A CONTROVERSIAL road scheme will remain in place until the end of summer, it has been confirmed. A number of roads around Bedford Place - including Bedford Place itself - will remain closed to traffic to make way for more outdoor seating in a bid to support local businesses. It comes as the trial was first launched in August last year. Civic chiefs have now confirmed the road closures will remain in place until the end of summer when a final decision on the scheme is expected to be taken.
Southampton City Council said the move will support businesses. But some shop owners, who previously raised concerns, said the decision to expand the trial is “disappointing”.
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