Roads are used by pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders, motorcyclists, drivers of cars and vans, and passengers in cars, buses and coaches. In total, 96% of all personal journeys are made by these modes, amounting to 88% of personal distance travelled.
Our vision for the North is for transformational economic growth that is socially inclusive and delivers a resilient net zero economy.
Achieving this requires a fundamental change in how we manage, maintain and invest in our transport networks, including our roads.
We have set out an objective for zero growth in total passenger vehicle miles per year on the North’s road network. Meeting this will require significant changes to the way we travel, with more people, more often using public transport and active travel modes.
Transport for the North works with national partners on shaping plans for investment in our nationally important transport networks, including the strategic and major roads connecting cities and towns within and beyond our region. With these roads carrying more than two-thirds of all road freight miles and one-third of car and passenger miles.
Read our STPOur Strategic Transport Plan and Major Roads report set out our priorities for the North’s Major Roads, these are:
Work we are doing includes:
This Major Roads Report sets out the scale of the challenge as we look to enhance their safety and reduce their environmental impact.
A summary of the Major Roads Report that outlines the critical role that the North’s strategic roads play in enabling our residents and businesses to go about their daily li
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