New images show how Hull’s Freetown Way will look with…

New images have been released showing how Hull's Freetown Way will look when it reverts back to two lanes in both directions, with views sought on the design. The latest design would also see footpaths widened between Blundell's Corner for segregated cycle lanes and remodelled junctions, with works starting in spring 2025. The new cycle optimised protected signals (CYCLOPS) junctions would be Hull's first and installed at the junctions with Beverley Road, Wright Street, Charles Street, Caroline Street and George Street. Hull City Council Transport Portfolio Holder Cllr Mark Ieronimo said the new designs being consulted on would help traffic flow better and tackle congestion more broadly. The public consultation which began on Monday (May 20) follows an initial round on engagement to seek views on the plans in June. READ MORE: Hull's six most congested roads and how long it takes to drive down them All the Hull roadworks and closures scheduled in May and June A more simplified design of Freetown Way's junction with Spring Bank, Beverley Road and Ferensway was one of the results. The decision to revert Freetown Way back to two lanes was taken in 2021 after cycle lanes were first installed as part of a Government active travel push in 2020. The CYCLOPS junctions being installed aim to reduce accidents by separating different road users. The junction's outer rings are cycle lanes which act like a roundabout and have signal crossings designed to create a safer route for cyclists. An impression showing how the CYCLOPS junction at Freetown Way, Spring Bank, Beverley Road and Ferensway could look (Image: Hull City Council) The inner rings are for pedestrian use and signals for them and cyclists turn green at the same time while drivers have to stop.
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