Derby leader calls A38 decision 'divisive' but vows to minimise disruption
Labour councillor Nadine Peatfield said the local authority had 'no influence' on the Government's decision to transform one of Derby's busiest roads but has always wanted the best outcome for the city. She added that the decision will support the delivery of thousands of new homes.
The huge project is set to see significant changes to three key islands on the major route at Kingsway, Markeaton and Little Eaton. The plan is to expand the road with more lanes and create flyovers and underpasses with the aim of easing congestion and quickening journey times.
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But it is currently unclear how much the scheme will cost in total with an initial estimate of £250 million likely to have escalated. It is also unclear when work will start and how long construction will take.
Meanwhile, there remains serious concern regarding the negative environmental impacts of the project. The Stop The A38 expansion group said in their latest statement that their campaigning has not yet reached the end of the road.
Serious concerns include the loss of thousands of trees at Markeaton Park and increased carbon emissions and air pollution. Campaigners described the scheme as a 'polluting, destructive and pointless road scheme to line the pockets of the private developers'.
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The city council was asked for its stance on the go-ahead and whether or not Derby's road network will cope when construction work starts. Councillor Peatfield said the council will be 'doing everything we can to minimise disruption and impact '.
She said: 'We recognise that the Government's decision to progress this project is a divisive one here in Derby. Whilst we have had no influence on the decision itself, throughout we've consistently aimed for the best outcome for Derby and will continue to do so.
'It's important to recognise, however, that this initiative will help deliver around 15,000 much-needed homes for our region.
'Moving forward, we understand both sides of this challenge and are committed to doing everything we can to minimise disruption and impact. We will work closely with the East Midlands Mayor to advocate for active travel infrastructure to be included, supporting walking and cycling, so that this scheme benefits all forms of transport. Additionally, we'll keep striving for measures that enhance both the environment and biodiversity."
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