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
Warnings issued for overrun roadworks in Hull 23rd July 2020 Since April 2020 Hull City Council has issued 12 warning notices for overrun roadworks. Since the authority introduced a robust permit scheme, utility companies and council schemes are required to submit plans for works which affect traffic flows up to 12 weeks in advance. At present, utility companies approach Hull City Council for permits in […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Daren HaleNorthern Gas NetworksNorthern PowergridRoadworksYorkshire Water
Cycling upgrade to begin in two major Hull city centre roads 21st July 2020 Work to install pop-up cycle lanes in Spring Bank and Ferensway will begin in the next few weeks. The Spring Bank scheme will include converting the left-hand lane in both directions into a combined bus and cycle lane, which will run between Ferensway and Princes Avenue. And in Ferensway, cyclists will also benefit from a […] Read more Environment News Public Health Regeneration Transport & Streets bus lanesCensusCouncillor Daren HaleCyclingDepartment for TransportFerenswaypop-up cycle lanesSpring Bank
Northern Gas Networks to carry out essential repairs in Hull 17th July 2020 Northern Gas Networks is carrying out essential repairs on the gas supply in Queens Road in Hull. The work will start on Monday 20 July and is expected to take seven weeks. Traffic management will be in place to ensure engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently and to protect the public. One […] Read more News Transport & Streets Northern Gas NetworksQueens RoadRoadworksRussel Kaye
Artwork to adorn Hull’s most vandalised spots 7th July 2020 Artwork unique to Hull will start appearing on traffic signal control boxes in the city. In bid to tackle graffiti and vandalism, Hull City Council is embarking on a trial to redesign some of the city’s most targeted signal control boxes by covering them in artwork created by local artists. Ten sites along the stretch […] Read more Environment News Transport & Streets artworkBeverley RoadCouncillor Daren Halesignal control boxesvandalism
Cyclists in Hull to benefit from increased bus lane enforcement 3rd July 2020 Cyclists in Hull are to benefit from all-day bus lane enforcement. Bus lanes in Hull will be enforced from 7am to 6.30pm from Monday 13 July in a bid to make cyclists feel safer. The move comes as part of Hull City Council’s plans to overhaul its cycling infrastructure and encourage more people to choose […] Read more News Transport & Streets Active HullBus laneCouncillor Daren HaleCycling
39 streets in Hull to be protected from potholes 2nd July 2020 Work to reduce the number of potholes on Hull’s roads will begin next week. Hull City Council will be laying a specialist treatment to 39 sections of road starting from Monday 6 July to Friday 14 August. The works will cover a total of 66,169 sq m of road. Councillor Anita Harrison, portfolio holder for […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets Colas LtdCouncillor Anita HarrisonpotholesRoad closure
Free cycling lessons for rusty riders in Hull 2nd July 2020 People in Hull are being encouraged to take up free cycling lessons. The Rusty Riders scheme is a training course for adults who wish to brush up on their cycling skills. The two-and-a-half-hour session is designed to refresh the skills of adults returning to cycling by preparing them to cycle safely on Hull’s roads. Councillor […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Anita HarrisonCouncillor Daren HaleCyclingFirst Step SportsHumberside PoliceOperation Safe PassRusty Riders
Work to improve Stoneferry Corridor has started 1st July 2020 Work to improve key transport routes in Hull began last week. The multi-million pound Stoneferry Corridor works started on Monday 22 June, with site and vegetation clearance works in preparation for the main scheme. Once completed, work to improve the footpaths will begin. Smart cities technologies are also being adopted throughout the scheme to improve […] Read more Regeneration Transport & Streets Colas LtdCouncillor Daren HaleCyclingHumber LEPSmart CityStoneferry Corridor
