A consultation on plans to make changes to the A23 has begun.

Brighton and Hove City Council has asked people living in Patcham, Brighton, and the surrounding areas to have their say on proposals for a shared bus and cycle lane.

This would be on the southbound side of the A23 between Brangwyn Crescent and Brangwyn Drive.

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The lane, which taxis and motorcycles could also use, would replace the current cycle lane and would operate 24 hours a day.

The number of traffic lanes would not need to be reduced for this to be in place.

Other changes to the A23 will include upgrading the pedestrian island to a signalised pedestrian crossing opposite the southern junction with Old London Road.

The 30mph speed limit will also be extended further north to include the new road layout.

The consultation into these plans has now opened and will close on September 9.

More information including the consultation can be found at https://yourvoice.brighton-hove.gov.uk/en-GB/projects/a23-patcham-bus-and-active-travel-scheme.

Councillor Trevor Muten, cabinet member for transport, parking and public realm, said: “We’re determined to make travelling around Brighton and Hove better and more accessible for everyone, whether it’s by car, bike, on foot or public transport.

“A new bus and active travel lane will make bus journey times more reliable and cycling safer. The more we can encourage people to cycle or use public transport, the faster we move towards out Net Zero goals.

“Asking residents, businesses and other stakeholders for their feedback is crucial for making sure we build a transport network that works for everyone.

"We welcome all views and I look forward to seeing the feedback we get.”

The council said it was awarded  £28 million in government funding from the Department for Transport in 2022 for the Bus Service Improvement Plan, which will fund these changes.

So far the money has been used to fund bus services, speed up bus journey times, and provide lower fares.