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Penny Marshall: Infrastructure and the autumn statement

Penny Marshall, Director the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) in the North East, said: “Capital investment in infrastructure projects, along with increased devolution, more innovation and more apprenticeships put civil engineering on a firm footing for the next five years. The Infrastructure Commission will ensure that new infrastructure is based on unbiased analysis the country’s needs. The announcement of £200 million funding for Transport for the North and £45 million for flood defences in the North East are particularly welcome in our region.

“We hope to see the same level of commitment from Government in maintaining our existing infrastructure and await more detail on how the cuts to operational budgets will affect the upkeep of flood defences and local roads. We must maintain a balance between capital and maintenance budgets if we are to deliver infrastructure that gives the right level of service and connectivity, operates effectively for as long as possible, and helps to support a prosperous North East economy.

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NEWS RELEASE: ISSUED ON BEHALF OF THE INSTITUTION OF CIVIL ENGINEERS (ICE) NORTH EAST

CONTACT: Chris Rowell on 01325 363436

Notes to editors: The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) is one of the pre-eminent engineering institutions in the world. Established as a learned society in 1818, it has 80,000 members and provides a voice for civil engineering, continuing professional development and promoting best practice throughout the industry.

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Penny Marshall .