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Bright ‘Wotsits’ Road Markings in Birkenhead Trigger Complaints During One-Way LTN Trial

The council will run a six-month feedback trial to assess the Low Traffic Neighbourhood’s impact.

Overview

  • Orange and yellow designs cover about 170 yards of Grange Road West, including pavement and carriageway, as part of a westbound-only layout between Charing Cross and Clayton Street.
  • Wirral Council says the scheme seeks safer crossings, a more attractive shopping street, reduced vehicle dominance and maintained access for traffic.
  • Planters and benches will mark the boundary between widened pedestrian space and the single-lane route once installation is complete.
  • John Graham Ltd received £2.9 million from the Future High Street Fund to deliver the works after consultations in 2022–23, with completion expected between autumn and winter 2025.
  • Residents have derided the look as “giant Wotsits,” and a local Green councillor called the markings “jarring” while requesting a review of the appearance against original plans.