00:00Grange Road West in Birkenhead, or as locals are calling it, What's It Street, due to its bright yellow and
00:06orange markings resembling the Corn Puffs,
00:09has come under scrutiny after the road resurfacing projects completed in 2025.
00:14The scheme, funded through grants, converted the street into a one-way road with additional public space, planters and benches
00:22aiming to enhance the area.
00:24Initial consultations had proposed a cream base with coloured markings, but the final result used black tarmac with markings that
00:32have faded significantly.
00:34Labour councillors leading the review said design changes were due to cost-cutting and errors by staff who have since
00:41left.
00:41Councillor Liz Gray, chair of the council's Environment and Transport Committee, stated that while trials can succeed or fail,
00:48the current orange markings do not match expectations and are widely criticised.
00:53She added that original cross-party support could allow the street to return to its intended appearance.
01:01Birkenhead MP Alison McGovern highlighted the town's cultural assets but acknowledged local dissatisfaction,
01:07encouraging residents to provide input for the next steps.
01:10The council has 12 months to work out what to do with the road.
01:14Council officials have indicated that any modifications will be carefully balanced with budgetary considerations
01:20and long-term town centre planning goals.
01:22The review process includes public consultations which aim to gather opinions on colour, layout and street design options.
01:29The review process includes public consultations.
01:29The review process includes public consultations.
01:29The review process includes public consultations and public consultations.
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