The scheme is to improve traffic flow when the new Sainsburys is completed.

This junction is very close to the A449 Penn Road, a dual carriageway close to the Wolverhampton Ring Road.

Suggested road layout courtesy and (c) Alisdair Massie

WCC said that it is widely acknowledged it would be better to keep the right turn movements for cyclists, and this is why we have proposed the arrangement.

The design objective is enable cyclists to continue to turn right into Retreat Street from Lea Road (following turning off Penn Road), whilst restricted larger vehicles for this manoeuvre.

Cars would also be unable to turn right from Retreat Street into Lea Road. The central area within the box can be entered from 4 directions with a standard kerb height creating the central box.

Although at first the consensus was that the design was a bit untried, it would be interesting to see how effective this works in practice in assisting cycle movements in the area.

WCC recognised our initial concerns, and have advised that they can revisit the location at a future date if adjustment appears necessary.

Although it is encouraging to see WCC providing cycling facilities, in close proximity, the Penn Island on the main Wolverhampton ringroad is causing considerable difficulties for cyclists.

Should you have any feedback on the design, good or bad, please don't hesitate to contact us!