Safety issues raised about roundabout as councillor labelled it 'Kamikaze Island'
A busy roundabout and transport junction branded 'Kamikaze Island' is set to be transformed after new plans were approved for the Southport Eastern Access Improvements Scheme . Safety issues at the roundabout also prompted calls for a 20mph speed limit to be imposed on the roads leading into Kew roundabout.
proposals. Councillors were presented with a report from Lead Officer, Andrew Dunsmore recommending the be approved ahead of phase one works planned for January 2025. aims to improve the road and pedestrian network between the town centre and the Southport Road border - including Kew Roundabout, Southport Road, Foul Lane, Scarisbrick New Road and Norwood Road. According to Sefton Council, the main benefits of the
would tackle congestion on key routes, ease instances of 'rat running' and improve walking and cycling links to the town centre. Furthermore, the local authority believes an improved street scene and transport network will be vital to the town's growth plans and a boost to its visitor economy.
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