Safety comes first at Toll Bar roundabout, says the leader of North East Lincolnshire Council.
Councillor Philip Jackson, speaking at last night’s full meeting of NELC, reiterated how the Tory-governed administration is continuing to listen to residents.
“Toll Bar roundabout was a major election issue across the borough and one we are frequently asked about,” he said.
“We have listened to the community and put safety first. The full Cabinet was there to agree the implementation of a toucan crossing on the northern arm of the roundabout, in contrast to only three Labour cabinet members present when the decision to rip up the roundabout was made.
“The northern arm is the one most used by students and the crossing will afford them safety and priority and will be implemented as a matter of urgency.
“During the three years of procrastination by the previous Labour administration, no effort was made to address the identified pedestrian safety issues.
“This measure also permits the retention of the roundabout until further consideration of the strategic aspects of growth and relief of congestion, which are important for the borough, can be made.
“We will return to Cabinet with further proposals soon.”
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