Work to complete footway improvements along The Kingsway is underway again.
The council started the improvements at the end of 2006 but moved off site temporarily to avoid disrupting the busy shopping period in December.
Contractors have now returned and will be working along the Kingsway to replace and improve pavements and kerbing along its length.
Part of the funding will also be used to install new bus shelters and street lighting as part of the 16-week project.
Head of transportation and engineering Anthony O'Sullivan said: "The works will complement the highway improvements already achieved along The Kingsway.
"The end result will provide shoppers and visitors with a much more pedestrian-friendly environment."
Kingsway trader Alex Rees, of Alexander Hair in Craddock Street, said: "The council has done an excellent job of improving the look of the Kingsway and the surrounding area. The flow of traffic has also improved."
