These works are designed to improve bus reliability, make bus stops more accessible for passengers and help reduce congestion at known traffic bottlenecks along the route.
When will the works take place?
Works started on Tuesday 25 August.
To carry out the works safely, temporary traffic lights will be in operation during parts of the programme and some on-street parking will need to be suspended temporarily in specific locations while construction is taking place. Access for residents, businesses and pedestrians will be maintained throughout the works wherever possible, and all traffic movements will continue to be accommodated.
Why are these improvements needed?
The improvements are being introduced in response to issues affecting bus services along the route, particularly around the SN15 bus stop on Colwick Road (outside the Food Junction), where illegally parked vehicles regularly obstruct access to the stop. This can prevent buses from pulling up alongside the kerb, making it more difficult for passengers, particularly wheelchair users, people with pushchairs and those with mobility impairments, to board and alight safely.
The scheme will also address sections of deteriorated carriageway and improve the operation of key junctions where congestion can affect bus reliability and general traffic flow.
What improvements are being made?
New bus stop platform at the SN15 stop on Colwick Road
The footway outside the Food Junction will be widened to create a dedicated bus stop platform, allowing buses to stop directly alongside the kerb and improving accessibility and passenger safety.
Road surface improvements
Areas of carriageway affected by rutting and potholes, including a substantial section between Ladysmith Street and Kimberley Street, will be repaired to improve safety, ride quality and long-term durability.
Bus stop clearways
Bus stop clearway markings will be introduced at bus stops along the route to help keep them free from obstruction and ensure buses can access stops safely and efficiently.
Junction resurfacing and traffic management improvements
The junction of Sneinton Boulevard, Meadow Lane, Sneinton Hermitage and Colwick Road will be resurfaced. New yellow box markings will also be installed to help prevent vehicles blocking the junction and causing congestion.
Removal of unnecessary guard railings
In line with current road safety recommendations, sections of guard railing will be removed where they are no longer required, helping to improve the appearance and usability of the street environment.
Renewal of road markings
Existing road markings between Manvers Street and Daleside Road will be refreshed, including junction protection markings at side roads.
Importantly, the bus stop clearways complement existing parking restrictions and will not result in any permanent loss of on-street parking provision.
Updates
14 October 2026:
The new bus stop arrangement at the Sneinton Boulevard and Colwick Road junction is now in place. The permanent traffic signals are now in operation again which will help improve traffic flow and public transport accessibility within the area. Some minor finishing works remain, including the relocation of a lighting column and a bus stop pole, which are scheduled to be completed over the coming weeks.
Colwick Road: The next phase of improvement works will begin on Monday 26 October between Ladysmith Street and Kimberley Street. The existing road surface will be removed and prepared for reconstruction under temporary two-way traffic signals during daytime working hours from Monday to Wednesday. To complete the works, the final road surface will be laid overnight on Thursday 29 October, requiring a full road closure between 6pm and 4am. To minimise disruption to residents and businesses, noisy activities will cease by 10pm. Local residents will receive advance notification and signed diversion routes will be in place for both traffic and bus services.
We appreciate that these works may cause some short-term inconvenience and would like to thank you again for your continued patience while these essential improvements are completed. Every effort will be made to minimise disruption and complete the remaining works as quickly as possible.
