The terms of reference for a wide-ranging independent review of the Strategic Road Network (SRN) has been published today by Transport Secretary Philip Hammond.

The review - to be led by Alan Cook, non-executive Chairman of the Highways Agency board - is one of a series of measures announced by the Department for Transport as part of the spending review settlement to ensure that the Highways Agency is structured in the best way to deliver effective services.

The terms of reference will see the review team consider whether England's network of motorways and major A roads could be more effectively operated, maintained and enhanced. The team will draw on expertise from across various sectors and organisations during the course of the review to provide guidance and feedback from outside government.

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