Background information
Find out the need for the scheme and the its environmental impacts and mitigation measures.
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The need for the scheme
To maintain an improved level of reliability of journey times on the A354 between Weymouth and Dorchester.
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Environment
The environmental impact of the Weymouth Relief Road is well understood and extensive environmental impact reduction measures are planned.
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Construction
The road will take around three years to construct, with the key construction activities consisting of:
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Funding
The total project cost is £89.2m.
