4th September 2019
Yesterday evening (3 September 2019), Emma Hardy, MP for Hull West and Hessle, spoke in Westminster Hall to secure governmental and cross party support for the Hull: Yorkshire’s Maritime City project.
Building on Hull’s successful year as UK City of Culture, the project will place Hull’s rich maritime story centre stage, creating a long-term legacy for decades to come. In the 10 minute address, Emma Hardy detailed the importance of the project as a transformational regeneration scheme. The positive impact the project will have was highlighted, including how it will boost the local economy, deliver jobs and provide educational opportunities in the city.
Watch the full speech below: