Key Facts

• The Lower Thames Crossing is the UK's largest road tunnel project.
• The project received £590 million in funding from the government.
• The total cost of the project is estimated to be between £9.2 billion and £10.2 billion.
• The tunnel will connect Tilbury in Essex with Gravesend in Kent.
• Construction is planned to begin in 2026 and finish by 2032.
• Most of the route will be underground, with twin tunnels running under the Thames.
• The crossing aims to reduce traffic at the Dartford Crossing by 20%.
• Funding is part of a £1 billion package to improve transport in England.