Freetown Way takes big step towards the return of two lanes of traffic and off-road cycling 14th August 2025 Following the completion of detailed design work, Hull City Council has today (Thursday 14 August) published tender documents to secure a contractor to deliver a scheme for Freetown Way that would see a return to two lanes of traffic and a focus on off-road cycling. The council aims to appoint a contractor as soon as […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets active travelActive Travel FundCouncillor Mark IeronimoFreetown Way
Hull tops the table for cycle training for children in England 6th August 2025 Hull has been unveiled as the country’s top location for the delivery of cycle training to children, according to new figures from The Bikeability Trust. Between April 2024 and March 2025, 99% of Year 6 pupils in the city received either Level 1 and 2 or Level 2 Bikeability training (3,361 children, in total), putting […] Read more Children and families News Regeneration Transport & Streets active travelBikeabilityCouncillor Mark IeronimoHull City ArtsThe Bikeability Trust
August bus fare discount for families and groups travelling in Hull 5th August 2025 The Hull Bus Alliance is encouraging families and groups of friends to travel by bus this August and save money with the launch of a discounted fare. Stagecoach East Midlands and East Yorkshire Buses will be offering the Hull Card Group ticket for just £11, perfect for days out or for those attending the range […] Read more Children and families Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Transport & Streets Councillor Mark Ieronimoeast yorkshire busesHull Bus AllianceStagecoach East Midlands
Campaign encourages people to ‘share the road’ this summer 4th August 2025 People across the city are being urged to look out for one another over the busy summer months as part of a safety campaign to encourage motorists, people cycling, pedestrians and members of the travelling public to share the road responsibly. The ‘Share the Road’ campaign will cover several themes, including – The campaign will […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets active travelCouncillor Mark IeronimoHull Cycle Forumroad safety
Queen Victoria Square fountains switched off after vandalism 23rd July 2025 The fountains in Queen Victoria Square have been temporarily switched off after detergent was poured into the water, causing damage to the internal mechanisms. The fountains were recently brought back into operation after the completion of scheduled maintenance and repair works earlier this year. However, an additional fault affecting the internal mechanisms – critical to […] Read more News Councillor Mark IeronimoHumberside PoliceQueen Victoria Square fountainsvandalism
Hull City Council to undertake proactive road maintenance across the city 18th July 2025 Hull City Council is set to launch its annual surface dressing programme, giving 12 key roads across the city a much-needed upgrade to improve safety and extend their lifespan. The city-wide programme will begin on Monday 21 July and is scheduled to be completed by Thursday 31 July, weather permitting. No work will take place […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Mark IeronimoimprovementsSurface dressing
Council to begin bench improvements in Queen Victoria Square 15th July 2025 Hull City Council will begin the first phase of improvements around the Queen Victoria Square fountains, starting with the temporary removal of selected benches on Wednesday 16 July from 8.30am. Three benches closest to the fountains will be removed tomorrow and refurbished to provide a cleaner, safer, and more welcoming public space. The refurbishment and […] Read more Environment News Regeneration Councillor Mark IeronimoFairburnsQueen Victoria Square fountains
My Bus Pass Portal – the easy way to apply or renew your bus pass 15th July 2025 Hull City Council has launched a new way for residents to apply or renew bus passes, making the process quicker and more convenient. ‘My Bus Pass Portal’ offers new applicants and those renewing an English National Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) pass, such as those for older persons and those with disabilities, with an easy-to-follow digital […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets Councillor Mark Ieronimoeast yorkshire busesHull City CouncilMy Bus Pass PortalStagecoach East Midlands
Love Your Neighbourhood: Footpath improvements set to begin on Ventnor Street 14th July 2025 As part of Hull City Council’s ongoing Love Your Neighbourhood initiative, improvement works are set to begin on the footpaths along Ventnor Street. Following a recent ‘patch walk’ in the Newland Avenue area, the footpaths on Ventnor Street were identified as being in poor condition and in urgent need of repair. In response, the council will […] Read more News Transport & Streets Councillor Charles QuinnCouncillor Mark IeronimoimprovementsLove Your NeighbourhoodPBS ConstructionresurfacingVentnor Street
New 20mph zone approved for Hull’s Old Town 9th July 2025 Work to implement a new 20mph zone in Hull’s Old Town area, as part of the safety improvement scheme for Lowgate, has been given the greenlight to progress by Hull City Council. The new 20mph zone aims to reduce the risk of accidents for all road users near Hull College and the retail and entertainment […] Read more News Regeneration Transport & Streets Councillor Mark IeronimoHull Old TownLowgateLowgate Road Safety Improvement Scheme
Rokeby Park Primary School ‘set the wheels in motion’ for active travel 4th July 2025 Children at Rokeby Park Primary School have been learning vital skills to be able to make their own way to school on two-wheels thanks to several council-funded initiatives. On Monday 30 June, Bikeability training, which is part of the city’s active travel programme to get more kids cycling, was delivered at the school, which is […] Read more Children and families News Regeneration Transport & Streets active travelBikeabilityCouncillor Mark IeronimoFirst Step SportsHumberside PoliceR-evolutionRokeby Park Primary School
Council to assess condition of King William III statue 1st July 2025 Hull City Council has announced plans to carry out a detailed condition survey of the iconic King William III statue – locally known as “King Billy”. This work forms an early step in the delivery of the council’s recently approved five-year infrastructure plan, which includes the preservation of Hull’s historic statues and monuments. The survey […] Read more News Statues and monuments Councillor Mark Ieronimofive-year infrastructure planKing William III statueLost Art
