Plans unveiled to improve Park Road in Pontefract
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Wakefield Council are set to unveil £12m plans to improve travel along the A639 Park Road in Pontefract for all road users.
“We have listened to what people have told us about the traffic issues on Park Road and we are actively working to address them. While at the same time improving journey times and reducing delays for bus users and creating new facilities for walking and cycling.”
Cllr Matthew Morley
Cabinet Member for Planning and Highways
Previous public consultation to determine how best to improve and expand the A639, between Beechnut Lane and Princess Drive, provided the Council with several priorities for the scheme. Including widening the road, realigning the carriageway, new and improved crossing facilities, and creating cycle lanes to enhance safety for cyclists.
Updated plans for the project, based on this feedback, will be available to view at Pontefract Racecourse in the Paddock self-service dining room on 21 November between 1pm – 4pm. And at Aspire @ The Park on 9 December between 3pm – 6pm.
These drop-in sessions have been arranged for members of the public interested in learning more about the project to go along and find out more.
People can also comment on the proposals and give feedback at www.yourvoice.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/A639parkroad from now until 11 December 2024.
Funding for the work is being provided by West Yorkshire Combined Authority. This work will build on the significant investment already being made in making it easier for people to walk, cycle and use public transport around West Yorkshire.
Cllr Peter Carlill, Deputy Chair of West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s Transport Committee, said: “This investment shows our commitment to making it easier for people to walk, wheel, cycle and use public transport in Pontefract.
“I’d encourage the public to have their say on the latest proposals as we build a greener, better-connected region that works for all.”
Following this latest public engagement update, the next stage is a full business case which will be prepared and submitted for approval by June 2025, with construction stating in late 2025.