Traffic gridlock in south Essex could cost almost £2billion to unravel.
That would be the bill to bring roads, rail and public transport up to scratch to cope with the Thames Gateway development.
A report released has not ruled out motorists having to pay to use some of the key routes in and out of south Essex.
Councils throughout the area are set to consider the London to Southend Movement Study, known as Lots, which was drawn up by consultants on behalf of Thames Gateway South Essex.
The study, although not identifying any new road-building projects, says both the A13 and A127 must be upgraded.
Published Tuesday January 27, 2004
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