UK Government to invest billions in road, rail and energy works

The UK Government is about to underwrite investments in road, rail and energy projects worth €38.94 billion (£33 billion), the Treasury has announced. A total of 40 projects have now pre-qualified for state funding through the UK Guarantees scheme - more than 50% of which are energy projects. The Government guarantees will represent part of the project's capital value. The British Government believes that investing in infrastructure will generate jobs, drive growth and help ensure that the UK remains
October 25, 2013 Read time: 1 min
The UK Government is about to underwrite investments in road, rail and energy projects worth €38.94 billion (£33 billion), the Treasury has announced.

A total of 40 projects have now pre-qualified for state funding through the UK Guarantees scheme - more than 50% of which are energy projects. The Government guarantees will represent part of the project's capital value.

The British Government believes that investing in infrastructure will generate jobs, drive growth and help ensure that the UK remains globally competitive.
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