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BBC News
a day ago
- Business
- BBC News
Plan to fix Hull bridges and house replica Banksy on Scott Street
A report that highlights the full extent of problems, damage and decay to 15 bridges in Hull also reveals a plan to fix Monday, Hull City Council's cabinet will consider the long-term programme of works which, if approved, would run until May proposals include strengthening work on the Hessle Road flyover, Sutton Road bridge and flyover and North also includes a project to build a display frame to house a replica of the Banksy "Draw the raised bridge" artwork at the site of the former Scott Street bridge. In April, the council said it had earmarked more than £28m to fix bridges around the leader Mike Ross wrote to the government asking for Hull to be allocated part of a £1bn pot for the "renewal of broken bridges, ruined roads and tired tunnels". The improvement works being considered by the council cabinet include:Decommissioning of the Boothferry Road footbridge, close to the Costello Stadium, after "numerous defects" were found including an "ongoing risk" to the structure holding the bridge replacement work on the Ennerdale Bridge, Stoneferry Bridge and Millennium redesign and replacement of the mechanism on the Scale Lane swing bridge, which was closed for investigation work in February.A refurbishment of Sculcoates Bridge, which underwent engineering work two years ago. It was closed to vehicle traffic in 2020 over collapse timber fenders for the Wilmington Bridge at Wincolmlee after the discovery of "extensive decay".Victoria Pier and the River Hull walkway also form part of the plan. They will be made safe while a feasibility study to look at their potential replacement is carried footbridge, which links Priory Drive and Priory Road to Hotham Road and Bricknell Avenue over the Hull to Scarborough railway line, is also said to be in "poor condition" with "movement to the foundations".Mark Ieronimo, the portfolio holder for transport and infrastructure at the council, said he acknowledged there was a "significant amount of work required".He added: "I am confident that this comprehensive maintenance programme provides a strategic plan to address these needs effectively."This initiative marks a crucial step towards enhancing the longevity and functionality of our community's infrastructure." Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
BBC News
a day ago
- Health
- BBC News
One-punch attack victim Paul Spence launches anti-violence campaign
A campaign to reduce violence will be rolled out in schools across Spence, from Hull, founded the charity Paul For Brain Recovery after an unprovoked attack in a bar left him with a brain 45-year-old is now planning to host One Punch Ruins Lives talks to secondary school pupils to raise awareness and combat Spence said: "This will really help young people gain an understanding of the impact of mindless acts of violence and the importance of emotional intelligence." Mr Spence was in a bar on Easter Sunday in 2012 when he was punched and knocked unconscious. He suffered a frontal lobe brain haemorrhage and was told he was "lucky to be alive" by of neuro rehabilitation followed, Mr Spence lost his job as an electrical engineer, his relationship fell apart and he spiralled into he eventually rebuilt his life and relationship, became a father, and founded a charity to raise awareness about the impact of up with Hull City Council, he will deliver talks to pupils in Year 7 to Year 10 and give away 10 educational booklets to every primary school in the Linda Tock, portfolio holder for children's services, said: "We want all young people in Hull to feel safe, respected and have a positive future ahead of them. "I hope by hearing from Paul, they will feel inspired by his story and learn practical skills in reducing conflict and building emotional resilience." Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
BBC News
a day ago
- Business
- BBC News
Beal Homes submits plans for more than 400 homes in Hull
Plans have been submitted to build more than 400 homes in an area of Beal Homes has submitted a proposal to Hull City Council for 418 homes on land west of East Carr Road, north of Sutton approved, the plans would initially be limited to 415 homes to accommodate a temporary bus turning area on the development would be made up of 72 two-bedroom, 212 three-bedroom and 90 four-bedroom houses, as well as 41 affordable homes. Planning documents state that there would be two access points, one off East Carr Road and another from Danby Close.A fifth of the site would also remain undeveloped due to it being covered by a flood to the Local Democracy Reporting Service, a further development was planned on land to the north of the site. The two developments together would allow for a bus route loop, freeing up space for three more homes on the Beal Homes application will be decided at a later date. Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
BBC News
2 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Opinions sought on Hull's cycling and walking routes
People are being asked to share their thoughts about Hull's cycling and walking City Council wants feedback on its 10-year Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP).The scheme identifies problems with the current travel network and proposes sessions will be held and people have until 8 August to complete an online survey. Councillor Mark Ieronimo, portfolio holder for transport and infrastructure, said the LCWIP supports bids for government said: "We are keen to understand people's walking and cycling habits and their attitudes towards the proposed LCWIP." The plan, seen by the Local Democracy Reporting Service, proposes investment to boost the following walking routes: Anlaby RoadHessle RoadSt George's RoadBoulevardWoodcock Street / Gordon Street / Cholmley StreetOfficials also identified the following key cycling routes used by commuters:Clough RoadPreston RoadFreetown WayMarfleet LaneCleveland StreetSutton FieldsKingswoodHessle RoadSutton RoadHawthorn Avenue to FerenswayChanterlands AvenueHolderness DrainFurther information about drop-in events will be published by the council later. The online survey can be found here. Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
BBC News
3 days ago
- Automotive
- BBC News
Plan to widen traffic 'pinch point' in Hull's Wincolmlee
Removing a "pinch point" will improve the flow of traffic on a busy road, according to plans submitted to Hull City proposal for Wincolmlee would see a disused building demolished to allow the road to be widened by 1.2m (4ft) near the roundabout with Air to the application, lorries were "often forced to stop or force oncoming vehicles to make abrupt movements due to the narrowness of the road".Drivers had sometimes been forced on to a footpath, putting pedestrian safety at risk. Defunct pipe work would be removed and a 2.5m (8ft) fence put up as part of the work, the Local Democracy Reporting Service to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
