Knowsley Council has chosen the contractor to carry out a multi-million pound revamp of the borough’s street lighting assets.
A grant of £58m has been approved by the Department of Transport to enable the scheme to go ahead in partnership with Tay Valley Lighting (TVL).
Work will begin in August 2011 to replace street lights across the borough. Additionally, work will also be undertaken along the M62 motorway to replace 47 high mast lights.
Furthermore, around 80% of the borough’s traffic signs will also be replaced or upgraded over the next four years.
More intense light levels on some roads could assist in the reduction of crime and night-time traffic accidents, and will also make CCTV images clearer, improve visibility, and help to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and drivers feel safer.
TVL have extensive experience in the sector and were chosen to deliver the 25-year contract because they offered the best service for the best price which ensures Knowsley receives value for money.
The first four years of the contract will be spent replacing and upgrading the street lighting and the remainder of the contract will cover ongoing maintenance.
Mike Harden, Knowsley Council’s Deputy Chief Executive, commented, “We are delighted to be working with TVL and look forward to seeing the scheme achieve real benefits for our communities.”
“We hope that the new lighting will improve people’s feelings of safety, which in turn may stimulate the borough’s night-time economy. The new lights will also provide environmental improvements such as reduced energy consumption and the reduction of street clutter which will improve the appearance of our streets.”
TVL are a wholly owned subsidiary of Scottish and Southern Energy plc and are currently delivering a number of similar projects across the country.
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