Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the Council doing this Study?
At the Full Council meeting of 21 Jan 2025 Cllr Adrian Parsons put forward a motion:
‘That Cornwall Council actively support the re-evaluation of 2015 plans (HA2015Designs.pdf) for a grade separated junction on the A30 at Plusha in order to develop a scheme and associated business case to secure funding from DfT and eventual implementation in partnership with National Highways.’
The details of the motion to Full Council and the briefing note prepared by Officers outlining the implications of this decision can be found online under item 9.1 here.
The intended outcome of the Study is to produce the strongest possible Strategic Outline Business Case (SOBC) for the best performing option(s) in terms of Strategic fit and cost benefit ratio, and overall deliverability – essentially a preferred option that meets the project objectives and stakeholder expectations.
How much will this cost?
In response to the motion to Full Council on 21 Jan 2025 (found online under item 9.1 here), on 21 Feb 2025 the Portfolio Holder for Transport, in consultation with Cabinet colleagues, agreed to allocate £250,000 from 2025/26 Local Transport Plan (LTP) budget for the Council to undertake the study for developing a full grade separated junction.
When will the scheme be built?
There is currently no funding or programme for the delivery of the scheme. The Council Study is an essential first step to seek future funding opportunities from Central Government for major project funding.
What will the Study involve?
The Study will follow proscribed methodology for developing a business case for major transport schemes in line with Department for Transport guidance. Further details on how this is being applied in the Study can be found in the ‘Project Brief’.
How does this Study impact on the current Safety measures being implemented by National Highways at Plusha?
The Council continues to support National Highways in progressing measures identified in the ‘A30 Kennards House to Five Lanes road safety improvements’ feasibility Study. The Council Study into a Grade separated junction should build upon any of the short-term safety improvements that National Highways are seeking to provide.
I'm a local landowner and concerned about potential impacts on my property - how can I find out more?
This study largely involves re-evaluation of previous design work and the more recent studies done by National Highways, plus development of further ideas and options. Some traffic and topographical surveys will be required, and where access is required to private land the owners will be contacted directly.
Landowners will be consulted on any feasible options that may be taken forward for further consideration as these emerge from the study - it is currently envisaged this information will be available by the end of 2025/ early 2026
Will you be consulting the public?
The intention is to present the findings of the study and get the views of the local community and stakeholders on any options to take forward. This is currently intended to take place in early 2026
How can I find out more?
Updates on progress with the Study will be posted on the Let’s Talk website, with relevant reports and presentations available in the documents area. Please check back for the latest news.
If you have any specific queries, please contact the Project Team at email address below with A30 Plusha Grade separated junction in the title.