Eric Wright Civil Engineering has successfully secured a £3.9 million contract with Salford City Council to redevelop Chapel Street and New Bailey. The council has stipulated the use of local suppliers where feasible.
The awarded contract aims to enhance public transport access at the junction of Chapel Street and New Bailey Street. This initiative marks the final phase of the New Bailey Gateway project. Additionally, improvements will be carried out on Chapel Street between New Bailey Street and Blackfriars Street under the Chapel Street East Phase 1 project.
Salford City Mayor Paul Dennett remarked, “It is fantastic news that this contract has been awarded so works can begin soon. The works are part of a long-term plan for the city centre which is designed to make it safer for pedestrians and cyclists with better road crossings and cycling provision. Public realm improvements will also support the wider regeneration of the area to make it a much more attractive area for people. The approval also means that the contractor will use local suppliers and subcontractors where possible. Staff will use volunteer hours to be spent at local school and college visits with extra support for getting young people aged 16 to 24 into work. There will be work placements as well as staff volunteering hours on community projects. The artists’ impressions of what the scheme will look like when finished are very impressive and I can’t wait to see works finished and open for everybody to use.”
The managing director of Eric Wright Civil Engineering, Diane Bourne, commented, “We’re working once again with Salford City Council to undertake these public transport and environment improvements for the city. Our team is highly experienced in road, rail and cycle infrastructures and these upgrades will significantly improve the connectivity around Salford Central and Chapel Street.”
This project employs a ‘complete streets’ approach, aiming to redistribute the space in favour of pedestrians and cyclists while still accommodating buses, general traffic, and loading areas. This holistic method is expected to improve the overall connectivity and accessibility of the area.
The Chapel Street and New Bailey redevelopment project represents a significant step towards modernising urban infrastructure and enhancing public transport accessibility in Salford. By prioritising local suppliers and implementing comprehensive street design, the initiative is poised to make a lasting impact on the community.