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Road closures as safety measures added near Leicester schools

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A pedestrian crossing is pictured on Gleneagles Avenue. The traffic lights are on green.

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Road closures and safety upgrades planned near Leicester schools

Overview

Leicester City Council is introducing road closures and traffic restrictions on Gleneagles Avenue near Herrick Primary School and English Martyrs' Catholic School as part of a £180,000 road safety scheme. The project involves raising pedestrian crossings, resurfacing, and maintenance, scheduled to be completed by 2 November.

Key points

  • A £180,000 road safety scheme is starting on Gleneagles Avenue in Leicester from 17 October.
  • Measures include raising two pedestrian crossings, road resurfacing, and maintenance to improve safety for schoolchildren.
  • Work will be carried out in two phases during the school half-term break, with completion expected by 2 November.
  • The project is part of a government-funded package that also extends a 20mph zone to 27 additional roads in the surrounding residential area.
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