Humber Bridge well-being hub offers mental health support
The Bearded Fishermen in Gainsborough is one of the charities behind the initiative
It's hoped a new well-being hub on the Humber Bridge will help people with their mental health, as we ease out of lockdown.
For some, the restictions being lifted are a positive, but for others, it's led to a lot of concerns.
Rick Roberts is from the Bearded Fishermen in Gainsborough, one of the charities behind the initiative.
"Anxiety levels are going sky high.
"People are wondering what's in store for them now.
"Some people have been locked down for a whole year and it has affected them and suddenly the doors open and they can come out.
"People are starting to worry and panic a bit."
He says there weren't enough services when he struggled with his mental health 20 years ago.
"When I was in that position there wasn't as much around.
"One of the reasons we have done this is so we can make that service available for more people."
A spokesperson for the Humber Bridge Board said it's been working very closely with mental health charities and partners.
"It will be led by Hull & East Yorkshire MIND & The Bearded Fishermen.
“The Hub will provide information, support and signposting to the general public regarding mental health, ultimately working towards the goal of reducing the stigma attached to poor mental health.
"Opening hours will be limited to begin with but will be reviewed regularly."
The Humber Bridge walkways will re-open to pedestrians and cyclists today, following weeks of closures after safety concerns.
The walkways were closed last month, but will re-open, after a consultation period and safety upgrades.
They'll be open from 5am until 9pm each day.
Anyone wanting to cross outside these hours will need to register with the bridge beforehand.
Extra signs will be installed on the footway and CCTV coverage will be extended.