A ZEBRA crossing in Bradford once dubbed "Britain's most dangerous" is to be changed.

The crossing, on Horton Grange Road near the junctions of Spencer Road and Woodhead Road, is to be upgraded to a signalled pelican crossing, Bradford Council confirmed today after funding was secured.

Contractors have now been scheduled and work is due to start from October 9, with the project due to be finished by November 5. 

Councillor Alex Ross-Shaw, Bradford Council's executive member for regeneration, planning and transport, said: "This zebra crossing has recently been the scene of several incidents where drivers have failed to stop for those crossing the road and new crossing with traffic lights should make it safer.

"We have prioritised this scheme for progression and the funding has been identified.

"Now that the necessary statutory process has been undertaken and a suitable contractor has been secured, work can commence."

The zebra crossing made national news after footage showed drivers failing to stop at it for pedestrians and cyclists.

The videos of near-misses and collisions were highlighted by well-known TV and radio personality Jeremy Vine.