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Humber Cat Walk
The Humber Bridge is iconic in the East of England as the link between Lincolnshire to Yorkshire. But have you ever walked it?
This summer, Cats Protection are asking their supporters to strut their stuff across this majestic bridge, and take part in the Humber Cat Walk.
5km, two counties, one epic bridge!
https://www.cats.org.uk/HumberCatWalk
Hessle West Open Gardens 2024
We are (with a few exceptions), the Hessle West Open Gardeners and family/helpers of the gardeners, and we would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s event on 19th May such an amazing day. Thank you to those who came and bought tickets, plants, food, drinks, books, pottery, put up posters, drove the minibus, said nice things and spread the word about this wonderful community event which raises money for local charities. Special thanks also go to the sun which made a rare and rather spectacular appearance, shining all day without a cloud in the sky!
As it was our 30th anniversary, we hoped it would be our best and it really was! We raised a spectacular £11,260 which was shared at our cheque presentation event in mid-July. We always donate half the money raised to Dove House Hospice and the rest is split between different nominated local charities each year. This year we were delighted to support the Hessle Hedgehog Hospital, Hessle Scouts, The Hessle and Anlaby Food Bank, Rooted in Hull, Hessle Community Centre, the Fire Fighters Charity, FIND3, Let’s Play Toddler Group and the Friends of Tranby Gate Woodland and Wildlife Haven.
Please put next years’ event in your diaries – we normally open our gardens on the 3rd Sunday in May (actual date TBC) and if anyone would like to find out more or get involved in any way, please contact Victoria on 07973 915692. Please also consider following us on Facebook for updates and information about Hessle West Open Gardens 2025.
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Overnight closures of A63 Castle Street:
A63 Castle Street improvement scheme – Next phase
Market Place and Queen Street junction works:
Following removal of the pedestrian crossings from the busy junction, with an improved public walkway provided via the High Street underpass. Work has been progressing well, with closures required on the Queen St entry and exit slip roads in recent months.
The current Queen St exit slip road works will be completed on Friday 12 July.
Overnight closures of A63 Castle Street:
To allow us to switch our working areas and begin work at Market Place, the A63 mainline will be closed overnight from 8pm until 6pm as follows –
Friday 12 July – westbound full closure
Sunday 14 July – eastbound full closure
(Roger Millward Way to Daltry Street / Daltry Street to Roger Millward Way – usual signposted wider diversion route will be in place.)
Market Place exit slip road closure:
Work will then move to the Market Place eastbound exit slip road, with a brand-new diversion in place for this phase of the scheme.
The closure will be in place for a period of 9 weeks from Monday 15 July to Friday 13 September.
Diversion routes:
Drivers travelling eastbound wishing to access Market Place will be required to follow a looped diversion to Roger Millward Way roundabout to return westbound, leaving the A63 at the Queen St exit slip road – then follow High St – Liberty Lane.
(Please see attached map).
Lifeboat Open Day - Sunday 14th July. 10am - 4pm
Lifestyle Project 2024
Lifestyle is one Humberside Polices youth engagement projects where they ask young people aged 10-18 to register in teams and spend their summer holidays completing a project to benefit their community.
Since 1989, tens of thousands of young people have registered and taken on challenges that have made a huge difference to communities across the Humberside Police area.
Over the years they have seen some really innovative and creative projects. Lifestyle teams have renovate public spaces, raise awareness of medical campaigns, decorate children’s hospital wards, donate care packages to those in need and many other imaginative ventures.
There are a host of fantastic prizes on offer for the most inventive and successful projects undertaken. These include: 4 to 5 days trips away to UK adventure holidays and days out to Flamingo Land, Go Ape and many more exciting prizes.
To see what the teams get up to, and other Youth Engagement updates, follow the Facebook and Twitter channels.
Are you unsure of what project to complete or are short of ideas? Why don’t you take a look at the Companies Challenges. There are some great project ideas based on wonderful initiatives. There are even extra prices to be won if you choose a specific company challenge!
Lifestyle Youth Division
Lifestyle Youth Division is a way for larger groups to get involved in Lifestyle. If you are part of scouts, guides, a sports club, dance or drama group, cadets or a youth group, you can get involved as one team.
As a reward for amazing work on Lifestyle Youth Division, we have team awards available for groups which may be used on day outs, or to buy new equipment your group may need!
If you are interested in registering a team, please complete the online registration form here.
https://www.humberside.police.uk/police-forces/humberside-police/areas/about-us/about-us/youth-engagement/register-to-take-part-in-lifestyle/
Hessle Business Event
On Monday 17th June, Hessle Town Council was pleased to host an event for local business owners.
The aim of the event was to provide business owners with an opportunity to:
- Influence the future of Hessle First
- Have their say on upcoming events and shop local initiatives.
- Benefit from services provided by East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Local Growth and Business Support teams
- Network with other local business owners
The event included speakers from Hessle Town Council (Sarah Rowland) Hessle First (Christine Brant), East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Local Growth team (Ben Wright) and East Riding of Council’s Business Support Services (Dawn Hall).
Over 20 business representatives from across Hessle attended the event and you can read the full feedback report here.
If you own a business in Hessle and would like learn more about the individual support that is available from East Riding of Yorkshire Council, please visit www.investeastyorkshire.co.uk.
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Stephen Craggs appointed as new Mayor of Hessle
Hessle Town Council is pleased to announce the appointment of the 22nd Mayor of Hessle, who took over the role on 21/05/2024. The position of Mayor of Hessle has existed since 1986 and is a ceremonial role tasked with carrying out civic duties and chairing meetings on behalf of the wider Town Council.
Here, we hear about Stephen’s life and loves in Hessle and his commitment to the local community.
“I have proudly called Hessle my home for the past 4 years. Since March 15, 2024, I have had the honour of serving as a Councillor for Westfield. My journey to this role began with my connection to the community as the landlord of The Admiral in Hessle square and as an active participant in local affairs. Interacting with residents on a daily basis has given me a really good understanding of their issues, and over time, I have earned their trust and respect. This relationship with people within the community inspired me to join the council, where I can effectively voice their concerns and work towards meaningful change.
What I love most about Hessle is its incredibly friendly and warm community. The people here are passionate and take great pride in their town, which makes it a wonderful place to live and serve. As Mayor, my role involves overseeing various council functions, ensuring that public services are delivered efficiently and meet the community’s needs.
An interesting fact about me is that I have an ambition to further serve the community by becoming a local magistrate. I am confident that my experience on the council will be invaluable in achieving this, as it will equip me with a thorough understanding of local governance and community issues.
I would also like to extend my heartfelt thanks to John Bovill, the previous mayor, for his unwavering commitment to Hessle Town Council and the local community over the past 12 months. His dedication has set a high standard, and I promise to maintain the same level of excellence going forward. Thank you, John.”
East Riding of Yorkshire Ward Boundary Review - Initial Consultation
A consultation on ward boundaries for East Riding of Yorkshire has begun – Have your say now via the website: https://www.lgbce.org.uk/all-reviews/east-riding-yorkshire
May 7th 2024 is the start of a ten-week public consultation inviting proposals for new council wards and ward boundaries for East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
The Local Government Boundary Commission consultation will close on 9 September 2024.
After they have considered all representations made to them during this consultation, they intend to publish draft recommendations in October 2024.
They will then hold a further period of consultation on thier draft recommendations. The final recommendations are expected to be published in April 2025.
The new electoral arrangements will come into effect at the local elections in 2027.
What is an electoral review?
The electoral review will recommend new electoral arrangements for East Riding of Yorkshire Council. The Local Government Boundary Commission will propose:
- the total number of councillors elected to the council in the future;
- the number of wards;
- the number of councillors representing each ward;
- ward boundaries; and
- the names of wards.
How to get involved
This is a public consultation and the Local Government Boundary Commission welcomes views from individuals and organisations across East Riding of Yorkshire on where they think new ward boundaries should be drawn.
They are minded to recommend that 67 councillors should be elected to East Riding of Yorkshire Council in the future.
This is no change from the current number of councillors.
They are now inviting proposals to help them draw up a pattern of wards to accommodate 67 councillors.
In drawing up new electoral wards, they must balance three legal criteria, namely:
- to deliver electoral equality: where each councillor represents roughly the same number of electors as others across the county;
- that the pattern of wards should, as far as possible, reflect the interests and identities of local communities;
- that the electoral arrangements should provide for effective and convenient local government.
The Local Government Boundary Commission will treat all submissions equally, and judge each case on its merits and against the legal criteria.
If you wish to put forward a view, they would also urge you to ensure that evidence supports your submission.
For example, if you wish to argue that two areas should be included in the same electoral ward, make sure you tell them why they should be together, providing evidence about community facilities, ties, organisations, and amenities, rather than simply asserting that they belong together.
There is more advice on their website about how you can get involved in the consultation.
The website features technical guidance that explains the process and their policies, as well as guidance on how to take part in each part of the process.
Get in touch
The Local Government Boundary Commission welcomes comments on warding arrangements by 9 September 2024. Representations should be made:
– Through our website
– By email to reviews@lgbce.org.uk
– Or in writing to Review Officer (East Riding of Yorkshire), Local Government Boundary Commission for England, PO Box 133, Blyth, NE24 9FE
Electric Buses for EYMS - test run route 66 Hessle
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Hessle Credit Union
HEY CREDIT UNION COMES TO HESSLE
We are delighted to announce that HEY Credit Union, the region’s leading not-for-profit savings and loans co-operative with over 16,000 members, is about to launch its latest Credit Union access point in Hessle, East Yorkshire.
Starting on Tuesday 4th April, HEY Credit Union’s friendly team will be present inside Hessle Town Hall in South Lane (HU13 0RR) every Tuesday morning from 10 am to 12 noon.
Anyone in the Hessle area is welcome to pop in and find out more about the range of services the Credit Union offers to help people make the most of their money.
John Smith, one of HEY Credit Union’s founders who grew up in Hessle, is working with the local team to get their latest venture off the ground. He explained:
“If you would like to be able to build up some savings for whatever reason – Christmas, your holidays, your family’s future, or just for a ‘rainy day’ – our Credit Union is ideally placed to help you. With us, there is no sales pressure, you can save as much or as little as feels right, whenever you like. We will look after your money safely and ethically, return it to you when you need it, and pay you a dividend reward at the end of the year.
“Similarly, if you need credit, whether to spread the cost of a major purchase over a sensible period, to smooth out the lumpy costs of living, or to help you cope with an unexpected bill, your Credit Union offers an affordable, trusted option tailored to your situation.
“When a resident joins HEY Credit Union, either to save or borrow, or do both, they become one of our Member-owners and we exist to support their financial well-being, not to make money out of them. It is free to join for life and, because we are not for profit, we only need to cover our operating costs, which enables us to keep our loan rates low while paying our savers a reasonable return. All savings are fully protected by the FSCS, just like bank or building society deposits.
“Credit unions are well established around the world, and over the past 20 years have grown popular in Britain, because of their focus on helping people and doing things differently to the big banks. We have kept a presence in local communities which the big banks are leaving behind. All loan applications are looked at by a trained, human underwriter, so it’s never a case of the computer says ‘no’. And, because we care about our members, the amount we lend is never more than you can afford to repay. We offer flexible payments, smaller loans than banks (at rates many times cheaper than doorstep loans) and no settlement penalties if you want to repay early.”
With some unique products including a popular Christmas Saver account and a Family Benefit Plan, HEY Credit Union is proving a lifeline for families grappling with the cost of living crisis, and a great way to build financial resilience for the future. Its website – www.hullandeycu.co.uk – has lots of handy financial well-being information, budgeting tools, links to sources of support and helpful money tips, as well as an online joining page. Since 1999, HEY Credit Union has established successful local branches in Hull, Bridlington, Goole, Grimsby, Scunthorpe, Driffield, Withernsea and Beverley and now looks after over £14 million in members’ savings.
Why not pop in to Hessle Town Hall for a chat – with no obligation – one Tuesday morning? Our volunteer team assure you of a warm welcome and help with any questions you may have.
HEY Credit Union is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority – firm reference number 213620.
Free Fix if TV interference occurs in Hessle
Mobile networks are being improved in Hessle boosting speed, performance and coverage. There is a small chance these upgrades may cause interference to TV received through an aerial such as Freeview, BT, TalkTalk and YouView.
Symptoms could include intermittent sound, blocky images (pixelation) or loss of TV signal.
Free support is available from Restore TV. Restore TV’s role is to ensure people can continue to enjoy free to view TV when mobile is upgraded in their area. It provides help to anyone experiencing interference to TV services caused by mobile signals. Restore TV offers additional support for people who are 75 years of age or older, are registered blind or partially sighted or receive any of the following benefits: personal independence payments (PIPs); attendance allowance; constant attendance allowance or War Pensioner’s Mobility Support.
Ben Roome, CEO of Restore TV, said: “We know just how important TV is to inform, entertain and provide welcome company. Restore TV exists to ensure we all can continue to access free to view TV as mobile services are improved across the country.”
“If you see new TV interference, we’re on hand to help you resolve the issue. We can send a Restore TV filter, free of charge, for you to fit between your aerial lead and TV or set-top box to remove mobile signals and allow you to watch free to view TV as normal. Full instructions are included, and we can provide further advice online and by phone if needed.
“In most instances, fitting the filter will resolve any issues, but if this isn’t the case, we may also be able to arrange a follow-up visit from a Restore TV engineer at no cost, depending on eligibility.”
Cable and satellite TV, such as Sky or Virgin, are not affected. However, viewers with these services, who also watch free to view TV through an aerial, can receive a free Restore TV filter.
Residents are more likely to be affected if they live in an area with weak digital television reception, have a TV signal booster and whose TV aerial is close to a mobile mast.
For residents in flats or communal buildings, Restore TV provides landlords or property managers with support to resolve the problem.
Any viewers who experience new interference to free to view TV should contact Restore TV on:
- 0808 13 13 800 (free from landlines and mobiles)
- restoretv.uk
For more information, please visit restoretv.uk
East Riding Council Local Coordination Service
Local Coordination Service
East Riding of Yorkshire Council is proud to be working with The British Red Cross to provide the Local Coordination Service across the East Riding. This new service aims to support and empower vulnerable and elderly residents who may be isolated, to rebuild their confidence, access their community and improve their wellbeing.
Staff at The British Red Cross are skilled and dedicated in helping people to live independently and confidently in their neighbourhood. They take the time to get to know an individual and to understand the challenges that they may be facing. The coordinator will then work with the individual and establish what they would like to change, their goals and how they can achieve them.
Who can make a referral to the service?
Anyone! Family, friends, neighbours, volunteers or professionals who are concerned about an elderly or vulnerable resident in the East Riding, can make a referral to the service.
What happens when a referral to the service is made?
- The coordinator will ask permission to take some details and add them to their secure British Red Cross data system so they can contact the individual and record their work with that person.
- Where necessary they will coordinate any additional support from a range of health and social care professionals and community resources to help get the right level of support at the right time.
The coordinator can help with accessing old and new hobbies, community groups, family and friends that they may have lost contact with due to an episode of ill health or vulnerability through Covid.
Who do I contact to make a referral?
To make a referral, contact:
Senior Service Lead:
Rachel Carter
mailto:rachelcarter@redcross.org.uk
07928508858
Bridlington and Wolds:
Natalie Baggaley
mailto:NatalieBaggaley@redcross.org.uk
07935601670
Wolds:
Rachel Steed
mailto:RachelSteed@redcross.org.uk
07935601668
Haltemprice:
Julie Netherclift
mailto:Jnetherclift@redcross.org.uk
07710733178
Holderness:
Alex Hanson
mailto:Alexhanson@redcross.org.uk
07970945322
Beverley:
Jade Bateman
mailto:Jadebateman@redcross.org.uk
07710733147
Goole:
Melanie Burden
mailto:Melanieburden@redcross.org.uk
07739434008
We would be very grateful if information about the service could be shared in any resident’s newsletters, emails or websites where possible.
For further information please email: yourlifeyourway@eastriding.gov.uk
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East Riding of Yorkshire Council - Help for Households
To support residents with the cost of living, East Riding of Yorkshire Council have launched a ‘Help for Households’ campaign. This campaign will ensure that residents are aware of the support, advice and help available to them from the government, from local partners and via ERYC’s own council services.
Information about support, advice and help together with sign-posting is currently arranged under seven headings to enable residents to find relevant information as easily as possible. The dedicated one-stop website is now available to view by clicking on the link:
https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/cost-of-living-help-for-households/
This information spans current available provision from the government, partners and ERYC’s own services. New additional provisions and routes of access are being added as soon as they become available to residents.
Residents without access to the internet and in need of help can contact the council by telephoning: (01482) 393939.
WELCOMING PLACES
Welcoming places are being established across the East Riding to provide somewhere warm for residents to visit during the colder months.
Community groups will be able to apply for grants to open their venues as welcoming spaces while East Riding libraries will be opening their doors to people to offer a warm and welcoming place.
As part of the Do it for East Yorkshire community grant, organisations and community groups, including those who have previously received funding from the scheme, can now apply for grants between £1,500 and £5,000 specifically for opening their venues on a regular basis to provide welcoming places.
For more information on the Do it for East Riding Community Grant go to: doitforeastyorkshire.co.uk/#grant
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East Riding Council Trading Standards - 'Nottingham Knockers'
East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Trading Standards Services as received reports of Nottingham Knockers cold calling in East Riding villages.
You may know this group as ‘duster sellers’. They are normally young males carrying large bags full of cleaning products which they offer for sale door-to-door. This approach is believed to have started in the Nottingham area, hence the term ‘Nottingham Knockers’. Unfortunately, as well as selling everyday items at inflated prices, they may also be looking for suitable targets with a view to either obtaining personal details to sell on, or committing crime.
These callers typically claim to be ex-offenders trying to make a new start in life by working on a probation or rehabilitation scheme, and may show a false ID card, or a false Pedlar’s Certificate (genuine certificates are issued by the Police). Government rehabilitation schemes do not involve door-to-door sales.
Local residents have reported that some of these callers have been abusive. It is also believed that others may try to charm their way in, making repeat visits to the same household.
The best course of action for local residents is:
- DON’T DEAL WITH COLD CALLERS
- Do not make up-front payments to any cold callers.
- Do not deal with Nottingham Knockers.
- NEVER allow Nottingham Knockers into your home.
- If you are aware of Nottingham Knockers visiting your neighbourhood, please report any such activity to the Police immediately, using the non-emergency number, 101. Give as much information as you can such as times dates, descriptions and vehicle registration numbers. By doing this you may help prevent crime.
- Report any suspicions about other types of door-to-door selling to Citizens Advice consumer helpline 0808 223 1133, giving as much information as you can, such as business names and addresses.
If you are able to help raise awareness of this issue, we would be grateful. Thank you for your attention.
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Support for Ukraine
All Hessle Town Councillors and staff are deeply saddened by the act of senseless and unwarranted war being waged by Russia upon Ukraine.
We condemn such horrendous acts of war and call for all hostilities and blood shed to cease immediately and for the withdrawal of all invading forces from Ukraine. As a Town Council we will support those who need it most at such a distressing time. We are supporting Ukraine and are prepared to offer all the support we can within our current powers, including helping those who may have to leave their home country in order to find safety in our area. Our collective thoughts and prayers are with the people of Ukraine as they fight through this difficult and unbearable time.
How can I offer support to the people of Ukraine?
The Charity Commission and Fundraising Regulator have urged the public to ‘give safely’ to registered charities as people make generous donations to causes helping to support and protect people affected by the invasion of Ukraine.
As the conflict and ensuing humanitarian situation in Ukraine continues to escalate, it is vital that charitable donations of goods and money reach their intended causes. UK charities are pivotal to a collective response to this crisis.
Hessle Town Council are in contact with the LGA (Local Government Association), County Associations, our local MP, the East Riding of Yorkshire and Hull City councils to help provide local support. For further information on help, how to donate safely and answers to frequently asked questions please click on the following link which will take you to the East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s dedicated page:
https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/living/support-for-ukraine/
Led by Hessle Town Councillors and local volunteers, a group is currently in the process of being created for Hessle based residents who have signed up to the Governments Homes for Ukraine Scheme to connect and support Ukrainian families and their Hessle hosts. For anyone wanting to link up with others on the scheme, please contact the Town Hall Office on: 01482 648566 and we will provide contact details of the local co-ordinator.
ERYC Information and Support - Legacy Independent Funeral Directors incident
Information to support residents across Hull and East Riding
If you, a colleague or resident has been affected by the recent Legacy Independent Funeral Directors incident and would like further support and information, please visit our joint Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council website for signposting to relevant information regarding the investigation and support services: www.hulleryc.uk/legacy
For anyone directly experiencing distress or concern about this incident there is a dedicated helpline and support service available, call 0808 281 1136 or visit: Victim Support — Legacy Independent Funeral Directors investigation
Both councils continue to work closely with the police and other local partners to provide targeted support to those directly involved.
East Riding grief support and wellbeing services
East Riding residents can also access a Legacy webpage on the East Riding of Yorkshire Council website, this can also be found on the council’s home page: Information and support: Legacy Independent Funeral Directors (eastriding.gov.uk)
The webpage links to an overview of grief and bereavement support services on the East Riding Health and Wellbeing website: www.eastridinghealthandwellbeing.co.uk/grief-support
This general web directory details information and signposting to local and national bereavement services and wellbeing support, including a Healthy Minds section for mental health support, plus regular grief cafés, walks, a yoga group and forest project for children aged six to 17 years-old provided by community groups and council services.
Hull grief support and wellbeing services
Residents in Hull can find a special Legacy webpage on the Hull City Council homepage: Support for those affected | Legacy Independent Funeral Directors | Hull
This includes signposting to services and websites such as Live Well Hull which is a one-stop information and support site for adults.
NHS Hull Talking Therapies can also provide grief and bereavement support, as well as wider wellbeing advice, visit their website to find out more about the free service: Home – Let’s Talk – Hull Depression & Anxiety Services (letstalkhull.co.uk)
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East Riding of Yorkshire Council - Help and support for households across the East Riding with the cost of living
To support residents with the cost of living, East Riding Council have launched a ‘Help for Households’ campaign. This campaign will ensure that residents are aware of the support, advice and help available to them from the government, from local partners and ERYC’s own council services.
Information about support, advice and help together with sign-posting is currently arranged under seven headings to enable residents to find relevant information as easily as possible. The dedicated one-stop website is now available to view by clicking on the link:
https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/cost-of-living-help-for-households/
This information spans current available provision from the government, partners and ERYC’s own services. New additional provisions and routes of access are being added as soon as they become available to residents.
Residents without access to the internet and in need of help can contact the council by telephoning: (01482) 393939.
For businesses, a summary of help, advice and support is also now available by clicking the following link: https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/business/cost-of-living-help-for-businesses/
Welcoming places
Welcoming places are being established across the East Riding to provide somewhere warm for residents to visit during the colder months.
Community groups will be able to apply for grants to open their venues as welcoming spaces while East Riding libraries will be opening their doors to people to offer a warm and welcoming place.
As part of the Do it for East Yorkshire community grant, organisations and community groups, including those who have previously received funding from the scheme, can now apply for grants between £1,500 and £5,000 specifically for opening their venues on a regular basis to provide welcoming places.
For more information on the Do it for East Riding Community Grant go to: doitforeastyorkshire.co.uk/#grant