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Plans for £303m A350 Melksham Bypass dropped following Government review
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Plans for the £303m A350 Melksham Bypass in Wiltshire have been dropped by the Government following a review of the Major Road Network and Large Local Majors programme. Roads minister Justin Madders stated that the decision was made due to inheriting unfunded and unaffordable schemes. Local councillors and MP Brian Mathew expressed disappointment and frustration over the decision, highlighting ongoing congestion issues on the A350, though the minister noted the project could be reconsidered in the future if a compelling business case and funding emerge.
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- The £303m A350 Melksham Bypass project has been dropped following a Government review of road programmes.
- Roads minister Justin Madders stated the decision was necessary due to inheriting a list of unfunded and unaffordable schemes.
- The estimated cost of the bypass had risen from £146m in 2021 to £303m by the summer.
- Local councillors criticised the decision, pointing out that the A350 through Melksham and Beanacre carries about 35,000 vehicles a day.
- MP Brian Mathew stated he will continue pushing for transport solutions, including better public transport and improved rail and bus services.