New crossing plans for Dartford
The Government has launched a consultation on plans to build a second crossing over the River Thames in Dartford, Kent.
The Government has launched a consultation on plans to build a second crossing over the River Thames in Dartford, Kent.
The government has announced the start of consultations over building a new Thames Crossing. There are three options: Dartford, Swanscombe and a site near Gravesend. The cost could top £5 billion.
We speak to Roads Minister Stephen Hammond, Richard Knox-Johnston from CPRE Protect Kent, Cllr Bryan Sweetland from Kent County Council and Natalie Chapman from the Freight Transport Association.
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Holly Green has the forecast
Holly Green has the forecast