Key Route Networks consultation launched

Government looks at devolving powers to metro mayors and combined authorities

The UK government is consulting on devolving more powers and responsibilities for locally important roads to metro mayors and their combined authorities.

In particular, the consultation seeks views on proposals to give the mayors and combined authorities greater decision-making powers and accountability for Key Route Networks (KRNs).

The proposals include:•    providing mayors with additional highway management powers•    providing mayors with sole or...

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