What your Council does for you

This month Hull in print continues its journey through the A to Z of Hull City Council services with services starting with D.

There are a number of ways to get more information about your A-Z directory of services. Online: www.hullcc.gov.uk and find the link A-Z Telephone the council on (01482) 300300. Or visit one of the eight Council Customer Service Centres (CSCs) at the following locations: Orchard Park CSC, Orchard Park Road, Hull, HU6 9BX Derringham Bank CSC, 16 Willerby Road, Hull, HU5 5JJ Holderness Road CSC, 1 The Mount, Holderness Road, Hull, HU9 2BN Walker Street CSC, The Octagon, Walker Street, Hull, HU3 2RA Ings CSC, Savoy Road, Hull, HU8 0TX Preston Road CSC, Preston Road Village Centre, 97 Preston Road, Hull, HU9 3QB George Street CSC, Kenworthy House, 98-104 George Street, Hull, HU1 3DT North Point CSC, 26 Goodhart Road, Bransholme, Hull, HU7 4EE

Dances
Tea dances are held every month in the Guildhall in aid of the Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal Fund.

Dangerous structures
The council is responsible for protecting the public from dangerous structures and buildings. Court proceedings can be taken against their owners to ensure public safety.

Data protection
The Data Protection Act gives guidance on how organisations should handle personal information and gives the public the right to request a copy of information held about them.

Dead animal collections
The council collects dead animals found on public land and scans them for microchips to trace and inform the owner.

Deaths
All deaths in Hull are registered at Hull Register Office which also issues death certificates and makes referrals to the Probate Office.

Direct payments
These payments are available to people receiving help from social services. After having a care assessment from a social worker, they can receive direct payments to allow them to take control of their lives by employing their own carers.

Disabilities
Social services provide help for disabled people with learning difficulties or who have physical or mental health problems. This help includes providing supported accommodation and respite care.

Domestic violence
The council provides support to victims of domestic violence and their children, including help with re-housing.

Drainage
The council investigates and clears blocked drains.

Drugs misuse
This service is a partnership service with Hull and East Riding Community Health providing support and rehabilitation for drug users. Referrals are made through a doctor or health professional.