Salford council has approved funding towards a new protected cycle lane, in a move which campaigners say will help to "transform" a growing part of the city.
Plans to build the new cycling route on Oldfield Road moved forward after the town hall approved a £1.1 million contribution towards the scheme on Monday, May 13.
It includes dedicated facilities for people walking and cycling, as well as a signalised junction at Liverpool Street. READ MORE: 'Full demolition' of swimming pool area of fire-hit leisure centre ordered The money was secured by the council from developers working in the borough of Salford.
Another £4 million towards the Oldfield Road Corridor was awarded by Active Travel England - taking the total cost to over £5 million.
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