The UK government’s fund to fix England's bridges, flyovers and tunnels is now open. As local authorities previously could not afford to rebuild local road structures alone, this government funding will support local councils to fix the country’s ageing road infrastructure.
Launched on Wednesday 15 April, the Structures Fund is part of a £1 billion package to enhance England’s roads, allowing local authorities across the country to apply for funding to renew important infrastructure in their areas and support drivers.
Decades of neglected infrastructure have led to weight-restricted crossings resulting in unplanned closures, deteriorating flyovers and additional miles to everyday journeys.
The fund is open for bids, with the money being invested into repairing critical structures across England, ensuring that transport infrastructure is more resilient to extreme weather - making journeys safer, smoother and more reliable.
In the announcement, the governments Transport Secretary, Heidi Alexander, revealed that infrastructure across the country has been patched up rather than properly fixed for years, as councils haven’t had the resources to act. To help these councils put forward strong proposals, the government has appointed consultants WSP to provide free guidance and support to all applicants, including reviewing cost estimates and helping to develop delivery plans.
Councils are encouraged to submit draft applications by 19 June for early feedback, giving them the opportunity to strengthen proposals before the final deadline of 3 August 2026. A series of webinars will also be held throughout April and May to help authorities navigate the process.
The funding decisions will be announced in Autumn 2026, with all of the chosen schemes required to complete works by March 2030.
The Structures Fund is part of the £24 billion of funding allocated at the 2025 Spending Review for roads and rail maintenance. This builds on the £7.3 billion already committed to local highway authorities to fix potholes and create smoother roads before 2030.