Funding boost will supercharge ring road

“The dualling of the A46 from Lincoln to Leicester quickly proved its worth by increasing accessibility to the city. The completion of the Eastern Bypass, offering better access to the rest of the county, is imminent, so the Government’s support for this remaining section is the final piece of jigsaw,” said Mr Wall.

“We have already seen increased interest and demand from national investors, developers and businesses, a prime example being St Modwen Park Lincoln that has attracted occupiers from near and far. We are confident this trend is poised to grow further.”

“The city has a strong national reputation for its historic environment and quality of life and, together with the wider county, is popular with families because of attractive living costs and educational facilities. The road will create scope for further housebuilding and employment-generating developments,” said Mr Wall.

It will make it more accessible and offer better connectivity to a destination now recognised as a magnet for inward investment, thanks to the continuing growth of the University of Lincoln, which now serves 14,000 students.