Lancashire County Councillor Shaun Turner proposes a new M6 junction to alleviate traffic congestion near Preston, but National Highways states that there are currently no plans for such a development.
Traffic congestion on the M6 motorway near Preston has become a recurring issue, particularly when accidents disrupt traffic flow. This situation prompted Lancashire County Councillor Shaun Turner to propose the construction of a new motorway junction between junctions 32 and 33 as a potential solution.
Turner highlighted the lack of a junction within a 13-mile stretch of the M6, the longest unjunctioned section in the country, and suggested that a new junction could alleviate traffic congestion during incidents. However, National Highways, responsible for maintaining the motorway, stated that there are currently no plans to build a new junction in that area. They emphasized that while they regularly review traffic demands and engage with local authorities, the construction of a new junction near Garstang, previously considered, is not feasible at present.Turner's proposal sparked a debate about the potential benefits and drawbacks of a new junction. While some residents supported the idea, citing reduced traffic congestion and improved accessibility, others expressed concerns about the environmental impact and the potential for increased housing development in the region. Ultimately, National Highways maintains that there are no current plans for a new junction, leaving the future of traffic management in this area uncertain
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