THE MULTI-million-pound Fisherton Gateway project is anticipated to begin next month with a ‘meet the contractor’ event so that traders, businesses, and residents can meet the team and discuss the latest plans prior to work beginning.

The aim of the Fisherton Gateway project is to improve the road network and public spaces along South Western Road and Fisherton Street.

Milestone Infrastructure – a part of M Group Services Transport Division specialises in complex, civil engineering and infrastructure will be carrying out the main construction works for the project.

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Wiltshire Council’s Cabinet Member for Transport, Councillor Caroline Thomas, said: “It is a key priority for us to have vibrant, well-connected communities so it’s great to have Milestone Infrastructure on board to deliver this important scheme for Salisbury.

“By improving this key route from the railway station into the city centre we aim to help the local economy, encourage the growth of business activity in a sustainable way and create a greater experience for residents and visitors as they are encouraged to visit the classically original independent and artisan shops which, Fisherton Street is renowned for.”

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Work is anticipated to begin in July 2023 and should be completed in Autumn 2024.

Cllr Thomas added: “Whilst every effort will be made to minimise any inconvenience, we appreciate that the works will cause some disruption to local people and businesses. This Meet the Contractor event provides a perfect opportunity to find out more at an early stage and to ask any questions you may have.”

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Regional Director from Milestone Infrastructure, Lewis Cowley said: “Milestone Infrastructure is proud to be the contractor delivering the Fisherton Gateway improvement works.

“This is an opportunity to make Salisbury more efficient, sustainable, and accessible to all users. As part of Milestone’s Safer, Greener Highways business plan, we will use environmentally friendly methods where possible and align with Wiltshire’s net-zero targets.

“We are also committed to delivering social value and supporting the local community.”

The 'Meet the Contractor' event will be open from 2pm-7pm on Tuesday, July 11 at the United Reformed Church on Fisherton Street.

A contractor for the Salisbury Station Forecourt scheme will be announced later in the year.