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<p>The traffic management arrangements on the A1, including the reduced speed limit
and narrow lanes, have been designed to minimise the impact of the A14 Cambridge to
Huntingdon scheme on road users by keeping the existing number of lanes open wherever
possible. Temporary speed restrictions will remain until the A1(M) from Brampton Hut
to Alconbury is opened in Summer 2019.</p><p> </p><p>Traffic management is only applied
during roadworks when it is absolutely necessary for the safety of road users and
the workforce. At times it is necessary to close the A1 between Alconbury and Buckden,
in which case a diversion route is put in place utilising the A14 Spur and the A1198/A428.
These closures generally take place overnight between 9pm and 6am the following morning
when the road is less busy. However, if the overnight works are completed ahead of
schedule, Highways England will re-open the road early.</p><p> </p><p>Highways England
continue to work closely with Cambridgeshire County Council, the local highway authority,
and the police to address any negative impacts whilst the diversions are in place.
Monthly meetings are held to address concerns raised by residents. Highways England
have also met with Parish Councillors from across the project and work hard to resolve
any issues.</p>
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