Volunteers needed to support arts and heritage
Hull and East Yorkshire HEY! is known for its blue-coated volunteers, who greeted visitors to Hull during its UK City of Culture year in 2017.
After the programme expanded into Bridlington last year, applications are open for new members.
Volunteer Stewie Bruce, who is based in Bridlington, said: "Being a HEY volunteer is a good way to make friends, it's a big happy family."
With about 2,500 volunteers, the programme allows people to donate their time flexibly.
Councillor Nick Coultish, cabinet member for culture, leisure and tourism at East Riding of Yorkshire Council, said: ''HEY! Volunteers play a significant role in supporting tourism within Hull and the East Riding."
The authority said the programme could help people to build confidence and meet new friends, as well as helping to improve their employability and communication skills.
It said members would also be able to choose the events they would like to take part in.
Mr Bruce added: "You also get to meet people from all different backgrounds, who are really interesting.
"It puts a smile on my face when I put on my uniform to go out to an event."
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