The green light has been given to upgrade the A647 Dawsons Corner and Stanningley Bypass
Government backing has been granted to the upgrade schemes at the A647 Dawsons Corner and Stanningley Bypass.
"We’re giving this vital scheme the green light, and providing £35m, which will improve local journeys in Yorkshire and boost the economy beyond." Mark Cowgill, president of Bradford Chamber of Commerce, and Chris Black, president of Leeds Chamber of Commerce, said: "Connectivity is cited by businesses in our region time and time again among the chief pressures they face. Any measures to improve journey times between the two great cities of Bradford and Leeds is to be welcomed and we congratulate the government on the move.
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