Written questions

Roads: Accidents

2026-07-19 · Department for Transport · HL2357 · Official question

Lord Spellar

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to review National Highways' management of major incidents, in light of the closure of the M25 on 16 July.

Answer

National Highways routinely reviews the management of major incidents to identify lessons learned and opportunities for improvement. In relation to the closure of the M25 on 16 July 2026, National Highways will undertake both an internal debrief and contr...