New crossing and lights for busy Newbury junction

Traffic signals and pedestrian crossings to be installed at Hambridge Road and Boundary Road junction

A TRAFFIC junction for drivers and pedestrians in the middle of Newbury could soon have traffic lights and crossings installed.

The Hambridge Road and Boundary Road junction is to get the improvements following a period of consultation carried out by West Berkshire Council.

As there are currently no safeguards for pedestrians to cross near the busy junction, the council is proposing a facility for pedestrians to cross Hambridge Road east side and Boundary road north side, as seen from above.

The council believes the introduction of traffic signals will also regulate traffic flows at busy times and make it easier for vehicles on Boundary Road to enter Hambridge Road at busy times.

The traffic signals will be designed in such a way as to accommodate any changes to the local road network that any potential future developments in the area might bring about, such as the introduction of residential housing in place of the Sterling Estate industrial site which borders the roads.

For more information on the scheme or to register comments before the end of consultation date February 17 contact Neil Stacy or Chris Campos on (01635) 42400 or email nstacey@westberks.gov.uk or ccampos@westberks.gov.uk.