We do not allow the use of A-Boards on the public highway. This includes similar forms of advertisements, for example -
- board sleeves
- banner flags
- mannequins
A-Boards can -
- cause an obstruction of the highway
- pose a hazard to pedestrians
- damage street furniture
- block or restrict access and passage for maintenance of the street scene
It is important that pedestrians and highway users can easily travel around the city. Advertisements should not pose a trip hazard or obstruct customers and visitors. In particular to -
- the visually impaired
- wheelchair-users
- the less mobile
- those with -
- prams
- buggies
- mobility scooters
Action against unlawful A-boards
We will respond to any information provided in confidence. We will investigate reports and contact those responsible for any unlawful advertisements.
If any fail to be removed, following an initial warning, they may be removed.
Enforcement action
This will be taken against any business who benefits through the publicity of -
- goods
- trade
- or other concerns
Types of action could include -
- removal and seizure of any advertisements – subject to the payment of charges for the
- removal
- storage
- and if unclaimed disposal
- decision to serve a fixed penalty
- prosecution
Removal of advertisements
Without notice, A-boards will be immediately removed and destroyed if –
- they cause an unlawful obstruction of the highway
- we are unable to establish the person who displayed it
- we are unable to establish the person who is benefiting from any advertisement
Report A-boards
To report A-boards email Network.Management@hullcc.gov.uk.