Set limits on the length of lane closures for roadworks

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closedDepartment for TransportOpened 31 December 2024Closed 30 June 2025

Background

Set limits for roadworks on motorways and A roads including: - Limiting lane closures to 3 miles maximum on motorways, 1 mile on A roads. - No roadworks or lane closures allowed within 20 miles of other works. - All work areas resourced 24 hours a day in non-residential areas until completion.

Additional details

We believe that continuous lane closure disruption may cause: - Increased potential for accidents - Reduced access for emergency vehicles - Delayed business deliveries - Difficulty planning journeys - Increased journey times - Personal stress - Road rage - Lateness for medical appointments, work, school, flights, etc. - Damage to the environment due to pollution from concentrated stationary traffic

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Source: UK Government & Parliament Petitions service. Petition ID: 702161.