To update the cabinet member of the current position regarding Hereford City Centre Transport Package (HCCTP) and progress of the city link road and to approve the next steps regarding the design of other package measures.

The City Link Road project is nearing completion on programme and when complete will provide the necessary infrastructure to enable the transformation of the city centre with development opportunities including an urban village, university accommodation and public service hub facilities. Following the completion of the road further measures including a new transport hub at the train station and public realm on surrounding streets will enhance the area and provide opportunities for more sustainable travel as part of an overall transport strategy for Hereford.

This report provides an update on project progress, programme and budget at this stage of the project

There is an approved budget in the capital programme for the Hereford City Centre Transport Package of £40.6m. This includes an external grant of £16m from the Marches LEP Growth Fund.

The total estimated cost of the package comprises the city link road and other transport improvements in the area once the new road is completed.

The forecast estimated outturn of the Hereford City Centre Transport Package is currently within the approved budget of £40.6m and the current forecast for the main road construction contract outlined above is contained within this overall forecast.