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Nigel Richardson is the director of children and young people’s services at Hull City Council - so he's the man in charge of a whole range of services which affect the lives of 57,000 children and young people that live in Hull.

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Visit this page to see the questions that other people are asking and see what Nigel has to say...

New questions and answers will be added regularly.

Daniel said "i would like to see more games on this website"

Hi Daniel,

Good to hear from you. We're looking into developing the site and including games... so I will feedback your comments...thanks Nigel ☺

Liam Worthington said "we want more games."

Hi Liam Worthington
Thanks for writing in to me..just to let you know we are considering games for the site..so keep checking
Nigel ☺

Melissa said "Why does the homework page have nearly no pictures?"

Hi Melissa
Glad you raised this...I will look into this and see if we can add some more images. The library services are planning to add a lot more information to the home work area in the near future. Nigel ☺

Danny Stones said "i would like some games on the site and a chat room please"

Hi Danny Stones
Lots of young people are asking for games and chat room to be added. We are looking at some developments to the site...so keep visiting to see what changes...thanks Nigel ☺

Daniel Dawson said "i would like to see more games on this website"

Hi Daniel Dawson...
It's great you had a visit to our site...yes, lots of young people have been telling me we need games and I am listening and so I will raise it for you...thanks Nigel ☺

Lee Lewis asked "could you put a search box so it is easy to get around the site"

Hello Lee Lewis...
This is a good point and I will raise this with the website people, thanks Nigel ☺

Liam asked "youths hang outside my house what should i do"

Hi Liam

Thanks for your email ... sometimes, if you feel safe to do so, its always worth talking to the young people involved and find out a little about them.  If the young people are bored you might want to tell them about activities that they could get involved in.

If you feel the young people are less approachable, while there is nothing to stop young people generally hanging around certain places and areas, there are laws stopping people causing you or the people you live with a nuisance.  Nuisance often includes things such as bullying, harassment, intimidation ... If you feel this is happening to you, you could think about contacting the police or you may wish to contact the local area team. The team you will contact will depend on the area of Hull you live in. 

You can find more details at www.hullcc.gov.uk and search for area teams. You can also find out about the activities by looking at the Do Something area of Clued Up or visit www.hullcc.gov.uk and search for events. Nigel ☺

Emilee asked…"Hi Nigel, how many people are found homless in hull?"

Hi Emilee
Thank you for your question. I am aware that a number of our secondary
schools are looking at the issue of homelessness at the moment. The
housing service inform us that as of today, we have 250 households who
have been accepted as having a need for assistance with housing. This
does not mean that the people do not necessarily have somewhere to live
but that they are in need of help. Our staff within Children and Young
People's Services will be working closely with the people providing
support advice and guidance to those people who are homeless. Nigel

Soph asked "do you like the jonas brothers? if you do I love nick jonas"

Hi Soph
 Yes I certainly do like the Jonas Brothers, I think the song 'a little
bit longer is' really catchy. Also I think its great that the three
brothers: Kevin Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Nick Jonas all get on so well...
....Nigel ☺

Johan asked about free swimming over the summer at Woodford baths...

Hi Johan, thanks for the email...there is no more free swim time for Woodford baths (Friday 29th August), due to staff availability.

However, public swimming is available:
10-1pm
4-6pm

Hope this helps Nigel☺

Cameron asked "Do drugs kil you?"

Hi Cameron
Thank you for this question. Yes, all types of drugs can cause death.  They can do a lot of harm to the body and brain. Drinking alcohol, smoking tobacco, taking illegal drugs, can all cause serious damage to the human body …and sadly many deaths can be caused by the effects that some drugs cause… like having an accident whilst drunk or stopping breathing after taking heroin or sniffing glue.If you know someone who needs to talk about drugs tell them to talk to their parent or carer, or go to the school nurse or a youth worker.  You can also find out lots of information on the internet at www.talktofrank.com Nigel☺

Soph said "Thanks nigel"

That’s ok Soph ...enjoy and I hope the links helped...Nigel ☺

Soph asked "I get bored of the same websites can you give me some new and funky ones? PLEASE!!"

Hi Soph. Thanks for the email...I guess you like this site since you have visited to ask a question ... I guess it depends what you are into. Maybe you could check out www.youthinformation.com - the site has got lots of information about a whole range of different interests. Have a look and see what you think, there are also links to other safe websites. I''ve got to say though a tried and trusted site that I like is www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies. Let me know how you get on!! Nigel ☺

Emily asked "Do you help people in schools with dissabilities?"

Hi Emily…
Yes… part of one of my many responsibilities is to ensure that children and young people with disabilities achieve and enjoy school….at each school we have  a person called a special educational needs (SEN) coordinator, who is there to help. If  you or a friend does not  know who your coordinator is speak to your teacher. You could visit the information that is posted on this website in the achieve area and click on SEN…Nigel ☺

Holly asked "I smoke but i want 2 stop but every tym i have muny i always seem 2 spend it on cigs wat can i do 2 help me stop?"

Hiya Holly

Thanks for your email … mmm a bit of a tricky one this … I guess its up to you to decide what you want to do with your money but if you want to give up smoking you can contact the following for advice and support ..  www.lifesaver.co.uk   or ring the quitline on 0800 002200 or www.gosmokefree.co.uk …. Good luck in quitting !!Nigel ☺

Key asked "Do you support hull fc or hull kr?"

Hi Key

What a tough question!!  I love watching and taking part in all types of sport especially rugby league.  Here in Hull we are very lucky to have two of the very best rugby league teams and when I get chance I enjoy watching both Hull FC and Hull KR (as well as Hull City!!) Nigel ☺

Ryan asked "How old r u and wat sports do u like?"

Hi Ryan

Thanks for your email …I'm young at heart and yep do I like sports!!  I particularly enjoy watching football and rugby but enjoy all sports.  I think sport is a brilliant way to keep fit and healthy and a great way to make lots of new friends.  If you or your friends are interested in playing a sport why don’t you check out the different clubs available by visiting www.hullcc.gov.uk and look for the children and young people’s directory.  Nigel ☺

Sally asked "Do you help people stop smoking?"

Hello Sally
Yes I work with people in Hull who help stop people smoking. We want all our children and young people in Hull to be healthy...lots of us work together to let people know that smoking is very harmful...as you know. Some people start smoking because it makes them feel grown up and in control but the tobacco companies who make the cigarettes they’re addicted to are controlling them and laughing at the smokers for making them so rich. Nigel ☺

Rese said "Give us some games."

Hello Rese, thanks for emailing me...as you have guessed there is a lot more to do on the website, like games and more competitions. We hope to add these as the website grows…Nigel ☺

Keira asked "I would like to be a school teacher or a actress. But i am stuck how to become famous. can you tell me please?"

Hi Keira, it's great that you are already thinking about what you want to be. You may want to visit the Connexions website, www.connexionshumber.co.uk where you can find information on how to get into acting or become a teacher. ☺

Beth asked "...if I have an argument at with my mum what shall I do? DO I stay in a mood with her and ignore her or shall I except what has happened and say sorry!"

It can be upsetting when you argue with your mum but remember, even people who love each other argue sometimes. Just because they fight doesn't mean they're going to stay cross with each other for long. Instead of ignoring your mum try coming up with an idea that can solve the problem so it doesn't happen again. For example, if you're fighting over tidying your room make a plan of when you are going to do it so that your mum knows and you have your free time... but don’t forget the homework... Nigel ☺

Nat asked "Are you going to put games on your website because other child will find it more interesting and they will want to go on the website more to complete the games!! !! "

...we really want this site to grow and with children and young people’s help. But as you have guessed there is a lot more to do like games and other parts to the site. You know if you or any other young person is interested in becoming part of our groups there are many just go to the get involved page and join. Nigel ☺

Webby asked "How can young people have a say in adding some fun and games to this cool new site?"

...from the beginning this site has been designed by children from Hull helping us choose the pictures and the things that have gone on it ... but as you have guessed there is a lot more to do and yes we are looking at games and other parts to the site. If you or any other young person is interested in becoming part of our groups there are many ways just go to the get involved page and join. Nigel ☺

Brandon asked "Do you love this website?"

Great question. Yes, I love it...The website was designed by children and young people in Hull and it is a fantastic way to find out information and what is going on in Hull. Nigel ☺

Alex asked "Do u support Hull City?"

Yes, I am a City fan…I go to their matches. Did you watch the match or were you in town for the celebrations on Monday? I also support Stockport County who are in League 2 but they are also in the play offs, so both my teams are doing great.  Nigel☺

Holly K asked "Hi nigel im really really small and people call me tiny. im got smelly feet and body oudor but deodarant doesant work what should i do i really stink."

Hello Holly K

There are a whole range of deodorants and creams you can get to try and sort it out but if your problem continues I suggest that you go to see your doctor or school nurse who might be able to help. Try not to worry – as for describing yourself as small …as you deal with these issues I am sure  you will gain confidence and your height may not become to much of an issue for you…Nigel ☺

Lydia asked "Hi my friend is putting on wate and the nurse told her.iam trying to help her but i dont know what else to do ? or should i just leave her ? iam stuck nigel!"

Hello Lydia

Thank you for contacting me... being there as her friend is the most important thing you can do for her and I think it is really important to keep supporting your friend who may feel unhappy and feel that she has no control over this.
Perhaps you could suggest to your friend that you both talk with the nurse and her parents. You could even  suggest getting involved in activities…why not visit the enjoy life, be healthy, get involved and clued up 4 summer areas of this website …to find things for you and your friend to do…Nigel ☺