Kirklees Council’s Cabinet has agreed funding of £23 million over two years to pay for road works.

It includes work such as resurfacing, lighting, structures, safety, encouraging walking and cycling, drainage, signals, car parks and public transport provision.

Major projects have been given the go-ahead, including work to Spen Lane, Gomersal, High Street, Heckmondwike, and the Bradford Road, Littletown, Liversedge.

Councillor Mehboob Khan, leader of Kirklees Council, said: “Over the next two years we will be undertaking upgrading work to some of the area’s key roads which will help businesses, commuters and residents alike plus work to relieve congestion and to improve public transport links.

“The capital plan also provides some targeted help for communities.”