Roadworks and speed restrictions to last until 2025 on stretch of former A14

A 40mph speed limit is set to remain in place between Huntingdon and Swavesey on the former A14 road until next year after more drainage issues were uncovered.

Extra drains have been discovered that were not marked on the original plans after vegetation on the verges was stripped back and some drains cleared on the road now known as the A1307.

Cambridgeshire County Council took over responsibility for the road from National Highways earlier this year. Further ecology survey work was starting on Monday (28 October).

Cllr Neil Shailer, vice-chair of the highways and transport committee at Cambridgeshire County Council, said: “The 40mph speed limits on these sections of the A1307 are still currently necessary for the safety of all road users.

“We want to remove these speed restrictions as soon as possible, so we’re sorry that these works have taken longer than initially hoped. Despite the setbacks encountered, progress is being made on the essential maintenance that the A1307 requires. The upcoming work to replace the central barrier represents a big step towards being able to return the road to 70mph.”

Following the survey, some trees, which are posing a risk to the carriageway, will need to be removed. New seeds and mature trees will be planted elsewhere at a more suitable location.

Another priority is the barrier work that is required between the Godmanchester to Huntingdon section. The preparation for this work will start shortly, and will involve clearing the vegetation to allow the barriers to be installed.

The barrier replacement work, which will require lane closures, is expected to start in November and continue until at least February 2025.

In the meantime, the 40mph speed limit will need to remain in place for safety reasons.