Transport & Streets

View article Myton Bridge closure

Myton Bridge closure

1st December 2020

Myton Bridge will close to motorists in both directions this afternoon for a few hours. The closure is taking place so that an emergency inspection can take place. For motorists travelling towards the east of the city, a diversion will be in place via Lowgate and Drypool Bridge. And for motorists travelling west, the diversion […]

View article Peterborough resident fined for throwing cigarette butt in Hull

Peterborough resident fined for throwing cigarette butt in Hull

1st December 2020

People in Hull are being urged to dispose of cigarette butts responsibly after more than 60 people were fined for littering in the city in the past year. More than 50 Hull residents were handed heavy fines after not disposing of used cigarettes correctly. And seven visitors, from as far away as Peterborough, were also […]

View article Jails, bombs and map mysteries – explosive insight into the history of Hull

Jails, bombs and map mysteries – explosive insight into the history of Hull

1st December 2020

A 235-year-old prison, a suspected Second World War bomb explosion and mysterious buildings that don’t appear on any maps could shed new light on the fascinating history of Hull. Archaeologists have started piecing together intriguing clues from the past as part of Highways England’s A63 Castle Street project. The 70-strong team are carefully excavating at […]

View article Have your say on safer cycling measures in Hessle Road

Have your say on safer cycling measures in Hessle Road

27th November 2020

Plans to install safer cycling routes in Hessle Road can now be viewed online. The work involves improving existing cycle lane infrastructure between Brighton Street and Priory Park roundabout. The proposed scheme will also incorporate slightly wider cycle lanes and introduce flexible bollards in some sections of the road, to provide physical segregation between cyclists […]

View article Sculcoates Bridge remains open to pedestrians only

Sculcoates Bridge remains open to pedestrians only

27th November 2020

Following a further inspection of Sculcoates Bridge last week, a decision has been made to limit access to pedestrians only. Access for pedestrians will be available on the north footpath only, with cyclists having to dismount before crossing the bridge. Councillor Daren Hale, portfolio holder for economic investment, regeneration and planning, said: “We commissioned a […]

View article Warning as 15 people fined £400 for fly-tipping in Hull

Warning as 15 people fined £400 for fly-tipping in Hull

26th November 2020

Hull residents are being warned that enforcement action will be taken against those found dumping waste illegally. It follows fines of £400 being issued to 15 people in the city under section 33 Environmental Protection Act 1990 after evidence of fly-tipping was obtained by the council’s environmental enforcement officers. People are being encouraged to use […]

View article Phased work continues in Holderness Road

Phased work continues in Holderness Road

24th November 2020

Essential repair work has started between the Railway Bridge and Jalland Street. The work is taking place from 7pm – 6am until Monday 30 November, and temporary traffic signals are in place so that two-way traffic is maintained. The work will be spilt into the following phases: Phase Date Section 1 Monday 23 November Inbound […]

View article Work to refresh cycle lanes in Beverley Road will begin next week

Work to refresh cycle lanes in Beverley Road will begin next week

20th November 2020

Work to refresh the cycle lanes in Beverley Road will begin on Monday 23 November. Work will include rebranding the bus lanes and incorporating visible cycle lanes within the existing road network. Additional signage and green road markings will be installed so that it will connect with the new pop-up cycle lanes installed in Freetown […]

View article Historic cobbles restored as part of repair programme

Historic cobbles restored as part of repair programme

20th November 2020

A programme of works to repair and restore historic cobbles in Hull’s Old Town is taking place. The work will ensure that the surface is safe for people to walk on, especially for those with mobility issues. The repair process reduces the gaps both in width and depth while retaining the historical look and feel […]

View article Hull paves way for more cycle lanes

Hull paves way for more cycle lanes

16th November 2020

Hull City Council has been awarded £1,035,500 for further cycling improvements. This means that work to incorporate safer cycling routes in Holderness Road and Hessle Road can now begin. Freetown Way has already benefitted from a wider cycle route with light lane segregation, providing a safer travel space for cyclists. Combined bus and cycle lanes […]

View article Virtual memorial service to be held for Hull’s road traffic victims

Virtual memorial service to be held for Hull’s road traffic victims

12th November 2020

A virtual memorial service will take place to remember those who lost their lives on Hull’s roads. On Sunday 15 November, people will be able to access an online memorial service to remember and celebrate the lives of victims of road traffic accidents. The annual event forms part of the United Nation’s World Day of Remembrance […]

View article Sculcoates Bridge closed for essential repair work

Sculcoates Bridge closed for essential repair work

11th November 2020

Sculcoates Bridge will be closed to cyclists and pedestrians for three days next week. The bridge in Chapman Street is already closed to motorists, however in order for some essential maintenance work to be carried out, the bridge will close to everyone. The closure will take place from Tuesday 17 – Thursday 19 November. The […]