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Enforcement officers will be visiting a number of routes around the region this week. Drivers can see where the mobile cameras are likely to be situated through the daily enforcement schedule on the Safer Roads Humber website . However, not all locations are listed on the schedule, so motorists should take care and exercise caution when driving in the region. Humberside Police, in partnership with Safer Roads Humber, will be at several other sites throughout the week that are not listed below. Humberside Police reserves the right to enforce speed limits on any road, at any time. Mobile speed cameras will be in the following locations in northern Lincolnshire: Mon December 23: Louth Road – Grimsby Tues December 24: Ferry Road – Goxhill Weds December 25: Various sites across the region Thurs December 26: Various sites across the region Fri December 27: A15 Humber Bridge to Barnetby Top & vice versa Sat December 28 : Various sites across the region Sun December 20: Various sites across the region Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Grimsby with our free newsletter For those crossing the Humber Bridge to the North Bank, mobile cameras will be in the following locations: Mon December 23: B1232 Beverley Road – Hessle Tues December 24: B1240 Sproatley Road – Preston Weds December 25: Various sites across the region Thurs December 26: Various sites across the region Fri December 27: B1249 Wansford Road – Driffield Sat December 28 : Various sites across the region Sun December 29: Various sites across the region Join our WhatsApp Community for the latest crime news Get all the latest crime and court news in Hull straight to your mobile via WhatsApp by clicking here. If you don’t like our community, you can leave any time. We also treat members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. Read our privacy notice here. Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long-standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every notice published to our newspaper and news site also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk – the UK’s number one site for death notices and memoriams. Every notice remains online forever providing friends and families with a lifelong tribute to their loved one, a safe place online to share memories, add tributes, photographs and make donations in memory. Each week we pay tribute to the loved ones remembered in our area with a funeral notice and online tribute page. To read the latest announcements and add tributes to those from our area who have passed away, or to create a funeral notice yourself, click here . Alternatively, you can create a notice by calling our helpful team on 01482 908084. READ MORE: Here is a selection of notices published earlier this week, including death notices, in memoriams, birthday memoriams and acknowledgements. To add your own tributes to the loved ones from our area, or to publish a notice for your loved one, visit funeral-notices.co.uk Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week. Death Notices Sadly on 5th December 2024 at his home in New Waltham, George aged 83 years passed away. A very dearly loved husband, dad, father-in-law, grandad and good friend to many who will be greatly missed by all. A funeral service will take place at Grimsby Crematorium on Monday 23rd December 2024 at 9.45am. Family flowers only please by request. Donations in lieu if so desired may be made payable to Cancer Research UK and a collection box will be provided at the service. Enquiries Mashfords Funeral Home Cleethorpes tel 01472 200004. Brunny We are reaching out to friends of Dave, to let them know of his passing. He was a wonderful loving husband & soulmate to Jean, and the late Ann. The most amazing Dad to Steven & Jane. A much loved Brother to Theo & Sue, and a devoted Papa to Alexander & Sophie Ann, and Grandad to Konnor. Father-in-law, Brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle and a good friend to many. David fell asleep at home, surrounded by love and affection, after being cared for by his loving family. He was the most generous, selfless, kind hearted man, whose love was so strong, it will forever be felt by those he held close. He is deeply missed everyday by his family & friends. At David’s request, no funeral was held, he wanted family & friends to remember the good times, in their own way. Sadly, on Monday 9th December 2024, whilst in the wonderful care of the Diana Princess of Wales Hospital and surrounded by her loving family, Maggie passed peacefully away, aged 86 years. A beloved mother of Christopher and Linda. A cherished grandmother to Nicola and James and great grandmother to Alana and Lyra. A dearly loved sister to Ada and a great friend to many, who will be missed by all that knew her, with a special thank you to all the staff at Strand Court. A service to celebrate Maggie’s life will be held at Grimsby Crematorium on Monday 23rd December at 1.30 pm. Floral tributes will be gratefully received by, Sentiments Funeral Home, 17 Chantry Lane, Grimsby, DN31 2LP Telephone 01472 242783 Sadly on Wednesday 11th December, in the care of Bridgewater Park Care Home and Dr James, Susan aged 94 Years. Loving wife to the late Jack. Cherished mum to Jim, Alan, Julie, David and the late Michael and Stephen. Much loved mother-in-law, grandma, great grandma, aunt and friend to many. A Service will take place at Woodlands Crematorium on Monday 30th December 2024 at 10am. No flowers by request but donations in lieu to go to Cancer Research UK. Kettle Of Scunthorpe 15, Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe Tel 01724 280808 Peacefully on Monday 6th December 2024, whilst in the care of Homefield House Care Home, Grimsby, Irene aged 92 years sadly passed away. Dearly beloved wife of the late Roy. Much loved mum of Andrew and Paul and loving mother-in-law of Dianne and Kate. Loving grandma, great grandma and great great grandma. A dear sister and auntie, Irene will be sadly missed by all who knew her. A funeral service to celebrate Irene’s life will be held at Grimsby crematorium on Monday 6th January 2025 at 10:30am. By request, family flowers only please. Donations in Irene’s memory may be sent to: Admiral Nurses, c/o Dementia Uk Head Office, 7th Floor, One Aldgate, London, EC3N 1RE. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, 55 Abbey Road, Grimsby, DN32 0HN. Tel: 01472 355707. It is with great sadness the family would like to announce that whilst in the care of Old Norske Lodge, Lillian passed away peacefully aged 95. Reunited again with her husband George. Loving mum of Gary and Amanda, Mother-in-law of Alison. Lillian was also the devoted nanna of Hannah, Daniel, Katie, Olivia and William, Great nanna of Lucas, Finley and Maise. a treasured sister, aunt and cousin and a friend to all. Lillian will be sadly missed by all who loved and knew her. A service to celebrate the life of Lillian will take place at Grimsby Crematorium on Tuesday the 7th of January at 12 Noon. Lillian has requested for you to wear bright colourful clothing. Family flowers only, but if so desired, a donation may be sent in Lillian’s memory for the Bransby Horse Rescue and Welfare, Lincoln or Red Cross or given on the day of the service. Any enquires to Cleethorpes Funeralcare, Unit 3, 75 St Peter’s Avenue, Cleethorpes, DN35 8HF (01472) 200001 Sadly on 30th November 2024, whilst in the dedicated care of Eaton Court, Grimsby, Beryl aged 84, sadly passed away, with her loving family by her side. The devoted wife of Jack, beloved mum of Cheryl and Annette, Jackie and Paul, Andy, and Lea and Joanne, cherished nana and Pal of April and Jack,

Hospital staff across the Humber region have been leading the way in clinical research throughout the year. As we approach the end of 2024, research and development teams from NHS Humber Health Partnership, which operates hospitals in Hull, Cottingham, Grimsby, Goole and Scunthorpe, as well as some community services, have conducted over 650 individual health research studies this year. More than 4,700 patients and users of the group’s health services across East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire agreed to participate in research across 27 specialties this year, including cardiovascular disease, obesity, respiratory diseases, cancer, kidney disease, digestive diseases, diabetes, infectious diseases, and vascular disease. While many may envision clinical research as merely drug trials, these only form a small part of the research teams’ work, according to Professor Thozhukat Sathyapalan, Group Director for Research, Development and Innovation. He explained: “With the support of local academic partners and Hull York Medical School, hospitals across Hull and the Humber region are continuing to place themselves at the forefront of clinical research. “While some studies do look at the efficacy of drug treatments, many others investigate the effectiveness of therapeutic work with patients, or use questionnaires and patient data to look for trends or to influence treatment options going forward. “Being able to offer local people opportunities to get involved in research is really important, not only in terms of improving the health of the local population, but also in discovering and developing cures, providing access to new and emerging treatments, understanding how certain conditions can affect people, and even being able to attract the best healthcare staff and academics to our region. “We value every single person who helps us on our research journey, looking into many different conditions such as IBD, vascular disease and cancer, and would like to thank everyone who’s taken part or signed up to be involved this year for their willingness to help us and others like them. The FRONTIER team, (L-R) Kayleigh Brindle, respiratory nurse specialist; Professor Mike Crooks, respiratory consultant; and Karen Watkins, respiratory nurse specialist. (Image: HULL UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST) “Signing up to a trial doesn’t have to be difficult or time-consuming, but could make all the difference to thousands of other patients in the future, not just in our region but across the world.” One of the most popular studies over the past 12 months has been the Born and Bred in (BaBi) study, which uses existing data about local people to shape family health services and highlight societal changes that could improve long-term health outcomes for children and families. Having started in Hull in February, more than 1,200 people signed up in the first eight months, which is over three times the original target for the year, and in the last month, the same study has launched in Northern Lincolnshire too. Clinical teams from the region have also made their mark on the global stage, with members of Hull’s respiratory clinical trials team being among those invited to present their projects and potentially ground-breaking findings to international research colleagues. The projects presented include the FRONTIER Programme, a two-year initiative in partnership with Chiesi that focuses on undiagnosed COPD. This project was recently recognised as best practice in Westminster. During the first phase of the project, 201 patients who had previously attended an NHS Lung Health Check and reported symptoms of lung disease and/or had emphysema detected on their CT scan were invited back for further COPD testing. Over two thirds of these individuals, 136 people, received a COPD diagnosis. This suggests that the NHS Lung Health Check could also be a significant opportunity to identify and provide timely treatment for other respiratory illnesses, the NHS says. Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Grimsby with our free newsletter A collective celebration of healthcare research event, involving doctors, nurses and therapists working across the region’s hospitals, is scheduled for the New Year. If you’re interested in getting involved with healthcare research or want to learn more about what’s involved, speak to your healthcare professional or visit www.hull.nhs.uk/research/. Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

Ashby Ville Nature Reserve will not have a tougher swimming ban than the rest of North Lincolnshire as a warning was issued to avoid taking a ‘festive dip’ at the pond. Last year, North Lincolnshire Council ran a consultation on a specific stricter ban on open water swimming at Ashby Ville. It followed two serious incidents in 2021-22, where a man had to be airlifted to hospital and a teenager died after getting into difficulty in the nature reserve’s pond. The council even put out a release titled, “Open water swimming ban to be strengthened at Ashby Ville”. It had been unclear since on whether it would be followed through. When the authority published the renewed Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) regime for North Lincolnshire, this indicated the same open water PSPO as before would apply for everywhere. This has since been confirmed. The renewed PSPO bans any entry into open water, for the purposes of diving, jumping, paddling or swimming, by any person within North Lincolnshire. Unless, that is, as part of a recognised open water swimming club, and where permission of the landowner has been obtained. Council leader Cllr Rob Waltham has issued a warning to anyone considering a dip over the Christmas break at Ashby Ville, and said the local authority has the powers to act against perpetrators. “While many people enjoy a festive dip, this should only be done where it is safe and supervised. “Ponds like Ashby Ville are not safe for swimming at any time of the year and people are risking their own life, the lives of the emergency services, and could face a fine.” It is a £100 fine for those who break the prohibition. “We have the powers to enforce against perpetrators and we will use them. Ashby Ville Pond is not safe, people have died, do not take the risk.” The October report on the renewed PSPO regime stressed on the open water restriction, “we will have a dedicated focus around Ashby Ville.” 202 people, 80 per cent of those who participated in the consultation last year, were in support of retaining the existing open water swimming prohibition across North Lincolnshire. The 2021 to 2024 open water PSPO made specific reference to the ban being only enforceable if a person has already been requested by an “authorised person” – police or council officer – to stop being in the water. The new PSPO does not have such specific wording, but it is understood to be the same enforcement as before. North Lincolnshire Council’s proposed specific Ashby Ville ban had had a blanket ban wording, to see fines imposed without a request first to get out of the water. Ashby Lakeside ward residents are strongly in favour of efforts to make Ashby Ville safer, Cllr Max Bell said, adding he and Cllr Judith Matthews had campaigned for years to push the council to take action. “Ashby Ville is unlike any other local open water. It is a former quarry, is extremely deep, quickly brings on hyperthermia, and even has a car stuck at the bottom. We are therefore strongly in favour of a swimming ban at Ashby Ville, and will keep up the pressure on this.” Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

The proposed design layout for 74 new homes in Kirton in Lindsey has been refused by councillors. There is already outline permission for housing off Ings Road, which was granted on appeal, after councillors refused. Multiple joint applicants, including Newett Homes, sought full permission for the homes’ design and site layout. Privacy concerns, the location of a play area, and traffic congestion were all raised by objectors. North Lincolnshire Council‘s planning committee deferred the decision for a site visit last month. However, after doing so, they once again refused permission with one councillor saying they’d “never been shouted at by so many farmers in my life” while another said the inspector “must have gone to a different site, because why he’s ok’d it, I don’t know”. Residents’ concerns Chartered surveyor Michael Orridge reiterated concerns he still had. These included a “lack of privacy between the new and existing housing” and the location of the LEAP, the play area included in the scheme. “It would be better integrated into the scheme if it was located near the access,” he said, adding it would be “a safer and greener vista to the development”. It was proposed to be part of green space behind existing Lane End, and include swings and a climbing frame. “The overall scheme isn’t respectful of the rural character of the area,” argued Mr Orridge. Another person with concerns said new houses will overlook and be overlooked by existing homes on Highfield Drive. She noted a recent Winterton development approved last month where the developer changed some plots to bungalows to allay concerns. “I would just like to say what’s good enough for Winterton is surely good enough for Kirton too.” She warned of trespass and the use of Lane End as an unofficial cut-through to the LEAP. She did not think the developers’ contention that an existing five-bar field gate at the bottom of Lane End would deter people. “It really does need to be replaced with a fence and some planting on the other side to deter people from coming up the little cul-de-sac,” she said. “The big problem as far as we are all in Kirton concerned is traffic,” she added as her final point. “It’s going to be a nightmare for all, especially farmers.” Part of the rejected site layout for the 74 homes in Kirton in Lindsey, off Ings Lane – including the play area, positioned behind existing Lane End, whose residents fear an unofficial cut-through being created (Image: Newett Homes / North Lincolnshire Council) Newett Homes – ‘taken time to consider concerns’ Newett Homes’ Ben Gibson said, since the last meeting, it had taken time to consider concerns raised. “From the outset, we’ve carefully considered levels,” he said of linked concerns over privacy and the two-storey homes overlooking existing properties. Mr Gibson said Lane End and Highfield Drive properties “are all located on higher land”, and would still exceed land height of the new homes. “The development also provides generous separation distances,” he added, of 21-23 metres to existing homes. Fencing proposed on the western boundary had been amended to address wildlife impeded movement concerns. On the LEAP, it had consulted “with specialist place-based designers” and it was concluded to be the safest place. Putting it near the entrance was “a much greater health and safety risk for children”, because they may run onto the road. “It creates a high quality, well-designed, attractive development,” he said of the scheme. Ridge Ward Cllr Trevor Foster said, “recent improvements are entirely welcome” but they “barely cover” the numerous issues there were. “This submission is seriously flawed in so many ways.” Read More: Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Scunthorpe with our free newsletter ‘Palm track’ and ‘angry farmers’ “Our site visit today demonstrated how unsuitable Ings Lane is for this type of development,” said Cllr John Davison. “A couple of houses maybe, but 74? Nah.” He described Ings Road as a “palm track” with cars at risk of “being dented by the large tractors going by”. “I know that if we refuse this, we’re probably on a hiding to nothing with the government inspector,” he said, but he felt “in all conscience” he had to refuse. “This site is absolutely atrocious,” said Cllr Mick Grant. “The inspector, he must have gone to a different site, because why he’s ok’d it, I don’t know.” Traffic congestion and the road’s unsuitable nature was what stood out to councillors from the visit. “I’ve never been shouted at by so many farmers in my life,” said Cllr Max Bell. He was “baffled” the inspector felt the roads were safe for it. “I can’t believe how much traffic there was at half past 11 on a Wednesday morning, 10 days before Christmas.” Cllr Darryl Southern added two cars cannot pass on the road. The application was unanimously refused. 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The Government has announced up to £13m in funding for councils’ road maintenance in northern Lincolnshire next year. It is part of a record £1.6bn Government investment across England – an increase of nearly 50 per cent on local road maintenance funding from last year. According to the AA, fixing potholes is a priority for 96 per cent of drivers. But a quarter of the cash could be held back until councils have shown they are delivering improvements to roads. More money from the likes of utility companies being charged for roads disruption will also be ringfenced to go back into roads maintenance. “Broken roads can risk lives and cost families hundreds if not thousands of pounds on repairs,” said Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. “That’s a cost that can easily be avoided by investing properly in our roads.” North Lincolnshire Council is set to receive £6.5m in roads maintenance cash for 2025/26, plus £2.4m more if it demonstrates it is delivering. For North East Lincolnshire Council, £3.1m is guaranteed, and over £1m more possible. Together, northern Lincolnshire could get more than £13m cash to fix potholes. This comes as figures from the RAC show drivers encounter an average of six potholes per mile in England and Wales, and the cost of pothole damage to vehicles is around £500 on average. Potholes in Brighowgate, Grimsby – November 2024 (Image: Donna Clifford/GrimsbyLive) The Government has also announced half of surplus lane rental funds will be reinvested into roads maintenance, so that even more roads can be improved. Lane rental schemes allow local highway authorities to charge companies for the time that street and road works occupy the road. Utility works have been the subject of political discussion previously in Grimsby. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said: “Potholes have plagued motorists for far too long, but today’s record investment will start to reverse a decade of decline on our country’s roads. “Millions will drive home for Christmas today, but too many will have to endure an obstacle course to reach their loved ones. Potholes damage cars, and make pedestrians and cyclists less safe. We are investing £1.6bn to fix up to seven million more potholes next year. “This government is firmly on the side of drivers. Every area of England will get extra cash to tackle this problem once and for all. We have gone beyond our manifesto commitment to back motorists and help raise living standards in every part of the country.” Road users in northern Lincolnshire are also being encouraged to report potholes in their area to their local council through a dedicated Gov.uk page. The Department for Transport is also consulting on devolving powers to approve lane rental schemes, which are currently with the Secretary of State, to local Mayors. “Clamping down on poor works carried out by utilities companies and overrunning roadworks is sorely needed, and we are pleased to see action being taken here,” said AA President Edmund King. “Widening lane rental approval to local Mayors should reduce red tape, and we hope it means more roads can be opened in first class condition.” “This is the biggest one-off road maintenance funding settlement councils in England have ever been given, so we have high hopes it’s the turning point that ends the degradation of our roads and finally delivers fit-for-purpose, smooth surfaces for drivers and all other road users,” said RAC’s head of policy Simon Williams. “What’s particularly positive is that this announcement is not just about giving councils money to fix dangerous potholes, it comes with the important caveat of using the money wisely by carrying out preventative maintenance to stop more potholes appearing in the future.” Elsewhere, Lincolnshire County Council has been awarded up to £60.4m. Do you feel safe on the roads? If unable to take part in our poll via the link below, click here. Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

A man has been charged in connection with a reported sexual assault against another man at a Barton pub. An incident took place at the Volunteer Arms pub in Barton on Saturday, March 23. Mark Dallas, 40, of Regents Close in Scunthorpe, has been charged with sexual assault and causing a man to engage in sexual activity. He is due to appear at Grimsby Crown Court on Tuesday, March 25 next year. A spokesperson for Humberside Police said: “If anyone has any concerns, they are urged to please come forward and speak to police on our non-emergency number 101 quoting investigation 24*40044. “Alternatively, you can report information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.” Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Grimsby with our free newsletter Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

North Lincolnshire Council‘s leader has said companies should not bother applying for council contracts if they do not want to provide ‘social value’. Social value goes beyond the pure monetary value of something to reflect positive impact on people and communities, through the likes of employment and training opportunities, outreach events, and support for community organisations. Cllr Rob Waltham made the remark in December’s Cabinet meeting discussion of the social value of two major council-contracted schemes. Project Anchor is the council’s name for the Elizabeth Row development in Scunthorpe, involving accommodation for NHS staff, an enterprise and innovation hub and a new police station – the latter still subject to a planning decision. This and the M181 southern junction work projects were discussed at cabinet in terms of their social value. Together, they have resulted in significant employment and training benefits locally. “If people want to supply contracts to the council, we want to make sure they are supporting our community and enriching the area,” said Cllr Waltham. “If they don’t want to do that, then frankly we don’t want them to apply for our contracts.” Project Anchor A council report states this scheme has employed 22 people who would otherwise be unemployed, ten from within a 30-mile radius. Two North Lindsey College T-Level students have completed 315 hours on Project Anchor to support their two-year design, surveying and planning course. There are also two higher level apprentices working on the site, pursuing degree apprenticeships in quantity surveying. The construction of the development has also supported 16 work experience placements, all at least five days each. Other social value elements of Project Anchor highlighted include: Donation of recycled materials to the local hedgehog hospital Contractor Galliford Try’s organisation of a comprehensive café design competition, involving 120 hours of dedicated work from the Engineering UTC Northern Lincolnshire students 28 workshops with schools and colleges against a target of 10, and especially extensive engagement with Scunthorpe’s C of E primary school – Years 3 and 4 students have visited every month the site Appleby Frodingham Cricket Club also successfully applied for £12,500 YOR4Good funding to add disabled ramp access to its clubhouse and a communal deck. YOR4Good was set up in 2013 and supports projects in Yorkshire and Humber through donations from registered building companies. Galliford Try provided materials and labour to the cricket club’s refurbishment. Read More: Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Scunthorpe with our free newsletter M181 Southern Junction Work on the M181 southern junction started this summer by Esh Construction. It has resulted in three local armed forces veterans being hired who would otherwise be unemployed, one local individual who was not in employment, education or training (NEET) employed, and 17 operatives employed from North Lincolnshire. Future expected social value includes 20 work experience days for four North Lindsey College students, five each, and there is a YOR4GOOD bid for the equivalent of £25,000 for Lindsey Lodge. Cllr Len Foster, pictured, praised council staff for helping achieve social value linked to council contracts (Image: North Lincolnshire Council) ‘We should thank staff for going the extra mile’ Though social value is meant to go beyond pure monetary benefits of a project, it has been estimated economically for both projects. So far, Project Anchor is estimated to have provided £1.7m local social value, and the M181 southern junction £2m. Opposition Labour group leader Cllr Len Foster welcomed the two social value reports and paid special tribute to council officers for their work achieving the outcomes. “It’s nice to see these kind of reports come in. “We ought to recognise as an authority the work that goes on from our officers to achieve these social aspects of these contracts. It’s not easy,” he said, adding “we should thank our staff for going the extra mile.” Join the FREE Grimsby Live WhatsApp Community Get all the latest stories, sent straight to your WhatsApp – all you need to do is click the link. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

Young people aged between 5 and 19 years old will be able to travel on buses within North Lincolnshire for just £1 per single journey during the school Christmas holidays. This comes after the success of a similar scheme during the summer holidays and October half term, which saw thousands of youngsters hopping on buses for only £1. The reduced fares will be on offer from December 21 until January 5. More than 22,000 young people took advantage of the discounted bus fares over the summer. The initiative allows them to travel independently, visit various attractions across the county, and spend time with friends and family. The scheme also makes it more affordable for families with young children to explore during the holidays, with single bus tickets for children costing £1, and adult single tickets priced at £2. (Children travelling unaccompanied do so at the discretion of the parent/carer and the bus driver). There are plenty of festive activities planned at Waters’ Edge Country Park and Visitor Centre, Normanby Hall Country Park, North Lincolnshire Museum, 20-21 Visual Arts Centre and many other locations during the school holidays. Cllr Tim Mitchell, cabinet member for connectivity at North Lincolnshire Council, said: “I am delighted that we are continuing to run the £1 bus fare scheme for our young people during the Christmas holidays. It was a huge success in the summer and October half term. Thousands of young people have already made the most of the offer to get them out and about in North Lincolnshire, using public transport more. “We are continuing to work closely with our main commercial partners serving North Lincolnshire Hornsby Travel, Stagecoach East Midlands, East Yorkshire Buses as part of the Enhanced Partnership Board to make improvements to bus services across the county. Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Scunthorpe with our free newsletter “We have made significant improvements to our bus networks by extending services with extra days, later and earlier buses and widening the network to reach more communities more often.” Karl Robinson, general manager at Hornsby Travel, said: “The £1 fare for under 19s is a great scheme to encourage younger people to use the buses in North Lincolnshire, giving them more independence and not having to rely on lifts from parents.” Matt Cranwell, managing director of Stagecoach East Midlands said: “We are pleased to be working with North Lincolnshire Council to offer the £1 fare during the school and college holidays, helping young people to visit friends, family and places. Using the bus is safe, easy and environmentally friendly, and helps to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality. We know young people are very aware of the importance of looking after their local environment.” Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

Dozens of taxi inspections have been carried out across North Lincolnshire to guarantee a secure journey for passengers. In a collaborative effort earlier this month, council licensing officers joined forces with Humberside Police to perform upwards of 30 random checks on taxi vehicles. During the spot checks, officers scrutinised headlights and brake lights, assessed tyre tread, inspected on-board fire extinguishers, among other things with police also administering breathalyser tests to drivers. The results were positive as all drivers registered ‘0’ on the breathalyser, and every vehicle was deemed roadworthy. The operation led to three warning letters being sent out for minor infractions. Tyres on three taxis were nearing the legal wear limit, prompting arrangements for subsequent inspections. Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Scunthorpe with our free newsletter Cllr Carl Sherwood, cabinet member for community wellbeing (rural) at North Lincolnshire Council, said:. “It is our duty to ensure that the public are safe when they travel in licensed taxis in North Lincolnshire and it’s a responsibility we take very seriously. “I hope the fact that all vehicles passed our thorough inspections brings peace of mind to residents. It’s a brilliant outcome and a real testament to the high standards of the drivers and operators who maintain the taxis. “By working together, we can continue to ensure that passengers travel in safety and comfort when they take a taxi.” Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe