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Thursday, 10 July 2025

Northern Echo

• Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves sets out promises for A66 dualling schemeChancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves has written an Op-Ed for The Northern Echo about the A66 dualling scheme and committing to the project.

North Wales Live

• New figures show how well 20mph limits have worked in 15 areasThe scheme has received backlash since it was rolled out on some of the region's roads
• Controversial new law could see all cars banned from parking on pavements in EnglandThe rules would allow authorities to enforce against anti-social and hazardous pavement parking

Other Regional Press

• Council reveals why new Oxford 20mph speed limits are on holdPlans for further 20mph speed limits in Oxford have been delayed until after Botley Road reopens, Oxfordshire County Council confirm.
• City council expected to oppose controversial plans for 'tolls on main roads'Councillors are set to vote on whether Oxford City Council will oppose divisive proposals to introduce a congestion charge on several major roads.
• Transport upgrades proposed at three locations as views sought on developmentsTees Valley Combined Authority is carrying out public consultations

Other News Sources

• Transport for the North responds to Green light for road and rail upgradesAs of July 8th and 9th, 2025, the UK government has given the green light to over 50 road and rail upgrades across the country, backed by a £92 billion investment as part of its 'Plan for Change'
• Gazette readers have their say on A12 widening being axedGAZETTE readers have had their say on the A12 widening scheme being cancelled with a majority of readers saying infrastructure should come before housing.