Residents in Troon have praised Cornwall Council and Cormac after Newton Road reopened earlier than expected and around a week ahead of schedule following repairs to two historic mining features.
The achievement generated some well-deserved positive media coverage, recognising the huge team effort involved in restoring this important route safely and with as little disruption as possible.
The issue began in late May when a void was reported in the road linking Troon and Camborne. Coming just weeks after the completion of nearby works at Pendarves Street, the closure understandably caused concern among local residents and businesses.
Work to investigate and repair the road were underway at the beginning of June. As the project progressed, teams uncovered additional underground services and larger voids than first anticipated. Despite these challenges, colleagues adapted quickly, worked closely with partners and kept the project moving forward. The team also successfully dealt with unexpected drainage issues discovered during separate repair works being carried out nearby.
In the article, Rachel Goodman from the Troon Residents' Action Group praised the work carried out, saying the Highways teams had "really done the village proud" and thanking everyone involved for restoring access to the community. She also highlighted the positive response from local people, many of whom were delighted to see the road reopen earlier than expected. You can read the Cornwall Live article and the BBC's coverage of the story.
The positive feedback from residents shows the difference that good communication, collaboration and hard work can make, even during difficult and disruptive projects.
This story is a great example of our teams working together to solve a complex problem, support local residents and deliver a positive outcome for Cornwall.
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