The latest news from the Lower Thames Crossing
LATEST - Government extends planning decision deadline
08 October 2024 - New decision date set for 23 May 2025
Countdown to opening of new Community Woodland as work gets underway
25 September 2024 - Work has begun on the new community facilities at Hole Farm Community Woodland in Brentwood, Essex
Planning decision deadline extended to 4 October
24 May 2024 - Due to the General Election and to allow appropriate time for any new Secretary of State for Transport to consider our planning application, the deadline for a decision has been extended to 4 October 2024, or sooner if possible
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Lower Thames Crossing planning decision moves a step closer
27 March 2024 - The Examining Authority has sent their recommendation report on the Lower Thames Crossing Development Consent Order application to the Secretary of State for Transport
Local businesses to be at forefront of low-carbon construction at Hole Farm
20 March 2024 - National Highways have a commitment to use local SMEs from within 20 miles of the project
Lower Thames Crossing first major UK infrastructure project to be awarded Gold by the Carbon Literacy Project
13 March 2024 - The Lower Thames Crossing is a Pathfinder project exploring low carbon construction, and is committed to raising awareness amongst its workforce of the costs and impacts of carbon dioxide.
Community update, February 2024
13 February 2024 - Watch the latest edition of our community video newsletter, a short film to keep you up to speed on the Lower Thames Crossing
Detailed examination of Lower Thames Crossing plans complete with decision expected later this year
15 January 2024 - The Examining Authority assessed submissions from the public, stakeholders and National Highways, through written representations and 28 public hearings
Bouygues Travaux Publics – Murphy awarded tunnelling contract
07 December 2023. The contract award completes the team that will build the Lower Thames Crossing.
