"A government finance expert warned that while it might not be unfeasible to build the project it might require 'difficult trade-offs' - such as cuts."
"UK government figures from 2024 say an average of 81,578 vehicles passed eastbound every day between the two junctions flanking the Brynglas Tunnels."
"Liz Thorne, 67, said she uses the M4 at least five times a week, and is in favour of a relief road to help workers who are stuck 'in that traffic every single night'."
"It hits 50mph and everything grinds to a halt,' she said. 'It takes you a good half an hour or so just to get to the next junction.'"
The M4 relief road has been a political topic for over 30 years, with parties like Reform UK and Welsh Conservatives supporting its construction, while others oppose it due to environmental concerns. The former Labour first minister Mark Drakeford warned of prohibitive costs. Traffic data shows an average of 81,578 vehicles pass daily, indicating persistent congestion. Local residents express frustration with traffic jams, highlighting the need for a solution to improve travel times and reduce delays on the M4.
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