Representation by Mrs Christine Rouse
- Date submitted
- 17 February 2023
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
Cost of the LTC compared with previously considered options. Will not meet it's original purpose of reducing problems at the Dartford Crossing but will add to and create massive traffic problems in several areas throughout construction. So for approx 5 years I believe there will be traffic chaos on a grand scale. I believe that Complexity of Orsett Junction alone will mean that road users will end up on the LTC by mistake. If they end up heading Southbound there is no provision to exit the LTC before the tunnel, and will then have to try to find the route back to the LTC Northbound from the A2 Junction. The Stanford Le Hope connection will potentially be a hazardous choice due to the nature of the current roundabout system there. A combined road/rail crossing East of Dartford would make more economical sense both for commuters and freight. At present to access Kent from Essex by Rail, it is necessary to travel into London. Looking to the Future, moving more freight and/or passengers by rail would be beneficial to the Environment. Canvey Island in Essex needs another route to and from the A13. Previous discarded option could probably have solved that at the same time.