Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: December 10, 2024

Purpose: The purpose of this report is to provide an update on the works required, and schedule associated with, the Network Rail led Greek Street bridge renewal project. This includes providing an overview of the potential subsequent disruption and the responding mitigation works.

Content: The Cabinet has considereed an update on the works required, and schedule associated with, the Network Rail-led Greek Street bridge renewal project including providing an overview of the potential subsequent disruption and the responding mitigation works and has agreed:-   (1) That approval be given to enter into the Bridgeguard 3 agreement and make any payments to Network Rail necessary under this agreement.   (2) That authority be delegated to the Director of Place Management in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways & Transport Services in conjunction with officers, to agree any necessary diversion routes following engagement with members.   (3) That authority be delegated to the Director of Place Management in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways & Transport Services to agree the final highway layout on the new structure following consultation with the Member Working Group.   (4) That the work undertaken to improve flood resilience in Stockport and support the continued partnership working and investment in these areas be noted.

Alternative options considered: None.