The decision, announced by Transport Minister Andrew Stephenson, goes against the recommendations of planning officials, who warned it would cause "permanent, irreversible harm" to the World Heritage Site. Highways England says its plan for a two-mile tunnel will remove the sight and sound of traffic passing the site and cut journey times. (Image: Highways England/BPM MEDIA)But some environmentalists and archaeologists have voiced their opposition to the plan due to its potential impact on the area. Greenpeace UK head of transport Richard George said: "This new road tunnel will be a disaster for England's heritage and the world's climate. Highways England project director Derek Parody said it is collaborating with heritage groups such as English Heritage, National Trust and Historic England to ensure the scheme will "conserve and enhance" the World Heritage Site.

Source: Daily Mirror November 13, 2020 06:21 UTC