Plans for a new road in Wokingham to link the A327 Reading Road to the A327 Eversley Road have been boosted with a £24 million investment.

The funding will facilitate the construction of the new 2.3 km Arborfield Cross Relief Road, which will reduce congestion and boost employment in the area. A shared use pathway will also be built alongside the route, encouraging travellers to choose greener modes of transport.

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Announcing the funding, Transport Minister Baroness Vere said: "Roads are part of the fabric of everyday life – stimulating local economies and helping bring communities together.

"This vital £24 million scheme will provide a new route for cyclists, drivers and pedestrians, helping reduce traffic through local routes and making towns a nicer place to live."

This relief road will help tackle the increasing traffic through the village of Arborfield Cross, which is expected to reach around 3,200 vehicles during rush hour by 2026.

As well as easing congestion, the project will also unlock major housing developments and drive economic growth, enabling 3,500 homes to be built at Arborfield Garrison.

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