Travel update in Nottingham 28 January - 4 February
 Walking and cycling
Changes to the Highway Code
Changes to the Highway Code will take effect from tomorrow, Saturday 29 January, to make roads safer for the most vulnerable users. These include a new road user hierarchy, and alterations to pedestrian and road user priority at crossings:
- priority for pedestrians waiting to cross at junctions
- priority for cyclists and horses travelling straight ahead at junctions
- confirmation that cyclists should take safer primary position.
The official updates can be found here.
Ridewise webinars
Sustainable travel charity Ridewise is running a series of webinars aimed at helping people get cycling and improving safety on the roads.
- Tuesday 15 February 6-7pm: Bike maintenance workshop
- Wednesday 16 February 12-1pm: Cyclist awareness course for drivers - understand why people take certain road positions while cycling and how we can safely share the roads.
Book online at https://ridewise.reservio.com/
 Public transport
Staying safe
Government guidance on face coverings changed on Thursday 27 January, however we advise that you continue to wear face coverings (unless exempt) on public transport and in other indoor spaces. If you need to travel, follow the safer travel guidance.
Rail services 🚆
EMR: Due to increased staff absence and reduced customer demand, some small timetable reductions are in place. Online journey planners will be updated on a weekly basis. Check EMR's webpage here.
CrossCountry: Due to train crew availability, there will be disruption to services until further notice. Check CrossCountry's website for the latest information.
Please check with your local operator before travelling for the latest information.
All operators in the city continue to clean vehicles thoroughly on a regular basis, and windows on buses will be kept open for ventilation.
- Use contactless payment methods where possible
- Keep wearing a face covering
- Carry hand sanitizer with you to use regularly
- Plan ahead - avoid peak hours and routes
Bulwell Bus Station 🚌
Consultation on proposed improvements to Bulwell Bus Station will close on Monday 31 January 2022. Find out more and have your say.
Roadworks
Saturday 22 January - Saturday 29 January: London Road at junction of Queens Road
Lane closure southbound and footway closure with diversion for detailed bridge examination
Monday 24 January - Tuesday 8 February: Bells Lane between Dulverton Vale and Nottingham Road
Multi-way lights for City Fibre works
Thursday 27 January - Monday 31 January: Outside 5 & 6 High View Court, Woodborough Road
Two-way traffic lights for Severn Trent Water works
Saturday 29 January - Sunday 30 January: Outside 161 Woodborough Road
Two-way traffic lights for Severn Trent Water works
Saturday 29 January - Thursday 31 March: Derby Road between Sandfield Road and Harlaxton Drive
Lane closure for safety improvement works
Sunday 30 January 8am-4.30pm: Opposite Junction to Houseman Gardens on Robin Hood Way
Three-way traffic lights for replacement of manhole cover
Monday 31 January - Wednesday 2 February: Bagnall Road
Two-way traffic lights for fibre installation works
Monday 31 January - Friday 4 February: PDSA Nottingham, Radford Road
Two-way traffic lights for utility works
Ongoing roadworks
Friday 23 July - Friday 22 July 2022: High Cross Street (city centre)
Road closure between Heathcoat Street and Western Street due to demolition works.
Monday 20 September - Spring 2022: Hucknall Road
Suspended bus lane for construction of new cycle route. No stopping between Tring Vale and Heathfield Road. For more information visit our webpage.
Severn Trent Water replacement scheme
Severn Trent will be undertaking a scheme to replace water mains on various roads in the Forest Fields area from July 2021. This will include rolling road closures and parking suspensions in 100m sections to excavate and install new water mains in the highway.
12 January 2022 - 23 February 2022: Berridge Road Central
Road closure at the junction of Radford Road to the junction of Harcourt Road.
12 January 2022 - 23 February 2022: Berridge Road East
Road closure at the junction of Exeter Road to the junction of Harcourt Road.
24 January 2022 - 11 March 2022: Gregory Boulevard
Road closure at the junction of Premiere Road to the junction of Radford Road.
24 February 2022 - 2 March: Tissington Road
Road closure at the junction of Stanley Road to the junction of Harcourt Road.
14 March 2022 - 23 March 2022: Noel Street
Road closure at the junction of Gregory Boulevard to the junction of Bentinck Road and Mount Hooton Road.
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