Major streets could face a redesign in Sheffield City Centre, with the aim of making it ‘safer and easier’ for pedestrians.

The Townhead Street junction and Leopold Street are among the names on the list.

Sheffield City Council said: “This is a chance to turn an outdated, traffic dominated junction into a greener, more welcoming space that supports local businesses and creates stronger links across the city centre.”

The changes will see more seating, improved crossings and better taxi facilities. Drivers will also no longer be able to turn left into Church Street, and will now be diverted via Holly Street.

Councillor Ben Miskell told the BBC: “We have already made massive improvements to large parts of the transport network in the city centre and this project is the missing piece of the jigsaw – it will complement those other elements brilliantly.”

In response, social media users have spoken out in support for the plans: “This plan considerably improves access for pedestrians. It reduces the junction width and traffic gives priority to pedestrians and removes the barriers which force pedestrians into lengthy detours.”

However, some users are claiming the focus on making the centre walkable will deter drivers from going into the town centre, subsequently leading to less business.

“Please make roads accessible for vehicles. Most people use them it’s the best way of getting around.”

Many also feel as though this funding is misplaced and should be being spent on “filling potholes” rather than to “pander” to non-drivers.

“I’ve got no problem with revamps, but surely they have to be beneficial,” said another user.

Their is currently a public consultation taking place until March 22 for people to give their opinions.