£290 million project to reduce traffic in South Hampshire

The UK government has approved a £290 million project to improve traffic flow in South Hampshire, specifically at M3 Junction 9. This scheme aims to reduce travel times by over 20% on the M3 and A34 and nearly 30% on the A272. The project will expand the M3 from three to four lanes and enhance safety for motorists. It will also create safer routes for pedestrians, cyclists, and horse riders, connecting various areas in Winchester. This initiative is part of a broader government plan to build 1.5 million homes nationwide. The project follows previous investments in infrastructure, totaling over £500 million for various road improvements across England.