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Proposal for new Toucan Crossing on busy Netherfield road

The council said the proposed Toucan Crossing 'would improve pedestrian and cyclist accessibility when crossing over Victoria Road'

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Members of the public are now eligible to have their say regarding a proposal for a new toucan crossing on a busy Netherfield road.

Nottinghamshire County Council are proposing to install a new toucan crossing on Victoria Road between the three junctions of Colwick Loop Road, Nether Pasture and Great Northern Way.

The proposals will incorporate ‘a controlled area’, indicated by zig-zag markings along the carriageway where parking, stopping and loading will be prohibited.

In a document outling the plans, NCC said: “Via East Midlands Ltd is working on behalf of Nottinghamshire County Council to deliver highway services in Nottinghamshire.

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“Nottinghamshire County Council have received requests to install a Toucan Crossing on Victoria Road, Netherfield in between the three junctions of Colwick Loop Road, Nether Pasture and Great Northern Way. The proposed Toucan Crossing would improve pedestrian and cyclist accessibility when crossing over Victoria Road.

“It is therefore proposed to install a Toucan Crossing, which will have a controlled area, indicated by zig-zag markings, along the carriageway where parking and loading will be prohibited.”

Any objections should clearly state the reasons for the objections and should reach us in writing at tmconsultation@viaem.co.uk (quoting ref: Victoria Road, Netherfield) and must be received by the February 4, 2025.

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