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BBC News
a day ago
- Business
- BBC News
Plan for flats above Hull's Prospect Shopping Centre are approved
A prominent high-rise office block in Hull is set to be turned into 45 in the 1970s, the five-storey landmark building is above the Prospect Shopping bottom floor will include a two-bedroom apartment and four one-bedroom apartments, and the other four floors will each have seven studio apartments, a two-bedroom flat and two one-bedroom conditional planning approval was granted by Hull City Council. Conditions include not supplying on-street residential parking permits so visitor and business parking spaces can be work cannot start until cycling parking facilities for residents have been plans also limit the work to just the interior of the to the Local Democracy Reporting Service, the apartments will be accessed via the existing entrance to Prospect Centre on Prospect Street. Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
City's pocket parks 'significantly improve areas'
Two disused areas in Hull have been transformed into "pocket parks" for residents. The parks are in Dingley Close, north Hull, and Oak Road, off Beverley Road. Hull City Council said improvements at the sites included new seating areas, planters and hardstanding walkways. Local groups worked with the highways team to restore the areas, which are designed to encourage social activity. Rob Pritchard, the council's portfolio holder for culture and leisure, said: "People told us they wanted nice, new green spaces in their communities – and as a council, we've delivered six new pocket parks, with more on the way. "The newly completed parks at Dingley Close and Oak Road have significantly improved those areas." Residents wishing to propose locations for new pocket parks in their area can contact their ward councillors. The deadline for applications for the next wave of pocket parks is 23 July. Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Pocket park created in 'unloved' area of city Gardeners encouraged to transform council land New community gardening scheme for Hull estate Volunteers plant hundreds of trees in city park Hull City Council
BBC News
2 days ago
- General
- BBC News
New pocket parks in Hull 'significantly improve areas'
Two disused areas in Hull have been transformed into "pocket parks" for parks are in Dingley Close, north Hull, and Oak Road, off Beverley City Council said improvements at the sites included new seating areas, planters and hardstanding groups worked with the highways team to restore the areas, which are designed to encourage social activity. Rob Pritchard, the council's portfolio holder for culture and leisure, said: "People told us they wanted nice, new green spaces in their communities – and as a council, we've delivered six new pocket parks, with more on the way."The newly completed parks at Dingley Close and Oak Road have significantly improved those areas."Residents wishing to propose locations for new pocket parks in their area can contact their ward deadline for applications for the next wave of pocket parks is 23 July. Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
BBC News
3 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Gardeners encouraged to transform council land in Hull
Residents in Hull are being encouraged to apply to transform council owned land into gardening City Council said the application process for the city's Right to Grow initiative had opened and it was looking for proposals to turn underused land into "thriving biodiverse spaces".In September 2023, Hull made history as the first city in the UK to pass the Right to Grow motion, allowing food to be grown on disused council initiative makes council land available for small-scale projects, and is part of the council's broader strategy to promote green spaces and support community wellbeing. The council said the initiative aimed to foster a sense of community, improve local environments and allow residents and community groups to take ownership of their local green Charles Quinn, cabinet portfolio holder for environment, said: "We encourage everyone, whether you have a passion for gardening or simply just want to try something new, to apply and take advantage of this fantastic opportunity."The council said applicants would be invited to discuss their project, before being issued with a licence information about the Right to Grow initiative can be found on the council's to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Thousands of households urged to check if they can get £200 cost of living cash
The Household Support Fund is a pot of cash that is distributed by local councils to struggling or vulnerable residents Struggling pensioner households could be entitled to a £200 payment through a new cost of living scheme. Hull City Council is issuing the support as part of the Household Support Fund. The Household Support Fund is a pot of cash that is distributed by local councils to struggling or vulnerable residents. The help provided is usually cash grants or vouchers to pay bills, but it does vary between local authorities. Hull City Council has been awarded £5.3million from the Household Support Fund, which has been extended several times before. Pensioner households who are eligible will receive £200 after the Government made cuts to the Winter Fuel Payment. Meanwhile, low income families will get a £40 school uniform grant, as well as food vouchers in school holidays for those eligible for school meals. Leader of Hull City Council, Councillor Mike Ross, said: 'We know that people are continuing to be severely impacted by the ongoing increases in the cost of living. 'As a Council, we're using this funding to help vulnerable residents afford the essentials. No-one should have to make the choice between heating or eating when we get to the colder months, so we've allocated this money now to make sure we have the right things in place for the next year.' Councillor Ross added: 'While we await clarity on the Government's reforms to the Winter Fuel Payment, it is important that our older people know what help they are eligible for, and we realise there could be many who are entitled to Pension Credit who are not receiving it. 'Anyone who gets Pension Credit also gets the Winter Fuel Payment and may also be able to claim further help with things like housing costs, council tax and heating bills. 'It is right that the council supports Age UK to provide expert advice to pensioners to ensure they can maximise their incomes.' If you're not a Hull resident, it is worth checking what support your local council can offer you through the Household Support Fund. For example, Hartlepool Borough Council is awarding £100 food vouchers to all households where a child is aged between two and 19 and is eligible for free school meals. Meanwhile, households with pensioners who are in receipt of council tax support will get £100 in bank payments or food vouchers this year. Worcestershire County Council is giving Malvern, Worcester, Wychavon, Bromsgrove, Redditch and Wyre Forest residents up to £500 in energy help. There is up to £500 available for homes with children under 18 or full-time students under 21, or up to £300 for adult-only households aged 18–66. Pensioner households can also get up to £300.
