Nottingham: A52 Derby Road works to start in May
Major roadworks scheme to start in May
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A council leader described the scheme as a "big step" towards a "better-connected" Nottingham
Roadworks on a major route through Nottingham, which are expected to last a year, will start this month.
National Highways has announced that works between the Priory and the Queen's Medical Centre (QMC) roundabouts on the A52 Derby Road will begin on Monday 19 May.
The agency hopes the scheme, which involves the resurfacing of the road, will make journeys "safer and smoother" for drivers.
Nottingham City Council leader, councillor Neghat Khan described the scheme as "fantastic news" for the area and said it would make it "easier" as well as "greener" for people to get around the city.
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National Highways said for the first four months of the works the westbound carriageway will be closed followed by the closure of the eastbound carriageway
As part of the works, National Highways will build a combined cycleway and footway on the eastbound side of the A52.
The scheme also involves rebuilding parts of the ageing drainage system as well as upgrading street lighting, bus stops and pedestrian crossings on the road section.
Khan added: "It's a big step towards building a better-connected, climate-resilient Nottingham where modern infrastructure supports healthier lifestyles, strengthens our economy and meets the needs of future generations.
"Whether you're travelling to work, education, healthcare or leisure, these improvements will make everyday journeys simpler, safer and more reliable for everyone who lives, works or travels here."
National Highways said the westbound carriageway will be closed for the first four months of the work, followed by the closure of the eastbound carriageway.
Ian Doust, programme development manager at National Highways said: "By doing all of this work at the same time we can significantly reduce the number of road closures and amount of roadworks needed – minimising disruption as much as possible whilst ultimately having the maximum impact on the quality and safety of people's journeys."
The works are set to be complete by spring 2026, although an exact date is yet to be confirmed.
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