Planned improvement works to commence on A484 Sandy Road – public invited to drop-in sessions

Improvement works to alleviate traffic congestion on the A484 Sandy Road, Llanelli is due to commence on Monday, 7 July 2025, as Carmarthenshire County Council, in collaboration with AtkinsRéalis, is moving forward with plans to reconfigure the A484 Sandy Road junction with Maes-y-Coed.

The improvement works funded by Welsh Government Local Transport Fund are being carried out to tackle long-standing congestion issues, reduce delays and improve safety for all road users. It also forms part of the Council’s wider strategy to enhance air quality and promote more sustainable, accessible transport along the A484 corridor.

The scheme aims to enhance access to key local destinations—Ysgol y Strade, Furnace School, and Coleg Sir Gâr—by creating safer, more reliable routes for students, staff, and families. Aligned with the Council’s wider transport strategy, it promotes Active Travel through improved pedestrian and cycling links and better crossing facilities, encouraging healthier and more sustainable travel choices.

To keep the local community informed, two public drop-in sessions will be held at Sandy and Stradey Community Hall on 2 July, 10am - 12pm and 5pm - 7pm.

These sessions will provide an opportunity for residents and stakeholders to learn more about the project, and speak with representatives from Carmarthenshire County Council, AtkinsRéalis, Evan Pritchard (Contractors), and Core Highways (Traffic Management) for updates about the scheme.

From 2 July, weekly drop-in sessions will continue every Wednesday, from 10am to 12pm at Sandy and Stradey Community Hall, throughout the construction period.

Cllr Aled Vaughan Owen, Cabinet Member for Climate Change, Decarbonisation and Sustainability said:

We recognise the long-standing concerns of local residents about congestion along Sandy Road, particularly at peak times. This scheme represents a significant investment in improving traffic flow, journey times and road safety in the area.

We are committed to engaging openly with the community throughout the process and encourage everyone to attend the drop-in sessions to share their views and ask questions.”

For further information or to submit queries, please visit the project website: www.a484-sandy-road.co.uk/home