The additional investment in Wirral Council’s annual highways structural maintenance programme this year has seen roads and footways improved across the borough.
In common with many areas in the west of the UK last weekend, Wirral experienced storm-force winds which caused disruption to a range of events, services and communities.
Closing on 9th December, the consultation process gives members of the public an opportunity to provide feedback on both the Fender Lane and New Chester Road schemes.
New paving and street furniture earmarked for installation in the new year on Grange Road is set to include a number of visual celebrations of notable Birkenhead ‘firsts’, including where the first ever Scout troop was formed
The proposals for Duke Street include the introduction of a new, signalised pedestrian crossing at the junction with Price Street and the installation of ‘wand orca’ bollards to segregate vehicles from cyclists
Although parts of the town centre are currently affected by active construction works and there are some delays to traffic flow, particularly at peak times – Birkenhead town centre remains very much open for business, shopping and leisure.
For many of us, Bonfire Night means watching fireworks, lighting sparklers and toasting marshmallows. For others it’s about keeping our pets calm or hoping the kids don’t wake up to a bang!
All staff engaged in the winter service plan will be taking part in their annual training programme this weekend to prepare for the valuable role they will play to try and keep Wirral moving during the coldest part of the year.
