Sherwood Forest MP Michelle Welsh (Lab) has welcomed a significant step forward in the long-awaited A614 improvement scheme.
She said Nottinghamshire County Council finally confirmed their backing – allowing the Department for Transport to move forward with the approval process.
The MP, who said she has made the scheme a priority since being elected, praised the Government for keeping the funding available and supporting the project at every stage.
Welsh said progress had been delayed while waiting for Nottinghamshire County Council to provide the assurances needed to unlock the next phase.
Commenting on the development, Michelle Welsh MP said: “I’m absolutely thrilled to announce that the A164 improvement scheme will finally move forward into the Department of Transport’s approval process, following Nottinghamshire County Council’s confirmation of their backing.
“I’ve been championing this project from day one as an MP and have worked closely with Ministers, the East Midlands Mayor, local Councillors and the Leader of Newark and Sherwood District Council, to ensure the funding remained on the table – but we’ve had to wait far too long for the County Council to step up and do their part.
“These upgrades are critical for reducing congestion, improving road safety, and supporting new jobs and homes across our area. We’re finally seeing the momentum we need, and I’ll keep pushing until the work is delivered.”
The MP said the focus now must remain on getting shovels in the ground without further delay:
“Residents have waited long enough. Now that we’ve finally got everyone pulling in the same direction, I’ll make sure this stays at the top of the Government’s agenda until it’s delivered.”
The project, which has been in the works since 2019, would also improve two other junctions and support new housing developments in all the affected areas. Work to Ollerton Roundabout would see new lanes created on the busiest approaches, as well as new pedestrian crossings and a speed limit reduction.
The White Post roundabout at Farnsfield would get significant resurfacing and lining, whilst the Lowdham Roundabout would also be expanded. The project would also fund significant junction improvements, including new lanes at the junction of Bridgford Street and Kirk Hill in East Bridgford.
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