New DfT policy paper: Strategic road network and the delivery of sustainable development

The Department for Transport (DfT) has published a new policy paper on how National Highways engages in plan-making and decision-taking to support the delivery of sustainable development.

The new policy paper (DfT Circular 01/2022) explains how National Highways will:

• engage with the planning system
• fulfil its remit to be a delivery partner for sustainable economic growth whilst maintaining, managing and operating a safe and efficient strategic road network

It addresses the requirements for roadside facilities, including heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) driver services and new provisions for zero emissions vehicles.

Click here for more information on the paper.