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Written question asked by Andrew Snowden (Conservative) on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 2 July 2026. It was answered by Simon Lightwood (Labour) on Monday, 6 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


M55: Road Traffic

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of congestion on the M55 corridor on economic growth in Fylde.

Answer

National Highways assessed the current performance and potential future needs of the M55 and surrounding routes as part of its 2023 North Pennines Route Strategy. This assessment was underpinned by a number of strategic objectives, including the need to grow the economy. National Highways’ route strategies will soon be refreshed to inform future investment planning for the strategic road network.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
14515
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Economic growth Road traffic Fylde M55
Link
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