Roadworks (Regulation) Bill

Key Points

• Establishes a regulatory framework for roadworks on public roads.
• Addresses planning, management and coordination of roadworks to reduce traffic disruption and improve safety.
• Covers related or connected purposes arising from roadworks regulation.
• Originates in the House of Commons and is currently at the first reading stage, introduced by Mr Mark Francois.

Progress

The bill is at the very start of its passage in the Commons, having its first reading. Next steps would typically include committee scrutiny and further readings.