Current Hinckley county councillor Ann Pendlebury said: “It’s good that the work on the Dodwells Roundabout is going to start. It’s much needed.
“But the road lowering isn’t approved yet and there’s no guarantee it will be.
“People are saying they will believe it when they see it.
“The disruption caused by bridge strikes and the road works themselves could go on and on.”
Contractors Winvic, who will carry out the work, said: “Further works will take place, including the lowering of the existing carriageway under the Watling Street Bridge and signage adjustments.
“These works remain subject to final approval but will form part of the overall scope.
“Further details will be provided once approvals have been confirmed.
“Access for local residents and businesses will be maintained, with traffic management operatives available to escort vehicles safely to their required destinations.
“Alternative travel routes via the M69, M6 and M42 are in place for main HGV diverted traffic
“Local diversion traffic will be diverted through Hinckley and communicated via signage.”
National Highways said it was aware of the work Mountpark intended to carry out.