New cycle hub opens at Paragon Interchange 22nd September 2020 A new secure cycle hub has opened in Hull Paragon Interchange. The new facility will provide 160 spaces for cycles in a two-tier rack, six of which allow those with E-bikes to charge up their bicycles in the safety of the cycle hub. Additionally, there is also provision for 30 spaces in a separate area […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Daren HaleCyclingDepartment for TransportMinister Chris Heaton-HarrisParagon InterchangeTransPennine Express
Major investment to boost city’s key transport routes 11th September 2020 Major improvement work is to be carried out in three arterial roads in the east and west of the city. Holderness Road, Hessle Road and Anlaby Road will be undergoing extensive resurfacing works as part of a phased programme to improve the routes for motorists and cyclists. The work will be undertaken in short sections […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets Anlaby RoadCouncillor Daren HaleHessle RoadHolderness RoadM.B Roche & SonsPBS ConstructionWright Civil Engineering
Hull’s new footbridge to be named Murdoch’s Connection 11th September 2020 Hull’s new footbridge is to be named after Dr Mary Murdoch. The name was chosen by school students following an essay competition to determine which of the city’s iconic figures should be honoured. Murdoch’s Connection’ immortalises the city’s first female GP, Dr Mary Murdoch, and was chosen after students from Newland School for Girls and […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets A63 footbridgeCouncillor Daren HaleDr Mary MurdochHumber LEPMurdoch's ConnectionNational HighwaysNorthern Powerhouse
City urged to help fast-track Hull’s route towards electrification 4th September 2020 Residents and businesses in Hull are being asked to support the final push in a long campaign to electrify and upgrade the railway lines from Hull to Selby and Hull to Sheffield. If successful, it could cut journey times from Hull to Leeds from 57 minutes to just 38 minutes, and Hull to Sheffield from […] Read more Business News Regeneration Transport & Streets Councillor Daren HaleElectrificationNorthern Powerhouse RailSelbyTransPennineTransport for the North
Stoneferry Corridor improvements take shape 2nd September 2020 Work to improve Stoneferry Corridor began in June earlier this year. Once completed, the transport scheme will aim to reduce congestion by nearly 50 per cent, cut down accidents by at least 40 per cent within the next 15 years and improve air quality for residents and businesses in the area. Councillor Daren Hale, portfolio […] Read more News Transport & Streets Colas LtdCouncillor Daren HaleHolwell RoadHumber LEPLeads RoadStoneferry CorridorSutton Road
Bus lane charges to begin next week 28th August 2020 Bus lane charges will restart from next week. The charges will be reintroduced from Wednesday 2 September following an introduction period where no charges were levied. Motorists caught driving in the bus lanes from Monday – Saturday, 7am-6.30pm may be issued with a penalty notice. The charges will be reintroduced from Wednesday 2 September following […] Read more News Transport & Streets bus lanesCouncillor Daren HaleKAT Hull Cardpop-up cycle lanes
Secondary school pupils asked to consider their routes to school 21st August 2020 As schools get ready to open with new processes and safety measures in place, secondary school pupils are asked to consider how they get to and from school to allow for the safest travel options. Pupils are encouraged to walk or cycle to school where this is possible, to help alleviate pressures on buses. Students […] Read more Children and families Coronavirus Education and Learning News Transport & Streets Councillor ClarkHull Learning Partnership
Cyclists urged to make use of pop-up cycle lanes 13th August 2020 Cyclists in Hull are being urged to make use of the city’s pop-up cycle lanes. The advice comes as Hull City Council works to install segregated cycle lanes to provide extra safety measures for cyclists using some of the city’s most busy roads. Councillor Daren Hale, portfolio holder for regeneration and economic investment, said: “We […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Daren HaleHumberside Policepop-up cycle lanesRusty Riders
Bike-friendly buses come to Hull 11th August 2020 Buses in Hull are to become more cycle-friendly. Bus company East Yorkshire has introduced eight new buses which allow passengers to store their bikes on board. The specialist racks have been installed as part of plans to support people who choose to make more environmentally-conscious and active journeys. The move comes as Hull City Council […] Read more Environment News Transport & Streets East Yorkshire bus servicepop-up cycle lanesStagecoach East Midlands
Off-road cycle lanes transformed as part of cycling city plans 10th August 2020 Work to improve existing cycle lanes has been taking place across Hull. A dedicated team has been put together to carry out regular inspections of the city’s existing off-road cycle tracks. Cycle lanes including Stepney Lane, Duesbury Street and the Hornsea cycle track are all benefitting from regular sweeps to ensure they are safe for […] Read more News Transport & Streets active travel grant
Work to install pop-up cycle lanes in Spring Bank and Ferensway begins tonight 5th August 2020 Work to install pop-up cycle lanes in Spring Bank and Ferensway will begin this evening. In Spring Bank, the left-hand lane in both directions will be converted into a combined bus and cycle lane, which will run between Ferensway and Princes Avenue. And in Ferensway, cyclists will benefit from a designated cycle and bus lane, […] Read more Environment News Regeneration Transport & Streets active travel grantCouncillor Daren HaleDepartment for TransportFerenswayPBS Constructionpop-up cycle lanesSpring Bank
Pop-up cycle lanes in Hull seeing more get on their bikes 24th July 2020 Pop-up cycle lanes are becoming a key feature of Hull’s transport infrastructure as more people opt to use this greener form of travel. As a result of lockdown, cycling has increased by 29 per cent in the Yorkshire and Humber region. And to support this shift towards a more active Hull, Hull City Council wants […] Read more Environment News Regeneration Transport & Streets Councillor Daren HaleCyclingOperation Safe Passpop-up cycle lanesRusty Riders
