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M23 Hooley Junction Improvement, Proposals Leaflet - October/November 2003
Introduction
Introduction
This webpage provides a brief description of the options for a new junction between the M23 and A23 in Hooley, Surrey. As part of the consultation process a public exhibition into these proposals is being held on 31 October and 1 November 2003.
This will be your opportunity to see the options in greater detail and to ask the Highways Agency and their design consultant any questions about the scheme.
Scheme objectives
To provide a formal interchange between the M23 and A23 that will allow all movements between these two major routes to be undertaken safely. To address an existing accident problem at the junction between the A23 and Dean Lane, and ensure the safe movement of vehicles through this busy junction in the future. To provide a scheme that is sympathetic to local issues and environmental concerns.
History
The M23 was constructed in the 1970s, when the intention was to extend it northwards into London. The further development of this motorway was subsequently abandoned.
A Public Consultation was held in 1995 into proposals to provide an interchange between the M23 and A23 through the construction of link roads. This led to the announcement of a Preferred Route in 1996.
In May 2001 Lord Whitty, the Transport Minister of the day, announced that the link road scheme was being dropped in favour of a roundabout junction. This was due to the very high cost and environmental impacts of the link road scheme.
