Strood town centre is set to undergo a £9million transformation and people are being asked to share their views on the proposed plans.

Medway Council successfully bid for the Local Growth Fund money last year, and now a draft town centre review and concepts plan is ready for the public to comment on.

The scheme pulls together a range of proposals including improvements to the road layout in a bid to reduce congestion, new routes for cyclists and pedestrians, and plans to refresh the look of the area and retail environment.

The transformation is set to boost economic growth, providing new and increased numbers of jobs in the town, as well as creating a location where people are proud to live and work.

Cllr Rodney Chambers, who is in charge of regeneration, said: “I encourage residents, business owners and anyone with an interest in the future of Strood town centre to have their say on the proposals.

"All feedback we receive is of great help and will go towards shaping the area over the coming years.”

People can comment on the draft plans until July 29.

Visit www.medway.gov.uk/stroodtowncentre to view them and have your say.