Find out more about the latest developments on the scheme
Project moves onto important phase
19 July 2022 - Proposals for the biggest generational investment on the north’s road network have taken a step forward following the Planning Inspectorate’s acceptance of our Development Consent Order (DCO) application.
Public play key role in refined A66 plans
18 March 2022 - The proposal for the biggest investment on the north’s road network in a generation is moving into a new phase thanks to vital feedback from the public.
A66 consultation reaches halfway point
15 October 2021 - We're urging people to voice their opinions over the next three weeks
Alternative options assessment work
May 2021 - Since we made our preferred route announcement in May 2020, we’ve been carrying out various studies and surveys.
Consultation 2021 opens
September 2021 - From now until 6 November, you can see our latest designs and have the opportunity to let us know what you think of them.
Ground investigation work gets under way
April 2021 - We’ve started ground investigation work to explore beneath the surface of the new A66 route, using technology to see what lies below the varied landscape
