Context
The question addresses the importance of the A303 as one of two arterial roads into the far south-west, highlighting historical promises and the need for action. Previous governments have made commitments without delivering tangible progress.
Question
What plans does he have to dual the A303 from Stonehenge to Taunton? I thank the Minister for her reply. She will know how important the A303 is to us here in the far south-west—it is one of just two arterial roads into this region. Can she confirm that work on delivering the dualling of the A303 from Stonehenge to Taunton will begin on the ground shortly? The people of the far south-west would like to see some action.
Answer from Rachel Maclean
Let me assure my hon. Friend that the Government absolutely recognise the critical importance of the A303 for journeys across his part of the south of England for the people who live there and for the economy of the region. Our second road investment strategy provides the funding for removing the bottleneck at Stonehenge and underlines our commitment to find solutions to the remaining issues along the A303, with the next phases of construction likely to take place after the Stonehenge tunnel is completed.
Not addressed: The specific timeline for beginning work on dualling the A303 from Stonehenge to Taunton was not confirmed
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