling stations and make the General Election happen Here’s the key stats form today’s Parliamentary Election: The local stats from around Hull for the General Election 📊 Polling stations are open across the city until 10pm. #GeneralElection2024 pic.twitter.com/fdwDfOPRO6 The ballot boxes have started to arrive at the Guildhall! The count will begin shortly! #GeneralElection2024 pic.twitter.com/yfM8I3DslH If you want to refresh your memory on last year’s results you can read our live blog and the result in each ward from last year Read the 2023 Local Elections Live Blog (link opens in a new tab). you can follow the Local Election results on the following channels: Social media: Follow our X & Instagram pages for live updates and coverage Live stream: Watch our live stream from the Guildhall on our YouTube channel Interactive map: Follow along the results with our interactive map here And all is quiet and calm… well until 10pm. General Election Count @Hullccnews #GeneralElection2024 pic.twitter.com/OlpNIkPKTc and welcome to our General Election live blog We’ll update this page as we get the latest news about the parliamentary election in Hull as it happens Make sure to refresh this page regularly – we’ll be publishing the ward results as they’re announced from the Guildhall and provide key updates throughout the night the Notice of Election has been posted by Hull City Council Chief Executive Matt Jukes as people across the country will soon be given the chance to vote on who represents their constituency in Parliament in the General Election This year will see changes to the parliamentary constituency boundaries since the last parliamentary election in December 2019 Polling letters delivered to residents will detail the area they will be voting in and where their polling station will be with the voting taking place on Thursday 4 July The constituencies that people can vote in are Hull East 1. You need to be registered to vote by midnight on Tuesday 18 June you can vote either at your home address or term time address Residents who registered to vote in the previous election and whose details have not changed will still be registered to vote 2. The notice of election has been published today Tuesday 4 June Hull City Council chief executive and (acting) returning officer has published the notice of election in the Guildhall Three constituencies will be contested in the city – Kingston upon Hull East 3.  Candidates for each constituency will be announced on Friday 7 June 69,925 electors will have a chance to vote on which candidate they would like to be their local MP 74,179 electors are eligible to vote for their MP while in Hull West and Hessle there are 72,579 electors Figures are subject to change whilst voter registration is open) Polling stations will be open from 7am to 10pm on Thursday 4 July Polling letters will be sent out to all eligible electors These will start to be sent out from next week and do not need to be taken to polling stations 5. Results will be announced in the early hours of Friday 5 July boxes from all of the polling stations will be brought to the Guildhall The results will then be declared by the Lord Mayor of Kingston Upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber An exciting line-up of WORDS / MUSIC – a live spoken word and music event – is set to shake up the stacks at Hull Central Library later this month Hull Libraries is hosting the event inspired by The British Library’s ‘Beyond the Bassline: 500 years of Black British Music’ on Sunday 21 July A fabulous line-up will take to the stage in a celebration of the creativity and cultural impact of black British music where words and music will come together to tell an unforgettable story WORDS / MUSIC will shine a spotlight on different voices and perspectives to celebrate black British music as a form of entertainment and a vehicle for communities Visitors will be able to explore Musical Truth with Jeffrey Boakye gain insight into Glastonbury stars Chiedu Oraka and August Charles and then let loose with a DJ set from Dave ‘DJ Redlocz’ Okwesia Hull City Council’s portfolio holder for culture and leisure said: “WORDS / MUSIC is a fantastic event for Hull Central Library to host “Hull is a multi-cultural and diverse city and it’s only right that we celebrate that and help people to understand other cultures and how they influence music and people’s lives “It is a great example of how Hull Central Library is becoming a major player in the city’s events space and I have no doubt that this will attract people from Hull and beyond.” Jeffrey is the critically acclaimed author of Musical Truth: A Musical History of Modern Black Britain in 28 Songs Jeffrey has a particular interest in issues surrounding race Chiedu’s lyrical abilities create an in-depth memoir of the Northern Black experience Fresh from the BBC Introducing stage at Glastonbury Chiedu will take us on a journey through his musical truth with Jeffrey and perform some of his favourite tracks live His mixtape, Misfit, was launched earlier this year to acclaim from critics and fans alike Also fresh from the BBC Introducing stage at Glastonbury! Dance along to soulful rhythms with August Charles (Lead Vocal) Born in Ndola in Zambia and raised throughout the UK His music captures the essence of these contrasting experiences blending soulful grooves that reflect his diverse influences with soul forming the foundation of his unique musical style curating a DJ set that celebrates the best in black British music A founder member of Beats Bus Records and a recording artist specialising in Afro Fusion and hip-hop DJ Redlocz has been involved in the music industry for over 20 years and continues to create a safe space for young artists to develop their voice with doors opening at 2pm at Hull Central Library on Albion Street Tickets are £10 for adults and £8 for children under 16 Budding archaeologists are invited to take part in a community dig on a historic Hull site this autumn Time travellers are welcome to get involved with a free archaeological dig on the site of the former Clarence Mill which will be open to the public from Monday 2 September A statutory exploration was undertaken by Humber Field Archaeology (HFA) earlier this year as the site is prepared for the East Bank Urban Village development visitors will be able to uncover the hidden history of the Drypool area for themselves 725 years after Hull received its royal charter including discovering how it was at the heart of an important medieval village and a stopping point before crossing the River Hull on route to the bustling port of Kingston upon Hull The dig supports the Hull City Council’s ‘Our Culture Our City’ ambition within Hull’s new community plan and will be led by experts from HFA said: “We’ve already had tantalising glimpses into the past of this site including a lost street that has its origins in the 18th century pottery that is 700 years old and the infilled remains of a pool that may represent the origins of the village’s name we want the people of Hull to help us uncover more of the story of Drypool as we journey into the past of this important part of the city.” portfolio holder for regeneration and housing at Hull City Council added: “This is a fantastic opportunity to come and explore the site and discover the hidden histories of Drypool’s past “I’m proud that the council has been able to arrange this free activity for the people of Hull to get their hands on history.” The dig will take place across Monday to Friday for seven weeks from Monday 2 September and visitors must be aged 16 and over Entry to the site will be via St Peter Street Property Deals From £89,950: View Want to hear about the best UK investment deals before anybody else Sign up to our mailing list for information on lucrative investment opportunities Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_12" ).setAttribute( "value" Kingston upon Hull has been much maligned in the past but thanks to transformative regeneration and a wealth of investment since 2017 Hull has already started reversing its fortunes buy-to-let investors have their eye on Hull as a city on the rise with affordable property and high rental demand If you’re looking towards Hull as a potential investment location, our guide will give you a full rundown of whether Kingston upon Hull buy-to-let is a good investment in 2024 Learn whether 2025 is a good year to invest with our key predictions for the year ahead as well as a look back on 2024 and how the market performed Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_13" ).setAttribute( "value" Property prices are generally much lower in the North when compared to London and the rest of the South of England properties in Kingston upon Hull had an average price of £157,356 over the last year This is up 2% on the previous year and up 4% on 2020 This is much more affordable than the UK average of £261,500 as calculated by Zoopa for the July 2023 UK House Price Index House price growth across the country has been sluggish this year but forecasts predict that property in Yorkshire and Humber is set to rise in value by 28.2% by 2029 Learn more about UK house price growth in 2023 – 2024 with our recent guide a Stylish New Addition to Liverpool's Evolving Cityscape Prices From Just £174,950 With 6% NET Yields Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_14" ).setAttribute( "value" the average rent for a property in Kingston upon Hull is £610 This is significantly cheaper than the UK average of £1243 as per the HomeLet Rental Index A study by Compare the Market states that Kingston upon Hull was the most affordable city in the UK for renters in 2023 They found the average monthly rent of a one-bedroom apartment in the city centre to be £452.50 While rents are relatively low, the affordable price tag of Hull property means the area boasts some healthy rental yields for UK buy-to-let property investors Property Data reports that it averages around 5.7% for areas in and around the city but drops as low as 3.3% for further away locations Demand for rental properties has exploded in Hull in the past few years enquiries per rental ad in Hull in September 2022 were up 500% compared to September 2019 This undersupply of housing is also pushing rents up with rents in Yorkshire and Humber up 8.7% compared to last year (HomeLet Rental Index) a Stylish New Addition to Liverpool's Evolving Cityscape Hull City Centre is a convenient place to live with good local amenities and there are also many well-populated suburban areas surrounding the centre such as Kingswood and Bransholme to the north Areas like Willerby in West Hull are more upmarket and more expensive property can be found there If you want to target student investment properties the City Centre is usually popular with those who want to be close to the action Student accommodation is also often found around Cottingham Road or Newland Avenue for good access to the University of Hull This 1-bed apartment in Manchester's popular Salford development won't last long Free £5K furniture pack included and £14,397 NET annual rental income The average property price in HU2 is £99,912 Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_15" ).setAttribute( "value" The average property price in HU7 is £165,099 Want to become a successful buy-to-let investor Get our free investment guide today for all the latest tips Interested in investing in the UK property market in 2025 Get an idea of how the market may perform with our handy 2025 predictions guide The average property price in HU10 is £279,642 Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_16" ).setAttribute( "value" there is an extreme undersupply of available rental properties in Hull which has led to demand for new build developments in the city to help fill the gap Hull council is working with partner developers to provide the area with newly built housing as part of regeneration projects in various parts of the city private developers have also targeted Hull for new build projects This includes housing estates and apartment buildings However, more major cities usually have more new developments in the pipeline. If you want to properly look at the current new-build investment opportunities, it could be worth widening your search beyond Kingston upon Hull. Looking at nearby areas could include new builds in York or Leeds Read more about this in our guide to the latest Savills Residential Property Market Forecast and learn which UK regions to consider for buy to let investment As new builds are typically more expensive than older properties off-plan has emerged as a popular way to save money when investing in newly built units there are some opportunities to invest off-plan in Hull property Off-plan refers to investing in developments while still in the planning or construction stage the investor can benefit from discounts or payment plans to lower the financial barrier to investing in new builds Kingston upon Hull has some off-plan options but it could be advantageous to look at other cities to see what is on offer Off-plan investment opportunities are usually more likely in large cities such as Manchester Kickstart your property investment journey in 2025 and let us cover the cost of the new 2% stamp duty tax surcharge on second properties Register your interest today and unlock huge savings Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_17" ).setAttribute( "value" Hull has been on a regeneration mission since the 1980s when they built Prince’s Quay and opened the Hull Marina Kingston upon Hull was awarded UK City of Culture in 2017 kickstarting a drive to transform the area completely There has been a wealth of investment in recent years to improve Hull’s condition and many schemes and projects are ongoing or proposed for the future the UK government has Hull’s city centre in their sights for the ‘Levelling Up’ initiative Hull City Council were awarded £19.5 million and the projects will focus on Whitefriargate and Albion Square Other parts of Hull are also set to benefit from regeneration as Hull City Council are targeting several areas such as Ings and the Beverley Road Townscape Hull’s recently completed projects are already having the desired effect on the local community and economy The area around Humber Street and the Fruit Market had fallen into nearly complete dereliction but thanks to a transformative regeneration project it’s now known as a creative and commercial community with independent businesses and new homes built Read our guide to Liverpool regeneration projects for the latest sustainability insights Humber is the UK’s worst carbon polluter due to the area’s industry being primarily based in energy-intensive sectors Hull is ambitious about its environmental future aiming to go completely carbon neutral by 2030 20 years earlier than the UK government’s net zero target of 2050 Hull is already a leading location for the offshore wind energy industry and the city’s carbon-neutral strategy contains plans to start generating much of Hull’s energy locally from renewable sources Transport infrastructure will be overhauled to make walking and cycling the easiest options and tree-planting projects will help neutralise unavoidable emissions The city also boasts one hundred parks for eco-conscious renters to enjoy such as the historic Pearson Park and East Park This forward-thinking attitude to sustainability and Hull’s extensive and ambitious regeneration shows Hull is serious about improving its liveability and this could point to capital growth and continued high rental demand in the future Take a look at our latest property investment deals in top UK locations Kingston upon Hull has a lot to offer a buy-to-let property investor and generous rental yields in certain areas major cities can be considered safer investments as more established areas are more likely to have secure future rental demand Some cities in the North West also have below-UK-average property prices, such as property investment in Liverpool Savills forecast North West property to grow in value by 29.4% by 2029 – the highest projection of any UK region Sign up to the RWinvest mailing list now and be the first to access limited-time buy-to-let deals Don’t let these investment opportunities pass you by—join today Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_18" ).setAttribute( "value" Many experts would agree that Kingston upon Hull has earned its reputation as an up-and-coming buy-to-let hotspot owing to affordable property and growing rental demand Potentially high rental yields and predicted capital growth make the hype around Hull understandable from the point of view of an investor While Hull is well on the way to shedding its previous image making more established buy-to-let areas arguably safer investments are predicted to undergo similar capital value growth and can be seen as more attractive to renters Finding the best places to invest in UK property can be a difficult task it can be easy to get lost within a wave of statistics the most successful investors will typically engage in as much research as possible Looking for tips on buying investment properties RWinvest has the latest insights and analysis to help investors find the right buy-to-let opportunities Jessica Ferris is a 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investment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_11" ).setAttribute( "value" Hull City Council is warning property owners in the city that it is prepared to take tough action against them if buildings are allowed to fall into poor condition This was demonstrated by a Section 215 notice issued by the council to a freeholder that should act as a deterrent to other building owners to ensure their properties are well-maintained The notice was served to the owners of the ‘Westobys’ building – London-based Arthur Westoby & Co The property was vacated less than four years ago but has been left to deteriorate and it is now considered to have a detrimental effect on the building’s character local amenity and conservation area as a whole The building has vegetation growth and rotting fabric and is now impacting an adjoining residential building through damp The council’s planning enforcement department served the notice on the freeholder on 25 October and it has now taken full effect since the 14-day appeal period has surpassed without action The freeholder was aware of the department’s investigation and has taken no action as requested The council has requested the removal of all the vegetation from the façade and gutters removal of waste materials and general rubbish and necessary and appropriate repairs to windows Should the steps required by the notice not be undertaken the council will not hesitate to take further action which could result in a conviction and fine for the property owner the council’s portfolio holder for regeneration and housing said: “This notice shows that the council is taking a zero-tolerance approach when it comes to the care and upkeep of our city’s buildings “The council is committed to ensuring that Hull’s buildings and conservation areas foster a pride of place and state of 124 Boulevard is unacceptable “We hope that this notice will encourage land and building owners to maintain their assets and have the same pride in our city as we do.” Mind the Gap: Join the Place North Viability Gap Campaign Led by urban designer Planit, the council is looking for public input into the Hull City Centre Vision The focus will be on delivering a family-friendly and affluent area for residents and visitors The Hull City Centre Vision will inform Hull’s Local Plan and will closely align with targets around carbon emissions this vision will help set us on a path towards a city centre that not only supports economic growth but is also a place our communities can feel proud of.” added: “We are proud to be leading this hugely important work for the city of Hull Our vision aims to create a city centre that offers safe and welcoming neighbourhoods and responds effectively to the climate emergency we want to celebrate Hull’s culture and heritage while creating a city centre that residents and businesses can take pride in.” A six-week public engagement exercise begins today and will run until 16th March businesses and those who work in the Hull can provide feedback on the draft version of the Hull City Centre Vision contributing to the future direction of the city either online or in-person There will be three in-person events at Princes Quay Shopping Centre (Unit G42 just inside Whitefriargate entrance) next week where attendees can view the vision and speak with members of the project team There is also the option to leave comments online Read our comments policy Vivly is building 52 homes in the village near Huddersfield in phase two of its Knowle Grange development The developer has set its sights on a vacant 12.5-acre site north of Whitby Road to potentially accommodate a housing estate designed by architect Tate & Co Register for free Yorkshire property intelligence Stay updated on the latest news and views in Yorkshire property views and opportunities in Yorkshire property By subscribing, you are agreeing to Place Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy