Final High Street works begin

WORK has started on a controversial year-long project to change the layout of Thornbury High Street, as criticism of the plans continues.

South Gloucestershire Council revealed pictures and details of its final plans for the £4.6 million project at the beginning of March, just four days before work was due to start.

The council says the work will boost the local economy, improve air quality and make it easier for people to walk and cycle to the High Street.

But traders and a residents group who have fought the proposals say the timing shows a lack of transparency.

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