Hull set to allow ‘right to grow’ on unused council land in UK first

‘We are a deprived city and we do need cheap food,’ said a local councillor. Photograph: Modern Architecture and Construction/Paul White/Alamy

Hull is set to become the first city in Britain to give people a “right to grow” on unused council land.

Community groups, charities and even small groups of neighbours would be able to cultivate fruit and vegetables on suitable council land in what campaigners say will provide healthy local food, boost mental health and revive neglected spaces.