Motorway

The UK’s Highways Agency is set to begin the final construction phase of a major project on the A23 between London and Brighton.

As part of the project, the A23 is being widened between Handcross and Warninglid in order to improve journeys and safety on the stretch.

According to the agency, the project will move into its final phase in July, as southbound traffic will be moved onto the newly constructed carriageway using overnight carriageway closures.

Highways Agency project manager Chris Bacon said work has progressed well to improve journeys on the A23 and is now ready to move into the final phase of construction.

"The project is still on schedule for completion later this year."

"The project is still on schedule for completion later this year and we have already completed work on several slip roads and built new access roads for local residents," Bacon said.

"We have planned the work to take place overnight, when we know traffic flows are lowest, and have liaised with West Sussex County Council to ensure that the A24 is available to minimise disruption."

Image: The new scheme is part of a record investment in roads in the south-east. Photo: courtesy of UK Highways Agency.