Major fears have been expressed about a 'death trap' junction for cyclists as part of the newly opened Lime Street area.
Liverpool Council has finally reopened most of the Lime Street and St George's area after a heavily delayed, multi-million pound revamp. The scheme has seen a major new cycle route created that runs through the historic gateway.
While some parts of the scheme have been praised, one area has been pulled out for concern after a video was posted by a cyclist this week. The video was posted by the Liverpool Wanderer twitter account.
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The first person video shows the keen cyclist making their way Renshaw Street toward Lime Street, travelling past the Adelphi Hotel. The bike can be seen trying to cross the busy junction, where white lines have been painted on the road to cover where the cycle route is intended to be.
But as the video shows, the painted route does not offer much in terms of protection for cyclists from nearby traffic. A large blue wagon can be seen veering into the cycle path just ahead of the filming cyclist as it swings to the left before turning right up Copperas Hill.
Posting the video, the Liverpool Wanderer - who has praised other elements of the scheme - said: "Magic Paint on Lime Street will keep you safe."
Other cyclists reposted the video and expressed their shock and concern about the safety issues at the junction. Several described it as a 'death trap.'
Ben Furfie said: "That is how cyclists get pulled under trucks. This needs fixing immediately, before someone dies or is seriously injured." James Maloney added: "This is why just splashing down a bit of white paint doesn't help keep vulnerable road users safe."
Cyclist Paul added: "Before the council start trumpeting the new cycle lane! This is the reality! This junction is going to get people killed or seriously injured!"
Responding to the concerns raised, a spokesperson for Liverpool City Council said: "“The new layout of Lime Street is subject to a six month trial traffic order. We will take feedback from road users during this period and review the situation when it ends to see if any changes need to be made.”
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