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A36 footbridge in Salisbury saved from removal following community campaign
Overview
National Highways has reversed its decision to remove the 58-year-old Wyndham Road pedestrian bridge over the A36 in Salisbury, Wiltshire, following local backlash and a campaign by residents. Instead of demolition, National Highways will upgrade both the Wyndham Road and Victoria Road footbridges to improve accessibility and protect them from tall vehicles.
Key points
- National Highways originally planned to remove the 58-year-old Wyndham Road pedestrian bridge as part of A36 improvement works.
- The decision was reversed after listening to feedback from local residents, commuters, and schoolchildren who rely on the bridge.
- Around 200 people previously gathered at Salisbury's Guildhall in November to campaign for the bridge to remain.
- Local councillor Sharon Rideout praised National Highways for listening to the community's needs.
- National Highways plans to upgrade both the Wyndham Road and Victoria Road footbridges to make them more accessible and less vulnerable to tall vehicles.