Andy Burnham offers fresh hope for A1 dualling in Northumberland

Name: Andy Burnham offers fresh hope for A1 dualling in Northumberland
Uploaded: 2026-09-03T11:20:00.337Z
Channel: Iona Todd
Description: Prime Minister Andy Burnham has offered fresh hope that plans to dual the A1 in Northumberland could be revisited, after saying the Government will explore a different way to deliver the long promised scheme. The comments came after North Northumberland MP David Smith urged ministers to work with North East leaders on a project supporters say is vital for safer, more reliable journeys.

Iona Todd

Sep 3, 2026

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Prime Minister Andy Burnham has offered fresh hope that plans to dual the A1 in Northumberland could be revisited, after saying the Government will explore a different way to deliver the long promised scheme. The comments came after North Northumberland MP David Smith urged ministers to work with North East leaders on a project supporters say is vital for safer, more reliable journeys.Read full article

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