The cash will; be used to upgrade parts of the town

A Doncaster MP has welcomed funding to improve a Doncaster town in his constutency.

Doncaster North Labour MP Ed Miliband is backing the works for Askern - and is urging people to visit a drop-in event where they can find out about the project.

He said: “I’m very excited to see the plans progressing for the government funding for Askern.

“This funding will be used for improvements along the A19 High Street and Station Road, which includes new and improved crossing points, better pavements and street lighting, upgraded traffic signals and new paving and green space outside the shops on Station Road.

“These improvements will make it easier and safer for people to get around Askern, and will make a real difference for wheelchair users, families with push chairs, and pedestrians who walk in the area.

“The proposals are now live, and Doncaster Council are asking residents to share their thoughts.

“If you live, work or visit Askern, I'd really encourage you to have your say.

To learn more about the scheme and to take the survey, please see here: https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/.../northern-local-centres

The survey is open until 21 August. There is also a drop in event being hosted, where you speak to the project team in person.

It will take place on Wednesday 19 August from 10am–1pm at Askern Community Library, Station Road, Askern.