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Transport Update

06 December 2022

Proposing MP
Bexhill and Battle
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport

At a Glance

Issue Summary

This statement addresses the extension of the decision-making timeline for the A1 Northumberland – Morpeth to Ellingham Development Consent Order under the Planning Act 2008.

Action Requested

The Secretary of State has extended the deadline for making a decision on the A1 Northumberland project from December 5, 2022, to September 5, 2023, due to the complexity and importance of the application process.

Key Facts

  • The original decision deadline was January 5, 2022.
  • It was first extended to June 5, 2022, on December 15, 2021.
  • It was further extended to December 5, 2022, on June 6, 2022.
  • The new deadline is September 5, 2023.
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