The road will help cut congestion in the area by improving access to the M5, Birmingham International Airport and Worcestershire Parkway Station. It is also expected to create more than 6,000 new jobs.
Two new bridges, new cycle and pedestrian routes as well as junction improvements will also be completed as part of the £62m project.
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Making the announcement today, 01 March, Roads Minister Jesse Norman said: "The government is investing record amounts to improve journeys in our towns and cities, boosting local economies.
"This new road will help improve everyday journeys in and around Worcester, easing traffic for local people in Worcestershire and Herefordshire, as well as supporting thousands of new homes and jobs."
The dual carriageway will connect the M5 to the west of Worcestershire and Herefordshire, and provide a bypass to Worcester city centre, cutting average journey times along the A4440 in both directions during peak hours.
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