Follow us on the journey to the Lower Thames Crossing
Welcome to the Lower Thames Crossing project updates page. On our Project updates page, we will be sharing all the latest Lower Thames Crossing news, events and stories. Read all of Highways England’s...
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November project update
The Lower Thames Crossing is a new road and tunnel, which will unlock opportunities and economic growth for the South East and the UK while offering new connections and better journeys. Since the...
View ArticleLower Thames Crossing submits Environmental Scoping Report to the Planning...
We have now submitted an Environmental Scoping Report to the Planning Inspectorate. The report is subject to a consultation process led and managed by the Planning Inspectorate as part of the...
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Businesses encouraged to start preparing for boost to South East economy
Businesses from across Essex, Thurrock and Kent have been encouraged to start preparing for an £8 billion boost to the South East economy as a result of the Lower Thames Crossing. At an event...
View ArticleWhere to find project information in your community
We want to make sure that information about the Lower Thames Crossing project is accessible to as many people as possible. That is why we are sharing an update on the progress of the scheme with...
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Putting communities first
On 11 December, Lower Thames Crossing Project Director Tim Jones was invited to deliver the keynote speech at the prestigious New Civil Engineer Tunnelling Awards. In its 11th year, the ceremony brings...
View ArticlePlanning Inspectorate publishes response to Environmental Impact Assessment...
We welcome the publication of the Planning Inspectorate’s response to our Environmental Impact Assessment Scoping Report. This is an important step on the road to statutory consultation as we take the...
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Out and about: December 2017
We are pleased to share a roundup of our latest meetings, events, and activities. It has been another busy month for the Lower Thames Crossing project team as we aim to meet and engage with as many...
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Working with our environmental partners
As part of our commitment to supporting work in the local community, members of the Lower Thames Crossing team volunteered on an RSPB site near Gravesend last week. Under the guidance of an RSPB site...
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Understanding the ecology of the South East
The Thames Estuary is home to some amazing plants, animals and habitats, and many of them are protected by law. Knowing exactly where they are is vital to making sure we protect them. Ecological...
View ArticleOut and about: January 2018
We are pleased to share a roundup of our latest meetings, events and activities. We have kicked off an important year for the Lower Thames Crossing, as we prepare for Statutory Consultation with our...
View ArticleLower Thames Crossing Parliamentary Forum meets
This week we brought together MPs from across the south east to discuss the Lower Thames Crossing and how it will enable sustainable development and regional growth. On Monday, more than a dozen MPs...
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#NAW2018: How an apprenticeship advanced my career
National Apprenticeship Week runs from 5 to 9 March and brings together employers and apprentices from across England to celebrate the positive impact apprenticeships have on individuals, businesses...
View ArticleOut and about: February 2018
We are pleased to share a roundup of our latest meetings, events and activities. February proved to be another busy month for the Lower Thames Crossing team. We look forward to the next few months of...
View ArticleVideo offers virtual journey through the Lower Thames Crossing
Drivers can experience what their journey through Britain’s second longest road tunnel will be like once it opens in 2027 following the release of a video by Highways England today. In the new video,...
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Discussing growth opportunities and regional connectivity with Southend...
At the Southend Business Partnership’s first briefing event of the year, our Project Director was invited to share an update on the Lower Thames Crossing. The Southend Business Partnership is an...
View ArticleOut and about: March 2018
We are pleased to share a roundup of our latest meetings, events and activities. The Lower Thames Crossing team was busy this past month out in the local community and beyond, meeting with and...
View ArticleOut and about: April 2018
We are pleased to share a roundup of our latest meetings, events and activities. April was another eventful month visiting with people and communities near the Lower Thames Crossing route. We expect...
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