Development consent granted for M5 Junction 10 Improvements Scheme

We’re delighted to announce that the Secretary of State for Transport has granted development consent for the M5 Junction 10 Improvements Scheme — a major milestone that paves the way for delivering significant transport and economic benefits across the county. 

What does the decision mean? 

The approved scheme will see the construction of a new all-movements junction at junction 10, which will provide access in all directions on and off the motorway. It also includes a new link road connecting the A4019 to the B4634 in west Cheltenham and widening of the A4019 Tewkesbury Road, as well as the provision of new active travel facilities and flood mitigation measures. 

Why is the scheme needed? 

The improvements are designed to unlock access to planned housing and employment development sites in the west and north of Cheltenham, with those developers benefiting from the infrastructure contributing to the cost of the scheme. The scheme will also increase capacity and improve connectivity in west and north-west Cheltenham, making the road network more resilient and sustainable for years to come. 

How is the scheme being funded? 

The scheme is being funded by UK Government’s Housing Infrastructure Fund, administered by Homes England, alongside contributions from developers whose sites will benefit from the infrastructure. Gloucestershire County Council is leading delivery of the scheme in collaboration with National Highways and other partners. 

What happens next? 

The public will be able to find out more at information events, which will be arranged shortly and held in the summer. Preparation works will begin this summer to enable the start of scheme construction from spring 2026, with completion anticipated in 2028. 

How do I find out more? 

All the latest information on the scheme, including key documents, can be found at www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/J10