Safety improvements for Fox Way

Work will begin later this month to improve the safety of a busy road in Portslade.

The improvements to Fox Way between Thornhill Rise and Bush Farm Drive will include new crossings for pedestrians, resurfacing and new road markings.

It follows concerns from residents about speeding and recent collisions. As a result, these improvements were added to our Safer, Better Streets programme.

The work, which is scheduled to begin on Monday 21 July, is due to be completed in around 4 weeks.

The work taking place

Improved pedestrian crossing points New pedestrian islands will be installed for safer and more convenient crossing points for pedestrians.

New road markings Central hatching will be added to narrow the lanes and encourage drivers to slow down.

Resurfacing  Sections of the road will be resurfaced to enhance both the safety and comfort for all road users.

Temporary traffic lights will be in place during the work.

Picture: Fox Way in Portslade (Google Streetview)

Improving safety

Councillor Trevor Muten, Cabinet member for Transport and City Infrastructure, said: “I’m very pleased this work is getting underway. Making our roads, pavements, crossings and junctions better and safer for all is a priority for us.

“Residents have been worried about safety here for quite some time – and recent collisions means it’s important we act. We’ve listened to those concerns and found the money needed to make these changes quickly.

“The improvements will create safer places for pedestrians to cross and encourage drivers to slow down and take care on this busy road. I’d like to thank residents for their patience while we carry out this important work.”