Shropshire Star

Backing for 'necessary work' on paths at Newport canal

A councillor has has backed 'necessary work' being carried out on a canal footpath.

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Councillor Peter Scott was speaking after it was revealed improvement work is to be carried out on Newport Canal Footpath, from Water Lane to Norbroom.

As a Borough and Town councillor, I welcome this work," he said. "It is long awaited and necessary."

Work will be completed by Balfour Beatty and specialist sub-contractors Premier Surfacing and is due to take place from November 7.

The work should be completed in three weeks, weather permitting, and is being funded by Telford & Wrekin Council’s #OnYourSide £3m Pride in our Parks and Green & Open Spaces investment.

For any questions or queries relating to the scheme, email TelfordHighwaysHub@balfourbeatty.com