The construction start date for Southport Eastern Access Scheme Phase 1 is currently being finalised.
Planned Construction
Construction is planned to start 3rd March 2025 and be completed December 2025.
How will this impact me?
During construction there will be several different footway and road closures at various times as the works progress. Unfortunately, there may be some delay to journey times as a result. Further details of these closures will be posted on this page as works progress, however a brief summary of the roads impacted are outlined below:
Upcoming
| Norwood Avenue and Sussex Road junction |
| Dates: March to mid June 2025 |
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| Norwood Road/Avenue, Tithebarn Road and Bispham Road junction |
| Dates: Late June to December 2025 |
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The Council recognise that a scheme of this nature and size may cause disruption for some and would like to take this opportunity to apologise for any inconvenience these works may cause you and will endeavour to complete these works as soon as practical.
Please check back once the work has started for more detailed information about lane closures.
Impact on bus services
Please note there will be some disruption to bus services. Merseytravel customers can find out further information regarding travel updates/roadworks diversions on the Merseytravel website with the following link:
Travel Updates in the Liverpool City Region | Merseytravel
Progress Pictures
January 2025
Pictures below of Southport Eastern Access site compound preparing to start on site.
