Highways England is investing £1.5 million to increase safety for cyclists and pedestrians alongside the A585 road in Fleetwood.

The improvements involve building a new shared use path alongside a mile-long section of the southbound carriageway at Amounderness Way, between the Eros Roundabout at the Nautical College and Denham Way Roundabout.

In addition, a similar path will be developed on the south side of Denham Way between Copse Road and the A585. Two new cycle/pedestrian crossings will also be built, one south of Denham Way Roundabout and the other to the north of Eros Roundabout..

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With work beginning today, 04 January, the project is expected to be complete by March.

The scheme is part of a £100 million dedicated fund for cycle enhancements along the national strategic road network and the Government's £15 billion road investment strategy.

Highways England project manager Philip Tyrrell said: "We are delivering a £15 billion investment in our roads – the largest in a generation – to provide safer, quicker and better journeys.

"This is a significant investment in facilities for cyclists and pedestrians along this busy section of the A585 and will provide a safer and more pleasant environment for both sets of customers."

(LM)