Why was this scheme chosen?
The A52 Brian Clough Way is a major road linking Derby and Nottingham. Over 18 million vehicles per
year use this road. It is part of a wider west/east strategic route linking the A50, A38 and M1. The A52
between Raynesway and Pentagon roundabout is also used for local trips between residential areas
and the city centre and Pride Park. As a result the section of the A52 between Spondon and Pentagon
roundabout is heavily congested during morning and afternoon peak hours.
The A52 congestion management scheme was originally one of 31 proposed major transport schemes
considered by Derby City Council. The scheme was taken to the next stage as it would help to reduce
collisions, improve traffic flow along a major route into the city centre and improve access to a
significant area of employment.
The scheme will provide economic benefits and this was one of the reasons it was selected for funding
by the D2N2 LEP (Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Local Enterprise Partnership).
How did the scheme get to this stage?
An Option Assessment Report was prepared on behalf of the Council, looking at a range of options. We
ruled out significant changes due to the amount of funding available and potential environmental
impacts. A report, along with a summary of the feasibility study, was considered by Council Cabinet in
February 2014. Cabinet approved the preferred option which includes modification and improvements
based on existing levels.
Consultation took place with major stakeholders and the scheme was modified. Changes included
further safety benefits, more pedestrian and cycle improvements and allowed for further development
on Wyvern. The modified scheme was approved by Cabinet in June 2015. Two plans were presented,
Appendix 3 shows the modified full scheme, including provision for development traffic generated by
the Derwent Triangle development. Appendix 4 shows the modified scheme for the A52 scheme only.
How will the scheme be paid for?
The Department for Transport allocates funding for major transport schemes to the LEPs. This scheme
has been prioritised for funding from the D2N2 LEP. In addition to the LEP funding, we also have to
provide a local financial contribution and it is anticipated this will come from new developments in the
area.
How does the scheme fit in with proposed development in the area?
On the plans for the scheme, we are also showing a wider scheme that includes improvements on
Wyvern Way. These improvements are required to bring forward the development of the Derwent
Triangle site. This is subject to a separate planning application. The developers of the Derwent Triangle
site would be required to contribute towards the highway improvements. It is likely that further
development will not be possible without improvements to the Wyvern junctions because of existing
congestion.