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UK Transfers Lower Thames Crossing Oversight Amid Budget Worries

10/13/2025

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The UK government moved oversight of the £10bn Lower Thames Crossing from National Highways to the Department for Transport (DfT) to curb cost overruns.
Environmentalists warn the tunnel would harm habitats and raise carbon emissions without easing congestion, noting budget risks linked to HS2.
DfT has allocated £590m for initial work, but full funding remains uncertain as the chancellor seeks a partner for a £2bn contribution to Midlands–southeast connectivity.

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The UK government moved oversight of the £10bn Lower Thames Crossing from National Highways to the Department for Transport (DfT) to curb cost overruns.
Environmentalists warn the tunnel would harm habitats and raise carbon emissions without easing congestion, noting budget risks linked to HS2.
DfT has allocated £590m for initial work, but full funding remains uncertain as the chancellor seeks a partner for a £2bn contribution to Midlands–southeast connectivity.