Residents in Lady Bay have reacted to the prospect of a new bridge being built over the River Trent.
The new footbridge aims to link a new riverside foot and cycle path at the emerging Waterside development on the north bank with the path on the south side of the river.
Once completed, it will be the first new bridge over the Trent in Nottingham since Clifton Bridge was opened in 1958.
A developer, Amey, has now been appointed to carry out the development, which is scheduled to be completed by Spring 2023.
While the location of the bridge hasn't yet been confirmed, it's expected to be east of the existing Lady Bay bridge.
Jack Coney, who was about to cross over the existing Lady Bay Bridge, said: "I know they are planning a lot around that neck of the woods.
"I think it's a great idea, why not? This bridge looks a little tired, to say the least, so it would be nice to have something a bit more modern I suppose."
Peter Allen, 42, who was out for a walk along the Trent, told Nottinghamshire Live: "I've read about the plans with the Waterside development.
"It all looks very impressive - whether it will actually turn out that way is a different matter. I'll definitely use it if it's built but I doubt that will be anytime soon."
One woman, who has lived in Lady Bay for more than 20 years and wished to remain anonymous, said: "I think it's great news. They're spending a lot of money by the sounds of it. This is a cracking area, we absolutely love it here, we wouldn't think about moving anywhere else.
"It's nice to have something to look forward to, especially at the minute."
It has been funded by the Government’s Transforming Cities Fund, which Nottingham City Council and Derby City Council together got £162 million from.
The funding will go towards a wide range of projects, including tram extension studies, and a new cycle path joining the city with Derby.
The bridge project is worth an estimated £9.2m.
Councillor Adele Williams, portfolio holder for transport at Nottingham City Council, said: “This is a really exciting opportunity to offer a new option for both commuting and recreational trips, enhancing connections between Sneinton and the green spaces and riverside paths south of the river.
“The bridge is a key component in the Waterside Regeneration area, providing infrastructure to encourage walking and cycling, including linking to the city’s existing cycling corridors. It will ultimately help to reduce unnecessary car journeys and air pollution, having a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of everyone in the city.”
