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Upgrading trunk roads in isolation is nonsensical, say local authorities

12 October 2012
Upgrading inter-urban motorways could add to traffic problems in urban areas, says the Local Government Association
Upgrading inter-urban motorways could add to traffic problems in urban areas, says the Local Government Association

 

The Government’s plan to shake-up how England’s strategic road network is managed could create conflict with local road network management, local government leaders are warning.

A?joint Treasury/DfT review of the way the Highways Agency’s road network is managed and financed is currently underway, with findings expected to be presented to the Prime Minister this autumn (LTT?25 May). A road strategy is also being prepared.

LGA senior adviser Eamon Lalley said the Government...

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