Arundel bypass decision is a win for Sussex

CPRE Sussex welcomes decision to cancel the controversial A27 Arundel bypass scheme and calls for lower-impact, congestion-smoothing measures as part of a co-ordinated transport plan.

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CPRE Sussex described yesterday’s announcement by Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, as a “win for Sussex”.

Director Paul Steedman said: “This is a huge win for Sussex and all those who have fought so hard to fight this inappropriate scheme. Huge congratulations to the Arundel Bypass Neighbourhood Committee, Transport Action Network and so many others on this victory.

“Now, Arundel should get the investment in transport it deserves – lower-impact, congestion-smoothing measures. These measures must be part of a low-emission, co-ordinated transport plan, including public transport, walking and cycling.”

CPRE Sussex has long opposed the A27 Arundel bypass because of its impact on the surrounding landscapes and villages.

Construction of the bypass would have had a huge carbon footprint and, when completed, the road would have encouraged more car journeys which was incompatible with net zero objectives.

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