The Secretary of State for Transport (“the Secretary of State”) gives notice under regulation 31(2) of the Infrastructure Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017 that a determination has been made on an application made by National Highways (“the Applicant”) for development consent under the Planning Act 2008 (“the 2008 Act”) for Environmental Impact Assessment development.

The Order grants development consent for the widening of the existing A46 between Farndon Roundabout and the A1 to form dual carriageway; the provision of a new section of off-line dual carriageway between the western and eastern sides of the A1, connecting to the A46 to the west of Winthorpe Roundabout. There will also be associated works where the route crosses the Nottingham to Lincoln and East Coast Mainline railway lines, the River Trent, the Brownhills Link and the A1. The Order aims to reduce traffic congestion around Newark and improve connectivity and route consistency between the Midlands and Lincolnshire, contributing to economic growth.

In addition, the Order would contain compulsory acquisition powers in relation to land and rights that would be required for the purposes of the development.

The Secretary of State has determined, following consideration of the report of the Examining Authority who conducted an examination into the Application, that development consent should be granted and has decided, therefore, to make an Order under section 114 (115 and 120) of the 2008 Act.

The statement of reasons for deciding to make an Order granting development consent, which has been prepared by the Secretary of State under section 116 of the 2008 Act and regulation 31(2) of the Infrastructure Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017, containing the content of the decision, the requirements imposed in connection with the development, the main reasons and considerations on which the decision is based including relevant information about the participation of the public, a description of the main features to avoid, reduce and offset any major adverse effects of the development and information regarding the right to challenge the decision and the procedures for doing so, is published on the Planning Inspectorate’s website at:A46 Newark Bypass - Project information (https://national-infrastructure-consenting.planninginspectorate.gov.uk/projects/TR010065)

It is also available at the following location:

The Planning Inspectorate, National Infrastructure Directorate Temple Quay House Bristol BS1 6PN

To make an appointment for inspection of the documents contact the Planning Inspectorate on 0303 444 5000 or email NIEnquiries@pins.gov.uk