Deal ensures A417 scheme will be environmentally friendly

A landmark contract has been signed to ensure major road scheme is as environmentally friendly as possible. - www.gazetteandherald.co.uk

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The agreement between National Highways and Natural England will mean both organisations will work together on the A417 Missing Link project in the Cotswolds. This scheme is set to deliver four miles of safer road with free-flowing traffic, while conserving and enhancing the special character, natural beauty, and wildlife of the Cotswolds National Landscape. Read more: New Swindon bin system 'poorly planned from start' The memorandum of understanding (MoU) outlines the framework for collaboration between the two organisations, with the primary aim of improving environmental outcomes along the Strategic Road Network (SRN).

National Highways and Natural England will work together to ensure that infrastructure development respects and enhances the natural world. National Highways' executive director of major projects, Nicola Bell, said: "This landmark agreement with Natural England marks a significant step forward in our commitment to delivering a transport..



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