National Highways says that The large improvement scheme set to get under way on the A52 Derby Road in Nottingham which will bring the road up to modern standards and beyond.
- Reconstructing the carriageway with a new, modern surface
- Flooding issues tackled with extensive drainage repairs
- Safer travel for cyclists and pedestrians
Ian Doust, National Highways Programme Manager for the project said:
“The scale of our ambitious works on the A52 should not be underestimated. When this scheme is finished the road will be safer, more resilient to modern weather patterns and provide the travel standards that cyclists and pedestrians need in a modern city environment.”
National Highways has today announced that the work will begin on Monday 19 May.
Taking place between Priory roundabout and the Queen’s Medical Centre (QMC) roundabout, the scheme will resurface the carriageway, which is coming to the end of its working life, making journeys safer and smoother for drivers.
Parts of the ageing drainage system will be rebuilt to help tackle issues with flooding and cope with the strain of increased heavy rain and the impact of climate change.
In addition, ‘keep clear’ markings and other additional signage will be introduced to better enable access from local roads and to make directions clearer for all drivers using this stretch of road.
Ian added:
“There is so much work being invested in the area to bring this road up to modern standards and improve journeys for the thousands of drivers who use it every day.
“We have listened to people’s concerns and we are tackling issues of flooding, potholes, lighting and access from local roads. The cherry on the cake is the opportunity to make cycling safer and improving bus stop and crossing facilities so that everyone has a better journey.
“By doing all of this work at the same time we can significantly reduce the number of road closures and amount of roadworks needed – minimising disruption as much as possible whilst ultimately having the maximum impact on the quality and safety of people’s journeys.”
The new cycleway and pedestrian footpath is part of National Highway’s commitment to encourage healthy and sustainable travel and will help the city and county councils in their ambitions to provide a well-connected and complete network for cycling. As well as offering safe access to such amenities as Wollaton Park and the University of Nottingham, it will enable low carbon commutes to sites such as QMC and the city centre.
It is part-funded through National Highways’ Users and Community Designated Fund. Designated funds are ring-fenced funding that are used to invest in and support initiatives that deliver lasting benefits for road users, the environment and communities across England.
Street lighting, bus stops and pedestrian lighting-controlled crossings will also be upgraded as part of the scheme.
