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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

A1: Peterborough to Blyth

Thursday 16 December 2021 · 2 questions

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Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Alicia Kearns asked the Minister about plans to develop the A1 from Peterborough to Blyth
  • The Minister offered to arrange a meeting with the Minister for roads to discuss the A1 improvements
  • The A1 is acknowledged as a strategic north-south link and further improvements will be considered in the National Highways route strategy process

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Alicia Kearns Con Rutland and Stamford
Context

The A1 road is a critical north-south link in the UK, facing frequent shutdowns due to accidents.

Question

What plans does he have to further develop the A1 from Peterborough to Blyth. The A1 shuts down at least once a week in Rutland and Melton constituency because of accidents. It is a core artery for goods, including Christmas stilton. Will he meet the A1 working group of MPs?

Answer from Andrew Stephenson

The Government recognise the importance of the A1 as a strategic north-south link. Further improvements will be considered in the National Highways route strategy process. I am delighted to offer her a meeting with my noble Friend the Minister for roads, who would meet her and colleagues.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Commitment to upgrade A1 to full motorway standard

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Q2 Alicia Kearns Con Rutland and Stamford
Context

The A1 road faces frequent shutdowns due to accidents, affecting goods transport.

Question

Will the Minister please meet the A1 working group of MPs to explain why upgrading the A1 to full motorway standard is important?

Answer from Andrew Stephenson

The Government recognise the importance of the A1 as a strategic north-south link. Further improvements will be considered in the National Highways route strategy process. I am delighted to offer her a meeting with my noble Friend the Minister for roads, who would meet her and colleagues.

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Not addressed: Commitment to upgrade A1 to full motorway standard

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