The MP for the Surrey constituency or Reigate has welcomed what she called a successful noise reduction scheme on the M25. Rebecca Paul said National Highways had “significantly” reduced sound on a section of the motorway in Surrey due to its next-generation concrete surfacing trial, reports the BBC.
The government agency added it would expand work to more areas between junctions eight and 11 by 2030.
“This is a very welcome breakthrough for residents who have had to live with excessive M25 noise for far too long,” said Paul, MP for Reigate.
The trial had “now clearly shown” that new surfacing could “make a real difference”, she said, adding it was “making the motorway quieter for both nearby residents and drivers”.
The Conservative politician said she would continue pressing National Highways for clear delivery dates on the next phases.
“We now need to see this new surfacing rolled out across as much of the junction as possible,” she added.
Motorway noise affects residents in Mogador, Lower Kingswood and Walton-on-the-Hill, with average readings exceeding 65 decibels at busy times in some locations close to the motorway, Paul continued.
National Highways said it was “committed to creating a more positive driving experience for road users and a better environment for local residents”.
“We are aware of concerns over noise… and are working to make the surface smoother and quieter, prioritising the most affected areas first,” a spokesperson said.
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