Infrastructure Minister has announced that Hill Street
in Belfast will be a pedestrianised zone from Thursday 4 December
2025.
The Experimental Traffic Control Scheme will pedestrianise Hill
Street in Belfast between Gordon Street and Waring Street. The
scheme also introduces a one-way system on Gordon Street
from its junction with Hill Street to Dunbar Street in an
easterly direction.
The Minister said: “Hill Street is a thriving area in the
Cathedral Quarter of Belfast as more and more visitors come to
enjoy the hospitality on offer.
“My Department has been actively engaging with local
businesses and those in the hospitality and retail sectors who
have expressed support for the pedestrianisation of Hill Street
and I am pleased that the proposals are now being made a
reality.
“Importantly this scheme will facilitate a vibrant social
space that prioritises people by making the streets safer for
pedestrians. By contributing to a more pleasant and
enjoyable environment it will help maximise the street's
potential and enhance the nighttime and weekend economy. The
scheme is also complemented by our recent announcement of late
night buses, ensuring that more people can visit and socialise in
the city centre safely.”
The Department will keep the experimental scheme under review
over the initial six-month period.
Notes to editors:
- An experimental scheme is for an initial period of six months
but can be extended up to 18 months.
