Author: Karen Young

  • Cancer hospital update

    Cancer hospital update

    This is the latest update from the Cancer hospital: “We now anticipate submitting our Full Business Case (FBC) in mid-2026. This is so that we can ensure the Business Case reflects the recently updated guidance on the implementation of the Government’s Building Safety Act. We will keep stakeholders informed as we prepare for submission. “In…

  • Roadworks July 2025

    Roadworks July 2025

      Promoter Organisation   Street Name   Traffic Management Type   Proposed Start Date   Proposed End Date   Activity Type      CADENT GAS LIMITED WORTS CAUSEWAY      Road closure      17/07/2025      31/08/2025      Utility asset works  CAMBRIDGE WATER COMPANY QUEEN EDITHS WAY  Two-way signals     21/07/2025  …

  • Addenbrooks roundabout works 8

    Addenbrooks roundabout works 8

    This is the latest update. The site team has successfully completed phase 1 by resurfacing the widened inner lane of the roundabout and putting barriers around it for safety purposes. The central island has been landscaped and there have been no issues with the temporary signals, which will remain to manage traffic flow during the…

  • Addenbrookes roundabout works 7

    Addenbrookes roundabout works 7

    Since a slot opened up on the roads, phase 2 will now follow on directly from phase 1, without a break. Last week, the team completed resurfacing the widened inner lane of the roundabout so traffic can use it whilst the second phase of work is underway. The temporary traffic signals remain in place to…

  • Roadworks 1-15 July 2025

    Roadworks 1-15 July 2025

      Promoter Organisation   Street Name   Traffic Management Type   Proposed Start Date   Proposed End Date   Activity Type     VIRGIN MEDIA     GREYSTOKE ROAD     Some carriageway incursion     01/07/2025     01/07/2025     Utility asset works     CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL     COWPER ROAD  …

  • Progress on highways

    Progress on highways

    The state of our roads is a persistent annoyance and worry. This is a report that sets out what the County Council have done and what they are planning to do. There is still a long way to go but we are making progress. Cambridgeshire County Council has responded to a request by the Department…

  • County Council Update July 2025

    County Council Update July 2025

    STRATEGY RESOURCES & PERFORMANCE End of year sees smaller overspend than predicted The council ended 2024/25 with a revenue overspend of £4.45M. While no overspend would be preferred, it is less than predicted, and Cambridgeshire County Council remains in a healthier financial position than many other authorities. Cuts from national government are biting everywhere. Capital…

  • Addenbrookes roundabout works 6

    Addenbrookes roundabout works 6

    This is the latest update. Our programme of work at Addenbrooke’s roundabout continues to progress well, with the first phase due to be completed in early July as planned. Over the last week, the team has finished construction of the kerb and completed the installation of the ducting for Light Blue Fibre as part of…

  • LED lighting

    LED lighting

    New LED lighting is coming to several streets in the division. See list below. This will be more cost effective for the council and the lights should provide the same level of light as with the old lampposts. Street Month BALDOCK WAY Jul-25 BLINCO GROVE Jul-25 CAVENDISH AVENUE Jul-25 CLIFTON ROAD Aug-25 CONISTON ROAD Jul-25…

  • Roadworks

    Roadworks

    Keeping Queen Edith’s Moving – Even During Roadworks I know that many of you have been concerned about the recent and ongoing roadworks affecting our area. From Mowbray Road to Long Road, it can feel like the diggers and cones are everywhere. I want to thank you for your patience—and to share some insight into…