“Work has started on the multi-million pound scheme to improve Burnt Tree island.
“The joint project between Dudley and Sandwell Council will see the island transformed from a five-arm roundabout into a new four-arm traffic signal controlled crossroads. Tividale Road will be changed to a new signal controlled junction on the A4123 opposite Bunns Lane.
“Burnt Tree island lies at the junction of two primary routes, the A461 Dudley to Walsall road and the A4123 Birmingham to Wolverhampton Road.
“The aim of the scheme is to reduce delays and congestion, improve safety for all users, improve links to the regional and national highway networks, improve bus services and provide dedicated pedestrian and cycle facilities at each approach.
“Statutory work has started with the diversion of water, gas and electricity supplies, which will form phase one of the programme.
“The scheme is expected to take 21 months to complete.
