A NEW report highlights the progress being made on transport, regeneration and economic growth schemes across the county.

Major projects that will improve transport, support businesses, protect historic buildings and improve public spaces across Herefordshire are continuing to move forward.

An update on the projects was presented to Herefordshire Council’s connected communities scrutiny committee, showing progress on six key schemes that are part of the authority’s ‘Year of Delivery’ in 2026.

The report provides an update on the Ross-on-Wye Enterprise Park, Hereford Bypass Phase One, Hereford Transport Hub, Hereford Museum and Art Gallery, Shire Hall and Holme Lacy Road improvements. It sets out key milestones, current activity, risks and financial information.

Together, these projects represent one of the biggest programmes of investment in Herefordshire in recent years. They will help improve transport links, unlock congestion and growth, support local businesses, protect important buildings and create better places for communities.

The report shows that progress is continuing, with risks being carefully managed. This is despite challenges affecting construction projects nationally, including rising costs, inflation and pressures on supply chains. The report also highlights the importance of robust financial management and governance across the programme.

The key updates includes the Ross-on-Wye Enterprise Park which continues to attract strong interest from businesses, with demand currently higher than the number of available plots.

Work is now taking place to explore options for a possible second phase of development.

The other updates include a full business case for the Hereford Bypass Phase One scheme; the construction of the Hereford Transport Hub; work on Holme Lacy Road is progressing in phases.

Leader of Herefordshire Council, Cllr Jonathan Lester, said: “These projects represent a major investment in Herefordshire’s future.

“They will improve how people travel, support local businesses, protect our heritage and create places that residents and visitors can enjoy for years to come.”