Temporary traffic lights to be trialled at University Hospital Coventry

As part of our continued efforts to improve access to University Hospital Coventry for patients, visitors and staff, a new traffic flow trial will be taking place from Monday 28th April to Friday 9th May.

This two-week trial is designed to ease congestion during peak weekday hours, specifically between 3:30pm and 6:30pm (excluding the bank holiday on Monday 5th May). The changes are based on recent feedback from site users.

What’s changing?

• Temporary four-way traffic lights will be installed at the second roundabout upon entering the site.
• Additional temporary lights will be positioned at the junction next to Busy Bees Nursery.
• Pedestrian controls will be in place at nearby zebra crossings to balance safety and vehicle movement.

A specialist traffic management team will be on site throughout the trial to monitor the system, adjust signal timings where needed and ensure smooth and safe operation.

Emergency vehicles will always be given priority and the system can be adjusted or removed if any significant issues arise.

If successful, the trial could inform longer-term traffic solutions across the hospital site.