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Experimental road closure for Littledown Road at its junction Stoke Road

In 2019, the Cabinet approved the implementation of Stoke Road Corridor Highway improvement works to provide an enhanced highway transport infrastructure to support the planned regeneration projects to take place in the area.

The scheme introduced reduction in vehicle speeds, high quality resurfacing and the installation of traffic signals to improve road safety for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians at the junction of Wellington Street and Wexham Road and the junction of Stoke Road, Elliman Avenue its junction with Shaggy Calf Lane, its junction with Stanley Cottages and its junction with Mill Street.

Littledown Road is a side road connecting Grays Road and Stoke Road. Drivers using this road to exit onto Stoke Road must cross a pedestrian footway, creating a significant safety hazard for pedestrians and cyclists. Additionally, due to the absence of traffic signals on Littledown Road and its junction with Stoke Road, when drivers at Littledown Road attempt to turn right or left, it leads to further conflicts with pedestrians and cyclists crossing Stoke Road. This issue is particularly problematic when drivers turn right, as the limited sight distance at the crossing location prevents them from stopping in time to allow pedestrians to cross safely.As part of Stoke Road corridor and junction improvements, it is recommended to close Littledown Road at its junction Stoke Road under an experimental scheme. This measure will enhance pedestrian safety and reduce dangerous conflicts between pedestrians and drivers.

The closure of Littledown road at its junction Stoke Road is expected to improve road safety for the community and road users. Access into Littledown Road will remain available via Grays Road and Stoke Gardens.

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Notice of proposed decision first published: 30/01/2025

Decision due: 29 Jan 2025 by Executive Director - Regeneration, Housing and Environment

Contact: Nicholas Pontone, Principal Democratic Services Officer Email: nicholas.pontone@slough.gov.uk Tel: 01753 875120.

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