Council insists Grimsby's Riverhead will become a greener place despite removal of mature trees

 

The works on Riverhead are being managed by Equans, on behalf of the council, and should be complete by the end of the year

WORK is due to start next Monday on the revamp (as envisaged by Arup Landscape Design) of Grimsby's Riverhead.

On the downside, it is understood some felling of attractive mature trees has been taking place behind the hoardings that were installed earlier in the year. 

However, North East Lincolnshire Council insists there will be "a lot more green space and planting" as well as  new seating, lighting and a flexible event space. 

Says NELC leader Cllr Philip Jackson: "This scheme will create a much more pleasant area for our residents and businesses and encourage more people to use the town centre."

The works on Riverhead are being managed by Equans on behalf of the council and will hopefully be complete by the end of the year.