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BBC News
19 hours ago
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Hull's Queen Victoria Square fountain shuts due to vandalism
A fountain in Hull's Queen Victoria Square has been switched off after it was damaged by vandalism, the city council water feature was only restored in May after being closed for two years due to issues with the water the council said detergent was poured into the water on 20 July "causing damage to the internal mechanisms".The authority said it was working with Humberside Police to identify the culprits. Councillor Mark Ieronimo, portfolio holder for transport and infrastructure at the council, asked for the public's patience "while the issue is being resolved"."Unfortunately, a further fault within the internal mechanisms has been identified, believed to be the result of detergent being deliberately poured into the fountains over the weekend," he said."This kind of reckless and irresponsible behaviour is completely unacceptable. It's not only resulted in the damage of a much-loved city centre feature, but it is also going to cost taxpayer money to repair, which could be better spent elsewhere."We know how much residents and visitors enjoy the fountains, especially during the summer months, so we fully understand how frustrating this news will be. However, public safety must always come first."The fountains were installed as part of Hull's year as the UK's City of Culture in 2017 and quickly became a popular attraction for families and BBC has contacted Humberside Police for a 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. Download the BBC News app from the App Store for iPhone and iPad or Google Play for Android devices.
BBC News
16-07-2025
- General
- BBC News
Don't feed birds in Queen Victoria Square, says Hull City Council
Signs are to be put up to discourage bird feeding as part of efforts to spruce up a city centre City Council said its team of pest-control officers were working on the "most suitable long-term strategy for managing birds" in the area around fountains in Queen Victoria are due to remove three benches closest to the fountains later. A spokesperson said the benches would be refurbished and reconfigured in a bid to "reduce litter build-up and discourage bird feeding", in order to help protect water quality. Councillor Mark Ieronimo, cabinet portfolio holder for transport and infrastructure, said: "Queen Victoria Square is a focal point of our city centre and the fountains are a much-loved feature."Therefore, we want to make sure they stay clean, safe, and running smoothly throughout the summer."These bench improvements are proactive step toward ensuring that, and they are part of a bigger plan to make our public spaces more inviting and better cared for." 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. Download the BBC News app from the App Store for iPhone and iPad or Google Play for Android devices
BBC News
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Hull city centre to host Armed Forces Day celebrations
Armed Forces Day will be celebration in Hull next free event takes place between 10:00 and 16:00 BST on Saturday in Queen Victoria Square, city City Council, which is organising the event, promised activities for families, including a climbing wall and balloon modelling, as well as military attractions and a veterans' Rob Pritchard said it was an opportunity for residents to "celebrate the vital role our country's armed forces play in protecting us". Hull History Centre, which stores the city's archives, will also be showing original footage of VE Day celebrations in will be musical performances on the main stage from The Band of 150 Regiment Royal Logistic Corps and Humberside and South Yorkshire Army Cadet Force Band. Pritchard added: "This family-friendly event has so much on offer with something for everyone to enjoy."Events marking Armed Forces Day 2025 will be taking place across the country.A three-day event will take place in Cleethorpes from 27 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
23-05-2025
- General
- BBC News
Hull fountains reopen after water safety fears
A water feature in Hull has reopened after a two-year closure – but could be "switched off" again during events, according to the city fountains in Queen Victoria Square have faced mechanical and water quality issues in recent years. Hull City Council said it was "confident" the fountains were "safe to operate" following repairs and "rigorous tests" on water Osgerby, an assistant director for infrastructure, said: "We are taking every precaution to ensure the fountains remain safe and clean. However, public safety remains our top priority, and we will not hesitate to act swiftly if any issues arise." To help prevent future closures the council added: "Simple actions like disposing of rubbish properly and not feeding birds on or near the fountains can make a big difference." Planned closure "We all have a role to play in keeping our public spaces clean and safe," said Councillor Mike Ross, leader of Hull City Council."By working together, we can ensure that this area remains a welcoming and enjoyable environment for all."The public has been told to expect further work when the fountain's compressor is replaced within the next work is due to be completed during the winter to reduce its impact, the council said. 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.
