ICE comments on the 10 Year Infrastructure Strategy

In response to the 10 Year Infrastructure Strategy, Sam Gould, director of policy and external affairs at the Institution of Civil Engineers, said:

“The 10 Year Infrastructure Strategy is a significant moment for the UK's infrastructure sector. It provides long term clarity and sets out the central role the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority will play in improving infrastructure delivery across the country. 

“There are lots of positives to acknowledge, including a strong focus on maintenance and spatial planning that will consider environmental, infrastructure, industrial growth and housing needs in the round. It's also good to see additional clarity on private finance. 

“These points echo many of the recommendations the ICE has been making for the past few years. 

“The commitments to publish a credible pipeline and review the strategy, and report on progress every two years, indicates the appetite for delivery. 

“However, to sustain progress, the sector will need more information on private finance models, and more detail is needed on how the UK’s infrastructure will meet the demands of our changing climate. 

“In between now and 2027, NISTA must focus on implementing this strategy and providing the detail needed on these points. 

“There is a big job to do, but the strategy lays good foundations. The ICE looks forward to working with the government to build on them and deliver the UK’s social, economic, and environmental goals.” 

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