With the General Election less than a month away we've looked at the manifestos of the major parties and how they could effect the UK construction industry. In our second look, we see what the parties plans are regarding major infrastructure projects.
Supports the 'One North' proposals for the co-ordinated improvement of road, intercity and urban rail networks across the North of England including £65billion of rail improvements from 2020 onwards.
Will devolve transport funding to city and county regions. Support for adding capacity to rail network through electrification.
Existing road investment strategy includes £7.7billion of enhancements to the English strategic road network during the next parliament.
Will devolve transport funding to city and county regions. Long term funding for cycling projects, with £250million ear-marked for cycling between 2015 and 2021.
Opposes tolls on public roads.