The £18million project launched in 2021, with the council claiming public and environmental health benefits since work began.
In total, almost 33miles of road have been upgraded, alongside 88 footpaths. 240 trees have been planted, with 500m2 of urban greening introduced across the authority.
The needs of older people and those with restricted mobility have been prioritised, while driving surfaces and cycle paths have been repaired, improving traffic flow and safety across 20 wards in the city. Schools have also benefited, including repainted keep clear lines, the installation of flashing amber warning lights and new 20mph speed limits. Around 11,000 pupils have been given road safety education.
The works fall into three strands – streets for people, school streets and greener streets. The latter has included switching old lighting infrastructure to low energy LED lamps, saving £1.5million in electricity costs and boosting nighttime visibility. 28 EV charging points have also been installed, including 21 7kw devices and seven rapid 50kwh systems.
‘It’s wonderful to mark this important milestone and celebrate as we reach the end of our Levelling Up funded programme of improvements. From fixing roads and footpaths to creating safer areas around our schools and improving our street lighting, these changes are making a real difference in the everyday lives of so many people in our city,’ said Cllr Linda Woodings, Executive Member for Regional Development, Growth and Transport at Nottingham City Council.
‘This is a strong example of how Government investment, delivered locally, leads to meaningful improvements to people’s lives – whether through more accessible walking and cycling routes or giving them more options to charge their electric cars,’ said Local Transport Minister Simon Lightwood. ‘Our £18 million in funding will have a tangible impact for the people of Nottingham and will lead to smoother, safer and greener journeys for all, as we deliver growth to the region and beyond through our Plan for Change.’
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