News from Peterborough City Council

 

A £1.3 million footbridge over the A1139 Fletton Parkway linking the Orton Malborne and Hampton areas of Peterborough is now open providing a vital link for residents.

 

The scheme has been funded by O&H Hampton Ltd and its construction coordinated by Peterborough City Council and by O&H's technical manager Malcolm Johnson. The bridge has been built while the dual carriageway parkway has been widened from two lanes to three lanes between junctions two and three, also benefiting motorists.

 

Roger Tallowin, general manager of O&H Hampton Limited, said: "O&H see the completion of this footbridge as another link in the connectivity of the city allowing pedestrians and cyclists safe passage from retail amenities to links with Peterborough's many green parklands."

 

The footbridge, which received planning approval in February 2005, is accessible to pedestrians, cyclists and those with mobility impairments and incorporates CCTV security measures. Residents have already been enjoying the new link while the final finishing touches are due to be completed in the next few weeks.

 

David Farquhar, head of transport and engineering at the city council, said:  "This footbridge provides a vital link between the Hampton and Orton areas. I am delighted to see it now open and being enjoyed by so many residents."

 

Councillor Wayne Fitzgerald, cabinet member for environment at the city council, added: "The new footbridge is a great example of partnership working and will encourage people to adopt more sustainable travel options and offer safer journeys."