Stay warm, stay safe, save cash With colder weather and darker evenings approaching, now is a good time to make sure your home is ready for autumn and winter. news.hull.gov.uk/housing/new…

Baby Week is coming to your local Best Start Family Hub! Join us for story time and activities at: 📅 17 Nov, 10:00am to 11:30am - Best Start Family Hub – Parks 📅 18 Nov, 1:30pm to 2:30pm - Best Start Family Hub – Fenchurch 📅 20 Nov, 10:00am to 11:30am - Best Start Family Hub – Acorns Find more free and low-cost Baby Week events at babyweek.co.uk/Hull #BabyWeek2026 #HullFamilies

What's the one children's book you think every family should read? As part of Baby Week 2026 and the theme Chat, Play, Read With Me, we're celebrating the joy of reading together. Share your favourite children's book in the comments! 👇 Find Baby Week events in Hull at babyweek.co.uk/Hull #BabyWeek2026 #LittleMomentsMatter

🌟 Working with partners to support residents Tackling hate crime isn’t something any organisation can do alone. We work alongside community groups, support services, police and partner organisations to help residents feel safe and supported. By working together, we can respond to concerns, support those affected and build stronger communities. Follow the link to find out more. hull.gov.uk/legal-advice/hat… #PartnershipWorking #CommunitySafety #HateCrimeAwarenessWeek

MYTH: If you are homeless, or in temporary accommodation, you are entitled to a council home. REALITY: This is not true. The council has a range of statutory homeless duties and which ones someone is owed depends on individual circumstances and the outcome of a homelessness investigation. The council may owe some people a ‘Main Housing Duty’ – this requires the council to help the person secure suitable longer-term accommodation. There are not enough council homes for everyone who is homeless and so the council will support people to find realistic solutions from a range of options. If you, or someone you know, are worried about becoming homeless, find help and support here. hull.gov.uk/homelessness/hel… #WorldHomelessDay

Don’t forget, the next meeting of the Tenants Forum will be taking place on Thursday 22nd October 2026 between 10am and 1pm at The Guildhall. This is your opportunity to help shape the future of the Neighbourhoods and Housing Service! Officers from StreetScene and Senior Members from the Council’s Housing Overview and Scrutiny Commission will be attending to deliver presentstions to members. If you’re interested and would like to attend, please contact the Tenant Participation Team: 📞: 01482 612 010 💬: 07984 404 576 📧: [email protected] @Hullccnews @HCCNorth @HCCEastArea @HCCWest #TenantEngagement #HaveYourSay

📣 Sharing Best Practice on a National Level Yesterday, one of our Tenant Participation Officers accompanied members of Tenant Scrutiny Panel to the @tpasengland National Tenant Scrutiny Conference in Northampton. The conference provided an opportunity to share good practice, learn from others and explore how effective tenant scrutiny can help drive positive change. Our Tenant Scrutiny Panel members also shared their experiences of a recent collaborative scrutiny project with @Vico_Homes , @WeAreVIVIDhomes and Red Kite Community Housing, highlighting the value of collaboration and learning from other housing organisations. If you would like to find out more about tenant scrutiny and how you can have your say in the Neighbourhoods and Housing Service, please get in touch with our Tenant Participation Team. 📞 01482 612 010 📧 [email protected] 🌐: hull.gov.uk/tenant-involveme… @Hullccnews #TenantEngagement #Scrutiny

MYTH: The council does not prioritise the right people for its housing and this is why it is so hard to get a council home. REALITY: 10 years ago the council used to let around 2,000 homes every year – now this is closer to 1,200. This has been caused by many things, including more people exercising their ‘Right to Buy’ than new council homes being built, we evict fewer tenants because of more improved tenancy sustainment support and generally people are moving less because of the cost of living. Alongside this, fewer people are able to resolve their own housing need because private renting and home ownership are not as affordable for people as they used to be. All of this results in more people needing council homes than what is available. The council must follow its published Allocations Policy when allocating all of its available homes, which is required by law to adhere to the requirements of Part 6 of the Housing Act 1996. Our policy states who will be given priority for housing, how homes will be allocated and also includes specific local lettings policies (for example, for our new-build homes). Find our Allocations Policy – and other policies – here. hull.gov.uk/downloads/downlo… #WorldHomelessDay

🚨 When residents report anti-social behaviour to us, we take action. Here are just a few recent results: 🏠 Portobello Street: Work undertaken with police and premises owner to secure and reduce anti-social behaviour at a derelict public house. 🏠 Lorraine Street: Work undertaken with police and premises owner to secure and reduce anti-social behaviour at a derelict bakery. 🏠 Beverley Road / Newland Avenue: Joint operation carried out with police to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour. Police carried out four stop-and-searches, seized cannabis and pregabalin, issued two out-of-court resolutions for drug possession, and made one arrest. Help the Neighbourhood Nuisance Team to support your community by reporting anti-social behaviour. The more details you can give us, the better. 📞 Call 01482 300 300 or report online: hull.gov.uk/community-safety… #YouSaidWeDid #ASB #HullHousing

🏘️ Strong communities are built together During Hate Crime Awareness Week, we’re thinking about how everyone has a role to play in helping to create neighbourhoods where people feel safe, respected and included. Whether it’s checking in on neighbours, reporting concerns or getting involved in local activities, small actions can make a big difference. Together, we can help to make sure Hull’s neighbourhoods remain welcoming places for everyone. #CommunityTogether #TenantVoice #HateCrimeAwarenessWeek

🚫 Hate has no place in our neighbourhoods Have you experienced or witnessed abuse, harassment, threats or criminal behaviour because of someone’s race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or transgender identity? Reporting it helps organisations understand what’s happening, support those affected and take action. If someone is in danger, call the police on 999. If it’s not an emergency, you can report hate crime or hate incidents here: 🔗 hull.gov.uk/legal-advice/hat… Everyone deserves to feel safe where they live. #HateCrimeAwarenessWeek #NoPlaceForHate #Hull

MYTH: Homelessness should be solved by the council. REALITY: The council cannot solve homelessness alone. Housing, health, care, employment, registered housing providers, private landlords, other Government and public bodies and community partners all have a part to play in preventing people from becoming homeless or supporting people to find homes. At Hull City Council, we’re working in partnership with other local authorities, the Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority, and many other organisations to find solutions that work for people. Find out how Government funding will help. news.hull.gov.uk/housing/new… #WorldHomelessDay

If you’re a council tenant and you’re thinking of moving to a home that better suits your needs, a mutual exchange could be the answer. Homeswapper is a home exchange service that’s free for secure council tenants to use – and because it’s national, you can search for homes in Hull and further afield. Find out more on Housing Updates, the site dedicated to council tenants in Hull. news.hull.gov.uk/housing/new…

Sometimes the smallest moments create the biggest memories. Whether it's sharing a story, getting messy with play, singing together or enjoying a walk to the park, these everyday moments help little ones learn, grow and thrive. Baby Week 2026 is coming to Hull from 14 to 20 November. Explore a week of free events, activities and support for expectant parents, families and carers of children under 5. Find the full programme at babyweek.co.uk/Hull #LittleMomentsMatter #BabyWeek2026

❓ What is a hate crime? A hate crime is any criminal offence perceived to be motivated by hostility or prejudice towards someone’s: • Race • Religion • Disability • Sexual orientation • Transgender identity Hate incidents can have a lasting impact on individuals, families and communities. Recognising them is the first step towards tackling them. #HateCrimeAwarenessWeek #NoPlaceForHate #CommunitySafety

MYTH: An offer of a home or even a bed for the night solves homelessness for those rough sleeping. REALITY: Emergency accommodation can be a vital first step, but people also need routes towards safe, settled and sustainable homes that they can manage according to their specific needs and circumstances. Helping someone off the street matters. So does what happens next. Sustainable solutions often need to include mental and physical health support, help with trauma, financial and welfare assistance, substance misuse support, support to address loneliness and find belonging away from rough sleeping. This might be from a range of options including supported accommodation and longer-term plans that help to move into a settled, more independent home. Find out more about our role in Changing Futures, the national partnership aiming to change lives for the better: changingfutures.hull.gov.uk/ #WorldHomelessDay

MYTH: You must wait until you have nowhere to stay before asking for help with homelessness. REALITY: The earlier you contact us, the more time we may have to help. Don’t wait until the day you have to leave. If you have been given notice, are struggling to afford your home or believe you may become homeless, contact us as soon as possible. hull.adviceaid.uk/start #WorldHomelessDay

MYTH: Homelessness is a choice. REALITY: People can lose their home following financial pressure, relationship breakdown, ill health or circumstances beyond their control. There are many interconnected reasons why someone becomes homeless. The right response begins with understanding the person’s circumstances and helping them to find a realistic route forward. In Hull, help is available before someone reaches crisis point. Find out what the Government’s National Plan to End Homelessness means for us in Hull. news.hull.gov.uk/housing/new… #WorldHomelessDay