Transport & Streets

View article Council campaign to support cyclists to ‘stay safe and stay seen’ hailed a success

Council campaign to support cyclists to ‘stay safe and stay seen’ hailed a success

A council campaign to support cyclists in Hull to stay safe and stay seen during the winter months has been hailed a success, following a final pop-up event this week. Hull City Council’s popular Bike Lights for Dark Nights initiative returned in October of last year, when the clocks went back, and saw nine events […]

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View article Rix Group receives national award for its work supporting staff to choose sustainable travel options

Rix Group receives national award for its work supporting staff to choose sustainable travel options

One of Hull’s most prominent businesses has received national certification for its workplace travel plan, which encourages and supports its workforce to walk, cycle and use public transport for their daily commute. Rix Group, the sixth-generation, family-owned business, with a portfolio of 22 companies ranging across many industries, has received a Good Travel Plan award […]

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View article East Area Committee to discuss East Park plans

East Area Committee to discuss East Park plans

Plans for changes at East Park will be discussed at the East Area Committee next week, after public consultation came to an end. One of Hull’s most popular parks is subject to planned changes to improve parking and access. As part of the proposals, the main gates to East Park will reopen to motorists (in-line […]

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View article Hull Bus Alliance acts on feedback from engagement sessions with bus passengers and students

Hull Bus Alliance acts on feedback from engagement sessions with bus passengers and students

The Hull Bus Alliance has acted on feedback received from bus passengers, following a drop-in session at Tesco, Hall Road, Orchard Park, and a transport forum hosted by the Hull University Students’ Union (HUSU). The recent drop-in session, the first in a series planned for the year, saw staff from Hull City Council, East Yorkshire […]

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View article Pryme Street car park undergoing modern transformation 

Pryme Street car park undergoing modern transformation 

Pryme Street multi-story car park is currently undergoing improvement work to make it more welcoming.  Hull City Council’s Streetscene services are injecting vital investment into improving Pryme Street car park, to make it more pleasant for residents, visitors, and businesses alike.  On-going improvement work includes smart lighting upgrades, new signage, deep cleans, general repair, and […]

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View article Overnight closure for survey on Drypool Bridge  

Overnight closure for survey on Drypool Bridge  

Hull City Council is urging drivers to prepare for an overnight closure of Drypool Bridge by planning their journeys in advance.  Drypool Bridge will be closed overnight from 8pm Friday 23 February to 6am Saturday 24 February, to enable an asbestos survey to be carried out.   Pedestrian access will be maintained, with a diversion in […]

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View article Devolution: Council leaders talk transport at Hull Paragon Interchange

Devolution: Council leaders talk transport at Hull Paragon Interchange

The region’s council leaders have been talking to passengers at Hull Paragon Interchange about the Hull and East Yorkshire devolution proposal and the benefits it could bring for transport. Cllr Mike Ross, leader of Hull City Council, and Cllr Anne Handley, leader of East Riding of Yorkshire Council, were taking part in the latest public […]

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View article Apprenticeship helps Jason keep the career wheels spinning

Apprenticeship helps Jason keep the career wheels spinning

It is National Apprenticeship Week (5-11 February 2024), a week-long celebration that brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy. Apprenticeships are an invaluable part of the career journey, offering individuals the opportunity to gain important on-the-job […]

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View article Council extends supported bus services for a further two years

Council extends supported bus services for a further two years

Hull City Council has extended the contract for six supported bus services in the city for a further two years, until March 2026. Funded through the council’s budget and an allocation of bus service improvement plan (BSIP) grant funding from the Department for Transport, Stagecoach East Midlands will continue to provide services on six routes […]

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