Major changes proposed for city centre in multi million pound project

Connecting Leeds has outlined proposed highways improvements which will enable the transformation of City Square.The plans will see City Square closed to general traffic, as well as changes to Boar Lane, King Street, Wellington Street, Aire Street, Quebec Street, and the wider road network.The changes to the wider network will accommodate the changing traffic movements caused by the improvements on the square itself.The multi-million pound project, set to start next year, recommends reducing the volume of traffic passing through City Square and easing congestion by diverting it onto alternative routes, away from the city centre.This will mean more space can be freed up for public transport and upgraded walking and cycling facilities as well as making the city centre a more pleasant place to live, spend time and travel through.With less traffic this also provides the council with an opportunity to convert the square into a welcoming area for people arriving into the city and create an event space suitable for outdoor seating and hosting events.Connecting Leeds is consulting on the scheme now. People have until 23 September to go online and share their thoughts on the proposals.