Lincolnshire County Council has unveiled its proposals for a major package of transport improvements to be funded by the Local Transport Grant (LTG) between 2026 and 2030.
The proposals will be reviewed and discussed during the next Highways and Transport Scrutiny Committee meeting on Monday 20 July. The plans will then be put to the executive member for highways for approval ahead of being presented to the Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority’s transport board in September.
Sam Edwards, head of highways and economic infrastructure, said: “This is a significant opportunity for Lincolnshire to secure long-term investment in the infrastructure our communities and economy rely on.
“Our proposed programme has been built on strong evidence, clear priorities and a focus on deliverability, ensuring we can make the most of the funding period to deliver real improvements for residents, businesses and visitors.
“This is about improving connectivity, supporting growth and making journeys safer and more reliable right across the county.”
Delivering against national priorities
The proposed programme was developed via a structured, evidence-based process the drew on previously-agreed transport strategies, safety data, economic growth plans, housing delivery priorities and known network constraints.
It was also designed to align with the themes set by the Department for Transport for the Local Transport Grant programme:
- Reducing congestion and improving road safety
- Improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists
- Supporting housing and economic growth
- Enhancing public transport
- Improving accessibility and inclusive transport
- Supporting low and zero-emission transport solutions
Collectively, the schemes form a balanced investment programme across Lincolnshire.
Proposed programme of schemes
The projects included in the proposal include:
- Bus station and bus shelter improvements across the county
- Active travel improvements at locations around the county
- Road-widening and junction improvements on the A15
- Major improvements to the Wragby Road Roundabout near Lincoln and the A16 Crowland Roundabout
- The south section of the Spalding Western Relief Road
If funding is secured, each scheme would progress through further stages including detailed design, environmental assessments, stakeholder engagement, planning approvals, land acquisition (where required) and construction planning.
Costs and delivery programmes would continue to be refined as schemes develop.
Part of a wider history of investment
Sam Edwards added: “Our proposed LTG programme builds on significant investment delivered across Lincolnshire over the past nine years, which has seen improvements to key transport corridors, junctions and strategic routes across the county. This includes the A46 Riseholme Roundabout; the A16 in Spalding and Boston; Holdingham Roundabout near Sleaford; Roman Bank in Skegness; Carholme Road and Newland in Lincoln; Dysart Road in Grantham; Corringham Road/Thorndike Way in Gainsborough; and the A46 in Dunholme.
“This new programme would be the next phase of a long-term approach to improving transport infrastructure across Lincolnshire and supporting communities, businesses and economic growth.”
Partnership approach with the GLCCA
The programme has been developed in close partnership with the GLCCA and will continue to be delivered collaboratively.
The GLCCA provides strategic oversight, while Lincolnshire County Council and other local authorities are responsible for delivering individual schemes.
This approach ensures investment decisions are aligned across Greater Lincolnshire while still reflecting local priorities.
Funding and financial position
The Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority (GLCCA) administers the LTG funding and is responsible for submitting the final programme to the Department for Transport.
The LTG is designed to give local areas greater flexibility to invest in transport infrastructure that supports economic growth, improves connectivity and addresses local transport challenges.