Update on Humber Bridge safety improvements as work receives planning permissionThe 'complicated' project is said to be 'progressing well'View 3 Images Visual of the proposed raised barriers on the Humber Bridge (Image: Humber Bridge Board)A £3 million project to improve safety on the Humber Bridge is "progressing well" after receiving permission from a number of authorities. The project involves raising the safety barriers along the bridge to a height of 2.7 metres - around 9 feet. ‌When the designs were revealed last year, the plans still needed to be given the green light from both East Riding and North Lincolnshire councils. ‌View 3 Images Humber Bridge, as seen from Barton in June 2024 (Image: LDR)A Humber Bridge spokesperson has provided an update on the safety enhancements, confirming the relevant permissions have now been achieved. “However, the project is progressing well and has now achieved listed building consent and planning permission from Historic England, East Riding of Yorkshire Council, and North Lincolnshire Council.