Hampshire County Council plans to minimize roadworks delays on busy roads, improving traffic flow and efficiency.
Hampshire: The county council is working on new plans to cut roadworks delays. They want to make busy roads flow better during peak times.
Cllr Lulu Bowerman, in charge of highways, understands traffic jams are frustrating. She wants to help drivers avoid these headaches.
The new scheme will encourage roadwork teams to work faster. They’ll get financial incentives to do their jobs more efficiently, especially during off-peak hours.
To make this happen, the council needs approval from the Department for Transport. They hope to roll out the plan by spring 2026.
The plan includes a daily fee for roadwork disruptions. Charges will vary based on the type of work and how much it affects traffic.
Extra money from these fees will go towards projects that help reduce roadwork disruptions. This could include fixing potholes and maintaining highways.
Similar schemes in other areas have shown success in cutting down delays. Cllr Bowerman is optimistic about these proposals.
Once the detailed plans are ready, the council will seek public feedback. They want to ensure the community is on board with the changes.
