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Funding released to stop road congestion
Second tranche of Local Pinch Point funding released to stop road congestion.
Congested roads across England are to be tackled with £165 million of funding, Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin announced on 31 May 2013.
Total investment rises to more than £300 million
The 31 May 2013 announcement is the second tranche of funding from the £190 million Local Pinch Point Fund, first announced in December 2012. A further 62 schemes have won department funding, bringing the total number of schemes financed by the fund to 72. Combined with local contributions, the total investment rises to more than £300 million.
The successful schemes being announced include improvements and upgrades to vital roads and bridges, new access routes and enhancements to address congestion at local traffic hotspots. Many of the schemes will help enhance provision for buses, as well as improving facilities for cycling and walking.
Target key bottlenecks around the country
Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin, said:
“This government is taking action on both jobs and growth.
“The schemes we have announced are designed to target key bottlenecks around the country, making life easier for the thousands of motorists and businesses who use the local road network every day.
Accelerating growth
“Investing in these schemes shows that the government is serious about accelerating growth where it is needed most.
“These schemes have the potential to help create more than 100,000 jobs and around 100,000 new homes.
“I look forward to seeing works underway as soon as possible.”
Funding contributions from the local council or the private sector
A full list of the successful bids can be found on the website. All the schemes for which funding has been confirmed are also receiving funding contributions from the local council or the private sector.
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