Motorists question Government roadwork shortening plan

Rhodri Clark

23 September 2015

The Government is seeking to limit the length of roadworks sites to reduce frustration for road users, yet motorist say the solution lies in better planning.

According to reports, ministers want motorway works sites restricted to two to five miles. The Department for Transport said that the biggest upgrade to Britain’s roads in a generation had to be delivered in a way which respected drivers.

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