Motorists are being warned of possible delays on the main Newport to Cowes road from tomorrow (Tuesday).
The warning comes as work gets underway to improve the safety and accessibility of bus stops on both the north and south-bound side of the carriageway, close to the County Showground and military history museum.
Two-way temporary traffic lights
During the work, temporary two-way traffic lights will be in operation to make sure the upgrades can be carried out safely. The lights will be manually controlled during busy periods to help minimise any disruption.
The scheme, which is due to be completed by 3rd December, forms part of the Isle of Wight Council’s £150,000 bus stop improvement programme announced last month.
What to expect
Upgrades are specific to each location, but include the introduction of dropped kerbs, new road markings and signage, tactile paving, increased hard standings and improved drainage.
The works on Cowes Road include a new tactile pedestrian crossing point and a small section of footway on the western side of the carriageway, providing for a much safer link to a nearby footpath.
Jordan: Island Roads will do all they possibly can to minimise disruption
Cllr Phil Jordan, Cabinet member for infrastructure, said,
“Thanks to these works, the bus stops will become fully accessible and a welcome improvement to people’s safety and comfort in crossing the road at these points.
“Though every effort will be made to minimise delays, including manually operated temporary lights, I’d like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience these works may cause.
“Island Roads will do all they possibly can to minimise disruption and complete the works in a timely way.”
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