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A4148 Pleck Road/Bescot Road Red Route


A4148 Red Route Phase 3

October 2009 - scheme update

Walsall Council would like to take this opportunity to thank you for sharing your views and thoughts over the proposed Red Route along phase 3 of the Pleck Road/Bescot Road. Where possible we have made amendments based on your comments and the following revisions have been made:

Amended item number PDF page reference Description
1ThroughoutWhere feasible pedestrians crossing facilities will be introduced. Some crossing facilities will be improved as part of a project to improve access to employment sites in Darlaston.
2Page 1 of 3Bescot Road – No Stopping at any time restrictions to be extended to protect the major junction.
3Page 1 of 3Holford Avenue: Proposed restrictions extended to tie into a standard of no stopping within 15 meters of a junction.
4Page 1 of 3A right turn filter lane is to be introduced at Slaney Road to improve the reliability of journey times. Red Route restrictions installed to protect this filter lane.
5Page 2 of 3A right turn filter lane is to be introduced at Slaters Lane to improve the reliability of journey times. Red Route restrictions installed to protect this filter lane.
6Page 2 of 3Prince Street: Proposed restrictions extended to tie into a standard of no stopping within 15 meters of a junction.
7Page 3 of 3No changes to be made since consultation. Parking to be retained.

Drawings

View the revised proposals below:

Consultation report

June 2009

Introduction

Walsall Council is proposing to implement Red Routes within the borough as part of the West Midlands Local Transport Plan along the A4148.

The proposals for the Red Routes network in Walsall are being developed and discussions with local people will form the basis of the consultation process. The purpose of public consultation is to obtain your views on the proposals so that we can finalise our plans ready to carry out the work.

What is a Red Route?

A Red Routes is a way of making our most important roads work better for everyone – the people that travel on them, the businesses along the route and the residents who live near by.


Red Routes are more flexible than pure ‘No Stopping’ restrictions and much of the existing parking is to be retained.  

What is the aim of the scheme?

The A4148 is an important section of the strategic road network in Walsall which is heavily used by a variety of road users.

The aim of the scheme is to control the movement along the route using Red Route enforcement which will enable the traffic to move more freely and decrease journey times.

What are the proposals?

  • Review vehicle journey times along the route and look at ways of reducing them.
  • Review the current parking restrictions and replace the existing ‘yellow line’ restrictions with new Red Route lines, signs and enforcement.
  • Provide better enforcement to eliminate illegal stopping and parking.
  • Review the type, frequency and severity of traffic accidents along this route and identify improvements where required.
  • Review all current pedestrian facilities.

Why are they needed?

Congestion costs the West Midlands’ economy £2.2 billion per year.  Red Routes are a method of ensuring that the most effective use is made of the road space allowing for improved travel for both people and goods.

Inconsiderate and illegal parking stops traffic flowing smoothly and prevents us from going about our daily lives. Junctions have also become congested and are not working efficiently.  

Which roads will be affected?

The Red Route scheme will follow the whole of the Broadway that encompasses Walsall town centre. Phase three commences from Brineton Street and continues to junction 9 of the M6.

Phase 3 Route Map (JPG 1.95MB)

Key dates

The dates and venues for public consultation are:

  • Wednesday, 1 July 2009 - 12pm to 8pm
    St John’s Church, Scarborough Road, Pleck, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 9HB.
  • Thursday, 2 July 2009 - 10am to 5pm
    Pleck Library, Darlaston Road, Pleck, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 9RE.
  • Saturday, 4 July 2009 - 10am to 4pm
    Pleck Library, Darlaston Road, Pleck, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 9RE.

Drawings

Documents

We would welcome your comments on the proposals and any further suggestions for improvements of the A4148 Pleck Road/Bescot Road. These events will help us to understand the needs of the local area and identify what is most important to the people who use the route regularly.

There is no need to confirm your attendance, please just turn up at your convenience. Should you have any further questions relating to this scheme please contact Richard Banner on 01922 652550 or email bannerr@walsall.gov.uk

The consultation period will end on Friday, 7 August 2009.

Questionnaire

Thank you for taking the time to complete the questionnaire, this has now closed.  Should you require any assistance with the scheme please feel free to contact Richard Banner on 01922 652550 or email bannerr@walsall.gov.uk

This page was last updated on 25 August 2010