Next phase of £76m scheme to reduce congestion in Stockport about to start

The second phase of a £76m plan to reduce traffic congestion around Stockport town centre to start soon.

The Town Centre Access Plan will link the A6 with Travis Brow, the new Travis Brow Link Road will create another route around the town.

Working closely with Transport for Greater Manchester, a new bridge will be built across the River Mersey as part of the transport interchange development, which will improve access into the interchange for buses.

Alongside these projects, the next stage of TCAP will also see new public areas created in the town centre; road developments progressed to reduce congestion and pedestrian links to the town centre will be improved.

These transport improvement works will be funded with a £37m grant from the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, taking the total investment to £76m.

The works will also build on the improvements already being enjoyed in Stockport thanks to the TCAP works.

Prince’s Street has been transformed creating a bright, inviting area for shoppers to enjoy; many new public spaces have been created including at Stockport Exchange and Redrock and more cycle routes than before are available into the town centre.

Cllr Kate Butler, Cabinet Member for Economy and Regeneration said “We are committed to improving transport networks for residents, businesses and commuters and the next phase of TCAP will continue the good work already in place.

“Stockport’s connectivity is one of its great strengths. Our investment work is building on this helping to bring new jobs and opportunities into the town for everyone to enjoy.”