The 35.3m scheme was listed in the Regional Transport Board's programme for a start in 2015/16. But now it is being brought forward with a start during 2012/13. The announcement has been welcomed by Derek Whittington, county council cabinet member. He said: "This scheme is all about improving safety on a stretch of the A24 that has an unacceptable accident record. For full story see West Sussex Gazette November 19