Temporary traffic signals move to the southern side of the Broughton crossroads from today (Monday 25 March) for three months.

Broughton roadworks are taking place over the coming months following the completion of the bypass at James Towers Way.

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The northern side of the crossroads has now seen widened pavements with new natural stone paving and crossings for pedestrians.

More than 30 trees have been planted in the village and a new cycle track is being created along Garstang Road – the old A6 – as part of the Guild Wheel cycle route.

Principal roads design engineer for Lancashire County Council Rina Housbey said: “Our aim with this work is to improve the village itself, with cycle lanes and wider pavements, as well as helping to reduce the number of unnecessary journeys through Broughton.

“Our improvement work will also add road features to reduce the speed of vehicles and discourage people from rat-running.

“We’d like to thank local people for their patience so far, while this work takes place.”

A small section of Garstang Road is being closed in both directions to the south side of the crossroads during the work.

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The diversion route is via Whittingham Lane and James Towers Way.

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