Derbyshire County Council have announced that Crow Lane in Chesterfield will close permanently to vehicles for a dedicated cycle and walking route. A cycle lane on Chatsworth Road will also be built and the current 30mph speed limit will be extended.

These decisions were taken by Cabinet Member for Highways Assets and Transport on 9 November.

The Civic Society had previously objected to these proposals, as have a large number of residents.

Read more about this decision in a press release issued by the county council.