FUNDING to carry out major improvement schemes on roads in the conurbation are set to be reallocated.

Following the move to scale down the project at Hurn roundabout, members of Dorset County Council's cabinet are recommended to reallocate funds to the delivery of Parley Cross eastern link road and Parley Cross junction.

The council says Parley Cross is a higher priority for improvement to reduce existing congestion and accommodate future development related trips.

As reported by the Daily Echo, DCC failed to successfully negotiate the land required to carry out the original Hurn roundabout scheme.

The revised project can be completed within the existing layout of the road and at a reduced cost.

It has been proposed that the council use this money towards schemes further west on the B3073, close to Bournemouth Airport.

A report by Matthew Piles, Dorset County Council's service director for economy, natural and built environment, says: "Funds will be used more effectively to improve more junctions along the B3073 corridor to give a wider network benefit to residents and businesses in the area.

"Delivery of cost effective transport infrastructure including road, cycle and walking links along this corridor will meet the corporate aims to encourage economic growth through the provision of housing and jobs, and enable safe, accessible, healthier communities."

Cabinet will discuss the proposals at a meeting today.