A consultation into huge plans to expand the A12 to three lanes along a 15 mile stretch begins today.

The plans are to upgrade the A12 to three lanes, adding an extra lane between Chelmsford and Marks Tey.

This would be part of a billion-pound upgrade to the road, with this specifically targeting between junctions 19 and 25.

Upon completion by the end of 2028, National Highways have said it will reduce journey times by up to 12 minutes for the 90,000 drivers that use it daily.

Now, members of the public are invited to have their opinions heard in a six-week supplementary consultation.

This can be people that live, work and travel in and around Essex.

The consultation is open from today Tuesday November 9 to Sunday December 19.

HOW TO HAVE YOUR SAY

Visit highwaysengland.co.uk/A12.

Email A12chelmsfordA120wide@highwaysengland.co.uk.

Completing a form at public events or consultation points

PUBLIC DROP-IN EVENTS

There will be three drop-in events, subject to COVID-19 guidelines.

Hatfield Peverel Village Hall – Tuesday November 23, 2.00pm-6.30pm.

Messing Village Hall – Thursday November 25, 4.00pm-6:30pm.

Spring Lodge Community Centre – Friday November 26, 3.00pm-7.00pm.

ONLINE DROP-IN EVENTS

Wednesday November 17, 9.00am-1.00pm.

Monday November 22, 2.00pm-6.00pm.

Thursday December 2, 4.00pm-8.00pm.

Those wishing to attend online should email A12chelmsfordA120wide@highwaysengland.co.uk or call 0300 123 5000.