Improvement works to Leeds city centre are nearing completion following the start of pavement resurfacing on Park Row and Infirmary Street.
Park Row will be converted into a one-way street for most of its length, a move Leeds City Council said will make it easier for buses to navigate and reduce congestion.
The works will also widen pavements and create a protected cycleway between the city station, Headrow and Cockridge Street, with more greenery planted and the road modernised.
Furthermore, the Infirmary Street works will create a two-way operation designed for bus and bicycle priority access, with provision for local access. Bus stops will also be upgraded and bus-only restrictions implemented to improve journey times and air quality.
Councillor Lisa Mulherin, Leeds City Council’s executive member for climate change, transport and sustainable development, said: “I am thrilled to see this essential project in its final stages.
“The scheme undoubtedly offers major benefits that will improve the experience for those visiting the city centre whether on foot, bike or bus.
“Easing congestion, improving cycleways, widening pavements and offering a safer, greener and more attractive space for visitors will all help us with our ambition to be carbon neutral by 2030.”
The works from part of the council’s Connecting Leeds programme, which aims to make public transport, cycling and walking more attracting by improving bus services and air quality.
Leeds City Council said it expects the improvements to be fully completed by January 2021.
