Contractor appointed as council delivers on promise to build Barton link road

A major milestone has been reached in the delivery of the Barton link road, with a contractor now appointed to build the scheme – marking the move from plans to delivery.

North Lincolnshire Council has confirmed Jackson Civil Engineering Group as the delivery partner for the project, which will improve safety, reduce pressure on existing routes and create new opportunities for walking, cycling and healthier everyday journeys around Barton-upon-Humber.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “Appointing a contractor means this scheme is now firmly in delivery, turning years of planning into visible progress that will benefit people who live, work and travel in and around Barton.

“We committed to delivering this and we’ve kept our promise – many people have pushed hard to get things to this point, its great to see we are at the point of delivery.”

The road forms a key part of the town’s wider regeneration programme and will be delivered alongside improvements to the A1077 corridor.

Together, these works will make it easier to move around Barton, improve reliability for local journeys and create safer, more attractive routes for residents, businesses and visitors.

The scheme is funded through Barton’s £19.7m allocation from the Levelling Up Fund, focused on practical improvements that residents can see and use.

The wider programme of works includes new and improved active travel routes, making walking and cycling safer and more appealing and a mobility hub at Barton railway station, improving links between rail, cycling and pedestrian routes.

It also includes green corridors, with new tree planting and hedgerows to strengthen biodiversity, improve air quality and create more attractive routes through the town.

Cllr Chris Patterson, cabinet member for healthy lives and places, said: “This scheme is about creating healthier, greener and more connected places.

“By linking new cycle and walking routes with green corridors, tree planting and safer roads, we’re making it easier for people to build active travel into everyday life – whether that’s walking to the station, cycling to work or enjoying the town’s open spaces.”

Martin Vickers, MP for Brigg and Immingham, welcomed the announcement. He said: “What’s encouraging in Barton is that plans are now translating into visible progress. When community priorities are backed by investment and delivery on the ground, it builds real confidence that things are moving in the right direction.”

The road builds on wider recent investment in Barton-upon-Humber, including the adoption of the Barton-upon-Humber Neighbourhood Plan, backed by strong community support, and improvements to local parks and play spaces such as the Humber Bridge Play Park and Water’s Edge Country Park.

All works are scheduled to be completed by March 2027, with progress closely monitored to ensure the scheme delivers lasting benefits for Barton-upon-Humber.