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The second phase of a major Derby roadworks project is due to begin, with the council sharing a diversion route ahead of the nine-week project. Duffield Road outbound and Kedleston Road inbound will be closed from Sunday (October 5) as the second phase of the Five Lamps improvement scheme gets under way.
The first phase of the works began in early September with temporary traffic lights installed, affecting motorists along Garden Street, Kedleston Road and Duffield Road. During the second phase, motorists in the area will need to follow a one-way diversion route along Kedleston Road (outbound), Broadway and Duffield Road.
Some bus stops will be closed on both Duffield and Kedleston Roads, with any changes to services listed on the trentbarton website. The Five Lamps scheme is expected to lead to "improved traffic signals" and the refurbishment of historic railings.
Duffield Road will be resurfaced as part of the capital infrastructure programme between Five Lamps and St Alkmunds Way.
These upgrades will also aim to improve bus efficiency and traffic flow through "smart signal technology", which reduces energy cost and carbon emissions. This is achieved through lower energy consumption and reduced maintenance, leading to a smaller carbon footprint.
Much of the first phase of the project has taken place underground, with cables for the previous signals being removed. Above ground, footpaths on Duffield Road and Kedleston Road were resurfaced, and the copings replaced on the nearby walls.
Councillor Carmel Swan, cabinet member for climate change, transport and sustainability, said: "It's great to see this scheme moving to the next phase. While people may not see too much change on the surface from phase 1, I can assure you that a lot has taken place over these first weeks to get the area ready for its new signals.
"We know these works have caused some disruption for the community, but this is only temporary and once they're complete all users should see improved efficiency and traffic flow. I'm excited to see works progress over the coming weeks as we deliver this scheme that will both improve bus users travel times and contribute to lower carbon emissions in our city."
The works are funded by the Bus Service Improvement Plan funding, with additional support from the East Midlands Combined County Authority to deliver the heritage railing improvements.