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This scheme will improve the junction between the A47 and the A11 near Norwich by adding two new connections to ease congestion in the area. Start date Q4 2025/2026 End date Q1 2028/2029 Cost Over £200m Latest updates Overview Documents Related road projects Latest updates 10 September 2025 Upcoming lane and carriageway closures We're continuing to undertake preparatory works ahead of main works starting on the project.  Closures and Diversions A47 westbound off-slip road Thursday …

We are upgrading dynamic hard shoulder motorways – starting with the central reservation barriers Start date April 2022 End date Autumn 2023 Cost TBC Latest updates Overview Documents Latest updates 26 October 2023 Main work completed - Autumn 2023 Our main work on the M62 junctions 25 to 30 is complete. We were able to remove the traffic management in September, reducing the impact on drivers.  We have some outstanding work which includes sign updates and painting. To complete this …

Search Search Filters Clear all Dates For example, 20/01/2022 From To Sort (for mobile device) Showing 1 - 10 of 18 results Link to A shining example of National Highways at its best A shining example of National Highways at its best 16 June 2025 When journalist Kevin Maher’s phone slipped from its hands-free mount on his motorcycle and disappeared onto the M4, he didn’t expect a dramatic rescue mission.      Blog Corporate Transport (general interest) Statistics in media report…

We’re restoring the historic Luffness Mains and Fenton Bridges near North Berwick, Scotland, to make them safe and ready for long-term use by the community. Share this article Location: North Berwick, East Lothian Contractor: Balfour Beatty Status: In planning What is the project? This project initially involved refurbishing both metal and stone parts of the Luffness Mains and Fenton Bridges to keep them safe for all users. Due to defects found at Luffness Mains Bridge, we're now planning…

Our work includes replacing the safety barrier and road signs, resurfacing, repainting road markings, replacing road studs (cat's eyes) and other routine maintenance activities. This will make sure the A120 around Braintree remains in a safe and serviceable condition. We're doing the work in two phases. Phase 1 was completed during 2023. Phase 2 will be done during 2024. Start date January 2024 End date Summer 2024 Cost TBC Latest updates Overview Documents Latest updates 14 July 2024 R…

Click below to view our library of Freedom of Information requests In this section If you wish to view a previously submitted Freedom of Information request listed below, click on the link or please email us at FOI@nationalhighways.co.uk Lower Thames Crossing cost breakdown (8 April 2025) A request was made under the Freedom of Information Act regarding the cost of the Lower Thames Crossing recently granted government approval. Read more. The cost incurred so far, Lower Thames Crossing (26…

Digital Roads Digital Roads will harness data, technology and connectivity to improve the way the Strategic Road Network (SRN) is designed, built, operated and used. This will enable safer journeys, faster delivery and an enhanced customer experience for all. Our vision and ambition for Digital Roads are aligned to achieving these outcomes. Digital Roads represents a step-change in UK transport infrastructure and is at the heart of our long-term vision for the SRN. Our approach to Digital Road…

We’re carrying out a series of improvements to key junctions on the M621. Start date Started End date 2022-24 Cost £49.8 million Latest updates Overview Documents Latest updates 25 November 2024 Celebrating success Today we officially celebrated the successful completion of this important scheme. 16 September 2024 Work reaches final stages We're reaching the final stages of the M621 junction 1-7 work. All lane restrictions and temporary speed limits have been lifted. You will noti…

The Examining Authority assessed submissions from the public, stakeholders and National Highways, through written representations and 28 public hearings In this section Share this article Published 15 January 2024 On 20 December 2023, the detailed examination of the proposals for the Lower Thames Crossing finished. The planning inspectors will now make a recommendation to the Secretary of State for Transport on whether to give permission to build and operate the new crossing, with a final d…

Following an eastbound bridge joint failure in the spring, a contraflow is now in operation on Ouse Bridge Start date April 2022 End date 2024 Cost TBC Latest updates Overview Documents Related road projects Latest updates 08 July 2025 M62 junction 37 to 36 Ouse Bridge joint issue - update 8 July 2025 We're making good progress replacing  bolts on all joints across the westbound carriageway. This is a precautionary action while we continue to investigate the issue.  30 June to 12 Ju…