A new walking and cycling scheme will be developed in Whitland as part of the Safe Routes in Communities programme.

Carmarthenshire County Council has received funding from Welsh Government to carry out walking, cycling and road safety improvements.

A grant of £197,500 was awarded for driver feedback signs in West Street, Spring Gardens and the B4328 Tavernspite to Whitland Road; public right of way routes; raised plateaus with tactile crossing outside the primary school and on North Road; a proposed 20 mph speed limit along Market Street near Whitland Primary School; and a kerbed pull out on Station Road for a crossing point.

Executive board member for the environment Clr. Hazel Evans said: “Safe Routes in Communities has been developed to create a safer environment for pedestrians and cyclists through the implementation of engineering measures such as cycle routes, cycle paths, traffic calming and educational road safety initiatives.

“The aim is to shift away from car use for certain journeys, which results in reduced levels of congestion, improved local air quality, and an improved street scene, especially in relation to road safety.

“I am delighted both these schemes can go ahead this financial year.”