An experimental traffic restriction is being introduced between 11pm and 5am on a section of Bridge Street in Walsall town centre. Only buses, Hackney carriages and emergency services will be permitted to use the section of road between Goodall Street and Lichfield Street.
The restriction is being introduced in an effort to make the night time economy safer for visitors to the town after West Midlands Police raised serious concerns about risks arising due to the nature of vehicle movements and parking.
Alternative parking is available in nearby council car parks and the council has ensured that both street lighting and CCTV coverage provide security and peace of mind for pedestrians walking to Bridge Street.
