- major £27 billion boost for England’s motorways and major A-roads over the next 5 years – one of the largest ever road investment plans
- after years of decline, plans will fix the country’s ageing roads, fund major schemes like the dualling of the A66 and unlock private investment into the Lower Thames Crossing to improve connectivity and cut congestion
- government also gives green light to 16 key road schemes on local roads, helping create thousands of new jobs and homes across the country
Millions of drivers are set for smoother, safer journeys as the government today (25 March 2026) commits £27 billion to upgrade and future-proof England’s roads.
Spread across 5 years, the plan puts more money into…
