City's bridge work will be 'complex and varied'

19 hours ago

Charis Scott-HolmEast Yorkshire and Lincolnshire

News image — Drypool Bridge is currently undergoing a "major repair and strengthening programme"

BBC A view of Drypool Bridge, which has two large brick towers, and metalwork covered in Venn diagram inspired designs. Cars drive across the structure, which also features two red and white striped safety barriers. — Drypool Bridge is currently undergoing a "major repair and strengthening programme"

Work to repair Hull's bridges will be "complex and varied", according to the company carrying out the project.

The city council approved a five-year plan to invest in Hull's key infrastructure in June 2025.

Included in the proposal to improve 16 bridges was the strengthening and repair of North Bridge and the mechanical repair of Scale Lane Footbridge.

Andy Thompson, director of bridges at Mason Clark Associates, which is carrying out the work, said it "offered a real opportunity to protect and improve some of Hull's most significant pieces of infrastructure".

An aerial view of Scale Lane swing bridge, pedestrians can be seen crossing the bridge, with the muddy banks of the River Hull on display. The city's skyline can be seen in the background. — Work to repair the Scale Lane Footbridge has taken place throughout January and has continued into February

Other notable structures set to receive repairs include the recently reopened Drypool Bridge, which is expected to be ongoing until the summer.

Elsewhere, Victoria Pier is currently closed as the council said it was in "very poor condition". No timeframe has yet been given on potential work to the structure.

Councillor Mark Ieronimo, of Hull City Council, said the city's bridges were a "vital part of daily travel" for residents.

He added: "Many of these structures have been part of Hull's history for generations and we want to ensure they are futureproofed for generations to come."

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