Many constituents have been in touch with me about progress on the Towcester Relief Road.  I have long campaigned for this project, supporting residents and local stakeholders and I totally share your frustration about the lack of concrete action. 

Over the past several months I have met virtually with Persimmon, and representatives from NCC and SNC, continuing to push them for updates on the progress of the various planning applications and stages required to get construction to begin. 

Before the national lockdown started in March, Persimmon had started clearing trees to make way for construction work, a clear sign of their commitment to this much needed project. I met with them virtually earlier this month and I am pleased to report that the planning stages are progressing and it is hopeful that full construction will begin before the end of the year. 

In the meantime, I will continue to update my website when I have further information from the developers, local authorities and Highways England. I also do encourage you to also contact local councillors to help keep up the pressure on the developers.  

I hope this provides some reassurance but please do contact me directly if you have further concerns.