Brighton and Hove City Council has announced that it will begin construction of the next phase of the A259 active travel scheme between Hove and Portslade in the autumn. The scheme covers the stretch between Fourth Avenue and the city’s western boundary, says The Argus.

Councillor Trevor Muten, cabinet member for transport and city infrastructure, said:

“This is a very exciting scheme which will make a huge difference to our seafront and how people travel along it.

“As we did after the public consultation last summer, we’ve listened carefully to the feedback and comments and made changes to ensure the scheme works for everyone.

“I know several residents were keen to keep the Tandridge Road bus stop where it is, and I’m pleased we’ve been able to do just that.

“The A259 Hove to Portslade Active Travel scheme is going to improve roads, pavements, accessibility, crossings, cycle lanes and public spaces in a busy and vibrant part of the city and I’m really looking forward to seeing work begin later this year.”

The public consultation, held last summer, received strong support, with additional statutory consultation on the Traffic Regulation Order taking place over 21 days earlier this year.

(Picture: Brighton & Hove City Council)