This Order authorises Highways England to undertake works to alter the A1 between land north of junction 67 (Coal House) and junction 65 (Birtley) near Gateshead in Type and Wear and carry out all associated works.

The Order permits Highways England to acquire, compulsorily or by agreement, land and rights in land and to use land for this purpose.

The Order also includes provisions in connection with the maintenance of the authorised development.

A copy of the plans, engineering drawings and sections, the book of reference, the environmental statement and the outline CEMP mentioned in this Order and certified in accordance with article 45 (certification of documents, etc.) of this Order may be inspected free of charge during normal working hours at Highways England, Lateral, 8 City Walk, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS11 9AT.