Campaigners pressing for the reversal of controversial changes to Clevedon seafront have welcomed news the scheme is to be reviewed. North Somerset Council announced earlier this week it is to launch an independent review of the changes to The Beach and Hill Road following continuing concerns from businesses and residents.
The newly elected council pledged to review the scheme - which has cost £700,000 - after the elections in May and has already ‘arranged a number of pieces of work as part of the process. ’ Active Travel England visited Clevedon last month to inspect the scheme and ensure its compliance for the Government funding it received.
External contractor engineers have also been commissioned to conduct the scheme’s post-implementation safety audit. The audit is part of the normal statutory and council process for any significant investment scheme and will take place early this month.
