Year-long project to improve footpaths in Trowbridge due to begin
Phase one will run from 10 February to 25 March 2025 at The Halve. Phase two will focus on on Roundstone Street from April to July 2025, with the final phase concluding from October 2025 to March 2026.Work will take place between 07:00 and 19:00 GMT, Monday to Saturday, with temporary access restrictions possibly affecting residents and businesses, although the council says it will give advance notice.During phase one, The Halve will be closed from its mini roundabout at Duke Street to Hilperton Road Roundabout, with an outside lane closure at Hilperton Road Roundabout. Councillor Tamara Reay, cabinet member for transport, said the council appreciated there would be disruption but emphasised the benefits of the project."These improvements align with our priority of fostering well-connected communities, and we're confident they will benefit residents and visitors when complete," she said.
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