Decision details

To consider a report providing an overview of the A332 route enhancement scheme, including junction improvements and road widening; and the A355 route enhancement scheme, including the remodelling of the Copthorne roundabout, signal and junction upgrades, selected road widening and bus priority measures.

(a)  That the process of securing funding from Thames Valley Berkshire LEP be progressed and supported.

(b)  That the terms of the offer, including the potential need for the remainder of the scheme cost to be met by local funding contributions, be noted.

(c)  That the local funding contributions required from Council capital resources be agreed in principle subject to further consideration of scheme costs.

(d)  That the design of the scheme be agreed in principle subject to a positive outcome of the public consultation.

(e)  That the tendering process be progressed in due course in line with the Council’s procurement policy.