East Midlands Mayor Defies Road Cuts | Nottingham News

East Midlands mayor fiercely opposes government plans to scrap two vital road projects—the A38 in Derby and the A46 Newark Bypass—threatened for funding cuts to support defense spending. Worth £600 million, these upgrades were designed to ease crippling congestion and boost regional growth, but could now be sacrificed as national priorities shift. The mayor warns against pitting infrastructure against defense, stressing the East Midlands’ chronic underfunding—receiving just 54% of the UK average in 2023-24. Local leaders, including Newark’s council head, are rallying behind the cause, citing daily gridlock and economic harm. With construction slated for 2030 on the A38 and recently approved for the A46, the mayor is urging the new Prime Minister to reconsider—this isn’t just about roads, it’s about regional survival. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c1981c643273927e