Walton residents breathed a sigh of relief earlier this year as County Road’s drawn-out roadworks finally came to an end, but many felt that issues still needed addressing.
In April, a major resurfacing project of the thoroughfare was completed after months of delays following the collapse of the original contractor. The scheme first hit trouble in the summer of 2021 when VIAM, formerly trading as Kings, fell into administration.
Large sections of the road were torn up and left incomplete at the time of the collapse. Many drivers noted the damage that was caused to cars, with pedestrians also fearing for their safety.
