5.28 The Government will actively explore the use of concession models, which provide a similar degree of long term commitment to investors as the RAB model, for new infrastructure. For instance, the Government successfully completed the sale of the concession to run the High Speed 1 line. These models however require the introduction of new sources of revenue to support investment, such as tolling or user charges.
5.29 The Government is exploring whether ways to increase the long term capacity and performance of the Fen Ditton to Ellington section of the A14 could be funded through tolling or other innovative financing measures including the private sector and local partners. In addition to considering tolling options on the A14, the Government will also consider tolls to fund other new road capacity if appropriate, including a new Lower Thames Crossing.