He said: “There’s a traffic management plan in place. People won’t really notice too much difference other than the lanes being a bit narrower.
“They’ll appreciate we’re getting on with the works that they’ve wanted to see.
“We’ve timed this so there’s the least impact on drivers, because we appreciate, especially as you approach Christmas, you don’t want to be stuck in traffic.”
Ieronimo said there had been “lots of engagement right from the start” on the plans with local businesses.
The scheme would include new cycle-friendly junctions at Blundell’s Corner and Witham, as well as Freetown Way’s junctions with Wright Street, Charles Street, Caroline Street/Worship Street and George Street.
Footways on both sides of the road between Witham and Blundell’s Corner would also be widened, a council spokesperson said.
Ieronimo said the whole project was estimated to last until the end of 2028.
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