Anger after traffic cones moved at Greengates junction – Bradford Telegraph and Argus

PEOPLE who moved traffic cones and signs at Greengates junction, which resulted in a member of the public being injured, have been condemned by the construction team.

The actions, along with drivers making illegal manoeuvres, were a cause for concern in the latest update on the multi-million pound improvement works at the junction of Harrogate Road and New Line.

Howard Civil Engineering said construction has continued in 2021 as normal despite the national lockdown, as the work is exempt from the 'stay at home' regulations.

But the firm raised concerns about the behaviour of some people at the roadworks.

It said: "We are aware a small number of road users are making dangerousmanoeuvres around the traffic management measures which jeopardise the safety of others.

"Should you witness any dangerous or illegalmanoeuvres, please report these directly to West Yorkshire Police.

"We have also been receiving reports of people interfering with the traffic management measures in place, including moving cones and taking down signs.

"A member of the public has recently suffered an injury as a consequence of this and we urge members of the community to please keep in mind that it is illegal to tamper with traffic management measures.

"Doing so puts our workforce and other members of the public at risk.

"Howard Civil Engineering and Bradford Council would like to thank those who are driving safely through the junction.

"Your continued patience and understanding as we undertake improvement works are greatly appreciated."

In the past fortnight, work rerouting water mains has continued, and a significant amount of work has been done on the retaining wall next to Farmfoods.

Workers have continued with work to create the new P-loop road but the recent bad weather has slowed progress. Work installing kerbs has also been delayed as materials are in short supply due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

In the next two weeks, work on water mains and P-loop will continue and landscaping work around Farmfoods will begin, and adaptations around New Line Retail Park will also be started.

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Anger after traffic cones moved at Greengates junction - Bradford Telegraph and Argus