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Northampton Gears Up for £4.7m Active Travel Upgrade
3 Jun
Summary
- A £4.7m project to boost walking and cycling starts next week.
- Phase two covers Park Avenue South and Bridgewater Drive.
- The scheme aims to reduce congestion and lower carbon emissions.
West Northamptonshire Council is launching the second phase of a substantial £4.7 million initiative to promote walking, cycling, and wheeling in Northampton. This upcoming phase, commencing next week, will target Park Avenue South and Bridgewater Drive. It is anticipated to conclude in the autumn.
The primary objective is to increase pedestrian and cyclist mobility through the development of enhanced footways and dedicated cycle lanes. Furthermore, the project aims to alleviate traffic congestion and decrease carbon emissions.
Construction is being managed by Kier, with funding sourced from the Active Travel Fund, the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, and local transport grants. The council has stated its commitment to collaborating with the community due to anticipated temporary road closures and diversions during the works.
