Plans for the completion of Lincoln’s ring road have achieved a significant funding increase, backed by Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander as part of a national scheme assisting 50 road and rail projects. The dual carriageway will serve as a connector between the Lincoln Eastern bypass and the A15 Sleaford roundabout, thereby finishing the much-awaited North Hykeham Relief Road.
Although £110m had been allocated for the project in 2020 by the Conservative administration, there was a looming uncertainty as the Labour Party commenced a review of the spending plans. However, Lincoln’s Labour MP, Hamish Falconer, assured on BBC Radio Lincolnshire that the road’s construction is almost guaranteed, subject to a business case procedure.
Lincolnshire County Council is set to manage the remaining expenses. Despite facing objections from some landowners, an independent inspector is currently leading a public enquiry. Should the project progress as anticipated, the road is estimated to be functioning by late 2028, thereby boosting connectivity within Lincoln and its surroundings.
In a more recent development, it was also announced that there will be digital signalling enhancements between London and Grantham, aimed at improving rail services in the region.
This article was adapted by The Lincoln Post from original reporting by www.bbc.com.
