£700 million on infrastructure spending
The Government has confirmed £700 million of infrastructure spending in the North East, as part of its National Infrastructure Plan.
The Government has confirmed £700 million of infrastructure spending in the North East, as part of its National Infrastructure Plan.
While there are no new projects or investment proposals included in the Infrastructure Plan, the timetable provided for some key North East projects will be welcomed by businesses.
Around £700m will be spent on regional road and rail infrastructure projects in the next three to five years - an investment that is long overdue."
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