Town’s key road to M5 may finally get £5m upgrade

The road, which was built in the 1970s, has previously been described to make a "rattle"[1] as cars drive over.

Somerset Council officers want to ensure the upgrade does not clash with other major improvements to the M5 being carried out by National Highways, the Local Democracy Reporting Service[2] said.

Speaking in a council meeting on December 18, councillor Richard Wilkins said the road has "reached the end of its design life" and needs to be replaced.

Wilkins, portfolio holder for transport on the council, added discussions are under way to plan the works with a contractor.

A council spokesman said: "This is still a work in progress and we will publish more details when we have a confirmed programme."

References

1. ^ described to make a "rattle" (www.bbc.com)
2. ^ Local Democracy Reporting Service (www.bbc.com)