Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps he is taking to help reduce the impact of road works on delays for motorists.

The Government recently published a Plan for Drivers which included support for further Lane Rental schemes. These reduce roadworks by incentivising utility companies to avoid the busiest roads at the busiest times, helping to reduce inconvenience for residents. The Department is due to consult shortly on requiring local authorities with Lane Rental schemes to use at least 50% of any surplus on pothole repairs or resurfacing poor quality roads.