Stephen Brady, who was visiting from Dublin with friends, said the star should be remembered for his music.

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The Labour leader of Hull City Council, Councillor Stephen Brady, said he hoped the posts would raise the profile of the city and encourage investment.

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He said he had a meeting with Hull council leader Stephen Brady and Comet officials last week to discuss ways of keeping the jobs in Hull.

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In a statement, council leader Stephen Brady said he had listened to the concerns of the community and the representations from the Hull West and Hessle MP Alan Johnson.

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