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Recommendation 13
13
Paragraph: 45
The Government owns the freehold of a number of motorway service areas.
Recommendation
The Government owns the freehold of a number of motorway service areas. Delays in negotiating leasehold extensions with operators are holding up necessary investments in some of these facilities. While the Government must, of course, ensure it receives value for money, it is disappointing how little urgency it has shown.
Paragraph Reference:
45
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
The Government notes this recommendation and can confirm that the DfT and National Highways are currently assessing future ownership options for sites where the Government holds the motorway service areas (MSA) freehold. This work is looking at how to maximise value for the taxpayer and ensure that privately operated MSAs will be responsive to the needs of future road users. In the meantime, the Government is investing £52.5 million in improvements in roadside facilities and lorry parking, including at MSAs.