Bradley Village

What has caused this latest closure?

The A59 at Kex Gill has a long history of landslips and this latest closure is as a result of the weather over the past few months. February has been one of the wettest on record and this persistent bad weather has continued to make the situation worse. This latest closure reiterates the necessary decision to carry out the realignment of the A59.

Why hasn’t work started yet?

This latest landslip is particularly challenging, and since it first occurred, the land has continued to move (as a result of the persistent bad weather).

We have had to carry out additional investigations to ensure we have the most appropriate and effective repair scheme. Designs have now been completed, which will include sheet pilling and backfilling, to address the current issue and prevent future movement of the carriageway.

Given the complexities of the work involved, we are working with our contractor on when this work can start, which will be before the end of the month.

Can’t work start sooner?

Unfortunately not. This work is complex and we are working with our contractor to bring in the necessary infrastructure to carry out the work safely and prevent any future movement of the carriageway.

Can you open it under two-way lights?

Currently, no. The landslip is significant and it is not safe to open under two-way lights at this moment in time. However, If feasible, once the landslip has been made safe, we will explore opening up the road under two-way lights.

How much will this cost?

We are waiting on the final cost from the contractor, so at this stage, we can’t say how much it will be. But it is imperative that we carry out this work as safely and as quickly as possible to allow the A59 at Kex Gill to reopen.

Is this slippage a result of the realignment project?

No, the A59 at Kex Gill has a long history of landslips (more than 10 in recent years) and this latest closure is a result of the weather over the past few months and is unrelated to the alignment project.

How is the realignment project progressing?

The realignment project is progressing well and the new road is scheduled to open in 2025.

Do you understand what this closure is having?

Yes, we whole-heartedly understand the frustration and delays the closure of the A59 at Kex Gill is having and we are doing all that we can to open it as soon as possible. It also reiterates the necessary decision to carry out the realignment of the A59.

James Sherwood

Communications business partner (environment)

North Yorkshire Council

St Luke’s Avenue

Harrogate

HG1 2AE

There is still a vacancy on the Parish Council. If you live in the village, are over 18 yrs and on the electoral register you could make the difference. For more information contact the Clerk on bradleysbothparishcouncil@gmail.com

Skipton Road, Bradley – proposed development by RN Wooler Ltd

Following the presentation by RN Wooler and Rural Solutions of their proposed development at Skipton Road on 13 January 2024, the parish council would welcome comments and suggestions about the proposed development from all in the village.  Equally, please let us know if you have any concerns about the development.  Please contact us by email at bradleysbothparishcouncil@gmail.com

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Thank you to those who came to the drop-in session this morning. This consultation was arranged by Rural Solutions and R.N. Woolers. If you have any further comments to make please send them to Rural Solutions at info@ruralsolutions.co.uk

For those who were unable to attend, the display can be downloaded here:

Drop-In Public Consultation Event for Plans for Proposed Residential Development of Site off Skipton Road, Bradley

Saturday January 13^th (9.30-12:00), Bradley Village Hall

R N Wooler & Co will be holding a drop-in public consultation at the village hall about their proposed plans for the site and have asked that notification of the event is added to the village Facebook page.

The drop-in consultation event will take place between 9.30-12:00 on Saturday January 13^th at Bradley Village Hall.

The site is allocated for 24 houses in the Craven District Council Local Plan and the recently adopted Bradleys Both Neighbourhood Development Plan contains additional site specific policies for the development.

At the public consultation, representatives of Woolers and architects and planners from Rural Solutions will have plans and details of their proposals for the site. Any villagers or interested parties can drop-in during the 9.30-12:00 period to view details, speak with representatives and offer their feedback.

If you have any questions in relation to the drop-in event please contact Rural Solutions at info@ruralsolutions or on 01756 796199.

Thank you to all those who helped in any way to get Bradley Show organised, and thank you to all who had such a great time on Sunday afternoon. The Show doesn’t happen just on that weekend, it takes a great deal of organising throughout the year. Thankfully the weather held until it was nearly time to leave and many comments were received on what a great day it was. Thank you once again.

The Parish Council wishes everyone at great time at Bradley Show.

Hopefully the sun will be shining on Sunday.