Improving Our Local Transport Infrastructure

Our roads must be safe, well-maintained and reliable for all users. I successfully secured £110 million of Government investment for North Hykeham Relief Road in 2019, and I will continue to work with partners to deliver this project which will improve the lives of many living in the North Hykeham area.

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Voting for Sleaford Train Station in the World Cup of Stations Tournament!

I am pleased to see Sleaford Train Station shortlisted in the East Midlands Category of this year's World Cup of Stations Tournament! Sleaford Station volunteers have created a wonderful community space, which can be used by schools and voluntary groups, transforming a previously disused waiting ro

Ancaster Potholes Update

Many constituents have contacted me regarding the condition of Ermine Street, Ancaster. I have therefore pressed Lincolnshire County Council for an update on when works on improving the road will begin.

Meeting with Silk Willoughby Parish Council

I recently held a constituency meeting with Silk Willoughby Parish Council who expressed their concerns regarding the amount of HGV traffic passing through the village and the subsequent noise disturbance this causes for residents living on London Road. In particular, the Parish Council are concern

North Hykeham Relief Road Identified For Accelerated Delivery

I am delighted that the Chancellor has just now confirmed that the North Hykeham Relief Road has been identified as a priority major infrastructure project to be accelerated as fast as possible. I am pleased that this vitally important project for my constituents is included in a list of over 100 p

Further Update - Ruskington B1188 Crossing

I am delighted to have been informed that works are due to start w/c 2nd August for approximately three weeks to install a zebra crossing over the B1188 near Winchelsea Primary School. The installation of a pedestrian crossing on the B1188 Rectory Road will be highly beneficial for school children

Update on Ruskington B1188 Zebra Crossing

Further to my post on 6th January, I have been informed that the work on the zebra crossing at Ruskington B1188 Rectory Road has been delayed to later in 2022.

Securing Earlier Arrival for Sleaford Morning Train Service

I recently met again with Minister Wendy Morton, Minister of State in the Department for Transport, and East Midlands Railway to continue to press for any possible adjustments to the 0852 morning train into Sleaford so that constituents can arrive at a suitable time for their school and work commitm

Next Steps for North Hykeham Relief Road Given Green Light

I am delighted that Lincolnshire County Council has approved the next steps to design and build the North Hykeham Relief Road and has appointed Balfour Beatty as the official contractors. This is another major landmark in the process and I know that this decision will be welcome for many of my cons

Supporting Accessibility Funding Bid for Sleaford Train Station

Yesterday morning I met with East Midlands Rail, Network Rail and local stakeholders to discuss identifying Sleaford Train Station as a priority location to bid for accessibility funding. The Access for All fund seeks to ensure an obstacle free, accessible route from the station entrance to the pla