Work to start on improvements for Kingswood-area roundabouts

Two schemes are expected to be complete by the end of the year Delivery of two roundabout improvement schemes in Hull’s Kingswood area are to begin from next week. Following the completion of several new housing developments in the area over the past few years, increasing the capacity of the highway network to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion has become necessary, particularly at the roundabouts at Ennerdale Leisure Centre and Wawne Road/Bude Road. In addition to improving journeys for motorists and members of the travelling public, the schemes by Hull City Council and its contractor, CR Reynolds Ltd, aim to improve cycle and pedestrian facilities to support people to walk and ride more. Cllr Mark Ieronimo, cabinet portfolio holder for transport and infrastructure, said: “Improving these two roundabouts represents a major investment in our city’s future and will deliver real benefits for our residents and businesses in the Kingswood area. “Not only will the works help to tackle congestion and ensure our roads can cope with further growth, but they will also make the routes safer and more accessible thanks to the inclusion of enhanced pedestrian and cycling facilities, including new signalised crossing points, to make the routes safer. This strengthens our commitment to supporting sustainable transport and active and healthier travel choices. “We’d like to thank everyone in advance for their patience and understanding while these important works are carried out. As a council, we will be working closely with our contractor to minimise disruption wherever possible by taking a phased approach and working on both sites simultaneously to shorten the overall length of construction.” The start of the main schemes follows initial work to remove and replant a number of trees on council-owned land located near to the roundabouts. This wa…
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